Finding the perfect fit of condom for you will ensure you get maximum protection and at the same time comfort and pleasure. Knowing more about condom sizes will make your experience with the use of condoms a much more pleasant one.
The penis is usually measured by length, which is the tip of the head to the part where it joins the body while erect. It is also measured by girth, which is the circumference of the penis at the widest point. These will be measured in millimeters.
The average length of a penis is from 150mm to 160mm, and has the girth of 130mm to 140mm. Knowing that, lets now look at the dimensions of an average-sized condom. The girth of an unstretched condom is somewhere between 98 to 106mm, with a length of 180mm.
The condom size chart
Condom sizes are categorized into 4 different groups:
1. Narrow condoms
2. Average condoms
3. Large condoms
4. Extra large condoms
Narrow condoms are usually 1.75 inches wide. Average is 2 inches wide. Large condoms are more than 2 inches wide while extra large condoms are more than 2.5 inches wide at the head and 2 inches wide at the shaft.
So the next time you buy a condom, make sure you get one that fits you well.
For heightened sensations during sexual intercourse, most couples go for ultra thin condoms. Being thin, wearing them makes sex even more enjoyable, especially for men who take pleasure in every movement. Some women also feel more comfortable knowing that they’re men can feel more of the sensation during the intercourse.
Engaging in unprotected sex exposes you and your partner to two great risks: unplanned pregnancy and the probability of contracting a sexually transmitted disease. While wearing a condom during sex may not be foolproof, it still remains to be the best protection there is against these risks. If used properly, it reduces the pregnancy rate and increases the effectiveness of blocking microorganisms that lead to HIV/AIDS, genital herpes, chlamydia, and gonorrhea. One major consideration in the proper use of condoms is that they should not be worn too tight or too loose, which is why getting the right size is crucial.