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## Frequently Asked Questions

The condom is an invaluable tool for matters of safety but a condom is also a lot more.  
  
Today, condoms benefit from the latest in technology: ultra-thin, fruity taste, different sizes, different structures and even "masculine or feminine".  
  
A condom lets you open up with confidence and very comfortably. Discover it and cover up!

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## When was the appearance of the condom?
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The use of the condom dates back to Antiquity. The Egyptians in 3000 B.C. already used sheep guts to protect themselves from venereal diseases. It appears that 12000, maybe even 30000 years before our time, men of certain civilisations wore sheaths of unknown material. Whatever it was, the condom is one of the oldest means of contraception!](/faq-en/frequently-asked-questions/when-was-appearance-condom/ "When was the appearance of the condom?")
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## Why wear a condom ?
A:
The condom is the one and only effective protection against STIs (HIV...) and an excellent means of contraception.](/faq-en/frequently-asked-questions/why-wear-condom/ "Why wear a condom ?")
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## How to use condom?
A:
Keep the condom in a cool dry place, out of direct sunlight.](/faq-en/frequently-asked-questions/how-to-use-condom/ "How to use condom?")
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## How are made quality testing of a condom?
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The ISO standard 4074:2002 certificate and the CE mark is obligatory in Europe. It guarantees of a good quality condom!](/faq-en/frequently-asked-questions/how-are-made-quality-testing-of-condom/ "How are made quality testing of a condom?")
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## Are there different sizes?
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The condom comes in different sizes from the narrow to the extra-large, the trick is to choose the right size for the job.](/faq-en/frequently-asked-questions/are-there-different-sizes/ "Are there different sizes?")
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## Are there different flavors and colors?
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Nowadays, condoms are available in many different colours and can be flavoured with different tastes.](/faq-en/frequently-asked-questions/are-there-different-flavors-and-colors/ "Are there different flavors and colors?")
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## What lubricant to use?
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Lubricant such as oil, butter or Vaseline based lubricants or hand creams and food oils etc. must not be used with condoms.](/faq-en/frequently-asked-questions/what-lubricant-to-use/ "What lubricant to use?")
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## What is the female condom?
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It finally allows the woman to be able to choose an effective means of protection for herself against STIs and HIV.](/faq-en/frequently-asked-questions/what-is-the-female-condom/ "What is the female condom?")