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Will the oil on condoms not be washed off cause gynecological diseases?

Published:  at  08:06 AM

Very urgent online waiting

When I was on the train

A condom fell from the top bunk

What should I do, family members?

Condoms found on the train
▲ Source: Xiaohongshu@I want to go crazy online

I choose C

Take it home and play with it yourself

Kind tips:

Remember to wash several times after playing

Otherwise it is likely

Oily!

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Ahem. I mean "Greasy"

Not You

It's a condom

01
What is the “oil” on condoms?

The layer of liquid on the condom is actually lubricant. Don’t underestimate this little bit of lubricant, it can reduce the friction coefficient, thereby reducing pain and improving the sexual experience. It is an indispensable component of condoms.

There are three types of lubricants: water-based, silicone-based, and oil-based.

three types of lubricants
▲ Source: Curious Doctor

1. Water-based lubricant

The most common lubricant on the market is water-based lubricant. The main ingredients are glycerin, water, small molecule moisturizers, thickeners(cellulose ethers, carbomer) , hyaluronic acid, etc.

Its texture is closest to water, has a good skin-friendly experience, and is easier to clean.

Water-based lubricant picture
▲ Source: Curious Doctor

The disadvantages are that it is easily absorbed and evaporated, has a short lubrication time, and will become dry over time.

In addition, studies have shown that lubricants formulated with high concentrations of glycerin, propylene glycol, polyquaternium compounds or other ingredients can easily weaken the barrier function of vaginal epithelial cells, thereby easily causing inflammation and other problems.

Three types of inflammation
▲ Source: Taishuai Gallery

To put it bluntly, when buying water-based lubricants, you should choose products that are a little thinner, not too thick, and it is best if water is listed first in the ingredient list! !

2. Silicone-based lubricant

Silicone-based lubricants are generally silicone oil, which is the most widely used lubricant in natural latex condoms. The layer of “oil” that usually comes on condoms is silicone oil.

Unlike oil-based lubricants, which will not damage latex condoms, it has an oil-like texture and can provide a longer-lasting lubrication experience.

Silicone-based lubricants for latex condoms

The disadvantage is that it is not as easy to wash off as water-based lubricants and cannot be used on silicone sex toys.

Studies have found that whether or not to wear a condom has no significant effect on the vaginal or cervical epithelium, and that eight hours after sexual intercourse, there is no change in vaginal pH, vaginal lactobacilli, or other normal vaginal flora.

Vaginal Microbiome
▲ Source: Taishuai Gallery

3. Oil-based lubricants

Oil-based lubricants are generally products made from mineral oil, and are not limited to animal and vegetable oils and synthetic hydrocarbons. For example, some raw mineral baby oils belong to this category.

However, oil-based lubricants are rarely seen on the market, mainly because they will dissolve natural latex condoms , increase the risk of condom rupture, and greatly reduce the contraceptive effect.

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Moreover, oil-based lubricants are really “oily” and difficult to clean.

02
Will the oil on the condom be harmful to a girl’s private parts?

As long as you are not allergic to condoms or the lubricant on condoms, and clean properly before and after use, there will be almost no serious adverse effects on the vagina.

BTW, if you are allergic to rubber, please use polyurethane condoms !

Condom selection
▲ Source: Curious Doctor

For some ulterior motives, some boys deceive girls by saying that the dimethyl silicone oil on condoms is weakly alkaline, while the female private parts are weakly acidic, and that using condoms makes girls more likely to get gynecological diseases.

If you meet a boyfriend like this, please break up with him immediately!

It is not scary if a person is stupid, but it is scary if he is both stupid and bad. The texture of silicone oil is more like oil and is difficult to dissolve in water. It has no free hydroxyl or hydrogen groups and has no “acidity or alkalinity” to speak of.

Girls, don’t be fooled by this kind of talk! It’s most important to protect yourself by using contraception!

02
Do strange condoms have adverse effects on girls?

Speaking of this, new singles please automatically retreat, this is the territory of veteran drivers~

In addition to the general “straight-tube” condoms, there are also condoms in various magical shapes.

1. Thread, polka dot, snakeskin pattern

Although styles with raised patterns on the surface can provide advanced pleasure for boys, the raised patterns can easily cause pain during sexual intercourse in women, thus creating an unpleasant experience.

Condom picture
▲ Source: Tencent Medical Dictionary

I hope boys can consider girls more and not ignore their partner’s feelings just for their own pleasure.

2. Scented, minty cooling style

Strawberry flavor, peach flavor, lemon flavor…the one with fruit flavor is the peach of the world… ?

Not necessarily. These condoms with added fragrances do smell better, but the smell isn’t that strong. Just have fun with it.

fruit condom
▲ Source: Curious Doctor

As for the mint flavor, it is recommended to communicate with your partner before using it. After all, the unique cooling feeling brought by mint may not be acceptable to everyone.

In addition, people who are allergic to fragrances and mint should never use it~~

3. Colorful patterned style

Red, green, blue, black, yellow, purple…

condom gif
▲ Source: YES Shanghai

The same as the one in Figure 1 is that Lehe just adds pigments to ordinary condoms to make them colored. There is not much difference in using them.

That’s all for today’s condom class!



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