Durex Extra Safe

Please note - this is a genuine review of a consumer product that, by its very nature, contains direct reference to sexual health issues that some readers may find uncomfortable Frankly, it amazes me these days that things like condoms are still considered to be something naughty, something never to be discussed. It's no surprise that the UK has an alarming rate of unwanted teenaged pregnancies when you consider the limited public awareness of something as simple as the condom. Whether the Pope likes it or not, condoms save lives - literally. Society can either bury its head in the sand or ... more

At the moment I am in the middle of changing contraception. I had my second baby just over a year ago now and my periods have just returned and so, not wanting another baby right now, and probably not ever, I need to get my birth control sorted out. I don't want to be on the pill forever and once we make that decision to not have any more kids I think my husband is going to have the snip but in the meantime we have decided to take some extra protection when having sex and so we have been using Durex Extra Safe condoms. According to an article I read, "Durex condoms are the most popular brand ... more

Condoms - annoying little devices, but so useful in preventing against STD's and Pregnancy . Of course, there are many other contraceptives for avoiding pregnancy, but condoms are really the only way to prevent against STD's. These cost me £ 6.42 for a box of 12 from my local chemist - the reason I picked up this particular brand is that they have extra spermicidal lubricant, which obviously kills the little swimmers, and also they're made of a slightly thicker latex . As my fella and I were going through a bit of an experimental stage, we'd decided to *ahem* approach sex from a different ... more

As a sex worker, condoms are incredibly important to me. In fact they are the most important thing since they essentially keep my good health intact. I have tried all manner of condoms in the durex range and in others. The Durex Extra Safe are by far one of the worst available in my opinion. I used them with multiple partners so rest assured my research was very thorough.. most of those partners felt that the condom was going to slip off during intercourse and on several occasions they did come very close to slipping off - not exactly the safety we had hoped for! They are easy to use and the ... more

One thing I can't knock these for is their ability to do exactly as the packet suggests and be extra safe. I've found them easy to get on and never had one slip or break. In this sense they are everything I expect a condom to be - extremely safe, reliable and protective allowing you to enjoy the moment without the potential risks that come with sexual activity floating in the back of your head. For the newbies the box contains instructions that are fairly clear and accurate so anyone who missed those lessons at school will know what to do when the time comes. Again, can't fault their extra ... more