Condoms are lawful to purchase at any age.
Here’s everything you need to know about condoms, including where to acquire them, what to expect when using them, and how to make them work better.
Where may condoms be purchased?
Condoms are available in a variety of stores. Drugstores, community health centers, supermarkets, and convenience stores all sell them.
They’re also available in vending machines on college campuses and at gas stations on occasion.
Depending on the brand, a packet of three condoms will cost between $2 and $6.
They’re also available for purchase on the internet.
Buying condoms advice
Many people take a personal interest in sex. It’s quite normal to feel a little strange about buying condoms in public.
If you’re concerned about purchasing a pack, here are some suggestions to help you relax.
Buy before you need them
Purchase condoms before you believe you’ll need them. They last a long time. It’s a good idea to be prepared if you’ve met someone with whom you’d like to have sex.
This way, when the time comes, you won’t be scrambling to get condoms.
Check the expiration date
It’s also crucial to remember that condoms have expiration dates, and using one that has passed its expiration date will impair its effectiveness.
As a result, it’s a good idea to check your condoms’ expiration dates on a regular basis and restock when they’re past their prime.
If you’re carded, don’t panic.
When purchasing condoms, be aware that you will not be carded or questioned about your age. If you don’t show your ID, a cashier cannot lawfully refuse to sell you condoms.
There’s no need to respond if the cashier inquires about your age. If you really want to say anything, remind them that condoms are available to people of all ages.
Alternatively, if you are uneasy, simply leave and purchase condoms somewhere.
Find out what you require.
Before you enter a store, decide which condoms you want to purchase.
The sort of condom you need is largely determined by the size and form you require, as well as any other features you desire, such as lubrication or spermicide.
You should also be aware if you or your partner has a latex allergy, as condoms produced from this popular substance should be avoided.
Condoms are made of a variety of materials, including polyisoprene and lambskin.
Learn more about how to decide what size condom you or your partner requires and which brands are available for that size by using Healthline’s condom size chart.
In the shop
Condoms are sometimes kept behind the counter or in a closed container, so you may not be able to see the box up close before purchasing it.
You’ll also need to request it from a store clerk. It helps to know the brand and type of condom you want ahead of time in this scenario.
Recognize that it’s perfectly normal.
Recognize that purchasing condoms is a necessary element of maintaining a responsible sexual lifestyle.
Going up to a counter to buy condoms could make you feel a little self-conscious.
However, the cashier and other people in line are unlikely to notice or care that you’re buying condoms.
And, let’s face it, you’re being cautious about sex, which is a good thing!
