If condoms were Harry Styles, we’d be the tweens at the front of the mosh. Context: we’re up there as condoms' biggest fans. They’re an effective form of contraception, they’re vital in preventing the transmission of sexual diseases and infections, and they can play an incredibly important role in practicing safe sex. In saying this, when not disposed of properly - *cough* when they’re flushed down the toilet *cough* - condoms are not the most eco-friendly of products. We discuss why you shouldn’t flush your condoms down the toilet, what happens when you do, and how you can thoughtfully discard your used Jonny’s instead.

To lube or not to lube? That is the question. Whether you have some trouble with natural self-lubrication or subscribe to the “more the merrier” mindset, lubricants are a great tool for group, couple and solo play. In saying this, we can safely assume that the ins and outs of your underwear drawer lube is generally not the first thing you think of when getting busy in the bedroom. So, how do you choose the best personal lube for you? Don’t worry, we’ve got you.

We may be biased, but we think sex toys are one of the best things since sliced bread. Sex toys can be mentally, physically and emotionally beneficial, are the perfect tool for connection, and can vastly improve the sexual experiences you have with your partner/s or with yourself. Win/win/win. However, despite the many upsides to sex toy use, there are a few potential downsides.

Are the condoms you use latex-free? Are they made from natural latex? What is natural latex actually made from? Is natural latex a plastic? What even is latex?

Naturally, these questions wouldn’t be the first thoughts that pop into your mind when you’re hastily reaching for a packet of condoms. So, we’ve decided to answer them for you, from why latex is used for condoms, to the advantages of natural latex, to why, in our humble opinion, natural latex is Queen/King/Quing.

Despite their widespread use, popularity and effectiveness, there are still a lot of myths about condoms and how to properly use them. So, we’re here to debunk some of these common myths for your reading (and sexual) pleasure.

Through no fault of your own, you may not yet have been exposed to the concept behind safe sex (mainstream school sexual education, we’re lookin’ at you). If you’re thinking safe sex (that goes hand in hand with consent, might we add), involves helmets and kneepads, you get points for imagination. So, what is it? How do I have it? Where does Jonny fit into this conversation? Buckle up (and don your helmet) ‘cause we answer all the q’s you could have about safe sex.