The Interesting Story of Condoms That The World Needs To Know

Condom has been around for years now helping people to prevent infections and STDs. It certainly adds value to their life and controls pregnancy. The history of condom is complicated and this one particular product has always managed to maintain curiosity among people.

The earliest examples of condom use occurred in the ancient Egypt where people used linen sheets to cover their penis and protect from STDs and also prevent pregnancy.

Condoms basically came to the rescue when people had no idea of what to do to prevent unwanted pregnancy and STDs. Some condoms were made using animal skin. Initially the condoms were generally used by the upper class as it costed almost a week’s wage to purchase a quality condom.

The big leap happened in the 19^th century when condoms were being made using bicycle tyres. The birth control needed a solution and hence a lot of thought was put into it.

Then in the 20^th century, the rise of automation and machines revolutionised many manufacturing sectors and condom wasn’t an exception. The production of condoms became a lot easier and even the numbers started to increase gradually. The thick and heavy condoms became a lot lighter, which obviously made sex more pleasurable than earlier.

When the law decided to label condom as a drug and therefore all the manufacturers had to meet certain requirements. However, it was identified that about 75% of them were not actually safe. Strict testing process were put in place and it was no longer available in bars and other places. The only place it was available for people was in drug stores.

By WWII, it was realized that condoms were necessary to prevent STDs. Condoms were widely promoted to soldiers and it helped to legitimise the product because it helped people stay away from infection.

Post WWII, condoms were widely accepted and became a part of couple’s love life. It was mainly used to prevent pregnancy and STDs. But condom took the centre stage in 1960s-70s when people were open to have sex with strangers. Condoms were a must to avoid pregnancy and STDs.

In the 1980s, HIV took the world by storm and condoms were important than ever before. Condoms became the difference between life and death. It was never seen the same way again as proper use of condoms could keep people away from HIV.

Today, people no longer hesitate to use condoms and they even have the option of choosing from different varieties and flavors.

Durex Condoms - Old packs - Sold between 2010 - 2014 in India

Durex SUPER THIN condoms – 10s PACK MRP: Rs.150/- per pack

So thin it will leave her wondering, if you are really wearing one

Durex PERFORMA condoms – 10s PACK MRP. Rs.120/- per pack

It's the secret to longer-lasting act. Performa contains a special lube - called Benzocaine - inside the condom which helps the man to control climax and prolong excitement...which means longer-lasting act.

Durex SENSATION condoms – 10s PACK MRP. Rs.120/- per pack

Hundreds of unique raised dots mean more thrills! Giving extra pleasure and added intensity of stimulation.

Durex FLAVOURS condoms – 10s PACK MRP. Rs.100/- per pack

Show your taste for love. And sip its sweet rewards, in the flavours you choose to. Durex Flavour condoms. Available in banana, strawberry and orange to spice up your night.

Durex JEANS condoms – 4s PACK MRP. Rs.40/- per pack

Durex Jeans is cool love wear.It is trendy and it is comfort wear - just like Denim Jeans. Trendy Blue Condom for Cool Lovemaking.

Durex PLEASURE MAX condoms – 10s PACK MRP. Rs.100/- per pack

Now you can ensure maximum stimulation for you and your partner. The specially designed shape with uniquely positioned ribs and raised dots give extra intensity of feeling. Everyone's a winner with this ultimate condom

Durex GREEN APPLE condoms– 4s PACK MRP. Rs.50/- per pack

Durex SUPER THIN ULTIMA condoms– 3s PACK MRP. Rs.50/- per pack

So thin it will leave her wondering, if you are really wearing one. 25% thinner than other latex condoms.Manufactured using DUREX microlayer techonology

Why use Durex Condoms

Durex is having more than 80 years of experience of manufacturing condoms. So it's hardly surprising that Durex condoms are the world's leading condoms.

All Durex condoms use only fine quality raw materials. And every single Durex condom is electronically tested for holes and imperfections. Durex condoms  lead the way in innovation too.

This means that all standard Durex condoms are now 'easy on' allowing them to be easy and quick  to put on and more comfortable to wear.

What quality tests do Durex condoms go through?

Every Durex condom is electronically tested to ensure it's up to the job.

A random sample of condoms is also taken from each batch for more rigorous quality tests.

After measuring thickness and length, samples go through the air inflation test to check for burst strength and elasticity (typically a Durex condom can hold 40 liters of air without bursting).

Water leak testing is also carried out.

Sample condoms are filled with water - suspended for one minute and rolled on blotting paper which shows up any leakage.

Approximately two million water tests are carried out every month in Durex condom factories.

If the sample fails any of the tests, the whole batch is rejected!

What quality standards do Durex condoms meet?

Durex condoms set the quality standard around the world, by meeting or beating all national and international standards.

Durex has even upgraded the requirements for the Durex condom Quality symbol to make sure it continue to stay ahead of regulatory standards.

Here's an example…

the international standard for the air burst test is for the condom to contain 18 liters of air. But our requirement is for 22 liters - and typically a Durex condom will expand to contain 40 liters of air.

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