Barrier protection isn’t limited to external condoms. Internal condoms, dental dams and wearable barriers offer different ways to reduce STI transmission during vaginal, anal and oral sex.
Explore practical options for safer sex, including internal condoms, flavoured dental dams and Lorals wearable barriers for oral sex.
Internal condoms, dental dams and wearable barriers provide alternatives to external condoms for safer sex. They can be used for different kinds of vaginal, anal and oral sex, depending on the product.
What is an internal condom?
An internal condom, sometimes called a femidom or female condom, is a soft barrier worn inside the vagina during penetrative sex. Unlike an external condom, it is inserted before sex and remains in place with an outer ring sitting outside the body.
Internal condoms can help reduce the risk of pregnancy and transmission of sexually transmitted infections when used correctly.
What is a dental dam?
A dental dam is a thin sheet used as a barrier during oral sex on the vulva or anus. It sits between the mouth and the body, helping reduce direct contact with skin and bodily fluids.
Dental dams are single use and are available in different materials and flavours.
What are Lorals?
Lorals are wearable latex barriers designed specifically for oral sex. Rather than holding a dental dam in place, they are worn like underwear, providing a hands free barrier over the vulva and anus.
They can be particularly useful for anyone who finds traditional dental dams awkward to hold or keep in position.
Choosing barrier protection
Different barriers suit different sexual activities, so check the instructions for the individual product before use. Barriers should be used once only and replaced if they tear, slip or become damaged.
Passionfruit stocks internal condoms, dental dams and oral sex barriers for practical, inclusive safer sex. Shop online Australia wide or visit Passionfruit in Fitzroy, Melbourne for sexology informed advice.
