A burst condom puts both partners at risk of sexually transmitted infections.

Reduce the risk of a condom bursting by:

• making sure it's properly unrolled

• squeezing the air out of the 'teat' before putting it on

• keeping your fingernails short and smooth

• using extra lube suitable for use with condoms

• never using oils, oil-based lubricants, or oily foodstuffs during sex

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