How to use a condom Condoms come in a variety of styles. The best ones have a reserve tip at the end to catch the semen. Condom breakage is much less likely if plenty of lubricant is used. To be effective, condoms must be placed over the penis before any genital contact between the penis and the anal or vaginal area occurs. Likewise infections in semen can be passed on.
Condoms are only effective when they are used correctly.
Check that the use by date on the condom has not expired. Open the packet and carefully remove the condom. Unroll it about 3 cm Step 2. Wait until the penis is erect Step3. Squeeze the air out of the teat between two fingers and keep hold of the teat while you place the condom on the tip of the erect penis.