Below are some FAQ's with answers that should clear things up. It is a soft, loose-fitting polyurethane sheath that lines the vagina. It has a soft ring at each end. The ring at the closed end is used to put the device inside the vagina and to hold it in place during sex. The other ring stays outside the vagina and partly covers the labia.
Polyurethane is a strong, thin material that conducts heat.
We hope so. This is a new method, and may be a little difficult to work with at first. Before sex begins, the woman inserts the female condom with her fingers, much like a tampon with no applicator. It is very important to read the instructions carefully first, then follow the seven steps. Many women practice inserting the female condom once or twice, prior to having sex, so that they are familiar with how it works.