The female condom is the reverse of the male condom. Where the male condom wraps the outside of the penis, the female condom wraps the inside of the vaginal canal. As with the male condom, it creates a barrier between genitals, preventing sperm from getting to the egg and preventing any bacteria or infections from moving between partners.
Tip: As with male condoms, lubricant is strongly advised. The biggest hurdle with a female condom is potentially slipping between the outside of the sheath and into the vagina, so until you’re familiar with it, make sure you proceed with caution.