But with a one-night stand, it’s easy to get lost in the moment. If you don’t really know the person, asking questions about their sexual history can get awkward and even kill the mood—but that shouldn’t take priority over your health.
That’s why using a condom is so crucial. It’s one of the easiest ways to protect you (and your partner) from transmission of diseases like chlamydia, gonorrhea, and other STDs. (Here are four STDs you might already have.)
Plus, wrapping it up can help prevent unintended pregnancies. According to the survey, 33 percent of adults have used the “pull out method” during sex, but withdrawal can be a risky form of birth control if you don’t do it perfectly.
So why are people avoiding condoms in the first place? Sixteen percent of adults have skipped the glove because their partner didn’t like how it felt, the survey found. (If that’s the case, we recommend these LELO Hex condomsfrom the Men’s Health store. They’re ultra thin and pre-lubricated.)
But until you feel completely comfortable with a single partner, forgoing protection shouldn’t be an option. The fix? Finding a condom you actually like and using a little lube (like this one from the Men’s Health store) will keep your hookups sexy and safe.
Source: menshealth
