So, You're Thinking About Trying Female Condoms — Here's What You Need to Know

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So, You’re Thinking About Trying Female Condoms — Here’s What You Need to Know

• What Are Female Condoms, and Most Importantly, How Do They Feel?
• How Do They Work?
• What Should You Expect?
• Don’t Take Our Word for It, Take Theirs!
• In the End, It’s All About What Works for You

Curious about how FC2 Female Condoms feel? It’s a common question, and for good reason — trying something new in the bedroom can be exciting but might be a bit intimidating, too. Female condoms (internal condoms) provide a unique alternative to male condoms (external condoms) and other forms of sexual protection to make your intimate moments both safer and sexier. And, like with anything new, it’s totally expected to have questions.

So, let’s get real about what you can expect from your first time using FC2 Female Condoms and why some women find it to be a total game-changer for sexual protection when it comes to comfort, convenience and, for some, even enhanced pleasure (who doesn’t love that!).

What Are Female Condoms, and Most Importantly, How Do They Feel?

FC2 Female Condoms are made of a soft and strong material called nitrile (which is latex-free), covering a flexible inner (at the closed end) with an outer ring (at the open end), designed to gently fit inside the vagina. 

Here’s what you might experience using the FC2 Female Condom:

• A Natural, Warm Feeling Due To The Nitrile Material: One of the first things you’ll notice (and maybe even your partner, too) is how easily the material molds to the vaginal walls and warms to your body’s temperature, offering a natural and intimate feel.
• Internal and External Rings That May Enhance Your Pleasure: FC2 Female Condoms have two rings — an internal one that helps keep it in place and an external ring that stays outside, covering the vaginal opening. Some women say the inner ring provides extra stimulation, while others don’t or barely notice it at all.
• FDA-Approved for Safety and Effectiveness: FC2 Female Condoms are the only FDA-approved single-use internal condoms, offering reliable protection against pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). They have a 95% efficacy when used (as directed) correctly and consistently.

How Do They Work?

OK, great. So, we’ve established that female condoms are designed to protect against pregnancy and the transmission of STIs. But now, you might be wondering how they actually work. How are they inserted? What helps them stay in place? Here’s the lowdown on the two rings that make it all happen:

• The Internal Ring: This flexible smaller ring goes deep inside the vagina, where it sits behind the pubic bone, keeping the condom in place. It’s designed to sit snugly against your cervix, so you can move comfortably and freely.
• The External Ring: The larger ring stays outside the vagina, resting around the vaginal opening. It keeps the condom from slipping in and adds an extra layer of protection over the vulva where it covers.

Together, these rings help give you protection without getting in the way of your fun.

What Should You Expect?

Don’t let the size fool ya! They might look big at first, but they are actually about the same length as a male condom, only wider because they are designed to shape to the vagina, allowing for movement of the penis during sex. Using them can actually be simple, and putting them in is similar to putting in a menstrual disc or vaginal ring! 

For the full step-by-step guide, check out our How to Use page for all the juicy details. It’s packed with helpful tips to make sure you’re feeling confident and comfortable from the start.

Don’t Take Our Word for It — Take Theirs!

Everyone’s experience is different, but here’s what a few women have shared about their experience using FC2:

“Trust me, the extra room makes it so much better. I get friction burn from normal condoms, but not with female ones.”
— Jami

“I love mine, he loves it, and I love that he doesn’t have to stop, and we both get to feel everything. 🥰”
— Debra

“These are actually amazing and super comfortable. Bonus that you can put one in before the date and don’t have to deal with that “did you bring one/putting one on” situation.”
— J.L.

“I’ve used these. I LOVE THEM!! The biggest perk is that it seems to enhance MY pleasure!! Yep, that’s what I said!”
— Lisa

In the End, It’s All About What Works Best for You

Now that you’ve got the scoop on FC2 Female Condoms, why not give them a try and see for yourself? Whether you’re after more comfort, a new option for protection, or just want to mix things up, FC2 Female Condoms could be just the thing that makes your next sexual experience that much better.

And, bonus: FC2 is available for as little as $0 with a prescription (insurance coverage may vary), making it an affordable and accessible option to explore. Think about how FC2 can fit into your routine, and maybe even talk to your partner — because safer sex should feel amazing, be simple, and work for you.