Most vegans don’t even know about this, but condoms actually in them, a tiny amount of animal byproduct used in their manufacturing.
For ethical vegans, who shun the use and consumption of any animal byproduct, this could pose a problem.
Fortunately, you now can purchase vegan condoms, which are specifically designed to be animal friendly. They more or less look, feel and cost like regular latex condoms, but don’t contain the milk protein found commonly in latex condoms.
It’s no secret that there has been an alarming rise of people being infected with STIs and STDs in the past years. A lack of education and awareness has always been one of the reasons why people end up infecting themselves and others, with teens and young adults being the most affected by these illnesses—some of which are incurable.
Along with the rise of STD infections, there has also been a sharp rise in the rate of teen pregnancies in the last couple of years. Safe sex should be practiced, but when safe sex makes you use items that are against you believe and principles, then you might want to think twice about what you buy at the drug store.
Which is Which?
Hundreds of condom makers out there say their products are 100% vegan friendly, but you shouldn’t be fooled with false marketing and packaging. Check if the condoms are actually free from the milk protein by reading the fine print on the packaging or contact your local vegan community or PETA and ask for a list of real, vegan condom manufacturers. You can also read online forums and sources about common vegan condoms and brands that are being trusted by most people.
Where to Get them?
Go online. The internet offers hundreds of brands and online shops that have vegan condoms for sale. You can even get a discount if you buy them in bulk. You can also try going to specialty stores around your area that offer vegan friendly items. These days, some of the common brands can actually be bought in drug stores and pharmacies so these vegan friendly condoms are becoming more and more available in the market. They usually are priced the same as common latex condoms but price varies from one brand to another.
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