Content

• Steps
• Part 1 of 3: How to Measure Your Penis Girth
• Part 2 of 3: How to Measure Penis Length
• Part 3 of 3: Finding the Right Condom
• Tips
• Warnings
• What do you need

During penetrative sex with a partner, it is important that the condom is properly sized. A condom that is too narrow can break, and a condom that is too large can slip or leak. In either case, you and your partner are at risk of unwanted pregnancy and STDs. Fortunately, determining the correct condom size is quite simple: you need to measure your erect penis and compare that data with the condom size.

Steps

Part 1 of 3: How to Measure Your Penis Girth

1. 1 Wrap a measuring tape or thread around the thickest part of your erect penis. The resulting value is the girth of your penis. The thickness of the penis is the most important indicator on the basis of which a condom is selected, but in some cases its length also influences the choice.
   • Girth is more important than length, as the actual width of a condom can only slightly vary up or down. The length of the condom can be adjusted: a condom that is too long can not be fully expanded, stopping at the base of the penis. Even if the condom does not reach the base, with the correct diameter it is still a reliable means of protection.
2. 2 Pinch the measuring tape (thread) with your fingers in the place where its end meets the main (longer) part. When measuring, there should be no gaps between the measuring tape (thread) and your penis, but also do not press it too hard into the skin. Place your finger on the measuring tape or mark it where the end meets the body.
   • You may want to leave a small gap between the tape and the penis during the measurement process to get a larger reading. In this case, remember this: you always put yourself and your partners at risk if the size of the condom is not right for you. Nobody but you will know your exact size, so do it right.
3. 3 See what value you get. If you have used a measuring tape, you just need to look at the scale. If you used a string, draw the length that was wrapped around your penis on a ruler and read the value. Write this number down somewhere for yourself (for example, in notes on your phone).
   • This number is the girth of your penis. To get the width of the desired condom (indicated in millimeters), divide this number by 2.

Part 2 of 3: How to Measure Penis Length

1. 1 Take a ruler (measuring tape) and place its narrow part against the base of your erect penis. If the base of the penis is covered with hair, push it back with your other hand. Place the ruler firmly against your skin, but do not press it into your groin.
   • You can choose a condom without knowing the exact length of your penis, but most manufacturers indicate this value on the packaging. By knowing the length, you can choose between different brands of condoms.
2. 2 Press the shaft of your penis against a ruler (measuring tape) so that there are no gaps between them. Do this gently, do not pull on the penis.
3. 3 See what value you get. Round this number to the nearest centimeter. Size charts vary from manufacturer to condom manufacturer, so it's a good idea to know which value to look for on the packaging for you.
   • For example: you are choosing between two sizes of condoms, but you know that your penis is about 13 cm long. Then you should prefer condoms that are designed for 10-15 cm, not 13-18 cm.

Part 3 of 3: Finding the Right Condom

1. 1 In Russia, you need standard size (M) condoms if the width of the penis is between 52 and 56 mm. It is important to note that the “standard” value differs from country to country, so always check the packaging for specific numbers before purchasing.Condoms are available in stores in a wide variety of standard sizes, so you will have a good selection. For this size, you can find not only regular condoms, but also condoms with different textures, lubricants and flavors. Even if you focus on standard sizes, you will notice that condoms from different manufacturers will fit differently. All of them are equally safe, but it is better over time to choose the ones that will be most comfortable for you.
   • For example, you can choose a brand of condom that has the length of the product as close as possible to the length of your penis.
2. 2 You need small condoms if your penis is less than 52 mm wide. These condoms may be marked with an S. There may be fewer choices in this size and you should visit specialty stores (pharmacies or online adult stores) for a wider range of products from the most popular brands.
   • When choosing between several manufacturers, do not forget that on the packaging of condoms you will always find their length.
3. 3 If your penis is wider than 56 mm, you need larger condoms. Sometimes condoms of this size are labeled “XL” or “XXL”. In this case, your choices in local stores may also be limited, but you can always find products of the right size in large pharmacies and specialized online stores.
   • If you are choosing between different brands of condoms, remember to compare the length of your penis with the length of the condom indicated on the package.
   • Men all over the world tend to overestimate their natural characteristics and buy oversized condoms. You should always remember that by deliberately choosing a condom that is large for you, you expose yourself and your partners to all the unpleasant risks of unprotected sex. “XXL” size condoms are worth buying only if you have measured the width of your penis according to the rules, and it is indeed larger than the standard condom width.
4. 4 Make sure there is room for semen at the tip of the condom. This will reduce the likelihood that semen will leak out of the condom at the base of the penis. Many condoms have a semen reservoir at the tip. If there is no such reservoir, be sure to leave some space on top when putting on the condom.
   • Is the condom longer than your penis? It's okay if it is not fully deployed at the base. If the condom fits your width perfectly, but the standard condom length is longer than your penis length, just leave the excess rolled up at the base.
5. 5 Try condoms of your size from different manufacturers to see which ones work best for you. Even if you've got the right size, your comfort and the comfort of your partners during sex also depend on the type of condom. It is a good idea to try different shapes of condoms (for example, there are anatomically shaped condoms) or different materials to find the perfect one for you.
   • Some condoms fit snugly along the entire length of the penis, while others may fit snugly at the base but wider at the end.

Tips

• There is a quick way to determine the size of your penis with a toilet paper sleeve: simply slide it over your erect penis. If the sleeve does not fit snugly, choose a small size. If the sleeve is "just right" for you, then you have a standard size, and if it is too tight around the penis, you need larger condoms.

Warnings

• If you use the wrong size condom, your enjoyment of sex can be ruined.
• A condom that is too tight can break and you lose protection. A condom that is too large can slip off during sex with the same effect.

What do you need

• Measuring tape or thread
• Ruler