Condoms, or prophylactics, are medical devices that protect from sexually transmitted infections and unwanted pregnancy. Prophylactics are disposable (single use) products. The safety of Control condoms is guaranteed by strict quality checks, including an electronic unitary inspection. This is why Control condoms are effective both as a method of contraception and to protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

To choose the right condom size, you need to know the circumference of your penis. To choose the right condom for you, you need to look at the "nominal width" (and not the length).

Each product data sheet included with the condoms contains an indication of the nominal width, which in turn indicates the condom size that should be chosen.

Control condoms come in various sizes, from S to XXL. The measurement that indicates which size condom should be selected is the nominal width. The length is not relevant.

You can buy condoms online discreetly and anonymously on the Control website. Simply register, place the products in the shopping cart, complete your purchase, and shortly afterwards, you will receive a plain, unbranded parcel containing your condoms and sexual well-being products.

Control condoms can be purchased at www.control.it or in leading pharmacies, vending machines, supermarkets or tobacconists.

There are 7 simple steps to putting on a condom, each of which is very important to ensure the safety of you and your partner:

1. First, an essential check: is the condom out of date? If it is, you must throw it away and get a new one. Next, check that the wrapper is intact: if it is visibly damaged, you must throw it away and get a new one that is in perfect condition.

2. Only open the wrapper when you are about to use the condom, starting from the serrated edge. To avoid damaging the condom, move it to the other side inside the wrapper. Take care not to use your teeth, keys or any other sharp object that could damage it!

3. Carefully remove the condom from the wrapper, taking care not to tear it with the edges of the wrapper, with your nails, with jewellery or with any other object. We understand that in the heat of the moment, you may be in a bit of a rush, but it's essential to pay a little attention to ensure that you can enjoy "carefree" intercourse. If the condom seems damaged, is sticky or is a strange colour, use another one. If you or your partner(s) have wounds on your hands, try to prevent these from coming into contact with the condom, in order to reduce the risk of catching or transmitting any diseases.

4. Squeeze the tip of the condom between your index finger and thumb to get rid of any air and check that the rest of the condom that you are about to unroll is on the outside. If it's inside out, you must throw the condom away and use a new one, so check carefully.

5. Place the condom on the erect penis, keeping the tip squeezed. Roll it down the shaft carefully, until it covers the entire penis. Caution: this must be done before any contact between the penis and the partner(s) takes place, in order to avoid sexually transmitted infections and unwanted pregnancy.

6. Immediately after ejaculation, remove your still-erect penis from your partner, holding the rim of the condom at the base to prevent semen from leaking out.

7. Once the penis has been removed, knot the condom at the base and wrap in a tissue or a piece of toilet paper. Dispose of in the general non-recyclable waste bin. Do not throw down the toilet or dispose of the condom in the environment.

Condoms should be knotted to keep the semen inside and then wrapped in a tissue. They should then be disposed of in the general non-recyclable waste bin. Do not throw down the toilet or dispose of the condom in the environment.

Fruit-flavoured condoms are designed to add a little extra flavour to intercourse! They are perfect for oral sex.

Condoms are usually made from natural rubber latex. Latex can cause allergic reactions, including anaphylactic shock, in people who are allergic to latex. For this reason, the Control range also features a Latex Free condom, made from polyurethane.

Condoms are over 99% reliable when used correctly, both to prevent unwanted pregnancy and to protect against sexually transmitted infections. However, great care must be taken when opening the wrapper, putting it on and removing the penis after intercourse. To minimise the risk of damage to the condom, it can help to use a lubricant. Another precaution that must be observed is choosing the right size: a condom that is too small could split, while a condom that is too big could slide off.

All Control condoms are suitable for oral sex, but the flavoured condoms have a more pleasant flavour: discover Fussion, Strawberry, Peach and Chocolate.

All Control condoms are suitable for anal sex, but Nature FORTE condoms are thicker, making them perfect for more intense friction. Don't forget to use a lubricant to reduce the friction: Control Infinity, a silicone-based lubricant, is ideal because it is long-lasting, but any Control lubricant, including water-based versions, works fine.

Condoms should be changed in the following situations as a minimum: after each ejaculation, if you change partners during intercourse, if you switch from anal to vaginal intercourse.

Adapta is a cylindrical condom with non-parallel sides, and features a special ergonomic shape. This means that the condom widens from the tip to the opening at the base, allowing for a more ergonomic fit that is suitable for any penis shape. This ensures maximum comfort during intercourse.

The vibrating ring is worn at the base of the penis to increase the stimulation of a number of erogenous zones: if worn with the vibrating part facing upwards, it stimulates the clitoris, while if worn with the vibrating part facing downwards, it stimulates the anus. If the ring is worn behind the scrotum, it stimulates the area behind the testicles.

The Geisha Balls are weights that can be inserted into the vagina to train the pelvic floor muscles. The Geisha Balls are designed to be used for a maximum of 15 minutes a day during activities that do not require physical or mental effort - not at work or while taking part in sports, for example. Do not insert the Geisha Balls too deep: the ball must be inserted just inside the vaginal canal. The balls must be removed when the pelvic floor is relaxed. Do not use the Geisha Balls if you have a genital or urinary tract infection, up to 8 weeks after giving birth, or if you use a diaphragm or IUD.

Geisha Balls Level 1 Light 18g are the ideal product to start training a perineum that is lacking in elasticity and is in need of care and stimulation. If you started with low muscle tone but now feel the weight is light, perform a hold test before increasing it:

● walk fast for 1 minute;
● climb up and down a flight of stairs;
● squat;
● increase your abdominal pressure (by coughing or lifting a weight).

If you have passed the hold test, you can move on to the next level of Geisha Balls. The Geisha Balls Level 3 Heavy 38g are the advanced pelvic stimulator for a toned perineum that is already ready to support more weight. With their heavier weight, Geisha Balls level 3 are an excellent aid to help you prepare for sexual activity, helping to strengthen the muscles of the vagina and pelvis and improving orgasms.

Control Velvet Secret is a clitoral stimulator with a special shape featuring a series of spheres, allowing you to experience pleasure in numerous different ways and through stimulation of different erogenous zones. We recommend that you begin stimulation of the clitoris with the lightest level of vibration, and then experiment with the various more intense modes or more complex vibration patterns to find out what you like most. Don't stop - keep exploring, searching for your most sensitive areas.

The dimensions of the Control Feel XL vibrator are 16 cm x 3.4 cm

Control Pleasure Vibes is a vibrating ring that adds a further source of stimulation during intercourse. Depending on how it is worn, it can stimulate different erogenous zones: if worn with the vibrating part facing upwards, it stimulates the clitoral zone; if worn with the vibrating part facing downwards, it stimulates the peri-anal zone; meanwhile, if it is worn backwards, with the vibrating part behind the scrotum, it stimulates the man's peri-anal area. So what are you waiting for? Get experimenting!

Last tip: Control Pleasure Vibes is not only designed to be worn during intercourse - it can also be used during masturbation, either alone or in company, to add extra stimulation!

Control Remote Wireless is a sex toy for couples, consisting of a vibrating egg and a wireless remote control. The egg is inserted into the vagina and then the vibration is activated via the remote control (caution: it is not suitable for insertion in the anus, because without a stopper, it can go too deep into the rectum).

The beauty of Control Remote Wireless is that the egg can be worn discreetly and can then be operated at unexpected times by the wearer's partner (at a restaurant, in a club...) for exciting, sexy games as a couple.

Control Feel XL is a vaginal vibrator that can be used alone or in company, to reach next-level pleasure. It is designed to be inserted into the vagina after lubrication with one of the Control gels. It has several vibration modes, but we recommend that you start with the lightest of these, then progressively move up, trying more complex vibration patterns to discover your preferences when it comes to pleasure.

All Control sex toys can also be used with a partner. It can be a good way to get out of a rut, or to explore new approaches to pleasure and share the experience with your partner. Browse through the articles in the Sexpert Control magazine for interesting insights and tips on toy play.

Every Control sex toy is different and each one is designed to take you on a journey into pleasure, helping you stimulate any erogenous zone that takes your fancy. Explore pleasure just how you want to, with all our clitoral stimulators and vaginal vibrators: use them to stimulate all your sensitive areas - not just the obvious ones - starting with softer vibration modes combined with gentle movements, and then moving on to more intense and creative exploration. Let your imagination take over!

Sex toys can be used alone or with others, as part of your sexual well-being routine. If you are part of a couple, sex toys can be a good way to explore new sensations. If you're single, sex toys are an important aid to help you enjoy your sexuality to the full.

Lubricant gels increase lubrication: this makes intercourse - whether vaginal or anal - smoother and more fluid. Using a lubricant gel can help enhance sensations. It is very useful in cases of vaginal dryness caused by hormonal changes, medications, certain phases of life, very sporadic intercourse, or indeed very frequent and prolonged intercourse.

The Vibrant Oil Pleasure Drops orgasmic oil is Control's stimulant gel: it has an intense warming and tingling effect when used on the clitoris. Apply one or two drops of Vibrant Oil to the clitoris, massage gently and wait around a minute. Vibrant Oil enhances pleasure and helps achieve clitoral orgasm, increasing sensitivity with its warming, tingling action.

Lubricant can be applied directly to the areas that need to be lubricated, or to the hands and then to the vulva/ entrance of the vagina or anus, before having intercourse or using a sex toy. Caution: if you want to use lubricating gel with a Control sex toy, use water-based gels (Nature, Aloe, Tropical, Chocolate and Warm Touch) - do not use a silicone-based lubricant such as Infinity, as this could damage the material of the sex toy.

Control moisturising massage gel can be applied generously to the parts of the body you want to massage, either whilst alone or when with a partner. It also has a lubricating effect.

Control lubricant gels can be purchased at www.control.it or in leading pharmacies, vending machines, supermarkets or tobacconists.

Our water-based lubricants are suitable for everyone.

If you prefer a neutral lubricant which is unscented but tastes pleasant: Nature lube gel

If you prefer a neutral lubricant which is unscented but tastes pleasant, with a warming effect: Warm Touch lube gel

If you prefer a floral/fruity tropical flavour or a chocolate lubricant, you can try Tropical or Chocolate

If you also want the added soothing and refreshing properties of Aloe, try the Aloe lube gel, with a delicate jasmine aroma. If you are looking for a long-lasting lubricant with a silky effect, meanwhile, try our Infinity lube gel, which has a silicone oil base.

As you can see, you really are spoilt for choice - all you need to do is experiment with a few different options, and see which you and your partners like best.

You can buy condoms online discreetly and anonymously on the Control website. Simply register, place the products in the shopping cart, complete your purchase, and shortly afterwards, you will receive a plain, unbranded parcel containing your condoms and sexual well-being products.

All Control water-based massage gels and lubricants are compatible with Control silicone sex toys. Only the Control Infinity silicone-based lubricant is not compatible with silicone toys.

All Control massage gels and lubricants can be used with condoms. Natural oils and creams that contain natural oils (such as our Vibrant Oil and the Me&V protective massage cream) cannot be used with condoms.

Massaging with natural oils or creams containing natural oils can damage condoms and cause these to break. For this reason, it is safer to use Control water-based massage gels. All natural oils and butters damage latex, leaving tiny holes. For example, do NOT use almond oil, sunflower oil, shea butter, coconut oil etc.

Apply one or two drops of Vibrant Oil to the clitoris, massage gently and wait around a minute. Vibrant Oil enhances pleasure and helps achieve clitoral orgasm, increasing sensitivity with its warming, tingling action.

Sensual Mousse is perfect for a sensual massage that engages all of your senses, with its enveloping scent and fizzy effect. Massage it onto your partner(s) body and enjoy the sensations together.

It is safe to ingest the Control massage gels and lubricants in small amounts.

Control massage gels and lubricants contain no sugar, so they are suitable for diabetics and do not facilitate the proliferation of mycosis and Candida (which can lead to thrush).

No, the Control massage gels and lubricants do not contain parabens.