Condom Sales Increase Despite Economy

While the economy is sputtering, condom sales are taking off with an increase of 5% over the prior year reports Michgan State University's - The State News.

Massive layoffs and increased worry among the employed are pushing back plans for children and limiting entertainment options. Increasing prices for other birth control options have forced those in a bind to turn to the cheapest form of birth control, the condom.

Fortunately, condoms have advanced to the point where options are available to increase pleasure beyond the regular lubricated condoms your parents used. Condoms now come in different colors, flavors, textures, male or female, among many other types. Over two dozen manufacturers currently market condom and condom related products in the US besides the most popular Trojan brand. Durex and Lifestyles are #2 and 3 in condom popularity but several specialty brands including Pleasure Plus and Inspiral have emerged.

Choosing the best condoms come down to preference since the FDA regulates the industry. Try a condom selector tool or other comparison option to help find the condom that's right for your situation.

Ben Thiesmann is a freelance writer specializing in health and fitness. Undercover Condoms is an online retailer of condoms and personal lubricants. Learn more about the growing popularity of the female condom on their site now.