How effective are LOLA's ultra thin lubricated condoms?Updated 9 months ago

Our condoms are FDA 510(k) cleared — the regulated standard by which all condoms sold in the US follow — and each condom we sell is individually tested for quality.

All brands must submit a premarket notification to FDA and receive 510(k) clearance (like we did!) before they are allowed to legally sell condoms in the US. This is because condoms are classified as a Class II medical device (like tampons) and are an FDA-approved method of contraception and STI protection. This means LOLA's condoms have passed the same strict tests as the leading condom brands to prove their efficacy and safety according to FDA guidelines. When used properly as directed, our ultra thin lubricated condoms made with natural rubber latex are 98% effective, just like the big brands. 

However, the CDC, FDA, and HHS warn that because of human error in use, condoms (ours and other brands) are anywhere from 80-85% effective at preventing pregnancy when they are used correctly every time you have sex. Except for abstinence from all sexual contact, latex and polyurethane condoms are the best protection against STIs, including HIV. You can find a chart of FDA-approved methods of contraception and their relative effectiveness here. For more information on the effectiveness of condoms, we suggest you refer to the CDC's report that can be found here.