Do not use oil-based products such as body oils, creams, lotions or petroleum jelly with male latex condoms, they can damage the latex and make the condom more likely to split.
Some ointments damage latex condoms, making them more likely to split. If you are using creams, pessaries or suppositories in the genital area for example thrush treatments– ask your doctor, nurse or pharmacist if it will affect latex condoms.
It’s very important that you use extra lubrication for anal sex to reduce the risk of the condom breaking.