There are some negatives of the IUD that cannot be ignoring. Such as your periods may be heavier, more prolonged and painful. Although they can improve over a few months. It’s worth being aware of the fact that condoms are still classed as vegan even if they’ve been tested on animals. There’s a distinction between being vegan and being technically cruelty-free, however that’s not to say that vegan condoms are any the less ethically produced. Standards Other than the fact that many contraceptives are testing on animals for approval; when it comes to hormonal contraceptives. Many contain animal ingredients or the hormones sourced are from animals. The fact that they are chemical-free reaps many benefits as they are not only safer for vaginas (no chemicals mean no issues for down there), but they also have a better taste as the flavours are natural and are more pleasurable as they are not drying and it allegedly feels as if you are not wearing one when in use. The disadvantages of vegan condoms

Most condoms are made mostly out of latex, which is a milky fluid found in plants. The particular type of latex that is used in condoms comes from rubber trees. While this plant-derived material is vegan friendly on its own, it is not the only ingredient used to make most standard condoms. When it comes to living life as a vegan, things have definitely gotten a lot easier and these days veganism is pretty common. In fact, its gone mainstream and with that businesses are fighting to appeal to this new market, offering vegan friendly foods, toiletries and clothing. Used as an ingredient in personal lubricants to make the product more “slippery” and to enhance flavor, glycerin can contribute to yeast infections, create vaginal inflammation and disrupt overall pH balances. ParabensSome condoms are also made from lambskin — these are known as natural condoms. And many standard condoms come lubricated for easy use and are made from an enzyme called lactoperoxidase, derived from dairy or beeswax, a substance derived from honeybees (side note: bees are very important); all not considered vegan. Regular condoms are also not that great for the environment The contraceptive can also affect your periods negatively. Such as bleeding between periods (which is common). And some medication can make the patch less effective. There is also a small risk of developing a blood clot as well. You also have to remember to change the patch every week, which can be tedious for some. Alternative/Natural Methods Going all-natural

Silk and leather are the two biggest and most obvious offenders when it comes to looking at vegan “sextras” but many substitutes can quite easily be found that use synthetic materials instead of the animal-based original.One thing that makes Pasante stand out is the choice of flavours for some of their condoms. In addition to the usual flavours like strawberry or blueberry, Pasante Tropical can spoil your senses with the sweet taste of coconut, mango, or pineapple. Typical spermicide contains the Nonoxynol-9. It’s known to irritate the vagina, which can increase the risk for HIV and STIs. And has the same chemical makeup as harsh cleaning products. In the sensations department, you can also find cooling and warming condoms, whilst the Delay Endurance condoms contain Lidocaine 1% and help with premature ejaculation. And if you’re looking to extend your vegan sexual repertoire then you’ll be pleased to find the range of Sheer Glyde Dams out there. These are a silky, thin sheet made out of natural latex which is placed over the vagina or anus during sex as a barrier method of preventing STIs. These dams are also Vegan Society approved. Glyde makes a host of different styles and sizes. They make vegan-approved flavored condoms. They also have ultra-thins, slim fit and a selection for larger men. While they do have the larger man choice, the most heard negative is that these do not fit a man who is longer or wider.

Permanent sterilisation is more than 99% effective in preventing pregnancy, with the surgery being effective almost immediately. You will never have to think about birth control methods and it doesn’t affect your hormone levels. However, like any surgery, there is a small risk of complications like internal bleeding, infection or organ damage. In addition, Sustain is FDA approved and electronically tested. However, similar to the above brands the main customer complaint is fit. Users say that they are more concerned with how they are being made than they are with the fit and pleasure of the individual.

Instead of casein, vegan condoms provide plant-based substitutes. Such as thistle extract to soften the rubber, and many are cruelty-free as well. Meaning that no animals were harmed during the process of manufacture. And instead of lubricant made from animal products, vegan condoms contain a water-based lubricant that is paraben-free. Are vegan condoms cruelty-free certified? Standard condoms are made from latex and use the animal protein casein as a binding agent to give them their smooth effect and make them pliable and soft. Vegan ones are 100% plant based and as part of this they use a plant-based binding extract to create the same, smooth finish and feel, you wouldn’t notice any difference even if you were looking for it! These condoms use sustainable rubber tree sources and use sustainable manufacturing processes. They are ultra-thin and chemical free so less likely to cause any vaginal dryness or irritation to either party. They also have a pleasant, natural taste which makes them a number one choice for oral sex. Another disadvantage being that the vegan condoms mentioned are male condoms. There are no vegan female condoms on the market. Being that the female condom is the only STI and pregnancy preventative that women have control over, the fact that there is not a vegan option is not that great to hear. However, because vegan condoms are new to the market, it might take time for companies to produce female alternatives; so hopefully, we might be seeing them in the future. The good news is, there are now an increasing number of vegan condoms on the market, although they are still a little bit difficult to find on the traditional high-street. However, there are a number of manufacturers that do not use casein in the production of their condoms. If you have a problem with yeast infections, then your condoms may be to blame. The nonoxynol-9 in the spermicidal lubricant cause vaginal tearing, which in turn allows harmful bacteria to enter. Further, many condoms contain glycerin, which the body treats like a sugar. Yeast feeds on the glycerin, allowing it to flourish.