Protecting yourself with condoms should be a must when having sex, but have you ever heard of vegan condoms? Most condoms are made from latex, a liquid extracted from rubber trees. So basically, all latex condoms could be vegan, right? – Not quite. Here’s the non-vegan part: to soften the latex during the manufacturing process, conventional condom brands use the milk protein casein, while vegan condom brands replace casein with plant-based alternatives like thistle extract…. interesting, huh? Learn more about vegan condoms in our article “What are vegan condoms?“. Now, let’s introduce you to 5 vegan condom brands.
Important note: Make sure you always use lube that won’t damage the condoms. Because lubricants based on plant-oil run the risk of breaking the (vegan) latex condom and making it ineffective. We recommend biological water-based lubricants such as the bank lube from Jonny or the HERO lube with natural Aloe Vera.
Ethics
Vegan (Vegan Awareness Foundation), natural rubber latex, gluten-, paraben, and glycerin-free, non-GMO, nitrosamine-free, fairtrade (FSC), Certified B Corporation, gives back
Product range
Condoms (different sizes), lube (organic aloe enriched water-based), body wash, body & massage oil, lip & body balm, period products (100% organic cotton tampons & pads, menstrual cups, period underwear)
Price range
$6-$144
Based in
USA
Delivery to
USA
Founded by activist Meika Hollender, Sustain is an American brand that does good for people, animals and the planet. Meika has always believed in goods that are better for our bodies and our planet: “I started Sustain to create a world that promotes honest conversations about sex and periods.” Sustain offers organic period products without synthetic additives or fragrance as well as fair-trade, vegan, nitrosamine-free condoms and
Organic, aloe enriched, water-based lube. Plus, you’ll find many other personal care products on Sustain.
Ethics
Vegan, natural rubber latex, palmoil-, glycerin-, petrochemicals-, and paraben-free, without spermicides, nitrosamines, benzocaines, flavors or fragrances, gives back
Product range
Condoms (one size), lube (water-based 100% natural and certified organic)
Price range
$6-$27
Based in
Melbourne, Australia
Delivery to
Worldwide
Join the j spot with J. also called Jonny, your new go-to condom. Jonny is an Australian brand that promotes equality and sustainability. In addition to natural latex condoms, Jonny also offers certified organic lube and soy-wax candles. If you want to learn more, check out their FUQ’s (frequently unanswered questions).
Ethics
Vegan, natural rubber latex, glycerin-, gluten-, and paraben-free, without spermicides, benzocaines, talcum, sustainably and ethically sourced & manufactured, fairtrade, Certified B Corporation, gives back
Product range
Condoms (one size), period products (certified organic cotton (GOTS) tampons, pads, menstrual cups,
Price range
$4-$60
Based in
Berlin, Germany
Delivery to
Europe
Einhorn is a German brand based in Berlin. Their fun packaging and statements speak for themselves. With Einhorn you can have real fun 😉 The brand stands for fairness and sustainability and engages directly with the people behind the production and extraction of raw materials. Learn more about Einhorn’s transparency, which they call fairstainability. By the way: Besides the natural latex condoms, Einhorn also offers period products.
Ethics
The Vegan Society, PETA’s Caring Consumer Program, Ethiquette und das Green Business Network, natural rubber latex, fairtrade, sustainably and ethically sourced and manufactured, non-GMO, nitrosamine-free, glycerin- and paraben-free, certified non-toxic, without talc, nonoxynol-9 spermicide, benzocaine or added sugar
Product range
Condoms (different sizes and organic flavors), dams
Price range
$4-$90
Based in
Australia (with distributors all over the world)
Delivery to
Worldwide
According to GLYDE, “GLYDE is the world’s first certified non-toxic, ethical and fair trade condom.” GLYDE was founded in 1990 with a mission to revolutionize sexual health and wellness. The condom is designed to provide a more satisfying safe sex experience using sustainable ingredients and cruelty-free practices. GLYDE also offers natural water-based lube to match the latex condoms, as well as various organic flavors with the condoms and lube.
Ethics
Vegan, natural rubber latex, fairtrade, paraben-free, without spermicides, gives back, nitrosamine-free
Product range
Condoms (different sizes), lube (natural, plant-based, water-based)
Price range
$8
Based in
Australia
Delivery to
Worldwide
HERO is an Australian brand that stands for respect for others and the environment and advocates for sexual and reproductive health rights, diverse gender identities, empowerment with a strong purpose and passion for supporting communities in need. HERO manufactures dermatologist-tested, paraben-free and vegan condoms and disclosures transparent information about its ethical manufacturing standards and environmentally friendly sourcing of natural latex. HERO also offers water-based lube, which you can use with the vegan latex condoms.
