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Are SKYN Original Condoms Still the GOAT for ‘Raw’ Sex? We Investigate

It’s the barely-there feeling some people want.

By Gigi Fong | Reviewed by Ysolt Usigan

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No matter how much sex ed we receive, raw sex will always reign supreme. I’m currently on a pause from partnered sex, but I wanted to know: Does SKYN still live up to the hype? Or, has a new bombshell entered the villa? (Love Island reference, IYKYK.) According to Reddit, LifeStyles’ SKYN Original condoms are still leading in the sexual wellness industry. Here’s why…

If you’re here, you probably love raw sex. SKYN’s Original allows you to feel the heat of your lover — without risking STIs and everything else that comes with hunching bareback. The side effect of this thin condom is that it gives a barely there feeling. Why is that a problem if you like raw sex? Well, a lot of reviewers report peeking down there mid-stroke to make sure the condom is still on. That can be........

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