10 Unique Uses for Condoms: From Water Storage to Shoe Stretching

Unique Uses by: Avanish Jaiswal Dashed Trail Plus

Using condoms as a form of birth control and to prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections, But condoms can have other uses as well. Here are ten potential alternative uses for condoms:

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Water storage

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First aid:

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Emergency tourniquet:

Terrain Map A condom can be tied tightly around a limb to slow or stop bleeding in an emergency.

Fire starter

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Camera lens protector:

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Phone protector:

Terrain Map A condom can be placed over a phone to protect it from water or dust.

Shoe stretch

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Key lube:

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Packing material:

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Survival bag:

Terrain Map A large condom can be filled with air and used as a makeshift flotation device or survival bag.

Condoms should always be used for their primary purpose, which is to prevent pregnancy and the spread of STIs other are just alternatives .

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