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  2. Nonoxynol-9 - Wikipedia

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    Nonoxynol-9 is a common ingredient of most vaginal and anal lubricants due to its spermicidal properties. A 2004 study found that over a six-month period, the typical-use failure rates for five nonoxynol-9 vaginal contraceptives (film, suppository, and gels at three different concentrations) ranged from 10% to 20%.

  3. Spermicide - Wikipedia

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    The most common active ingredient of spermicides is nonoxynol-9. Spermicides containing nonoxynol-9 are available in many forms, such as jelly (gel), films, and foams. Used alone, spermicides have a perfect use failure rate of 6% per year when used correctly and consistently, and 16% failure rate per year in typical use. [1]

  4. Comparison of birth control methods - Wikipedia

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    Plastic contraceptive sponge with spermicide used by nulliparous [38] [note 4] Today sponge, the sponge: 14 (1 in 7) 9 (1 in 11) Barrier + spermicide: Vaginal insertion: Every act of intercourse: 2002 [36] cervical cap and spermicide used by parous (discontinued in 2008) [37] [note 3] [note 5] Lea's Shield: 15 (1 in 6) no data: Barrier ...

  5. Can you use olive oil during sex? 5 things to know about lube

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    Nonoxynol-9 and other kinds of spermicide would be less potent after an expiration date, which could lead to unwanted pregnancy. Lube also has some unusual uses outside the bedroom

  6. Sexual Health Resource Centre - Wikipedia

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    The SHRC also sells an assortment of sexual health and pleasure products at cost. The Centre began selling products in 1987, beginning with spermicidal foam. [14] Contraceptive and protective methods currently sold include a variety of condoms, dental dams, and reality condoms (aka female condoms).

  7. These Are Officially the Softest Sheets to Buy - AOL

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    From silk and cotton to bamboo and linen, these are the softest sheets you can buy in 2024. Our editors share their favorite picks for a good night's sleep.

  8. If you buy one Labor Day deal, it should be this $20 sheet ...

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    Plus, these sheets have a whopping nearly 83,000 reviews on Wayfair, where they have a 4.6-star rating. Nearly 64,000 of those reviews are for five-star ratings by shoppers who commented on the ...

  9. Birth control in the United States - Wikipedia

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    The practice of birth control was common throughout the U.S. prior to 1914, when the movement to legalize contraception began. Longstanding techniques included the rhythm method, withdrawal, diaphragms, contraceptive sponges, [citation needed] condoms, prolonged breastfeeding, and spermicides.