Product Overview

Moods Silver 1500 Dots is the heavily textured member of the Moods range. Where a standard dotted condom carries a scattering of raised points, this one is studded with around 1500 — roughly five times as many, according to the manufacturer, producing correspondingly more friction and stimulation.

Moods states that each condom conforms to a set of international standards including WHO 2010, ISO 4074, ASTM D 3492 and GOST 4645-81, and that every single condom is electronically tested for holes before packing. Electronic testing is standard practice at reputable manufacturers and is worth having.

Key Benefits

• Around 1500 raised dots — about five times a standard dotted condom
• Markedly more friction and stimulation for a partner
• Every condom electronically tested for holes
• Manufacturer states conformity to WHO 2010, ISO 4074, ASTM D 3492 and GOST 4645-81
• Pre-lubricated, coloured natural latex

Key Features

• Approximately 1500 raised dots
• Coloured, lubricated natural rubber latex
• Reservoir tip
• Electronically tested
• 3 pieces per pack
• Made in India

Specifications

• Brand: Moods
• Range: Silver 1500 Dots
• Texture: Heavily dotted (approx. 1500 dots)
• Material: Natural rubber latex
• Testing: Electronically tested; manufacturer states WHO 2010, ISO 4074, ASTM D 3492, GOST 4645-81
• Pack size: 3 pieces
• Country of origin: India

How to Use

1. Check the expiry date and that the foil is sealed and undamaged. Open by hand at the notched edge — never with teeth, scissors or a fingernail.
2. Put the condom on before any genital contact, not part-way through.
3. Pinch the teat at the tip to squeeze the air out, then roll the condom all the way down to the base with the other hand.
4. If it will not unroll, it is the wrong way round. Discard it and start with a new one — do not flip it over and reuse it.
5. After ejaculation, hold the condom firmly at the base and withdraw while still erect, so nothing slips.
6. Knot it, wrap it and bin it. Never flush it, and never reuse a condom.

Safety Information

• Use a new condom for every act of intercourse. One condom, one use.
• Never wear two condoms at once, and never pair a male condom with a female condom — the friction makes both more likely to tear.
• Only water-based or silicone-based lubricant. Oil-based products — petroleum jelly, baby oil, body lotion, most massage oils — weaken latex.
• Not suitable for anyone with a latex allergy or sensitivity.
• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. A wallet or a car glovebox is a bad place to keep one for long.
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack.
• Used correctly and consistently, condoms substantially reduce the risk of pregnancy and of sexually transmitted infections. No method removes that risk entirely.
• If a condom splits or slips, seek advice about emergency contraception and STI testing without waiting.
• Keep out of reach of children.

What Do Those Standards Mean?

ISO 4074 is the international specification for natural rubber latex male condoms — it sets requirements for dimensions, burst volume and pressure, freedom from holes and package integrity. ASTM D 3492 is the equivalent American specification and GOST 4645-81 the Russian one. WHO 2010 refers to the World Health Organization and UNFPA specification used for public-sector procurement. Conformity is stated by the manufacturer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 1500 dots noticeably different from an ordinary dotted condom?

Yes — the density is the point. Whether that is more enjoyable is personal; some people find heavily textured condoms too much.

Does all that texture make it more likely to tear?

The dots are moulded into the latex rather than added on top, so wall thickness is engineered for it. Normal precautions apply: no oil-based lubricant, one condom at a time.

How do I know if the size is right?

Width matters more than length. A condom that rolls down easily and stays put without pinching is the right width; one that feels tight at the base or leaves deep marks is too narrow, and one that loosens during use is too wide. The nominal width for each product is listed in its specifications above.

How long do condoms last?

Check the date printed on the box and on each foil. Heat and friction shorten that life, so store the pack somewhere cool and dry rather than in a wallet or a car.

Will the packaging be discreet?

Yes. Orders are dispatched in plain outer packaging with no indication of the contents on the outside.