., Helpful considerations include:, Avoid lubricants with spermicide, Avoid parabens, glycerin, and strong fragrances, Look for fertility HANX: Can You Use Condoms and Lubricant Together? Did you know? Using lube on both the inside and outside of a condom can greatly enhance your pleasure, and finding a condom that fits properly is a game changer. Condoms protect against unplanned pregnancy and most sexually transmitted infections, including HIV, gonorrhoea, chlamydia, and syphilis. Use only water or silicone based lubricant with a condom during vaginal and particularly anal sex