Scientists have invented a condom that feels like human skin

Scientists have created a condom that feels like human skin – but they need our help to make it sexy.

Earlier this year Australian researchers announced the super-sensitive contraception, created using hydrogel. And the sexperts say it feels good.

Now they’re calling on us to come up with marketing ideas. They want to know how the condoms should be packaged and branded.

The best idea will win an AUD$3,500 cash prize, with runners-up receiving AUD$1,500. I’m sure there’s some free condoms in the deal too.

The competition has been announced by Swinburne University of Technology in Melbourne.

Bridgette Engeler Newbury, a design and business expert at Swinburne, said: ‘There are still parts of the world that are not purchasing and using condoms for many different reasons. It would be great if the packaging and branding tackled this issue.’

Industrial designer Gianni Renda added: ‘We are undertaking research into existing condom packaging and branding and we hope this competition will help further our knowledge.’

The competition closes at the end of this month.