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    Female condom color and scent preference in Durban, South Africa
    (Elsevier, 2023-06) Beksinska, Mags; Smit, Jenni; Mona, Amanda; Maphumulo, Virginia; Mphili, Nonhlanhla; Manzini-Matebula, Nontsikelelo; Chidarikire, Thato
    Objectives: To assess preferences for female condom (FC) colors and scents. Study design: Women aged 18–40 years were randomized to one of three FCs (FC2, Cupid1, Cupid2) two of which offered a choice of color and scent (red/strawberry, purple/vanilla, natural/unscented). Women could choose any variety within condom types while participating in an FC contraceptive efficacy study in South Africa. Results: One hundred and thirty-three women were allocated to each FC type. Strawberry was the most popular variety for both FC2 and Cupid1 (60.9%, 78.3% respectively). Some women chose more than one variety but few chose the natural. Conclusions: Data support a clear preference for colored and scented FCs. Implications: These data can inform FC programme managers to predict demand for different varieties of FC and can adjust supply of FCs accordingly