A prophylactic apparatus including a substantially tubular article made of film material. The tubular article includes a closed, sealed end, an open end, and a skirt portion attached the open end. The skirt flares out beyond a periphery of the open end. The condom also includes a first tab associated with the tubular article, and a second tab associated with the elongated tubular article. The prophylactic apparatus can be rolled and placed into a portable package. Later, the package can be opened and the first tab and the second tab are used for applying the condom.