I have made some use of these 'barrier methods', as you name them, since my arrival here. Wonderful! A distinct lack of worrying sores among the waterfront taverns is yet another sign of the beauty of Verdana.

Although, my friend...

[And beware the tone of voice of a Zevran growing conspiratorially friendly.]

I wonder if perhaps you are lacking in your delivery of this pitch somewhat. You have to let the people know that including such things can still make for a pleasurable experience, no?