Calm down, I am talking about lube.
Lube is super important addition to all types of play, it can help prevent friction burn and prolong fun. But there are so many! How do you choose?Hopefully this will help next time you’re searching for that perfect one.
Water Based:
Positive features
1. Condom safe
2. Easy clean up
3. Doesn’t stain
4. Has a light, natural feel
5. Wide variety of types, flavors and scents
6. Typically good for oral, vaginal and anal
Negative features
1. It absorbs quickly, so you have to continually reapply
2. It can have a sticky texture
3. It’s not water proof
Silicone Based:
Positive features
1. Long lasting
2. Silky feeling, not sticky
3. Waterproof
4. Condom safe
5. Typically good for oral, vaginal and anal.
6. Doesn’t typically affect ph balance
Negative features
1. Hard to clean up
2. Stains
3. Cannot use on silicone or cyber skin toys
Oil Based
Positive features
1. Long lasting
2. Great for fisting
3. Good for anal
Negative features
1. Not compatible with latex condoms
2. Not good for many toys, as it can erode certain materials.
3. Not recommended for vaginal use as it can lead to infection.
4. Messy and hard to clean.
Hybrid Lubricant
Positive features
1. As slippery as silicone
2. Waterproof
3. Long lasting
4. Latex friendly
Negative features
1. Not safe for silicone toys
2. Not many options available
Sterile Lubricants
Positive features
1. Safe for use with sounds, penis plugs and princes wands.
2. Can be used with metal plugs and dildos
3. Kills germs
4. Doesn’t harbor bacteria
5. Doesn’t stain and is easy to clean.
Negative features
1. Absorbs quickly, so will need to constantly reapply
2. Not waterproof
Still having a hard time choosing well here is a little guide to help you:
Electro Sex – try a specialised electro sex gel. It has a higher salt content than standard lubricants for increased conductivity.
Vaginal Fisting – a silicone based or hybrid lubricant is a must.
Anal Fisting – an oil or silicone based lubricant will enhance your fisting fun.
Urethral Sounding – sterile water based lubricant is essential in this kind of play.
Vaginal Sex – water and silicone based lubricants will provide optimum glide and maximum pleasure for your playtime.
Anal Sex – we recommend a silicone or oil based lubricant, but remember not to use oil based formulas with condoms.
Oral Sex – water based is the best option for oral pleasure.
Masturbation – hybrid, water and silicone based are all great choices for your solo fun.
Sex Toys – water based is a safe bet for toys. Silicone based is also an option, but only if toys are not made from silicone or cyberskin.
Have fun and stay kinky
