How to find the right lubricant for maximum enjoyment

What is a lubricant?

Lubricant, or lubricant gel, is a means to moisturize the skin and genital mucosa and improve glide during sex. It is needed to reduce the discomfort of vaginal dryness, stimulate blood flow and prevent microcracks.

If there is not enough natural lubrication, then there are health problems?

Not necessary. Natural lubrication is released within 10-15 minutes, it may not be enough for a long time. Sometimes a decrease in lubricant secretion is associated with hormonal imbalances (estrogen deficiency) or insufficient blood circulation in the genitals.

In addition, there are types of sex where you cannot do without artificial lubrication, for example, anal. There are warming lubricants with which you and your partner will quickly awaken passion and get new sensations. The lubricant will add variety to the petting and masturbation process as well, give it a try!

We have persuaded, we will try. Which lubricant is best?

What is right for you depends on your goals and preferences. The main difference between lubricants is in the base used:

Oily (fatty based) - soft, delicate and quickly absorbed. They are good for massage, there are even two-in-one options: massage oil and lubricant. But they are incompatible with condoms, they leave stains on clothes and bedding. They are best used for intimate caresses and male masturbation.
Water based - the most common. They can be easily purchased at the pharmacy and are inexpensive and convenient. There are a lot of options for using a water-based lubricant: vaginal, oral, anal sex, the use of sex toys. But such a lubricant dries out or absorbs rather quickly, so you need to regularly add a new portion.
Silicone lubricants - the most modern look. Do not dry out for a long time, do not wash off with water. They are more expensive and are usually sold in sex shops (if you are embarrassed to enter a sex shop, you can order the product online). Silicone spray lubricants are very convenient. Not all of them are suitable for use with condoms and sex toys, so read the instructions before buying. Poorly washed from linen and clothes.

And also lubricants differ in purpose:

For anal sex a lubricant was specially invented with a local anesthetic (lidocaine or benzocaine) and components to relax the muscles of the anus.
For oral sex water-based flavored and flavored lubricants are used to mask the taste and smell of natural juices.
For making love in the shower, use silicone lubricants in the jacuzzi or pool: they are not washed off with water.
For sex marathons stock up on silicone lubricant. And lubricants with a prolonged effect will help you stay in line longer by reducing the sensitivity of the penis.
For added protection against unwanted pregnancies use spermicidal lubricants. They decrease sperm activity. Be sure to read the instructions on how to properly use this lubricant: it usually cannot be washed off until six hours after intercourse. It is best not to use this lubricant as a substitute for condoms and other barrier contraceptives, especially when having sex with a non-regular partner. Contraceptive lubricants will not protect against sexually transmitted diseases.
For the healing of wounds and microcracks choose antibacterial lubricants (with silver ions, aloe vera extract, panthenol).
For latex sex gadgets (vibrators, butt plugs, masturbators) use a water-based lubricant: silicone can damage the toy.

Can't you use oil, cream or, for example, petroleum jelly instead of lubricant?

No. All these funds are not intended for use on the mucous membrane and violate the acidic environment of the vagina. Due to a change in pH, the work of protective mechanisms deteriorates, this can lead to the development of an infection.

How to use the lubricant correctly?

Follow the instructions. Typically, you will need to apply lubricant to the genitals before sex and add as needed. Wash off after intercourse. Water-based lubricant can be easily washed off with water, silicone can be removed with intimate soap.

Are they suitable for everyone?

There are individual allergic reactions to some components, for example, to essential oils in the lubricant. Read the composition before buying, especially if you have a skin allergy predisposition.

Test your new product before using it: apply on your wrist and wait 20 minutes. If there is no reaction, you can safely use this lubricant. The test must be carried out by each of the partners.

If you have a lidocaine intolerance, anesthetic lubricants should not be used.

Glycerin in some lubricants can exacerbate a yeast infection called thrush.