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LubricantLotion that is designed to enhance "slipperiness." Can be used for intercourse or masturbation. Highly recommended for post-menopausal women and condom users.What is meant by "lubricant?"A "lubricant," (sometimes referred to as a "sex lube," or just "lube,") is usually a water-based, condom-friendly liquid or jelly used to enhance or replace a woman's natural lubrication. Some people regard lubricants as a must-have item in this age of safer sex and they are an essential ingrediant to successful anal intercourse. The use of a lubricant on the inside of a condom can make the sensations delivered to the penis much stronger. Prior to the current, safer-sex era, many people used oil-based lubricants, using vaseline or mineral oil. Neither of these are particularly healthy; petroleum-based oils destroy latex upon contact, making them useless for use with condoms. Oils also coat the inside of the vagina and rectum, providing a breeding ground for dangerous bacteria. Even monogamous couples who don't have to worry about safer sex should avoid using oils for this reason, as well as one other: if it destroys the latex of condoms, it will also destroy the latex of diaphragms, cervical caps, and sponges, as well as the protective coatings around some IUDs. So, what are they made of?Most lubricants are made up of one or (more commonly) several of the following: glycerin, hydroxyethyl cellulose, or propelyene glycol. Some add aloe vera or vitamin E acetate. All add a pH balancing agent, and most have some sort of preservative, since the first three items are all essentially food additives, "thickening agents." Look at a container of Slime in a toy store-- the same three primary ingredients. What brands are there?Although the most common brand of sex lubricant is still "KY Jelly," you should be aware that KY is intended for single-use medical environments; the insertion of a thermometer or catheter, for example, and is deliberately forumlated to break down quickly. This is not good for situations where the lubricant is expected to last a long time, such as during intercourse. The names of other common brands are: Wet, ForPlay, ID, Slip, Probe, Pride, Aqualube, Astroglide, and Elbow Grease. Both Wet and Elbow Grease also make oil-based lubricants "for masturbation purposes only," so read the label carefully before you buy. These are just a few of many lubricants on the market. Which is best?"Best lubricant" is a non-sequitor, since lubricant choice is as personal to taste as food. Some people like it thick, others runny, others need it to be slick enough to grease their engines and others need it to last long enough to go for hours. Small sampler bottles (1 oz.) are available for a dollar apiece-- buy one of each and try them out. Figure out which one you like best. Lubricants enhance the comfort and pleasure of
masturbation, vaginal intercourse, sex-toy use, and especially anal sex. Most
popular lubricants are generally water based to rinse off easily in the sink or
the shower.
Water-based, oil-based…What the hell!? Currently there are hundreds of different lubricants out there on the market. Buying lubricants can be very confusing when all these different manufacturers throw so many different features in each product that we end up not being able to decide what is best for our intended purposes. Well in this article, I will try and clear up some of the myths about lubes so you will have a clear understanding or what you are buying. First of all, you have to decide what you are using the lubricant for. Is it for vaginal intercourse? Is it for anal penetration? Is it for masturbation? Or is it for fun? If you can answer my first question, then you are on the way to choosing a lube. Currently there a two kinds of base for lubricants, water-based and oil-based. Let's start with water-based lubricants. Water-based lubricants are a lot thinner in texture than oil-based lubes. They are safe to use on all toys whether they are made with silicone or latex. They are also usually the ones that come out with flavored lubricants. I will talk more about flavored lubricants later. Water-Based lubricants can be used for all intended purposes whether you are using it for vaginal or anal penetration. However, beware of using any flavored lubricants for penetration. The flavored lubricants all contain glycerin or sugar which gives them the sweet flavor as you have seen in some lubes like Motion Lotion or Joy Jelly Lubes. The sugar in these novelty lubricants will change the sensitive pH level of a woman's vaginal making her susceptible to yeast infections. These lubricants have flavors like strawberry, lime and kiwi. They are only meant to be used for fun like licking them off each other's nipples etc. There are some fantastic water-based lubricants for penetration out on the market. However, when you want lubricants for anal insertion, I would recommend using oil based lube. Oil-based lubricants are usually made from natural products, such as vegetable oils and nut oils, oil-based lubes tend to stain fabrics and can be difficult to wash off, but they are safe for use with the vagina. Oil-based lubes also destroy latex, so, like petroleum-based lubes, they should never be used with condoms, diaphragms or cervical caps. Oil-based lubricants are great for anal sex, vaginal intercourse, and male and female masturbation. There are more oil-based lubes to choose from than your thought. Brands like Tantric Oil and Spanish Fly are just a couple. I have a bottle of Tantric Oil that I always use for masturbations and massages. They stay wet for an extremely long time so you don't have to re-apply the lubes as often as other brands. Well, I hope I clarified the differences about water-based and oil-based lubes. Have fun and always remember to be safe. Shopping for lubricants and more sextoys, please click World's largest internet sextoy portal |
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