HOW TO CHOOSE A LUBRICANT

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Lube is a wonderful thing -- it reduces friction and adds slippery, feel-good fun to all kinds of play. With certain types of sexual activity (like anal sex), lube is a necessity. To find the perfect lube for you, take a few things into consideration: ingredients, what kind of activity you will be using it for and personal preference regarding consistency (cream, gel or a liquid). See our Lubrication Information Chart for a handy list of lubes at a glance.

Generally, thicker lubricants work well as Anal Sex Lubricants for anal play because they provide some extra cushioning for the sensitive tissues. Silicone lubricants are also popular for anal sex because they don’t dry out.
Some may find they have allergies to certain ingredients like glycerin or propylene glycol, so please read the descriptions for each lube carefully.

There are several different types of lube.

WATER-BASED LUBRICANT

Water-based lubes come either with glycerin or without glycerin. Glycerin, also known as glycerine and glycerol, is a sugar alcohol.

WATER-BASED LUBRICANTS WITH GLYCERIN

Pros:

Rinse out of the body easily and are easy to clean up
Are condom-compatible
Can be used with virtually any sex toy, even silicone
Because they stays slick longer, the gels work well for anal sex and fisting
Sweeter tasting

Cons:

Can feel sticky on the skin, especially when they dry out
Are not as long-lasting as silicone but last longer than lubes without glycerin
Are not good for use in water (bath, etc.)
May stain some linens and towels
Are not recommended for women with sensitivities and chronic yeast infections


WATER-BASED LUBRICANTS WITHOUT GLYCERIN
Pros:

Rinse out of the body easily
Are easy to clean up
Are condom-compatible
Can be used with virtually any sex toy, even silicone
Don’t contribute to health issues like yeast infections

Cons:

Are prone to drying up faster than other types of lube
Can feel sticky on the skin
Are not as long-lasting as silicone
Are not effective for use in water (in the bath, etc.)
Creamy lubes often taste bitter

SILICONE-BASED LUBRICANTS

Silicone-based lubricants are appreciated because they’re long-lasting. They feel more like oil than water-based lubes.

Pros:

Last longer than water-based lube
Are very cost-effective since you only need to use a few drops
Are condom-compatible
Never get sticky
Stay on in water
Can be used for massage since they don’t dry out

Cons:

Can compromise integrity of some brands of silicone toys
Can compromise integrity of softskin and Cyberskin toys
Are more difficult to rinse off/out (especially out of the vagina)
Tend to cost more for the same amount

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