The importance of lube
When it comes to picking the right type of lube, we know it can be a little confusing, to say the least. Depending on where you’re shopping, you might not think you have a ton of options. But the truth is, you do. There are various different types of lubes, all made up of different ingredients, textures, flavours and functions, and deciding what works and feels the best can be a lot to think about. We get it, so much so that we decided to dedicate an entire month to your lube education. This helpful guide, for which we reached out to actual sex experts for their takes on what type of lube to use in every situation.
Why is lube essential? Even though your natural lubrication is great, it might not be enough for penetration, says clinical sexologist Megwyn White, director of education at Satisfier. “Lube reduces friction between the penis and vagina, anus or other body parts during sexual activities and, when used with a condom, can make it less likely that the condom will break or fall off,” says White. Plus, lube can also prompt your body to produce even more self-lubrication, “as the wetness presents more pleasurable sensations, allowing the body to feel more at ease,” says certified sex coach, sexologist, and founder of Inner Eros, Michaela d’Artois, author of the e-book Your Orgasm Blueprint: The Comprehensive Guide to Discovering Your Sexual Potential and Achieving Ultimate Pleasure.
The different types of lubes are as follows:
· Water Based Lube
· Silicone Based lube
· Oil Based lube
· Organic lube
· Lubricant for menopause
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