Good Clean Love Almost Naked Personal Lubricant, 4 oz Tubes

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Ask around! Since “fertility-friendly” is still a pretty new label, getting recommendations from others who are trying to conceive is a good place to start, too. You may want to try out a few until you find the one that works best for you and your partner. and below: We don't recommend lubes with this rating; you won't find any on our list. How We Selected the Best Lubes The ingredients are naturally hydrating so your skin will feel silky smooth when you’re done. It has a mild vanilla scent thanks to the vanilla flavor added, but nothing too strong. It’s even safe to swallow! The third base ingredient you’ll find in water-based lubricants is any combination of propylene glycol or other petroleum-based chemicals, parabens, and synthetic glycerin. Unfortunately, these individual ingredients can increase the chances you’ll experience side effects such as burning and itching. In general, water-based lubricants with these ingredients are not recommended as they can adversely affect sensitive genital tissues. Why the pH of Personal Lubricant Matters

Here's how to use a lube, says Dr. Streicher: “The time to apply lubricant is before you attempt intercourse. You squeeze it on your fingers, and if there’s a penis involved, you apply it liberally to the penis, and to the opening of the vagina [or anus].” It’s important to warm the lube first, she adds: “If you put cold lube on an erection, he might lose it.” Dr. Karyn Eilber, a urogynecologist who practices at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and co-founder of Glissant Intimate Wellness , which makes all-natural lubricants. Her practice focuses on women's pelvic health, including sexual wellness. She is also the editor and co-author of the newly released book, A Woman’s Guide to Her Pelvic Floor. Lubes can help create a more comfortable and enjoyable intimate experience by reducing uncomfortable friction that results from dryness. But there are so many different lubricants to choose from. How can you know which one is best for you and your vaginal health?

Yes. In fact, more lubricant can help the condom do its job even better. Additional lubricant can reduce friction even further to minimize the chance of the condom breaking. It can also reduce the chance of irritation of delicate tissues which can lead to infection.

Aside from the lube’s base (explained in detail above), here are a few key criteria to keep in mind when shopping for lube: The Ingredient List: Certain lube ingredients are known to cause vaginal irritation and/or infections—including glycerin, nonoxynol-9, and propylene glycol—so these are best avoided. You’ll also want to stay away from parabens (i.e. any ingredient with a name ending in -paraben), which have been shown to disrupt the endocrine system. Finally, steer clear of any lube containing sugar or sucralose, unless you want a hell of a yeast infection. According to the experts we spoke to, silicone-based lube is an excellent choice for anal sex and hand jobs because it’s longer-lasting than water-based and less absorbent (requiring fewer reapplications). Crucially, however, this kind of lube should never be used with silicone sex toys or condoms because it can degrade their material. This is the osmolality level of an ideal lubricant. An iso-osmotic lube has a hydration level that closely matches the epithelial cells of the vaginal tissue. This product, when introduced into the vagina during penetrative sex, won’t over-or under-load the epithelial cells with water. The vaginal lining stays balanced and maintains its natural equilibrium, and there’s little risk of inflammation or infection in the vaginal lining. As an added benefit, iso-osmolar lubricants also prevent the risk that Lactobacilli – the healthy bacteria that stimulates healthy cervical mucus and discourages infection – will be negatively affected.Sandhu RS, et al. (2014). In vitro effects of coital lubricants and synthetic and natural oils on sperm motility. Besides these natural ingredients, many lubes contain preservatives. Sodium benzoate and citric acid are two such preservatives that are considered to be safe. Hydroxyethylcellulose is another ingredient you might see in lube; it is helpful for those trying to conceive because lubes with this ingredient closely mimic natural vaginal fluids and have been found to be helpful because they don't decrease sperm motility. We appreciate that the bottle is discreet, so it’s easy to keep on your nightstand without anyone realizing it’s lube. Plus, it has a hand pump that makes dispensing it seamless.