So Divine - Unscented Water Based Lube Classic Lubricant Gel - 100ml. Non Sticky, Long Lasting Waterbased Lube. Vegan Friendly, Safe To Use With Latex Condoms & All Sex Toys. Made In The UK.

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Natural lubricants are becoming a huge market as people are more aware of potentially scary ingredients in other products. The Natural Love Company has created a cruelty-free, vegan version that is made without additives or synthetic chemicals. This makes it a great choice for anyone struggling with allergies or sensitive skin.

One application of this natural moisturising gel can last up to 3 days, providing gentle and long-lasting hydration. It’s also proven to alleviate irritation, itching and dryness rapidly. YES VM is made with natural and organic ingredients and is formulated to minimise the risk of allergic reactions. It’s pH balanced to restore and maintain vaginal health, and it’s bio-adhesive, which means that it releases moisture where needed.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. For oral sex, flavored lubes can mask the latex flavor of a condom and add novelty. We recommend Sliquid Naturals’ Swirl because it is free from potentially harmful ingredients like glycerin, parabens, and propylene glycol. It is vegan and hypoallergenic as well. We love that it comes in a bunch of flavors–from cherry vanilla to pina colada to cater to a variety of taste preferences. It’s sugar-free, but it does contain aspartame. There’s some mixed messaging around the safety of aspartame for internal use, so you may be best off using this exclusively for oral or non-penetrative sex. Newer studies suggest veganism may be better for your health, in addition to being beneficial for animals and the environment. This suggestion can also be applied to lube. As mentioned above, non-vegan lube more often than not contains ingredients harmful to your bodily health. Lubricant can help create a more pleasurable sexual experience by providing more moisture for your genitals,” explains Charlene Douglas, a sex and intimacy therapist.

It’s also important that your lube has been formulated with the natural pH of the vagina in mind. Many brands will specify that they are pH balanced. How much should I spend?

Whether you are sexually active or not, these lubricants can help alleviate dryness that can be experienced during menopause

For penetrative sex without a condom, we recommend WOO’s More Play Coconut Oil Lube because it has a subtle vanilla flavor and is safe to swallow. For penetrative sex with a condom, we recommend Lube Life’s Water-Based Personal Lubricant. Condoms are usually lubricated, but with long-lasting sex, they can dry out and lube can help reduce the chance of the condom tearing. You can use any type of lubricant with polyurethane condoms that are not made of latex. However, if you’re using latex or polyisoprene condoms, avoid using oil-based lubricants as they can cause them to tear. They require a few top-ups during sexual play, which can be a great way to include more sensual touch to your intimate times with a partner,” explains Charlene. “Avoid in the shower, because they’ll just wash away.”

Mumsnetters have certainly put lube brands through their paces when in the bedroom, with many Mumsnet users sharing experiences (both good and bad) of the lubes they’ve personally tried and tested. Surely sex is a simple enough matter and you can have some fun between the sheets (or wherever takes your fancy) without having to be concerned about using animal products? Well, sadly, if you are using condoms, lube and certain sex toys, that isn’t the case. Vegan Condoms Nonoxynol-9: Although approved by the FDA, this staple ingredient of spermicide can cause vaginal irritation, such as burning, itching, and rashes.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. Water-based lubes can be used in practically any activity you can think up, even ones involving silicone toys. Water-based lubes are also safe to use with condoms. Silicone-based lubricant It felt instantly different to the others as well, in that it’s more of a balm, down to the natural ingredients of olive oil and beeswax. This means it’s naturally anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and high in anti-oxidants, making it a great option for anyone looking for something that looks after vagina health at the same time. It purposely doesn’t use the word “lube” to describe itself as it notes it can be used by people in menopause or experiencing prolapse.