Lube, Lube, Lube

Lube is a lubricating ( of course! ) slippery substance that is used during sexual acts typically to reduce potential irritation of friction from some types of sex and enhance pleasure. Flavoured lube can also be used during oral sex to add variety in taste and experience.
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Lube comes in three different types: oil, silicone and water based. Water-based lube is typically the most natural, is easier to clean and won’t stain sheets. However, it does dry up faster than other types of lube. .
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Silicone -based lube has more of a silky texture, that won’t dry up or get sticky as it isn’t absorbed into the skin. It is also considered hypoallergenic. The down side is that it isn’t compatible with silicon toys and will lead to their breakdown. It’s also harder to clean and has the potential of staining your sheets. .
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Oil-based lube is not typically found as a commercial lube due to its liability in breaking down latex (which as we know from a future post is what a lot of condoms are made of). People who are using oil-based are typically using baby oil, olive, almond or coconut oil. As it isn’t commercially marketed, the effects are a little less well known. For some oil-based lube has proven to be a little more friendly to the vaginal ecosystem due to their being less preservatives than other lubes. On the flip side, it’s also been accused of potentially trapping bacteria in the vagina. .
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Keep in mind, while the body does have its own natural lubricants ( more on this in a future post ), it is always beneficial to have extra lubrication especially in the event of extended periods of sexual activity. Brands like @_sliquid and Slippery Stuff are great choices (disclaimer: I am not paid nor do I receive kickbacks from these brands - they’re just good quality products! ).