How to choose an intimate lubricant for vaginal and anal sex

Lubricant for oral sex makes intimate sex more comfortable and safer (from the point of view of mechanical damage) for both partners. Saliva is usually used to facilitate gliding, but it is not always enough. The result is dry mouth, irritation of the mucous membranes, sore throat, and a persistent unpleasant aftertaste. Lubricant eliminates such problems, providing a comfortable touch and completely eliminating specific odors. Manufacturers of intimate products offer a wide range of oral lubricants to suit the needs of different customers.

Types of Oral Lubricants

The base of oral lubricants is always water. The auxiliary components are safe when swallowed, which is important during oral contact, since saliva is periodically swallowed as a reflex. These products can also be used during alcohol intoxication. Such lubricants can also be used as a regular intimate lubricant, which goes well with any condoms and sex toys (erection stimulating rings, vibrators).

Standard set of components:

Water;
Glycerol;
Potassium sorbate;
Hydroxyethylcellulose;
Propylene glycol;
Sucralose;
Sodium chloride.

It is recommended to choose products with an extremely simple composition (the fewer components, the better). As for smells and tastes, it is advisable to give preference to well-known ones (vanilla, strawberry, banana, chocolate). Experience shows that the more sophisticated the name, the greater the disappointment (the taste is too vague or reeks of chemicals).

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Conventional silicone, oil and hybrid lubricants should not be used for oral contact - this is fraught with nausea, vomiting, gastrointestinal spasms, and an allergic reaction.

Lubricants for oral sex vary in taste, aroma, and consistency. Some add additional substances for a cooling or warming effect. A number of lubricants cause a slight tingling sensation and increased sensitivity of the mucous membranes. This is achieved by stimulating blood flow and influencing nerve endings.

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Any lubricant must be tested for allergic reactions before use. To do this, apply a small amount of the product to the inner bend of the elbow and wait 15-20 minutes. You can try it on your tongue first so that you don’t experience any unexpected unpleasant sensations during the process.

Most oral lubricants come in gel form, but you can also find cream, mousse, and spray. It is possible to choose the lubricant that is most pleasant in feel and consistency. Too liquid ones are swallowed in large quantities and have to be added frequently. Thick ones envelop the oral mucosa too much - for many this provokes vomiting.

Rating of the best lubricants for intimacy

Companies that produce sex products release more and more advanced versions of their products every year. However, few of them can be called the best lubricants for intimacy. Buyers who are accustomed to choosing the best quality for themselves should pay attention to the lubricants, which will be discussed below.

Titan Gel

This drug is used not only as a lubricant, but also for penis enlargement. This cream also strengthens erections and increases the duration of sexual intercourse.

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Context Strong

The leader among all lubricants existing today can rightfully be called “Contex Strong”. It is ideal for both classic and anal sex. The manufacturer recommends using this lubricant during the first intimate contact. It will protect delicate skin and organ mucosa from serious damage. This point is especially important during anal sex. A component such as aloe included in the lubricant will certainly protect the tissues of the rectum from irritation and inflammation.

It is also worth noting that the product does not have a negative impact on the strength of contraceptives.

Durex Play Sweet Strawberry

The next quality lubricant is Durex Play Sweet Strawberry. It was created specifically for oral sex. Lubricant from a world-famous manufacturer of contraceptives well moisturizes the genitals and also gives them a pleasant taste of fresh strawberries.

Play Tingle

Third on the list among the best lubricants is “Play Tingle”, which was also released. It is designed for anal sex. The product has gained great popularity due to its special effect. While using the lubricant, partners feel a frosty tingling sensation. Light coolness significantly enhances sensations during sex.

Pharmatex

Another good lubricant that has shown its best performance is Pharmatex. It has a cooling effect, allowing partners to prolong sexual intercourse. This effect is achieved due to the presence of benzocaine in the product. In addition, the lubricant has a spermicidal and antibacterial effect. So it enhances the effect of the contraceptive and protects the genitals from pathogens.

The use of Pharmatex is recommended for women, as the product helps stabilize the balance of sex hormones. It is especially useful for girls who have recently given birth. This is because the product helps speed up the healing process of cracks and wounds.

Stimulove Strong

"Stimulove Strong" is an innovative product released by. The stimulant has a warming effect. The use of such a lubricant prevents the occurrence of allergic reactions and irritations that can be caused by contraceptives.

Wave Context

The list of the best lubricants includes another series of intimate products from. “Wave” is the ideal lubricant that women should pay attention to. Thanks to its antiseptic effect, the product protects the female genital organs from microorganisms that negatively affect their microflora. Lubricant can be used together with condoms.

System Joe

Silicone lubricant "System Joe" is a hypoallergenic product. This product protects and moisturizes the skin of the genital organs of both partners.

Toyfluid

A worthy competitor to the above lubricants is Toyfluid lubricant. It is water based. This product is unique in that it can be used even during menstruation. It is also suitable for anal sex, which includes the use of specific intimate toys. Lubricant protects the genitals from painful cracks and tears.

Hot Glide Liquid Pleasure

There is nothing bad to say about Hot Glide Liquid Pleasure. The stimulating lubricant has not lost its popularity over the years. It differs from other similar products in its affordable cost, which does not affect the quality in any way. Lubrication ensures the most comfortable penetration and sliding of the genital organs. It is allowed to be combined with various means of contraception. The lubricant is ideal for both traditional and anal sex.

Unex from Rosparfum

The list is completed by another good lubricant from Unex. Water-based lubricant is suitable for daily use. It performs several tasks at once: moisturizes the skin and increases the sensitivity of the genitals. The lubricant also protects against microdamage and allergic reactions. It can even be used during oral sex.

Sex shops and pharmacies sell other equally worthy lubricants that a couple can use during sex. The highest quality and most popular of them were listed above.

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Best Oral Lubricants

The highest quality edible lubricants are produced by trusted brands: HOT, Pjur, System Jo, Swiss Navy. The prices are quite high, but the quality does not disappoint: the smell and taste are unobtrusive, without a chemical tint, and the consistency is also optimal. Surprises in the form of allergies or nausea usually do not occur during their use.

Rating of the most popular oral lubricants:

Candy Shop Cotton Candy from System Jo (USA) with cotton candy flavor. Price from 780 rub. for 60 ml.
Chocolate Bliss from Swiss Navy (USA). Price from 1730 rub. for 118 ml. Rich chocolate taste, does not contain sugar.
Super Glide Cherry from HOT (Germany) with cherry flavor. Price from 880 rub. for 75 ml.
Aqua Vanilla Bean from Wicked (USA) with vanilla flavor. Price from 1990 rub. for 120 ml.

H2O Chocolate Delight from JO (USA) with chocolate flavor. Price from 1700 rub. for 120 ml.
FrenchKiss from Joy Division (Germany) with strawberry flavor. Suitable for sensitive skin. From 620 rub. for 75 ml.
Waterbased Lubricant Papaya from Shiatsu (UK). Price from 870 rub. for 75 ml.
JUJU coconut, strawberry, raspberry, tropical fruit flavor (LLC "HBO" at the Russian Academy of Sciences "Vita"). Price from 590 rub. for 100 ml. You can purchase 1 ml samples. The taste is delicate, moderately sweet.

Popular oral lubricants

Edible oil from Shunga (Canada) with strawberry and champagne flavors has a warming effect. Does not contain sugar, does not stick. Costs from 1920 rubles. for 100 ml.

Flavored Cool Mint H2O lubricant from System JO has a cooling effect. Costs from 1166 rubles. for 150 ml. A slight tingling and cooling sensation is provided by Oral Delight - Vanilla Thrill from the same brand. Costs 900 rubles. for 30 ml.

Swiss Navy also has a peppermint oral lubricant – Cooling Pepermint. Price from 1100 rub. for 118 ml. The cooling effect is weak (the emphasis is on the aroma of peppermint), but enough to enhance the sensations. These lubricants do not contain sugars or parabens.

An original version of oral lubricant is Plaisirs Secrets lip gloss from Baiser Brulant (France) with the taste and aroma of wild strawberries. The lubricant has a slight stimulating tingling effect.

The above brands are available in almost every online intimate goods store. In regular pharmacies, hyper- and supermarkets you can buy flavored lubricants for oral sex from the usual brands Contex and Durex.

How to use

Before the process, a small amount of lubricant is distributed over the genital organ (head of the penis, clitoris). It should be remembered that the product is intended to enhance the sensations of caresses, to facilitate the process, and not for licking. Some people set themselves the goal of eating everything they have applied, which often leads to nausea or an upset stomach.

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After completing the process, the lubricant (even if it is not visually visible) must be washed off with water and intimate hygiene product or baby soap. The surrounding areas are also washed, including the groin folds and inner thighs.

Homemade substitutes

The classic version of improvised oral lubrication is confectionery whipped cream. They provide a good gliding effect, but they coat the mucous membrane too much (depending on the fat content), which can cause nausea. Creamy fruit yogurt also makes a good substitute for lube. A more extreme option is ice cream. It will provide not only lubrication, but also a pronounced cooling effect in the first few seconds.

Some people use banana mousse (banana ground in a blender) as an edible oral lubricant. The option is not bad, but particles can get into the urethra and cause discomfort. The same consequences, as well as irritation of the mucous membranes and an allergic reaction, are possible after oral sex with various berries.

Making banana mousse in a blender

It is important that after using homemade lubricants, you must thoroughly rinse the genitals (preferably disinfected with miramistine or chlorhexidine). Food products are not intended for such purposes, so the unpleasant consequences may include the development of candidiasis (fungus) and urethritis (due to irritation of the urethra).

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Homemade lubricant versus drugstore products

The male and female genitals have a large number of nerve endings, making these parts of the body incredibly sensitive. According to the laws of physics, rapid contact of parts with each other produces friction, which is quite painful. To ensure that a person does not experience discomfort during sexual intercourse, a lubricant is needed to allow slipping.

You can prepare intimate lubricant at home. But you shouldn’t place high hopes on a homemade product. It will moisturize and have a slight stimulating effect, but will never be able to compare in strength with a drug made from synthetic substances.

There is another important point: products sold in stores have a proven composition and strict instructions for use. Manufacturers are responsible for the quality and safety of their products. If you decide to prepare an intimate lubricant from improvised means, then no one can guarantee its effectiveness and the absence of negative consequences. You are responsible for your own experiments.

Before you start preparing and using a homemade gel or cream, you should make sure that you or your partner are not allergic to the components. Try applying the product to your wrist and wait 20-30 minutes. If it begins to pinch, itch, or redness appears, this means that the product contains an allergen; this drug should not be used as an intimate lubricant.

Ingredients from the kitchen

Let's describe the most popular recipes:

First recipe: “fruit jelly”

The recipe for this homemade intimate lubricant is extremely simple, since the ingredients can be found in any kitchen. You need to take starch and water in equal parts, mix thoroughly, and put on fire. When the mixture thickens, remove from heat, let cool slightly - that’s it, the Vaseline substitute is ready.

For aroma and taste, you can add a little fruit - a couple of pieces will be enough.

For aroma and taste, you can add a little fruit - a couple of pieces will be enough. Instead of fruit, you can add 2 drops of essential oil (no more). It is not recommended to use perfumes as they are alcohol-based.

Second recipe: oil lubricant

Instead of Vaseline, you can use any organic oil. Coconut, olive, sesame, and flaxseed oil are best - pour a small amount into a saucepan and place in a water bath. Warm it up a little and add 1-2 drops of essential oil. You can use a liquid aphrodisiac, then a homemade intimate lubricant will not only moisturize, but also excite.

Third recipe: banana gel

Among the products, the best Vaseline substitute is banana. You need to take a couple of bananas and grind them with a blender, gradually adding water. The mixture should be quite liquid, but slippery to the touch (due to banana juice). It turns out something like a sweet gel.

By the way, you can add a couple of drops of aloe vera or chamomile essential oil to your homemade intimate lubricant. Then this lubricant will also be prophylactic (against various inflammatory processes). Let us repeat once again - before using any ingredient, make sure that you are not allergic to it.

To prevent many diseases of the intimate organs, you can make a lubricant from flax.

Fourth recipe: linseed grease

You can make a very useful remedy used to prevent many diseases of the intimate organs. Since it has a gel consistency, it can be used instead of Vaseline lubricant. Lubrication is done as follows: 1 tbsp. Pour a spoonful of flax seeds into 50 ml of hot water. Leave for a couple of hours until thickened. That’s it – natural intimate lubricant is ready for use.

Do not use!

Often, if a man and woman do not want to buy a special intimate lubricant, they buy regular Vaseline and use only that during sex. This is justified by the fact that many factory-made lubricants are made based on this product. But in fact, pure Vaseline is completely unsuitable for intimate use. In concentrated form, it can destroy the microflora of a woman’s vagina, which will cause many problems. It is better to use liquid Vaseline soap (for example, baby soap), which is sold at the pharmacy. According to the instructions, it is suitable for intimate use.
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Another product that is often used instead of intimate lubricant is baby cream. It has a high-quality composition and moisturizes well. However, it is better not to use it in sex. Baby creams are based on fatty components that do not dissolve on their own. When used externally, it is not scary - the residue is washed off with water or washed on clothes. But after contact with the mucous membranes of the genital organs, the fatty residues of creams are difficult to remove and can become a breeding ground for bacteria.

A couple more tips

Finally, we recommend that you listen to the following tips:

After using a homemade intimate lubricant, it is very important to wash thoroughly to remove any remaining product from the genitals.
If suddenly, after using a homemade lubricant, a man or woman feels discomfort that does not go away after taking a bath, then you need to put aside the embarrassment and consult a doctor.
Natural lubricants do not need to be used frequently. It’s like with food - at first there may not be an allergy, but if consumed excessively, the body can rebel.
If a woman has serious problems with natural lubrication, then it is better to consult a doctor instead of using artificial lubricants. Such a symptom may be a sign of some disease.

We hope our tips are useful to you. Be careful and use products that you know are safe!