A great place to test is on the inside of your elbow. Keep in mind that you know your body best, and it might take some experimenting before you find a natural lube that’s right for you. There are plenty of options, for sure. Household Items You May Not Consider at First Oil-based lubricants are slippery and long-lasting, which is why sex experts like them. Coconut oil-based lubes especially have become popular in recent years. However, “oil-based lubes cannot be used with polyisoprene or latex condoms, as the lube can cause them to weaken and break,” says Mason. We do recommend using condoms for any kind of sex, so ensure that you find a compatible option (like lambskin, nitrile, or polyurethane condoms) should you opt for an oil-based lube. What to look for when shopping for anal lube The most common petroleum-based lubes are petroleum jelly, baby oil, and mineral oil. Formed from complex hydrocarbons (at least 25 carbons per molecule) during the oil refinement, they may be solid or liquid at room temperature. Petroleum jelly melts just slightly above body temperature. 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. Before you use homemade lube, you should have a conversation with your partner about your health–your sexual health, and your health in general. For example, you should discuss your STI statuses, what type of methods you use for birth control, and if you’re allergic to anything that could potentially be in your lube. Using homemade lubricant is something you both should be willing to experiment with. Always discuss things beforehand to know about the risks and possibilities.

J-Lube, in a sense, takes its cues on how it functions directly from nature. What’s one lubricant naturally made by the human body? Mucus, also affectionally called “snot.” Which, by the way, is basically a bunch of cells (which aren’t all that unlike the polymer in J-Lube) suspended in water. There are some salts in there as well, but that’s sort of beside the point for the moment. The main thing is, it’s a mixture very similar to J-Lube in how it functions, which is one of the reasons why J-Lube does its job so well. It mimics the same lubricants that a human body produces, which are designed to make the body slippery. Lipids have the ability to weaken condoms and gloves, and they can deteriorate certain toys. The frequency of glove changes, the pace of play, and the unique movements of fisting play make disintegration unlikely. Did you know that it’s possible for you to make your own natural lube at home? There are a few household products you’re likely to have in your closet or in your pantry that are great, natural alternatives to store-bought lubricant . Not only are oil-based lubes great for sex, but they can also be used for massage time - so you’re basically getting a two for one. But, the downside comes if you’re using a latex condom. This type of lube increases the chances of a ripped or torn condom, defeating the condom’s purpose. Silicone-based lubricant Chances are that you have a bottle of aloe vera that’s been sitting for months by your bedside, or you’re keeping it in the closet for the summertime, so you can soothe your bad sunburns. Most everybody has some aloe vera somewhere around, and did you know that it has a lot of other uses besides alleviating redness and providing a cooling sensation?Wash, in hot water, the mixing container, the measuring spoons, the stirring implement, and the bottle in which you will eventually store the mixed J-Lube. Rinse them thoroughly afterwards, especially if you used soap. Once they are clean and residue-free, sterilize them all with whatever you have chosen as a sterilizing agent. Rinse them again afterwards with clean water to wash away any remaining sterilizing agent (especially important if you used something that could leave a residue behind). Make certain that the measuring spoons are completely dry before you use them; everything else can be slightly damp. It is best to avoid drying things with a towel if at all possible as towels have lint on them. Clean up is easiest by hyper saturation (pressure washing with excessive amounts of water). Hair conditioner or table-salt can break the cellulose bonds and 'cut' the lube. Marketing, Cost and Availability Sheets, towels and pillows can be permanently stained by these lubes. Marketing, Cost and Availability

Frozen Crisco balls are another delivery method, primarily useful in lubricating the upper fist chute. If Crisco is your lube of choice, then this should be in your playbook. Coat the balls with J-lube® (either powder or liquid) for easier movement through the rectum and second ring. Depth Evaluations There are several lubricants specifically made for intercourse, masturbation, and other types of sexual activity. They include: Water-based lubricants In addition, Vaseline states that it is for external use only, so it is likely not suitable for penetrative or oral intercourse.Clean-up usually requires dish soap designed to cut grease. Keep a bottle of Dawn® inside your shower and near your sink. Reed, B. D., et al. (2003). Candida transmission and sexual behaviors as risks for a repeat episode of candida vulvovaginitis. As saliva plays a part in oral sex, some people may assume it would be a good lube alternative. However, this could trigger an infection, while there is a risk that someone could pass or receive a sexually transmitted infection. 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. Per ounce (or milliliter), these lubes are the relatively cheap. A teaspoon of Fist Powder® and K-lube® can make sufficient lube for a fisting session, a couple tablespoons of J-lube® does the same thing. Hybrids