A sexual process in every human being is natural and pleasurable. Romantic sex with your loved one could be pleasurable or enjoyable. But what if there is no feeling of comfort while having sex. Sometimes, vaginal or anal sex can make you feel uncomfortable and can cause irritation and pain inside the vagina due to friction and dryness. Hence, the use of sex lubricants is always the best option against such feelings of discomfort. There are also many other advantages of the use of lubes with a latex condom. Some people use extra lubes while having sex just because they like it feels.
What is Sex Lubricant?
Sex lubricant is a gel or liquid which keeps your vagina, vulva, and anal area wetter or softer. During sex, the vagina may become dry and sex lubricant can make the vagina softer. After the age of 40, some women suffer from vaginal discomfort, vaginal dryness may also occur when a woman is breastfeeding, undergoing chemotherapy, or when she has been treated for breast cancer.
In such circumstances, a lubricant can help a lot. Lubricants can also be applied to a man’s penis or sex toy or over a woman’s vagina to make them more slippery. Lubes are used over things to make them more slippery and also used for long-lasting pleasure while having sex. Especially the touch of lube helps a woman to increase her pleasure which also could result in squirting.
Water-based Lubricant Vs. Oil-based Lubricant Vs. Silicone-based Lubricants:
Vaseline and baby oil are never designed to enhance sexual pleasure or for sexual use. Also, the foods which are safe to eat are not safe to use while having sex. Hence, a water-based lubricant is always safe for sexual use. Sexual Lubricants are specially designed to enhance pleasure and allow you to pamper your extended play with your partner. Use of Cupid Extra time Condom with Cupid Water-based lubricant jelly serves always the best option for you. Water-based lubricants are 100% safe, pH balanced to a vagina, & completely skin-safe. However, we always recommend you to choose that lubricant which is suitable for you.
Water-based Sex Lubricant
This lube is the most useful and beneficial as compared to other types of sex lubricant. It is a clear, transparent, viscous gel recommended to be applied externally on genitals for better lubrication and to reduce friction between genitals and increase pleasure during sexual intercourse.
Water-based lubricants are more beneficial when compared with oil and silicone-based lubricants. Because water-based lubricants contain water, so that they can be easily cleaned and cared for using plain water and a little glycerin as they feel wet and natural and reduce friction without leaving behind an oily or slippery coating on the skin. Water-based lubricants may available in various flavors or non-flavored lubes are also available. It spreads readily, adheres well, harmless to human tissue, and does not damages rubber appliances.
Water-based lubricants are generally inexpensive and easy to find. For sensitive skin doctors also recommend water-based sex lubricant. These are non-greasy, non-staining, clear transparent, and water-soluble. Many water-based lubricants contain glycerin and most of us have no problem using glycerin lubes. But, if you are vulnerable to yeast infection do not use lubes that contain glycerin.
Oil-based Sex Lubricant
The oil-based lubricant also gives great long-lasting pleasure. They are also useful for your skin. They moisturize skin and enhance the comfort of your sexual play.
Oil-based sex lubricant makes penetration easier. The denser consistency of oil-based lubricants makes them best and safe for play. They can also be used for water play.
However, you have to remember that oil-based lubricants are not suitable for use with latex condoms. They may weaken Latex condoms making condoms
more likely to break. This increases more chance of getting STIs and unplanned pregnancies.
Silicon-based Sex Lubricant
The important feature of silicon-based lubricant is it lasts longer than any other type of lubes. However, they cannot be cleaned easily and can irritate genitalia if they are not cleaned immediately after sex. It is recommended that not to use these lubes on silicone toys because they will damage the surface.
Silicon lubes suitable for sensitive skin and safe to use with latex condoms. It is perfect for long-lasting sexual play. They are safe for anal sex too. As they relax the anus because of their long-lasting qualities and thickness in touch. These sex lubes are taste-free and odorless, water-free, non-greasy as that oil-based one. Caution may contain glycerin and glycerin may harm you if you have a yeast infection. Some silicon lubricated latex condom reduces friction and irritation.
Spermicidal Sex Lubricant
Some condoms are to be advertised as being spermicidal lubricated. A spermicide is a chemical substance i.e. nonoxynol-9 or N-9. Some research has shown that female monkey has protected against HIV virus while using N-9 spermicidal lubricant.
Some risks and threats while using a condom without lubricant
Using a condom without lubricant may cause breakage because of increased friction. The increased friction can also cause pain and irritation over the genital.
While having anal sex, using a condom without any sex lubricant may not only be painful but also can be dangerous. It may cause breakage of condoms from all sides which can result in the transmission of STIs.
If we purchase a non-lubricated condom and add some oil-lubricant to it, then while having sex it may cause breakage.
Advantages of Sex Lubes
- Lube increases a men’s & woman’s sense of pleasure during sexual play.
- These are useful especially when women are suffering from vaginal dryness.
- While having oral sex, some flavored or non-flavored lubes does not cause any harm.
- Lube does not act as spermicide but it slows down the sperm.
- If we add some extra lube to the pre-lubricated condom, it helps to reduce condom breakage due to the extra lubrication.
- You can use lubes to make safer sex, increase comfort and pleasure.
- Lube makes a woman’s vagina wetter, reduces friction and irritation.
Ways to choose Sex Lubes
- For sensitive skin, you must choose water-based lube.
- A water-based lube enhances your play by warming, tingling, and adding a little zing. Some people enjoy the feel of lube; they can choose a similar one.
- Flavored lubes can add a particular tastiness to the sexual play. Water-based lubes also come in many flavors. If one loves the flavored kind of stuff may choose the flavored lube.
- Some lubes also come in sachet form they are also called pillow packs.
- A lubricant sachet comes in travel-sized packets which are compact, convenient, and can carry everywhere.
- If you are trying lubes for the first time, buy small amounts and try them for a while. You can choose lubes which suit both of you and your partner.
