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Different Types of Lubes And Their Advantages

Author :- TickleLife Editorial Team June 29, 2021, 5:51 p.m.
Different Types of Lubes And Their Advantages

Lubricants or lubes are one of the many ways to improve and make your sex life better. According to a study by Indiana University, 70 per cent of surveyed women preferred lube as they believe in lube for more enjoyable and pleasurable sex. Be it a problem of dryness or arousal, lube is your one-stop solution for all.

In 2020, the value of the global lubricants market size was USD 125.81 billion. The market for lubes will grow bigger and better in the coming years. The most important thing is choosing a suitable lube. Since the pH level of a healthy vagina is 3.5 to 4.5, the lube should have the same level.

Different Type of Lube

1. Water-based lube

Water lube is suitable for every kind of sexual activity. It lessens the chance of condom breakage, so it is safer to use with a condom. Water lube is the type of lube that maintains the pH level of the vagina. You don't have to worry about your skin as water lube doesn't affect your skin. This lube is easy to wash and clean.

2. Silicon-based lube

Silicon-based lube lasts longer, but this type of lube is not advisable to use with sex toys. It worsens the surface of toys. It goes better with condoms than toys. Click here to find out more on Silicone-based lubes.

3. Oil-based lube

If you and your partner want to have an intimate massage time, oil-based lube is your best friend. This kind of lube is not the best fit while using a latex condom. It can reduce the chances of safe sex as it can result in the breaking of condoms.

4. Natural lube

Natural lube is a savior for those with sensitive skin. Natural lubricants consist of different kinds of oil and gel. Here are some of the natural lubes that you can consider:

  • Coconut oil is the most commonly used natural lubricant. A 2014 study found that coconut oil has been proved clinically for effective and safer use as a moisturizer.
  • Olive oil is another kind of natural lubricant. It is suitable for safe sex, but it is not ideal to use condoms or latex sex toys.
  • Aloe vera is preferred to protect skin from any irritation. This natural lubricant is the perfect option for those with sensitive skin or genitals. 
  • Avocado and vitamin E are some other options for natural lube.

Advantages of using lube during any sexual activity

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1.Lubes do not differentiate

Anyone can use lube irrespective of sexuality, gender, or age. You can use it during masturbation also with sex toys. Lube is not solely for post-menopausal women it can help to make the sexual experience of young people more pleasurable as well. 

2. Lubes intensify pleasure

Lube gives pleasure a new definition. You can use lube at any time during sex. Along with delaying ejaculation, it provides a cooling or warming effect.

3. Lubes prevent dryness 

There are times when the vagina does not lubricate itself. This dryness can happen due to menopause, medication, or menstrual cycle. 

Many allergy medicines function by shrinking blood vessels which reduces the genital blood flow. This genital blood flow helps in getting wet. Lube can help to overcome this problem of dryness.

Dryness can be a problem for women during menopause. But, lube brings back that smoothness and helps to create an exotic intimate time.

4. Lubes help in better understanding of sexual needs

Since lubes can be used during masturbation, you can experiment the way you want. These experiments will help to figure out what you like during masturbation. You can know if you prefer warming or tingling effect lubricants.

5. Lubes make anal sex more fun

Lube plays a critical role in making anal sex successful and pleasurable. Unlike the vagina, the anus does not lubricate itself. Hence, making lubrication necessary for anal play or anal sex. 

6. Lubes help in safer sex

Since the use of lube reduces friction, the chances of getting hurt also decreases. If used with a condom then there are minimal chances of the condom falling or breaking.

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