The Best Lubes For Sex

When we have sex, our bodies produce a lubricant that facilitates smooth movement. This is done by removing the friction between the dick and the pussy walls, and that is how we have fantastic sex.

However, unfortunately, our bodies do not produce enough amount of lubrication on a lot of occasions.

And, it is on these occasions that we realize the need for an artificial lubricant. An artificial lubricant is a compound of specific natural and synthetic polymers and enzymes that is efficient enough to reduce friction to a greater extent than natural lubricants.

Read Why Everyone Needs Lube? and How To Use Lube During Sex.

There are two popular types of lubricants available in the market: water-based lubes and oil-based lubes.

Both types of lubes are readily available and perform the same thing.

However, there are a few key differences that are important to know before you pick a lubricant. Let’s talk about them before we move to recommendations.

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Water-Based Lubricants

These lube use water as the base, on top of which other soluble components of the lube are added. The water-based lubes are safe to be used with latex condoms, and they are easy to apply and remove.

However, these lubes tend to evaporate quickly. Hence, one may have to reapply water-based lubricants frequently. Plus, these lubes are not meant to be used in specific scenarios, like while having sex in the shower (or as a matter of fact, any situation that involves water).

If you are allergic to glycerin, you might want to avoid these.

Oil-Based Lubricants

These are equally efficient, and in specific scenarios, like the ones that involve water, oil-based lubes are even better.

This lube provides a natural way to moisturize the skin, and last longer than their watery counterparts. However, the problem with oil-based lubricants is that they tend to leave stains on your clothes and sheets, whatever comes in contact with the lube.

Also, some women are allergic to the oils. So, you might want to check out with your partner before you proceed.

What are the best lubes for sex?

So, we tried the following ones:

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Lovehoney Enjoy Water-Based Lubricant

$18.99 from Lovehoney

Lovehoney Enjoy is a water-based lubricant that has been a best seller in many countries.

This lube comes in a pump bottle, which ensures that you can take out the exact amount of lube as you want. It can be used with latex condoms and polyurethane condoms.

This lube is our best pick!

Long-lasting.
Large bottle.

Sliquid H2O Original Water-Based Lubricant

$12.99 from Lovehoney

Sliquid H2O uses plant extract as a thickening agent, making the product a little safer for use as compared to competitors.

The formula has been developed to behave like natural lubricant produced by the body. It is safe to use with latex condoms and several sex toys.

The lubricant does not contain glycerin, and hence can be used by couples suffering from glycerin intolerance.

Vegan.
A great choice for expectant Mothers.

Doc Johnson Good Head Flavored Lubricant

$13.99 from Lovehoney

Doc Johnson is one of the few tasty lubricants that enhance the pleasure of oral sex. The lube comes in 5 fruity flavors, and each of them is equally efficient.

The lube is sold in small bottles, making it perfect for travel, and slipping in restaurants and pubs (start imagining).

The lube can be applied to either partner and savored by the other partner.

Travel-sized.
Perfect for use with toys and condoms.

Only 28ml in one small bottle.

ID Frutopia Natural Mango Passion Flavored Lube

$9.99 from Lovehoney

This one is infused with an alphonso mango. It is interesting, smells great, and tastes even better.

The Frutopia by ID is one of the few edible lubes that we love to use and recommend to our readers. If you like mangoes, and looking for a way to enhance your oral pleasure, this is the one that you need.

This is our budget pick.

Edible, contains no sugars or artificial coloring
Safe for people with nut allergies.
Goes well with all kinds of toys.

Sliquid Organics Natural Silk Hybrid Lubricant

$14.99 from Lovehoney

Natural Silk is a lube that is known for its velvety feel.

This is because of the composition of the lube that involves botanically fusing natural ingredients with water-based soluble.

The lube is perfect for ladies with sensitive skin. Plus, the lube is loaded with silicone additives that make it last longer.

The oil is naturally moisturizing and contains vitamin E. While the composition is interesting, but the lube is not suitable to use with latex condoms or sex toys.