In addition, oil-based lubes can trap bacteria and cause infections, which is no fun for anyone. Water- or silicone-based lubes are safe to use with condoms. They also reduce the chance that the condom will break during sex. However, silicone-based lube can destroy silicone sex toys, so be careful and use water-based lubes with toys.
Very few items marketed as sexual lubricants are oil-based. Most will be clearly marked as either silicone- or water-based. You can get lube at most drug stores, online and for free at many community health clinics, including the Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center.
Polyurethane condoms, however, are totally safe to use with oil-based lubes. Topics range from nutrition to pregnancy prevention, and everything in between.
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Now it's time to choose your C Ordering the morning after pill? Naked Truths. Every person is different. People who are breastfeeding, who are taking medications including antihistamines and antidepressants , breast cancer survivors, and people with Sjogren's syndrome may also often experience vaginal dryness 2.
In these situations, a lubricant can be helpful. There are many fluids that your body produces that can act as lubrication, many of which depend on where you are in your cycle:. Menstrual blood can be used as a lubricant for masturbation or sex at the beginning of your cycle. Cervical fluid , particularly around the time of ovulation , will provide you with a slipperier glide just remember that having unprotected heterosexual sex around the time of ovulation has the greatest chance of pregnancy.
Vaginal and arousal fluid is available to you all month to help moisten and lubricate your vagina. Be sure to make enough time for foreplay to allow your arousal pathway to produce enough fluids.
Saliva can also be used as a lubricant. Using your own saliva to masturbate may actually be protective against the development of vulvovaginal candida 3. Researchers think this could be due to some of the protective bacteria and antifungal properties found in saliva, plus a lack of immune response against your own fluids.
In comparison, receiving cunnilingus oral sex on the vulva may actually increase your chances of getting a candida infection 3. Water-based lube is your safest bet to start with. It can be used for all of your sexual needs: penetrative sex, masturbation, and sex toy play. Water-based lubes are also ideal for people with sensitive skin or vaginal irritation, and can be used with condoms and sex toys 4. Water-based lubes do have some downsides though.
Also, water-based lubes tend to get sticky and require frequent re-application. So if you are planning to have marathon sex, might we suggest another type of lubrication?
Silicone-based lube is slippery, long lasting, and is ideal for a longer session 4. It requires less lube be applied, and needs reapplication less often. The catch is that silicone-based lubes are a bit more tedious to wash off, as you will need soap and water to clean up afterward. Sometimes silicone-based lubes may also stain sheets. Word of caution: never spill a bottle of silicone-based lube on your hardwood floors—it will stain and leave your floor slightly slippery for months.
Silicone-based lubricants should not be used with silicone-based sex toys, as they can break down the rubber over time. Oil-based lube also provides a slippery feel that lasts longer than water-based lube. These lubes are ideal for masturbation hands or toys , penetrative unprotected sex, and water-play. Oil-based lubes can also be used for a sensual massage.
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