Second, cleaning a blender is a pain. It’s even worse when it’s gunked up with slime. Even if you soak the blades in salt, they’re still a pain to clean. Cleaning a bowl and a stirring implement is far easier and less time-consuming. So, you either realize you’re out of lube and are a little desperate, or you’d like to explore some natural alternatives to KY Jelly. Don’t panic – there are a lot of options! If you rummage around your closet, pantry, and fridge, you’re likely to find some items you can use as lube. If you’re someone who can’t be bothered to keep reapplying when you get going, then an oil-based lube is the gift that keeps on giving. Unfortunately, since it is silicone-based, it isn’t compatible with silicone sex toys; it can cause them to deteriorate over time. If that’s a dealbreaker for you, we recommend our best water-based lube, LOLA’s Personal Lubricant. LOLA’s Personal Lubricant is a relatively affordably priced option that is free from potentially harmful ingredients like parabens, glycerin, and fragrances. LOLA considers it to be hypoallergenic, meaning the risk of an allergic reaction is low compared to other similar products (however, it’s worth noting that the FDA doesn’t really regulate these claims).

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 It’s also a good idea to always complete a skin patch test before you use your DIY lube on your genitals. What this means is that you’ll test out your homemade lube on a different area of your body, such as your wrist or arm, to make sure you’re not going to have any type of reaction, allergic or otherwise. After all, an adverse reaction can really ruin the romantic mood–and you don’t want to end up getting an infection or irritating your skin.

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Not only does it feel great, but lube also helps to prevent injury, tearing or discomfort during sex or masturbation. Which lube is best for me? Shake some of the powder into your hands and run your hands under a stream of water. And there you have it you are lubricated. A few things to keep in mind; for one, if you apply the powder directly to your skin before wetting it, it is significantly harder to wash off. Aloe vera has many antibacterial properties, which means that it can help you deal with other types of wounds on your skin. Plus, it can even ease the symptoms of conditions such as psoriasis and burns. 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.

Some lotions and soaps contain perfumes and preservatives, such as parabens. These can irritate the genitals and lead to infection. And most importantly: oil-based items and recipes for homemade lube are not compatible with condoms, because the properties in oil can break down latex.Throw on your bathing suits, folks, because we're going down the slip-n-slide to find the best anal lube for you. Going into anal sex without a lubricant is like going through your day without coffee: painful and almost always unsuccessful. On a more serious note, “using lube for anal play is crucial,” Jenn Mason, founder and owner of WinkWink, a Washington-based, women-owned sex shop, tells SELF. We spoke with experts to understand what to look for when shopping for anal lubes and why it’s beneficial for anal sex. Why should you use anal lube? If using a cream or lotion hybrid (see below), be aware of all product ingredients and any product warnings. Some items may burn the tissues inside the colon.

Glycerin - This edible substance is used for both cooking and industrial applications. When applied to human skin, it is theorized that glycerin draws water to the surface of the skin from inside the body, while also drawing water to the skin from the air. In chemistry, glycerin is officially known as a sugar alcohol. Pure glycerin should not be applied directly to the skin. However, people should avoid using silicone-based lubricants with sex toys, as they may damage silicone products. Oil-based lubricants

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Although there is no scientific research that examines its use as a lubricant, yogurt has proven therapeutic properties for treating vaginal thrush. Olive oil If you’re concerned about spreading diseases or getting pregnant, do not use oil-based lube. Oil is a great option for masturbation, just not for intercourse. Oil: Coconut, avocado and sunflower oils can be used, or they can be synthetic, like Vaseline. They are not recommended for use with a condom and can cause irritation. Like lipid-based lubes, petroleum lubes are hydrophobic and insoluble in water. They decrease friction by coating the hand/arm and fist chute with molecules that slide over/past one another. Safety and Sanitation In addition, Vaseline states that it is for external use only, so it is likely not suitable for penetrative or oral intercourse.

Glycerin-based lubes are typically marketed as water-based lubes. Look in the 'Health and Body' or 'Personal Care' sections—you can locate the lubes there alongside condoms. Pricing is minimal. Hybrids 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?

Other than farmers and veterinarians? It is also used by special effects artists to produce slime for movies and television shows and by people who enjoy fisting. J-Lube adheres to the skin well, is extremely slippery, can be made in copious amounts, and really works well. I’m not into fisting, so I can’t say for sure, but I like it because it’s slippery goo which I am into. Guess I never grew out of the whole childhood fascination with glop and slime. For many people, the idea of putting egg whites anywhere on their body rather than eating them can be a little bit terrifying–especially for vegans. In addition, if there’s a risk of salmonella from raw eggs, is there any type of risk from using raw eggs for lube? If the idea of rubbing eggs on yourself scares you, unfortunately using this ingredient for lube doesn’t offer much in the way of comfort. According to the experts we spoke to, silicone-based lube is an excellent choice for anal sex and hand jobs because it’s longer-lasting than water-based and less absorbent (requiring fewer reapplications). Crucially, however, this kind of lube should never be used with silicone sex toys or condoms because it can degrade their material. Over my years of playing, I have found salt to be too inconvenient to have around. Especially if I’m washing up in the shower. I have played with a few different soaps to see what cleans J-Lube off the fastest, and have I found that the fastest cleaners are also the ones you’d least want to use on your intimate bits. Case and point, the fastest cleaner I have found is a highly abrasive hand cleaner used for washing up after working with greasy machinery. This, of course, would be extremely painful to use on your sensitive parts, but for cleaning just your hands, it’s the best. In the search for the ideal middle ground, I have (comfortably) settled on Doctor Bronner’s Magic Soaps in the liquid form. It never seems to take any more than two good soapy passes to get all the slime off. Just pour the liquid soap into your hands and wash up the affected parts. Don’t use a washcloth or anything like that until after you’ve used your hands to get the lubricant off. The soap doesn’t leave any oily residue, so you’ll know exactly when the lube is gone. Salt does clean up faster, but it’s inconvenient and it will rapidly draw your attention to any small cuts on the surface of your skin.