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Usually, however, when someone asks this Q, they’re speaking specifically about penetrative sex, says Deysach. Meaning, penis-in-vagina or penis-in-anus sex.

The gels and creams you are referring to are desensitizing lubricants. They contain a mild anesthetic (7.5 percent benzocaine) that causes a temporary numbing sensation after being applied to the skin. The purpose of this desensitization is to help men to keep their erections and to postpone or prevent premature ejaculation (a.k.a., to last longer). However, since the penis has less sensation, sexual pleasure for some men could be reduced. Plus, if a condom is not worn when using these products, the gel or cream can rub off onto the other partner's vulva, anus, or mouth, diminishing sensation and pleasure for that person as well. And no, if a latex condom is worn when using desensitizing lubes, it won't disintegrate since they're water-soluble (not oil-based). National Center for Biotechnology Information (2022). PubChem Compound Summary for CID 2337, Benzocaine.

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Your partners might think that your sex has been lasting the perfect amount of time,” says sex educator Searah Deysach, owner of Early to Bed, a pleasure-product company in Chicago that ships worldwide. For men living with premature ejaculation (PE) it can increase the time between gaining an erection and ejaculating. A word of warning: natural oils (like coconut oil) and oil-based lubes may have the right consistency, but they can erode latex, which is why Sinclair says to avoid using coconut oil or almond oil when using condoms. If you're using sex toys, she also suggests avoiding silicone-based lubes with sex toys. "Using silicone lube on a silicone sex toy can cause bending, warping, and the ruin of a toy," says Sinclair "Use a high-quality, water-based lubricant instead." Medical News Today has strict sourcing guidelines and draws only from peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical journals and associations. We avoid using tertiary references. We link primary sources — including studies, scientific references, and statistics — within each article and also list them in the resources section at the bottom of our articles. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. And along with one of these top-rated anal lubes, Matatas also suggests investing in a good lube applicator or lube shooter. "They help you get lube deeper into the rectum, which is great for making sure you're not just applying lube to the first couple of inches of the rectum if you're penetrating past that," she says. Finn agrees, pointing out that with lube shooters, "you don’t have to worry about more lube getting on your hands or sheets than where you actually want it to go."

Flavored lube: To make oral sex taste better, you might enjoy something with flavor. These typically water-based lubricants are A-OK for penetrative sex, but the additives may make you more susceptible to vaginal infections. What to look for in a good lube before you plan on having sex, apply a small, pea-sized amount of EMLA cream to the underside of the penis near the frenulum (commonly known as the ‘banjo string’). Silicone lubricants can have longer staying power and may not require less reapplication like water-based products. However, if you’re using silicone sex toys a silicone lube can damage the toy. Oil-based lubricants like baby oil, petroleum jelly or products containing mineral oil can damage latex condoms and lessen their effectiveness in the prevention of STDs or pregnancy. Yes, we still have to worry about STDs even if we are past the pregnancy years. Try Multiple Lubes Here's how to use a lube, says Dr. Streicher: “The time to apply lubricant is before you attempt intercourse. You squeeze it on your fingers, and if there’s a penis involved, you apply it liberally to the penis, and to the opening of the vagina [or anus].” It’s important to warm the lube first, she adds: “If you put cold lube on an erection, he might lose it.” Numbing agents or additives marketed to make you ‘tingle’ are potentially problematic. If you experience vaginal sensitivity a numbing agent, which might seem logical, could cause more damage because you can’t feel any pain and therefore don’t know that the activity will result in discomfort.

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A 2017 review indicates that benzocaine and lidocaine help desensitize penile nerves to delay ejaculation.

This oil-based lube is made with coconut oil and organic silicone, so it will last a ridiculously long time without reapplication. Because it's oil-based, it's not suitable for use with latex or polyisoprene condoms, but you can use it with your silicone-based toys, which is a major win. Also important: There's also a water-based spin-off formula if you dig the idea but want something usable with latex condoms. Another study published in 2020 reports that topical agents increase the time a person can have sexual intercourse before ejaculating. However, the study notes that there is still limited data on topical agents’ effectiveness. THE REVIEW: As one person writes, "By far the best anal lube we’ve used to date. Water-based yet still viscous enough to use for longer running anal play. A little goes a long way."EMLA cream contains the active ingredients prilocaine and lidocaine, which are local anaesthetics. This means that the cream reduces sensitivity in the area to which it's applied. Reduced sensitivity at the tip of the penis can delay ejaculation for some men. How effective is EMLA? Dinsmore, W. W., &Wyllie, M. G. (2009).PSD502 improves ejaculatory latency, control and sexual satisfaction when applied topically 5 min before intercourse in men with premature ejaculation: Results of a phase III, multicentre, double‐blind, placebo‐controlled study. The amount of time the effects of a delay spray last may vary from person to person. Most companies that manufacture these sprays say the effects last from 20 to 30 minutes and possibly longer with continuous use. Are premature ejaculation delay sprays safe? BEFORE USING THE SPRAY: Do not use the spray if you or your partner are allergic (sensitive) to local anaesthetics or any of the other ingredients listed. Do not use on broken or inflamed skin. Do not use if your partner is pregnant. If you have, or have had, liver or kidney problems ask your doctor before using the spray.

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. Siroosbakht, S., et al. (2019). Which of available selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) is more effective in treatment of premature ejaculation? A randomized clinical trial.

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That said, older research found that P-in-V sex lasting 3 to 7 minutes was considered adequate, while 7 to 13 minutes was considered desirable. (Though, it’s worth noting that many study participants reported that anything over 10 minutes was considered “too long”). We apply lotion to our faces and hands, go to the gym, and eat healthy foods. But we rarely think about exercise for pelvic floor muscles (which help with bladder control and elasticity of tissues in the region). One option that a person may consider is using a premature ejaculation spray. These typically work by applying a local anesthetic to the penis so that a person experiences the sensations of foreplay and intercourse less intensely. There are also desensitizing sprays and wipes (more on those below). Plus, plenty of sexual activities don’t require a hard penis.