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How to Choose a Lubricant for Sex

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When you choose the right personal lubricant, it can greatly enhance your sexual experience. With all the products on the market, you need some sound advice. Here are a few tips to help you pick a good lubricant and improve your personal pleasure time.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions
  1. Step 1

    Select water-based lubricants for convenience and reasonable price. Water-based types are easily washed away, but may dry out quickly and can get sticky.Lubricants with glycerin may cause yeast infections, so look for glycerin free formulas if it's a concern. Water-based types can safely be used with latex condoms.

  2. Step 2

    Choose a vaginal moisturizer if dryness is a constant issue. Some experience dryness for reasons such as post-pregnancy. These moisturizers do not need to be applied right before sex but can be applied at any time.

  3. Step 3

    Opt for a silicon lubricant that is unlikely to cause irritation and stays put even after bathing. Be cautious with your linens since this type is likely to stain sheets.

  4. Step 4

    Consider an oil-based lubricants. This formula stays moist longer than most other types. This type should not be used with latex condoms since it will break them down. Oil-based types are harder to wash off and may promote infection.

  5. Step 5

    Grab free samples on the Internet or small sample sizes at local stores. Try different types out during sex to help you choose the right one for you and your partner.

Tips & Warnings
  • Water-based lubricants are also available in with warming sensations as an option.
  • If you are prone to allergies or infections or are trying to conceive, you should check with your doctor on suggested types.
  • Never use household items, like butter or oil, as lubricants for sex.
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