An all purpose lube for sex and body massage needs is the best option, this means you only need buy one product and silicone lube is the best for this. You only need use a very small amount and this actually goes a very long way, it is also good for preventing friction and is a non-irritant product.
While water based lubes are also good, any lube with glycerin, oil or any added flavors and sugars is not a great idea. The vagina is able to lubricate itself although often not enough to prevent friction, irritation and even small tears and silicone lube helps. It is also good for anal sex practices and for use with condoms.
Nonoxynol-9 is a powerful spermicide and it is also highly corrosive, so if you a planning to use a lube with a condom, any product contain this is a bad idea. It is very corrosive and damages latex condoms, which can also increase the risks of contracting HIV. If you are using a lube which contains Nonoxynol-9 and you have orals sex, you will also know all about it.
Silicone Lube Last longer Than Water Based
As you only use very little silicone lube, it lasts a long time and stays slippery. This makes it perfect for vaginal and other massage. It will stain fabrics however, so take care when using it is you are clothed.
You will find that the most high quality lubes are silicone or water based, anything with oil, glycerin, added sugars of flavors can cause irritation and have even been known to promote bladder and yeast infections if the user is prone to these.
If a silicone lube is going to be used on a silicone sex toys – take care. Simply slip a condom onto the sex toy and this will protect it. In fact, if you use sex toys, it is a good idea to use a condom anyway as it makes clean up easier, the toys last longer and it discourages bacterial infections.
