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Lubricants & Lube Alternatives
From cooking oils to premade store-bought brands, there are a wide variety of lubricants on the market. Dr. Dickinson recommends three most often:
Coconut oil
Silicone-based lube
Water-based lube
Coconut Oil as Lube
First up: coconut oil. For those who feel embarrassed at the thought of buying lubricant, Dr. Dickinson says this is a good lube alternative and the easiest to purchase discretely — i.e. you won’t have to worry about running into your neighbor in the checkout line with this one.
“It lasts the longest and creates less mess than other types of cooking oils — like olive oil,” she says. “But it can still stain your bed sheets.”
Dr. Dickinson says coconut oil also acts as a natural antimicrobial and antifungal but using too much at once can lead to infections such as bacterial vaginosis or yeast. Another word of advice, it’s best to avoid coconut oil-based lubricants when using condoms because they can degrade the latex causing questionable protection.
Silicone-based Lube
A second type to consider for extra lubrication are silicone-based products.
“These are good lubricants for people with sensitivities, because they’re hypoallergenic. In addition, silicone-based are safe lubes for condoms. However, use caution when integrating silicone-based lube with sex toys in the bedroom. They can degrade other silicone products. As the silicone toy degrades, it can easily harbor bacteria and lead to infection,” Dr. Dickinson says.
Water-based Lube
Dr. Dickinson’s least favorite lubricant to recommend are those that are water-based.
“They last the shortest amount of time and can cause discomfort if they dry up,” she says.
However, water-based lubricants are safe to use with condoms and sex toys. K-Y, the popular store-bought brand, is an example of a premade lubricant that comes in many varieties with most being water-based.
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