Lubricants And Gels

During sex, lubrication is naturally produced by a woman’s vagina to help make a pleasurable sexual experience. As the woman is aroused, her body produces it naturally. If this natural lubrication is not adequate, artificial lubrication using sex lubes can be used instead. With this added lubrication, sex will become more comfortable and pleasurable for both partners.

Vaginal lubricants are used for sex to intensify the pleasure and lessen the friction. Although many believe that these are used to counteract vaginal dryness in postmenopausal women only, they are also being used by men and women of all ages.

Vaginal dryness is a condition that can happen to women at any age. It is caused by an imbalance in hormones and using lube will help relieve this. It can also be due to stress, anxiety or certain treatments. It is usually not a chronic condition, more like a one-off issue. Lubricants are not only beneficial to women, they can be used by men too. Men who have erectile dysfunction can also utilise the lube to feel more pleasure and keep the erection last longer.

Using a lubricant is not only for fixing certain problems though. Many healthy couples use lubricants for an intensified pleasure during sex, especially because women need more stimulation compared to men. The added moisture can make women feel better and protect the delicate skin of the men’s genitals, enhancing pleasure.

When selecting a lubricant, you have to consider the various types. Some people use other products not originally intended for sexual activities like Vaseline, baby oil and massage oil. Some even consider using vegetable oil or butter. These products may give the same effects, however, they contain certain components that may irritate the skin, damage the condoms and cause problems like thrush. Using saliva is also popular, as it is free, natural and readily available. But, it is not that effective as it only makes the organs wet but not slippery.

The best choice is to get a lube that is designed to be used for sex. True Medical has a lot in stock for you to select from. We recommend water-based lube, versatile and suitable for everyone and all sexual activities, even for sex toys. They are also safe to use with latex condoms. They don’t stain and are very easy to wash off making them convenient and safe to use.

There are also oil-based lubricants. This type of lube is thicker, thus it offers a more satisfying feel and lasts longer. 

The last type of lube is the silicone-based one. It lasts the longest. It works well with condoms, has a lot of moisture and is also effective in water. The only thing to take note is that it can be damaging fo silicone sex toys, so you should avoid using them on those.

When you finally decided the best type of lube for you, you can then move to the other features such as flavours, tingling sensations or cooling or warming properties. If it is your first time using a lube, be cautious with any allergic reactions like burning or itching in the genital area.