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INTIMATE LUBRICANTS

CONFUSED BY THE MANY CHOICES OF INTIMATE LUBRICANT? LOOKING FOR SOME HELP IN CHOOSING THE BEST LUBE FOR YOU? THIS GUIDE WILL HELP YOU MAKE THE RIGHT CHOICE. WE WILL LOOK AT THE DIFFERENT VARIETIES OF LUBE - HIGHLIGHTING THE BENEFITS AND DRAWBACKS OF EACH.

WHY USE A SEXUAL LUBRICANT??

Many people never use additional lubrication during sexual activity, whether solo or with a partner. If you are comfortable then there is no 'must' about you using a lube. However, most people find that using a lube can increase your enjoyment.

Some situations when a lube may be helpful...

• Women vary in their degree of vaginal lubrication. If you have a tendancy to be dry, a lube can make a massive difference to your enjoyment. As you get older and at certain times of the month lube can help.
• For Anal sex, using a lube is strongly recommended. Whilst a vagina secretes moisture, the anus (male or female) does not. And as it is more sensitive tissue, anal sex can be an unpleasant experience without good lubrication.
• Want to have sex in the bath or shower? The water will dilute your natural moisture and therefore sex can be 'rough'. Get the right waterproof lube and hey presto the pleasure comes back!
• Using sextoys? The material on most sex toys is not as slippery as human skin, a little lube can really improve the experience.
• Like Solo Sex?? - particularly good in male masturbation - a spot of lube on the hand or in the masturbator radically improves the sensation.
• And finally, many men don't last as long as they would like. Specialised lubes contain constituents that slightly desensitise the penis, enabling sexual activity to be prolonged.

A lube provides a lot more than just lubrication - it improves the feeling and somehow makes sex seem 'smoother' - Try it and See!!


WATER BASED LUBRICANTS

These form the majority of lubricants on the market - condom friendly and often formulated to mimic the pH of the human body. You will find them in varying degrees of viscosity.

'Light' lubes tend to be thinner and offer a lower level of lubrication. Ideal for women who produce good amounts of self-lubrication and just want a 'top-up'. Light lubes are often marketed as 'women's formula' or something similar.

'Gel' lubes are much thicker and last longer. Ideal for higher levels of lubrication - you will need to experiment to find your preference.

There are many optional 'extras' added to waterbased lubes. One is aloe vera - used for centuries as a skin smoother. Others contain Ginseng with may have other benefits.

An advantage of water based lubes is that they are readily absorbed by the body and are generally non sticky when they dry. However, they don't stay slippery as long as silicone lube formulations and so may not be the best choice for anal sex or waterplay.

SILICONE BASED LUBRICANTS

Pharmaceutical grade silicone is a wonderful material as a base for lubes. It lasts for an incredibly long time and since it doesn't dissolve in water, is an ideal choice for use in the bath or shower.

Because of the intense lubrication of silicone it is also superb for anal play.

Some drawbacks of silicone is that the body does not absorb it readily, so you will need to clean up after yourself.

Our recommendation is that you reserve silicone-based lubes for water play and anal sex. These lubes are also condom friendly.

**warning** silicone lube can sometimes react with silicone toys and they may start to dissolve on the surface!

'SILK LUBRICANTS'

Some clever formulations have appeared which combine water and silicone components in one lube. The lube usually looks 'milky' because an emulsion of water and silicone has been created. Many people love this kind of lube - as it is said to give a different feel and to provide just the right amount of slide and resistance to enhance the experience.

As always, try it out and see what suits you best. For waterplay and possible anal sex we would still recommend a pure silicone product.

FLAVOURD LUBRICANTS

Many people love giving or receiving 'oral'. Most water and silicone based lubes taste neutral so there is nothing to stop you using these products during oral sex. However, they don't 'add' to the taste experience. If you are into oral, you can explore a variety of flavoured lubes - Peppermint, banana, watermelon and here at www.maximuspleasure.com you can even buy strawberry cheesecake flavour!!

With this different formulation, the degree of lubrication is not as high as with other types, but the ability to lick, suck and swallow with abandon, more that makes up for it!!


SPECIAL LUBRICANTS

REDUCING PENIS SENSITIVITY - Reaching orgasm too quickly is an issue for many men - and so you will find some lubricants ( also sprays & creams) that contain benzocaine or lidocaine ( max-relax for anal & max-delay to delay orgasm are good choices) These are mild 'numbing' agents present in low consentration.

INCREASING CLITORAL SENSITIVITY - Many women enjoy the ability to increase the sensitivity of their clitoris - which can result in faster, longer and more intense orgasms. You can buy a variety of creams and gels designed to achieve this (we recommend 'WomanZone' or 'Pure Nympho').