Natural lubricants contain fewer synthetic ingredients and are usually safe to use with condoms. Furthermore, they’re often more soothing than their traditional counterparts and may include soothing ingredients like aloe vera gel.
Some common household items, like coconut oil, can act as effective lubricants; just make sure that when selecting one you read its label to ensure it does not contain glycerin or parabens.
Water-based
Lubes are often underappreciated tools of sexual pleasure, acting to reduce friction during penetration and help increase arousal levels and make anal play more exciting. Lubes also can alleviate discomfort caused by dryness caused by age, medication or hormonal fluctuations.
Not all lubes are equal when it comes to ingredients like parabens, glycerin and hormones that could compromise your natural balance and lead to yeast infections in your vulva.
Opting for natural solutions that are free from these ingredients will help minimize irritation and discomfort, such as our all-natural water-based personal lubricant made with sweet almond oil to nourish sensitive skin is ideal. FDA cleared, vegan, and hypoallergenic it’s also FDA cleared; try our warming or cooling lube for extra sensual experience – available individually or as part of the Sensations Kit!
Oil-based
If you prefer oil-based natural lubricants, there are numerous choices available to you. Some are made from aloe vera and other plant ingredients known for their restorative properties; other options come from coconut oil which acts both soothingly and lubricate-ly.
Baby oil is another popular solution, providing an effective means of moisturizing your genital area and complementing non-latex condoms perfectly. Before using any oil-based product it’s advisable to perform a patch test as everyone’s skin sensitivity differs.
Sweet almond oil-based lubricants provide soothing, naturally slippery protection, making it the ideal natural lubricant to soothe vaginal irritation or infections, with Oregon Tilth certified organic certification and carbon neutral status that donates money towards projects that reduce greenhouse gasses for every bottle sold.
Biodegradable
As global citizens increasingly value environmental responsibility, there has been increased interest in products which are both eco-friendly and safe – including lubricants.
Biodegradable lubricants provide a means of making more natural, safer and less toxic lubricants than their petroleum-based counterparts. Derived from renewable resources, these biodegradable alternatives break down gradually over time.
These lubricants typically consist of vegetable oils (triglyceride esters) or polyalkylene glycols (PAGs). Plant-oil-based lubricants, such as those derived from canola, soybean and sunflower oils, tend not to perform as effectively at high temperatures than mineral-based options but offer good thermal stability and low toxicity ratings.
PAGs are water soluble lubricants with limited miscibility with mineral oil and have high polarity, so thorough flushing should be conducted prior to making the switch to this type of lubricant. They tend to be more costly than mineral-based products and should be diluted using mineral oil or synthetic PAOs in order to provide adequate performance.
Hypoallergenic
If you have sensitive skin, it is wise to avoid lubricants that contain chemicals or synthetic ingredients as these could potentially cause irritation, discomfort, or infections. Natural lubricants tend to be hypoallergenic without fragrances, preservatives, and cheap additives; plus they’re safe for vaginal use and oral sex!
Natural lubricants that are suitable for sensitive vaginas and skin can be found from various brands. Some specialize in organic simple ingredients while others strive for social and environmental responsibility.
Maude is a vegan-friendly company that uses plant-based ingredients and sustainably harvested seaweed in their products, which are FDA-cleared, non-GMO, glycerin-free and FDA approved. Maude supports sexual health organizations while their products (aloe-based and silicone-based natural lubricants as well as vibrators and condoms) as well as educational materials are FDA certified non-toxic by MADE SAFE. Astroglide All Natural provides another option as it uses hydroxyethyl cellulose which has been tested as hypoallergenic and non-toxic; free from petrochemicals parabens and glycerin it has also been certified non-toxic by MADE SAFE certification.
