Personal Lubricants - Which Ones Are For Me?

The sale of personal lubricants continues to grow as suppliers produce lubes that fit into everyones lifestyle. For a long time, personal lubricants were marketed in a very clinical way basically to aid in the prevention of vaginal dryness caused by menopause. Studies show that least 95% of women are said to have used personal lubricant at some point in their lives. As personal lubricant companies increasingly create products that are fun, innovative and easy to use, more and more women explore what is available to them. What they find are products that focus on pleasure enhancement as well as utility. Several personal lubricant companies now offer scented and/or warming massage oils, sensitizing lubricants, and flavored lubricants to up the ante between the sheets. There are also several companies who address the concern of the mess that personal lubricants sometimes create by using ingredients that are easier for clean up, colorless and/or soluble. What can you expect to find when you are shopping for lube? Definitely, a lot of different brands, ingredients, flavors, etc. How do you choose which one is right for you? First of all, you are going to want to avoid using products that are oil based if you are planning on using condoms for intercourse. Oil can create large tears in your condoms, no longer preventing you from STDs and/or pregnancy. If you are on the safer path, you may also want to avoid products that contain colors and flavors these products sometimes create irritation for sensitive skin. Water based lubes may be a good choice, especially for beginners. You will find that water based lubricants are lighter and easily cleaned up, but may not last as long as silicone based lubricants. Silicone based lubricants have lasting power that will be sure to carry you through an all night sexfest. You may also want to look into silicone based lubricants for use with sex toys as they wont dry out and will not compromise the safety of your toys. Where can you buy lube? There are numerous websites that cater to the personal lubricant market. You can also find a few kinds of lubricant at your local drugstore and a wide variety at your local sex shop. Whether you are using lubricants for masturbation or with a partner, you will find that there is something available to fill your each and every desire. You may need to try several different products before settling on the one that tickles your fancy.