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So are slip and slides.
Jonathan Knowles
Shout-out to whichever genius first realized lube could combine the two in the most incredible way.
“I’m glad the taboo of talking about it isn’t as strong as it once was.”
Here, 10 reasons why you should feel free to use lube whenever you want during sex.
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The way your body makes it happen is pretty cool.
“It’s not like a light switch you turn on and off,” says Dweck.
“The physiological nature of arousal means it can take some time to become naturally lubricated.”
Sometimes you’re wet enough to have a great time, but you feel like switching it up.
There are various reasons why you might feel like yourvaginaisn’t lubricating itself enough.
Luckily, using lube makes that way less of an issue.
Worrying about your vagina being too dry to have good sex is pretty much guaranteed to backfire.
“Using a store-bought lubricant can help relieve anxiety you have about that,” says Locker.
Plus, she adds, your partner will be less nervous about hurting you, which is always good.
Even a little bit of lube can be enough to get you going.
“Thrusting will be more comfortable and pleasurable as a result,” says Dweck.
No need to only use it with another person!
Lube can be great for solo sex.
Make like a sexual scientist and experiment to your heart’s content.
“The anus does not self-lubricate the way the vagina does.
For any anal play or anal sex, lubrication is recommended for pleasure and safety,” says Locker.
Just be sure you’re using the right kind of lube for whichevercondomsyou’re using.
When using condoms, opt for water-based lubes.
Some lubricants contain ingredients that may cause allergic reactions or sensitivities in some people.
Of course, the organic moment extends to lube.
Much like withvibrators, that’s not true!
Permission to have a mind-blowing time in bed: granted.
People try flavored lubes:
