The 18 Best Lubes for Sex, Tested by Sex and Grooming Experts

<p><strong><a href=”https://www.menshealth.com/sex-women/a43040716/how-to-use-lube/” target=”_blank”>How to Use Lube</a> |<a href=”https://www.menshealth.com/sex-women/g33634145/best-water-based-lube/” target=”_blank”> Best Water-Based Lubes</a> | <a href=”https://www.menshealth.com/grooming/g42357633/best-warming-lubricant/” target=”_blank”>Best Warming Lubricants</a> | <a href=”https://www.menshealth.com/sex-women/g29003553/best-anal-lube/” target=”_blank”>Best Lubes for Anal Sex</a> | <a href=”https://www.menshealth.com/sex-women/g33564459/best-natural-lubes/” target=”_blank”>Best Natural Lubes</a> | <a href=”https://www.menshealth.com/sex-women/g39314544/best-arousal-gel/” target=”_blank”>Best Arousal Gels</a></strong></p><p>But there are currently hundreds, if not thousands, of different lubes that you can buy online—it’s a lot to choose from! Still, it’s great to have options, as we all have different needs and preferences for lubing up sex.</p><p>For example, if you or your partner has sensitive skin or allergies, you might want a personal lubricant with more organic ingredients. If you’re into anal, you probably want a thicker lube that doesn’t dry out as quickly because the anus isn’t self-lubricating like the vagina. Or maybe you’re really cautious about what you put on or in your body—in which case, you should check out these natural lubricants.</p><p>But if you’re someone who just wants a high-quality lube for all types of sex and masturbation? That’s when the choice becomes overwhelming. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. We’ve tested all the lubes on this list, and can confidently say they feel great and get the job done.</p><p><strong>Read more: </strong><em><a href=”https://www.menshealth.com/technology-gear/a43807148/our-expertise-mens-health-product-reviews/” target=”_blank”><strong>How Men’s Health Tests Products</strong></a></em></p><hr><h2 class=”body-h2″>The Different Types of Lube</h2><p class=”body-text”>Before we delve into our lube recommendations, it’s necessary to break down the various types of lubes: water-based, silicone-based, oils, and hybrid.<br></p><p class=”body-text”><strong>Water-Based Lube:</strong> Water-based lubes are known as the “gold standard” for sex. That’s because they aren’t sticky and are easy to rinse off.<br></p><p class=”body-text”><strong>Silicone-Based Lube: </strong>The negative thing about water-based lubes is that they dry out quickly. That’s why some people prefer silicone-based lubricants if their partner struggles with vaginal dryness, or anal is on the menu. The issue with silicone lubes is that they can last a little too long. You can feel sticky even after scrubbing yourself with soap and water. They can also stain your sheets.<br></p><p class=”body-text”></p><p class=”body-text”><strong>Hybrid Lube:</strong> Then there are hybrid lubes, which are thicker than water-based lubes but less viscous than traditional silicone-based lubes.<strong><br><br>Oil-Based Lube:</strong> Last but not least are oils. There are very few commercial lubricants that are oil-based because you can’t use oils with condoms: they degrade the latex. Oil-based lubes (or oily DIY options, like olive oil) are thicker, stickier, and make even more of a mess than silicone lube.<br><br>With that primer, we’re finally ready to get to our favorite personal lubricant recommendations.</p>” />