MATERIALS · 4 min

Lube 101 — water, silicone, oil

Three families. They behave differently. Pick on purpose.

Water-based

Safe with every toy material and every condom. Dries faster than the others — reapply or add a drop of water. Cleans up with water alone.

Silicone-based

Long-lasting, slick, water-resistant. Don't use with silicone toys (it can degrade the surface over time). Great with glass, metal, ABS.

Oil-based

Massage-style. Breaks latex condoms — never use with latex barrier methods.

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