Lube is a product applied to intimate areas to aid glide. But aside from reducing friction, what is it actually for?
Why use lube?
1 - Amplify pleasure
Using lube first and foremost amplifies pleasure and sensations. Let me explain: when you have a massage, it's nice. When you have a massage with massage oil, it's immediately so much better. Simply because the oil allows hands to glide over the body and avoids all friction. Lube is exactly the same. It is, in fact, the massage oil of intimate areas. Once applied, lube reduces friction and smooths caresses, thus amplifying pleasure. And to that, we say yes!
2 - Discover new sensations
Lube also allows you to discover new sensations, particularly through effect lubes. Cold effect, warm effect… they let you try new things and spice up your intimate moments. Some are even flavoured, which is great for oral play or external caresses.
3 - Addressing vaginal dryness
Lube also helps to address a few minor discomforts. Our bodies naturally produce lubrication. However, from time to time, it isn't sufficient. The most well-known reason for a decrease in natural lubrication is the menopause (50% of menopausal people suffer from vaginal dryness). Certain medications gold the contraceptive pill can also reduce natural lubrication. After childbirth too, lubrication decreases, simply because the perineum is relaxed and there is a significant hormonal drop. So all of this affects lubrication!
When natural lubrication isn't sufficient, what happens? Well, you may experience chafing, irritation, and sometimes even pain during penetration.
So to sum up, what is lube actually for?
It amplifies pleasure, allows you to discover new sensations, and addresses all the little issues that can arise when natural lubrication drops a little.
In short, for your Intimate essentials and to keep sex always pleasurable, it's good to have a tube of lube in your bedside drawer!
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Sophie
Hi, I'm Sophie! I've been writing articles about sexuality and relationships for 4 years, and I'm also a consultant for YesForLov. I hope this knowledge will allow me to answer the questions you have about sexuality!
