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The water based lubricant is the most common type of personal lubricant that is used for decreasing friction with the vagina, penis, anus and other erogenous zones. This is used to enhance the pleasure felt during masturbation or sexual intercourse. A water based lubricant is one of the types of personal lubricants that include specialty, silicone-based, oil based, anal specific, and specialty lubricants.

Special characteristics of the water based lubricant

Naturally, the water based lubricant is water soluble and they usually dry out after some time and leave some residue on the skin. Some chemicals, such as glycerin, leave a sticky residue that may have an unpleasant feeling, smell and taste, although the residue can be easily washed off by water. It is therefore advisable to look for a water based lubricant that does not contain this kind of chemicals. Remember that you may have to apply them a number a times because of their tendency to dry out.

You may want to search for a water based lubricant that has carrageenan and a lubricant that contains natural skin moisturizers. These chemicals help avoid the sticky residue that remains after evaporation. Carrageenan has also been found to prevent human papillomavirus infection. Meanwhile, it should be noted that a water based lubricant is not recommended when your sexual activity takes place in water, such as in a hot tub, pool, bath tub, or shower.

Examples of water based lubricants

One example of a water based lubricant is the Rain Personal Lubricant, which is available in several flavors such as chocolate, strawberry, cola, vanilla, orange, grape, banana, and mint. Another example is the K-Y Jelly, which is a water soluble jelly that could be used without or with a condom.

One more example of a water based lubricant is the Astroglide Personal Lubricant that could be used with latex condoms. Meanwhile, a special kind of water based lubricant is the Warming Astroglide Personal Lubricant that offers a warming sensation and can be utilized with latex condoms.

How to apply a water based lubricant

It should be noted that a water based lubricant is safe to use for all kinds of sex toys including those made of silicone or latex. This kind of personal lubricant can be purchased from pharmacies and you can select the color or flavor that you prefer. It is advisable to keep the lube in a cool and dry place. When applying it during intercourse or masturbation, you can use moderate amounts.