A guide to female intimate lubricants: types and benefits

A cut of a citrus fruit resembling a woman's vulva by Andrej Lišakov via Unsplash+

Whether for enhanced pleasure or personal comfort, intimate lubricants come in various forms to suit different needs—here’s a breakdown of the most popular types and their benefits.

Female intimate lubricants come in a wide variety of formats tailored to different needs—mostly to enhance pleasure during sexual activity and, in some cases, for health reasons.

1. Flavored Lubricants

Flavoured lubricants are perfect for those who enjoy oral sex and want to add a twist to their intimate moments. They typically come in sweet flavours, and many also have a pleasant aroma.

2. Warming and Cooling Lubricants

These lubricants create warming or cooling sensations and can be used for both solo and partnered intimacy. The temperature change they produce helps enhance stimulation and can lead to quicker orgasms.

Hands dipped in two cuts of papaya via Pinterest
Hands dipped in two cuts of papaya via Pinterest

3. Medicated Lubricants

Close up shot of a peach resembling a women's vulva via Pinterest
Close up shot of a peach resembling a women’s vulva via Pinterest

Medicated lubricants are designed for women experiencing hormonal changes that affect natural lubrication. They are usually water-based and do not have any additional effects.

This article was originally published on the Marie Claire Argentina website.

Translated for Marie Claire Nigeria by Tobi Afolabi.

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