During solo or partnered play, lube reduces friction, which decreases discomfort and increases pleasure. Lube can help take the pressure off the body and assist in getting the blood flowing, which will ultimately increase one's arousal and help stimulate an orgasm.

Lube also cuts down on friction, which can cause irritation. According to her, wet hands and wet toys just feel better. The important thing to keep in mind is that there is absolutely nothing shameful about using lube, whether you're using it by yourself or with a partner.

When choosing the best personal lubricant for you, consider what your body needs and what feels good. Also, consider what you'll be using the lube the most for – solo or partnered play, with toys, condoms, or for anal. While certain lubes can be used in most scenarios, usually, the best option will depend on the sexual act.

Natural, water-based lubricants as they "won't disrupt your body's natural pH and flora. To prolong the use of your toy, be sure to use a water-based lube and wash it according to its care instructions.

Oil-based lubes have become more popular recently and unrefined coconut oil is a good option. To avoid potential intimate skin allergic reactions, be sure to patch-test the item by applying a small amount of the formula to a less-sensitive part of your skin, like your arm. Then check to see if you have any reactions.

Water-based lubes, which typically have a pH value of 4.5, are compatible with vaginal pH. However, because anuses have a higher pH value, water-based lubes can sometimes cause irritation.

Instead, oil-based lubes could be best when engaging in anal play because it's both slippery and doesn't irritate the anus' natural environment. They are usually thicker, long-lasting, and don't require frequent reapplication during intimate activity.

One thing to note about oil-based lube is that it might stain the bedding, so make sure to put a towel if that's something you want to avoid.

Bloomi's Delight is a clean, oil-based personal lubricant to help you enjoy intimate moments. It is formulated for penile and/or vaginal application, intended to moisturize and lubricate, to enhance the ease and comfort of intimate activity, and supplement the body's natural lubrication.

One thing to keep in mind if you're using oil-based lube for anal sex is that it's not compatible with most condoms. Oil in the lube deteriorates the latex in the condoms, which makes the condom more prone to breakage. In the scenario where you're using a condom during anal sex to prevent STIs, it's better to choose silicone lube.

Water-based lube is, in most cases, the best option for vaginal sex. Bloomi's Smooth is a clean, water-based personal lubricant to help you enjoy intimate moments. It is formulated for penile and/or vaginal application, intended to moisturize and lubricate, to enhance the ease and comfort of intimate activity, and supplement the body's natural lubrication.

However, because of its H20 base, it typically dries up in about three to five minutes, so reapplication is key to keeping a nice slip to reduce the risk of vaginal tearing and condom breaking. Water-based lubricants are condom- and sex toy-friendly, so if you regularly use latex or polyisoprene condoms in your pleasure routine, be generous.

Choosing the best lube for masturbation depends on what self-pleasure act you enjoy the most. For external play only, Bloomi's Desire Sensual Pleasure Oil is a great option to enhance the sensations over intimate skin. Also, for external use only over intimate skin, Bloomi's Luxe Arousal Oil is a great option because it's formulated with CBD, which improves blood circulation and enhances pleasure.

For vaginal penetration, water-based lube like Bloomi's Smooth is an all-around safest option. It's easy to clean up and won't disturb the vaginal pH levels, which is great for those more sensitive and prone to yeast infections. However, the best lubricant for menopause dryness, if that's something you are experiencing, might be oil-based lube like Bloomi's Delight.

Choosing the best lubricant to use with sex toys depends on what material your toys are made of. Be careful when using oil-based lube on silicone sex toys as it will degrade the silicone in the toy and ultimately make it less body safe.

Instead, choose a personal lubricant that's water-based and won't negatively affect the silicone of your toys. Plus, water-based lubes are super easy to clean up.

On the other hand, if you use glass or stainless steel toys, you can definitely experiment with silicone and oil-based personal lubricants because they won't affect the material of the toy. And using oil-based lube like Bloomi's Delight might prolong and enhance the experience with a glass or stainless steel toy.

It's important to note that if you swap between anal and vaginal play when using sex toys, you want to wear a condom to avoid the spread of bacteria and minimize the chances of infection. In that case, an oil-based lube won't work because oil and latex are not compatible, so choose silicone or water-based lube instead.