When buying lube, it's important to find the right kind that can work for you. One that works for you and for your condom. Never use oil-based lube with a latex or non-latex rubber condom. Use only water or silicone-based lube with latex and non-latex rubber condoms. Read the package insert if you have any questions about what you can use.

Water-based Lubes

Water-based lubes are just that: water-based. Their main feature is that they're smooth and slick, but not sticky and messy like silicone and oil-based lubes can be. Since they're water-soluble, skin and mucous membranes will absorb them. This makes cleanup a breeze: just a little warm water, maybe some soap, and the lube will easily wash off the skin. Depending on how long you have sex you may need to reapply due to the fast absorbent. Water-based lubes also have the great advantage of being completely condom-compatible. Another down fall is that the water base lubes contain glycerin, which can cause infections in women pretty easily. So make sure your girl cleans up right away after using one.

Silicone-based Lubes

Silicone-based lubes are similar to water-based lubes, but are generally much greasier and last much longer, despite having a thinner texture. In fact, that's their main advantage: silicone-based lubes take ages to dry out. No muss, no fuss, no need to reapply.

What's more; you can actually use them in water and they'll still work. They're not quite as easy to clean up as water-based lubes, though. Those who don't like silicone-based lubes say that using them is like having motor oil slathered on your bits. Others swear by it.

Oil-based Lubes

Oil-based lubes corrode latex, so you can't use them with condoms. Second, they're bad for your woman's vaginal health in a variety of ways. And finally, they're slimy and messy. Baby oil, Vaseline, Crisco, etc., are known for their lubricating properties, but using them is just a bad idea.

You know your body, so if you are a sensitive person plain Lubes are for you. Tasteful Lubes can cause a yeast infection or a burning feeling if you are sensitive. So plain KY Jelly may seem boring, but is safe for easy irritated private parts.