9 Best Lubes (2025): Water-Based, Silicone, Natural Oils

other good lubes

Maud Shine Lube Bottle on Bedside Table
Maude Shine
Photograph: Maud

Over the years, we’ve tested dozens of different lubes, and some of them are just as good, if not perfect. best In a particular category. For them, we have this section.

other good lubes

Over the years, we’ve tested dozens of different lubes, and some of them are just as good, if not perfect. best In a particular category. For them, we have this section.

LubeLife Water-Based Lubricant for $8: LubeLife not only makes a great silicone lube, but their water-based lubes are great too. At the moment, I’m really enjoying their latest water-based lubes – they have a long and impressive range of these types of lubes – which are surprisingly long lasting for something water-based. It’s also extremely smooth, feels 100 percent natural, never gets that horrible sticky or gummy texture that some water-based lubes develop over time, and upon tasting it, I noticed that it had a very mild sweetness. Although I haven’t used this lube during oral sex, I can definitely see it being a major asset in my performance.

$18 for Playground Free Love Lube: If you are prone to UTIs, bacterial vaginosis (BV), or similar infections, this is the lube for you, as it has been scientifically proven to help reduce and prevent such vaginal problems. Free Love is also free of glycerin and fragrance, both of which can cause yeast infections and general irritation. Although Free Love is extremely comfortable and makes a great supplement when trying to avoid friction, the biggest selling point is that it will protect you from infections in a way that some other lubes can’t.

Dame Arousal Serum for $30: I’m not a big fan of heating or tingling lubes and I haven’t tried anything yet that makes me a true believer. But Dame’s Arousal Serum comes close. It’s a warming, tingling, water-based lube that uses peppermint oil, cinnamon leaf oil, and ginger oil to provide some extra sensation during sex. If you have sensitive skin, I would leave these products alone, but if you don’t and want to try a stimulating lube, this is the product I would recommend. Try it on a non-genital area first to make sure how your skin will react.

Maude Shine Water-Based Lube for $25: This used to be our top choice. It provides a silky-smooth texture, although it is on the thick side for a water-based lube. Thicker water-based lubricants generally last longer between applications. Using the thumb test, this lube gives you a smooth but smooth cushion between your fingers, which is a good indicator that it will keep things nice and smooth.


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