Flavored, heating, anesthetic lubricating gel: what is the difference between these products and what are they used for? Focus on a product that has diversified over the years to become a staple in sex shops and condom departments in pharmacies.

A lubricating gel is used to lubricate, that is to say moisten in order to hydrate the area at the level of the mucous membranes through a composition that slides and does not absorb. This is intended to facilitate penetration, but also to help during foreplay, if natural lubrication is not sufficient. The lubricant can be flavored, neutral, but also have additional effects: heating, anesthetic, etc. It is intended to be applied directly to the skin, at the level of the genitals. Lubricants are edible, and are therefore completely compatible with oral sex (cunnilingus, fellatio, etc.)

The lubricating gel can be used in several situations. In the event of intimate dryness, due to a treatment, a hormonal imbalance, or if the natural vaginal lubrication takes time to be done, the lubricant can come in addition to the vaginal fluids. Likewise, the lubricant can be very useful in case of anal penetration. Finally, some lubricants also have a healing function, and can be very useful for women who have had irritations or infections in the vagina or anus. The lubricant is a soft, neutral gel, which can be applied safely to irritated areas, especially if it is water-based. Be aware that water-based lubricants are compatible with condoms and sex toys.

There are several types of lubricants, depending on the budgets and desires of each. It is up to everyone to choose it according to the desired effects, but also according to the composition. Some are water based, others silicone based. Others are also certified organic, guaranteed without certain products, etc. There are also heating lubricants, which stimulate the area by adding a vascularizing effect. This can increase sexual arousal and add spice to your intercourse, as can numbing lubricants, which are made with menthol or eucalyptus. Finally, today we find all kinds of “fancy” lubricants, with varied tastes, strawberry, chocolate, etc.

During anal intercourse, the preparation phase is essential. The area must be stimulated so that the anus expands and penetration can be done without pain. To lubricate the area, which is not naturally, it is possible to use saliva, or a lubricant. Lubricants can also have an anesthetic effect, in case of difficult penetration. The ideal is to apply the gel while tiring the area, to relax it and prepare the mucous membranes for sexual intercourse. Finally, keep in mind that a lubricant does not replace condom protection in any way.

Anesthetic lubricating gels are composed of a substance that acts on the area to which they are applied. They can be useful in case of anal penetration, as seen more August, or to delay ejaculation, if they are applied surely on the penis. This will reduce the sensations due to penetration and will slightly lower the sexual arousal of the partner, who will then be able to better control his erection to make it last longer.

Lubricants and massage oils are not intended for the same use. While oils are intended for use on the body, lubricants are intended for the genitals, internal and external. However, today there are lubricating gels that combine the two effects, and can be used to massage the clitoris, vulva, penis, etc. In this case, the heating effect can add pleasure to the massage and increase the sensations by further stimulating the erogenous zones.