Love & Sex

These things you should never use as lubricant

These things you should never use as lubricant

Lubricant can make sex a lot smoother, literally. But imagine you just don't have any lubricant on hand, then it's of course tempting to reach for another substance. But what do you grab then? Or better said: What should you definitely NOT grab? LotteLust is happy to protect you from a package of misery.

Vaseline
Although Vaseline may have the appearance of lubricant, it is definitely not a lubricant. Vaseline contains oils that can cause nasty infections. So it's better to just use it for the lips it's intended for.

Water
Water is hydrating, but not for the cat. Instead of making things smoother, it actually dries out. Not exactly the effect you're hoping for. Which is a shame, because unlike lubricant, water is actually almost always within reach.

Saliva
Super exciting of course, that big blob of drool draped between your legs. Nothing wrong with that in itself, but the sensitive vagina is not exactly happy about this. Saliva can contain bacteria and fungi. Also, if you have a desire for children, it's better not to use saliva. It is actually spermicide.

Body lotion
No idea if you've ever thought about reaching for body lotion, but you're definitely not going to do that from now on. Body lotion contains not only oils but also fats. These oils and fats are not only bad for your household down under, but also not successful in combination with a condom. It causes latex to become soft. This can create holes in the condom, making it not really safe anymore. Also, body lotion doesn't go well with your sex toys. LotteLust completely understands if a sagging condom or a shriveled sex toy is not at the top of your wish list.

Oil
Whether we're talking about olive oil or baby oil, you'd rather not have it near your private parts. Why not? Because oil is not easily absorbed by the skin. This can cause your pores to become clogged. Imagine getting irritation, pimples, or infections in or around your vulva and anus. Doesn't sound fun!

Conclusion: do you need some extra smoothness ? Then just use lubricant. It keeps it fun for everyone.