The best lubricants for sensitive skin

Lubricants are a great addition to your sex life. They offer better gliding comfort during sex in order to prevent skin irritation. But what if you have very sensitive skin? In that case, some lubricants can actually cause skin irritation. Which ingredients should you avoid and which lubricants are the best choice for you? We’ll tell you everything you need to know.

Check the ingredients

If you have sensitive skin, it’s very important to know which ingredients to avoid, like glycerin, parabens, and propylene glycol, among others. You should keep in mind that silicone-based lubricants are often a better choice than water-based lubricants for people with sensitive skin. This is because silicone doesn’t need parabens, which are conservatives (meaning that they extend the shelf life of products) that are often present in water-based lubricants. Glycerin is a natural ingredient that is sometimes seen as the cause of yeast infection. However, research showed that glycerin only causes infections when it’s contaminated with bacteria. You can prevent this by buying quality lubricants from well-known brands. Propylene glycol isn’t dangerous, but it can cause allergic reactions.

How do you recognize sensitive skin?

How do you know if you have sensitive skin? When your skin is red or swollen during or directly after using lubricant, you have sensitive skin. You might experience skin irritation, itching, or a rash. This isn’t necessarily caused by oversensitivity to lubricant by the way. A latex allergy, yeast infection, or an STI can cause the same symptoms. If you’re sure this is not case, try a different type of lubricant to check if this resolves the problem.

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Lubricants for sensitive skin

Pjur lubricants

Woman Aloe A water-based lubricant that doesn’t contain parabens and paraffin. This lubricant is enriched with aloe vera. Contains glycerin.

Woman Nude Pjur Woman Nude is a water-based lubricant that doesn’t contain glycerol, parabens, and conservatives.

Woman Pjur Woman is a silicone-based lubricant. This lubricant doesn’t contain perfume and conservatives, which makes it suitable for sensitive skin.

Tip: check the Pjur Woman and Pjur Med products

Med Natural Glide This water-based lubricant is dermatologically tested and is a medical lubricant. It protects and nourishes the skin and mucous membranes, and only contains natural glycerin. If you have oversensitive skin, then Pjur Med Natural Glide is a great choice.

Med Repair Glide A medical water-based lubricant with skincare properties thanks to the addition of hyaluronic acid. Pjur Med Repair Glide contains glycerin.

Med Premium Glide Pjur Med Premium Glide is a medical lubricant. It’s silicone-based and is dermatologically tested. It nourishes stressed skin and mucous membranes.

JO Agapé JO Agapé is glycerin-free, paraben-free, and glycol-free and is water-based.

BIOglide BIOglide products are 100% natural. The lubricants contain glycerin.