13 Best Natural Lubes That Are Gynecologist-Approved

Known for its soothing and moisturizing properties, aloe vera provides a smooth, natural glide that sensitive skin loves...which is why Maude's aloe-based lube is so damn good. This Cosmo Lube Award winner is packed with plant extracts (including mushroom extract, quinoa seed extract, and hemp seed extract) to promote elasticity and keep everything slick 'n' smooth—and yep, it's all natural, bb.

• Type: Aloe-based
• Size: 2, 4, or 8 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with latex and polyisoprene condoms, but not polyurethane condoms
• Ingredients: Aloe leaf juice, propanediol, mushroom extract, gluconolactone, sodium hyaluronate, quinoa seed extract, hemp seed extract, linseed extract, green tea extract, oat kernel extract, hydroxyethylcellulose, xanthan gum, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate, citric acid

THE REVIEW: According to one reviewer, "I loved how natural it felt (not too slippery and not sticky at all). Also appreciated the lack of smell and the ease of cleaning it off—it feels moisturizing rather than greasy after washing it off."

If you want to avoid vulvar irritants, choose a natural lube made with as few ingredients (and potential allergens) as possible, like this hypoallergenic water-based formula from Sliquid, which keeps it suuuuper simple with just five ingredients. And though it's water-based and not as long-lasting as other options, it does include plant cellulose, which works as a thickening agent.

• Type: Water-based
• Size: 2, 4.2, or 8.5 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with latex, polyisoprene, and polyurethane condoms
• Ingredients: Purified water, plant cellulose, guar gum, potassium sorbate, citric acid

THE REVIEW: "As someone with very sensitive skin, I was looking for the cleanest ingredient list I could find while still offering high-quality performance, and this is absolutely the winner," one tester notes. "It has a great feel, smooth but not *too* slippery, and as a bonus, this stuff cleans up easily as well. I'm a repeat customer and will continue purchasing this product as long as it is available."

For a natural water-based lube with long-lasting glide, you'll wanna turn your attention to SUTIL's ultra-hydrating Luxe lube. Since it contains soothing hyaluronic acid and oat beta-glucan, this one will leave your skin feeling supple and moisturized—and even though it's long-lasting, it still has a nice, lightweight feel. No wonder ppl call this one the "holy grail" of water-based lubes.

• Type: Water-based
• Size: 2, 4, or 8 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with latex, polyisoprene, and polyurethane condoms
• Ingredients: Aqua, propanediol, hyaluronic acid, lotus root extract, oat beta-glucan, gluconolactone, sodium benzoate

THE REVIEW: "This lube lasts for such a long time compared to other water-based lubes," notes one reviewer. "It's also so nice that it doesn't feel sticky, and when it dries it doesn't have a weird flaky residue. My personal holy grail for lubes tbh."

If long-lasting lubrication is your top priority, you may want to try an oil-based lube like this clean formula from Bloomi. Made with coconut oil to relieve dryness (as well as cocoa seed butter and vitamin E for extra moisture), Delight provides a nice, smooth glide without any artificial flavor or scent—plus, vulva owners will appreciate the vaginal benefits provided by the sea buckthorn oil.

• Type: Oil-based
• Size: 3 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with polyurethane condoms, but not latex or polyisoprene condoms
• Ingredients: Organic coconut oil, sunflower seed oil, shea butter, cocoa seed butter, sunflower seed wax, sea buckthorn oil, vitamin E

THE REVIEW: As one reviewer notes, "My skin is very sensitive, including my intimate areas, so I have to be careful about which lubes I use. This oil-based formula is gentle and feels really good! A win."

Unflavored, unscented, and packed with hydrating lactic acid, Almost Naked ensures you get all the moisture you want without any of the irritants you don't need. Testers love that this one is made with 95 percent organic ingredients and has an amazingly slippy texture, thanks to the addition of agar from seaweed.

• Type: Aloe-based
• Size: 1.5 or 4 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with latex and polyisoprene condoms, but not with polyurethane condoms
• Ingredients: Aloe leaf juice, xanthan gum, agar, lactic acid, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, natural flavor

THE REVIEW: "I have used many lubricants, but, unlike most, this one remains smooth and silky from start to finish," reads one review. "It does not leave a sticky residue like lots of lubricants do. It is the only lubricant we use."

NGL, obsessed doesn't begin to describe how I feel about The Sex Gel. This water-based formula contains natural, gentle ingredients that provide soothing relief and hydration without stickiness (including hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, and allantoin)—and as a bonus, it'll help replenish vaginal moisture and keep mucus membranes protected with the help of lactic acid.

• Type: Water- and aloe-based
• Size: 1.7 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with latex, polyisoprene, and polyurethane condoms
• Ingredients: Aqua, aloe leaf juice, sorbitol, hydroxyethylcellulose, sodium benzoate, allantoin, lactic acid, potassium sorbate, sodium hyaluronate, vitamin E

THE REVIEW: As one review reads, "I've recently developed a sensitivity to glycerin, so I've been searching for an alternative to my normal lubricant. When I read the ingredient list for this product, I was intrigued. The ingredients are similar to those in the serums I use on my face. Best of all, this works! It helps keep things smooth and reduces friction.

Unflavored, unscented, and made with only six ingredients, Lola is here to ensure you get all the moisture you want without any of the irritants you don't need—and it's ideal for anyone who may be sensitive to aloe vera. Rather than aloe, this water-based lube is made with hydroxyethylcellulose (a plant-based thickening agent), so if you find that you're sensitive to certain organic and natural ingredients, this is the stuff for you.

• Type: Water-based
• Size: 1.7 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with latex, polyisoprene, and polyurethane condoms
• Ingredients: Water, propanediol, gluconolactone, hydroxyethylcellulose, sodium benzoate, citric acid

THE REVIEW: "I've tried a bunch of lubricants, but this one has become my go-to and I've purchased it many times," one buyer notes. "It's got just the right slickness, is long-lasting, and the pump is super easy to manage. Just a little comes out at a time, which is perfect. It's totally non-irritating. Sometimes 'unscented' lubricants will still have an indistinct smell, but this one doesn't. Five stars all around."

Okay, now THIS one is unique! Made with coconut water, this natural option rehydrates sensitive tissues and protects against irritation, all while providing you with a lubricating boost. It's free from artificial dyes, fragrances, or vulvar allergens, and it's 100 percent edible—oh, and according to reviewers, the subtle coconut flavor is *chef's kiss.*

• Type: Water-based
• Size: 3 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with latex, polyisoprene, and polyurethane condoms
• Ingredients: Coconut water, xanthan gum, guar gum, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate

THE REVIEW: "My spouse and I have been using Coconu’s water-based lubricant for about 2 years, and I can't say enough about it," one review reads. "This lubricant feels very natural, soothing, non-irritating, non-staining, and long-lasting. It is a little pricey but worth it!"

If you're looking for a lube that tastes and smells like vanilla cupcakes, you've come to the right place. The Coconut Love Oil is formulated with vanilla essence and a *touch* of stevia, so you don't have to worry about throwing off your vaginal biome if you use this internally. And since it's oil-based, it's super moisturizing and impressively long-lasting—though you'll wanna warm it up a bit before use.

• Type: Oil-based
• Size: 3.3 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with polyurethane condoms, but not latex or polyisoprene condoms
• Ingredients: Coconut oil, beeswax, deionized water, jojoba esters, sunflower seed wax, acacia decurrens flower wax, polyglycerin-3, natural flavor, stevia leaf exract

THE REVIEW: "This lube is so good," one review reads. "We loved the smell—it has faint hints of vanilla ice cream. The consistency was nice—not sticky or gooey. Bonus that it’s made with natural ingredients, so it’s edible and doesn’t taste bad!"

Another Cosmo Lube Award winner, this unique formula is made with organic flax seed-based glycerin (which actually has great moisturizing and healing properties), as well as vitamin E, hyaluronic acid, and bamboo extract to mimic natural lubrication. Plus, it contains libido-boosting herbal stimulants (like ashwagandha, black cohosh, and horny goat weed) to naturally heighten your pleasure.

• Type: Water-based
• Size: 3.7 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with latex and polyisoprene condoms, but not polyurethane condoms
• Ingredients: Organic flax seed-derived glycerin, propanediol, fermented bamboo extract, hyaluronic acid, ashwagandha root extract, black cohosh root extract, horny goat weed extract, vitamin E, sodium carboxymethylcellulose, citric acid, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate
  

THE REVIEW: "I’ve tried many, many lubes—this one is FANTASTIC!!!" one tester raves. "I’ve never been so pleased with a lube before. I’m 55, have sensitive skin, and am at the point where lube is a crucial part of my life. The slip, the texture, the action—this stuff has it all. I will never be without this stuff henceforth. LOVE it!!!"

Listen, warming lubes can be a lil...intense, to say the least. However! Even those with sensitive skin vouch for this water-based option from Intimate Earth, which is made with naturally-derived ingredients and infused with botanical extracts (including cinnamon bark, which is what gives it that extra oomph). The effect is subtle, but trust, it's *so* good.

• Type: Water-based
• Size: 4 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with latex, polyisoprene, and polyurethane condoms
• Ingredients: Plant-derived glycerin, aqua, ginger root extract, cinnamon bark extract, aloe leaf extract, lemongrass extract, goji fruit extract
  

THE REVIEW: "Best warming lube we've tried," one customer notes. "Goes on a little thick (like all the warming lubes). Then 'melts' into a great feeling, super slick lube. And lasts a lot longer than any other water-based lube we've tried. Not the cheapest, or most expensive, but we found it to be the best."

Wanna dip your toe into the world of CBD lubes? Made with just two ingredients (organically-grown broad-spectrum CBD and organic coconut oil), this best-selling lube is an all-natural way to ease discomfort, enhance arousal, and assist with both vaginal and anal penetration. It's also such a good value, considering most CBD lubes come in smaller volumes.

• Type: Oil-based
• Size: 3.8 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with polyurethane condoms, but not latex or polyisoprene condoms
• Ingredients: Coconut oil, broad-spectrum CBD

THE REVIEW: "I’ve dealt with vaginismus as well as endometriosis, and let me tell you, this lube has forever changed my life," one tester notes. "I’ve tried just about every lube on the market and this stuff takes the cake. I felt warm and soothed throughout my entire abdomen even half an hour after. I have NEVER opened up this much before down there during sex—this is an amazing, relaxing lube."

Many flavored lubes use artificial sweeteners that can wreak havoc on your vaginal biome...but that's not a problem with this bb. Available in four subtle varieties (with honey vanilla being my personal fave), this pH-balanced, naturally-flavored lubricant is both clean and effective, with a consistency that never gets sticky or tacky. Plus, ya gotta love the sustainable and recyclable packaging.

• Type: Water-based
• Sizes: 3.4 or 6.8 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with latex, polyisoprene, and polyurethane condoms
• Ingredients: Aqua, red algae extract, natto gum, propanediol, kelp extract, citric acid, hydroxyethylcellulose, cellulose gum, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, natural flavor

THE REVIEW: "I've tried so many lubes before and this is BY FAR the best one yet!" one tester raves. "The consistency is amazing and it lasts long. To top it all off, the flavor is super tasty, subtle, and unique—and it doesn't leave an aftertaste! I already gave one to my friend and will definitely try the other flavors soon!"