The Best Lubricants for Anal Sex
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Whether you're a seasoned pro or you're trying anal for the first time, you should know that one of the most important components to good butt play is using lube — and lots of it.
That might seem straightforward enough now ... that is, until you realize just how many different formulas there are out there on the market.
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How are you supposed to figure out which one is going to make anal sex feel as incredible as possible for you and your partner? To make your shopping trip a heck of a lot easier, we asked a few experts to give us their best recommendations for what they deem to be at the top of the lube pack.
Here are the best anal lubricants for anal sex, and what makes them so great no matter your budget:
The Best Lubricants for Anal Sex
Easy Anal Desensitizing Gel
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Not only is this lube well priced, but its long lasting formula means you'll end up using less of it. "Thick, rich and long-lasting, this numbing lube is great for anal newbies," says Katy Zvolerin, Director of Public Relations for Adam & Eve.
Intimate Earth Ease Relaxing Anal Silicone Glide
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"This silicone formula lasts and lasts, plus includes a natural relaxant to help the 'receiver' avoid clenching during penetration," says Zvolerin.
Pjur Eros Lube
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RIDE Bodyworx Silicone Lube
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One of the best parts about this specific lube is that its silicone-based, meaning "the skin will not absorb it making it staying power a key selling point," says Erik Vasquez, Marketing Director of RIDE Bodyworx. "This lubricant is safe to use with all condom materials, including the most common which is latex. The thiner consistency of this glide is perfect for any guy that enjoys that 'bare' feeling. It covers the penis and anus with a sheer, super-slick coating that prevents unwanted friction but still provides for maximum, natural sensation."
From $18 at RideLube.com
Wicked Anal Jelle Lubricant
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"Anal sex requires a thicker lube and special safety precautions," explains Dr. Ronald D. Blatt, board-certified gynecologist, chief surgeon and medical director of the Manhattan Center for Vaginal Surgery and Manhattan Centers for Women's Health. "Anal sex is more enjoyable and easier by using the right products that are specifically marketed or designed to enhance the enjoyment of anal sex. A thicker-consistency gel is preferable, because it helps the lubricant stay in place and reduces the risk of friction and abrasions."
Sliquid Naturals Sassy Lube
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If you're looking for something more water-based, this one will definitely get the job done. "This product is predominantly water and uses natural ingredients, such as plant cellulose derived from organic cotton as the thickening agent," says Vasquez. "Because it is much thicker than a standard water-base, this product offers the user extra padding for comfort during anal penetration, [and] it is safe to use on all condom materials and silicone toys."
überlube Silicone Lube
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Advertised as being useful for "sex, style and sport," überlube is good in and out of the bedroom. "High performance, long lasting, with a fantastic finish that is super hot in the bedroom is also used in high-end salons as a brilliant smoothing, finishing, and anti-frizz hair product," it reads on LuckyBloke, a global condom and lube hub found by Melissa White. "As if all of this weren't enough, athletes use überlube for running, biking, and swimming to eliminate chaffing. Instead of just being slippery, überlube is designed to transfer sensation while reducing friction." The point is to love the lube you purchase, and not to have it leaving you searching for a towel to clean up the sticky mess. This one checks off all the boxes (and then some) as a great addition to butt play.
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