Anal Lube
Using lube during anal play is ESSENTIAL as your tush isn't self-lubricating. The best lubes for anal sex are long-lasting, so they stay the distance for the long build-up that pain-free anal sex requires. Check out our anal lube guide to know more about the different lubes we recommend for anal play.
Anal Lube: Comfort, Glide & Confident Pleasure
Lube is is essential in ensuring anal play is pain-free. Unlike the vagina, the anus doesn’t self-lubricate - the right lubricant makes all the difference, helping everything feel smoother, more relaxed, and far more pleasurable.
Whether you’re new to anal exploration or refining what you already love, our expert-curated range of anal lubes is designed to support your body, enhance sensation, and let you explore at your own pace.
Why Use Anal Lube?
Good lube isn’t just a nice-to-have... it’s absolutely KEY to comfort and confidence.
Anal lubricants are typically thicker and longer-lasting than standard lubes, helping reduce friction and allowing for a slower, more relaxed experience. The result? Less discomfort, more ease, and the freedom to focus on what feels good.
Using the right anal lube can make play feel smoother, safer, and more enjoyable - whether you’re using toys, fingers, or exploring with a partner.
Types of Anal Lubricants
Water-Based Anal Lube
Versatile, body-safe, and easy to clean. Water-based lubes are ideal for beginners and compatible with all toys and condoms.
Silicone-Based Anal Lube
Long-lasting and ultra-slick. Silicone lubes don’t dry out quickly, making them perfect for extended sessions or when you want a more seamless glide.
Thick & Cushioning Formulas
Designed specifically for anal play, these offer extra cushioning and a plush, comfortable feel.
Sensitive & Gentle Options
Free from fragrances and unnecessary additives. Perfect if your body prefers a softer, more minimal approach.
Hybrid Lubes
A blend of water and silicone, giving you the best of both — long-lasting glide with easier clean-up.
How to Choose Your Perfect Anal Lube
New to anal play?
Start with a thick water-based lube. It’s easy to use, toy-friendly, and simple to wash away.
Want something longer-lasting?
Silicone lubes stay slick for longer without needing frequent reapplication.
Using silicone toys?
Stick to water-based formulas to keep your toys in great condition.
Have sensitive skin?
Look for gentle, body-safe options without glycerin, parabens, or added fragrance.
Body-Safe & Expert-Curated
Every anal lube we stock is:
Body-safe and carefully formulated
Smooth, reliable, and designed for comfort
Chosen by our expert team with 30+ years of experience
We focus on products that support your body and your pleasure - no dodgy qualities or gimmicks, just quality you can trust.
Ready to Explore?
The right lube can completely transform how anal play feels - making it smoother, more comfortable, and far more enjoyable.
Browse our collection to find your perfect match, and if you’d like a little guidance, our friendly team is always here to help.
Anal Lube FAQ's
Using lube for anal play is super important. The tush doesn't produce enough moisture on its own. You may hurt yourself or your partner if you try to insert fingers, toys or a penis without the all-important anal lube. Anal lube makes play sensual and pain-free.
Nope. And nor do we carry it. It's important not to mask any pain, as pain is the body's way of telling you something isn't right. Only when your body is relaxed and ready for anal sex will it sensual and pleasurable.
Yes. Always use anal lube with all all forms of anal play and all anal sex toys . The butt isn't self-lubricating, so adding lube is crucial for safe, pain-free and comfortable anal play.
NO. Never use spit/saliva as lube for anal sex. It can increase risk of STI transmission and has no lubricating properties. A silicone or thick water-based lube is the best lube for your butt or the butt you love!
Nope. Lotions are likely to contain frangrances or chemicals that can irritate delivate anal membranes. Baby oil and Vaseline are also not suitable to uses as anal lube. Both break down condoms, trap bacteria and are difficult to wash off. Baby oil and Vaseline can also damage your sex toys.
- Regular water-based lube is thinner and may evaporate too quickly for the slow pace of anal sex.
- Thick water-based lube contains less water to provide substantial lubrication.
- Silicone Lube is also good for anal sex as it provides long-lasting and slippy lubrication. As the anus naturally flushes itself, it is less vulnerable to oil-induced infection than the vagina. All silicone-based lubes we sell are suitable for use with condoms.
Anal lube lowdown
Before you go putting an anal dildo, anal vibrator or a penis into an anus, there is something you need to buy: Anal lube. You are going to need LOTS of it!
The anus doesn’t produce much natural moisture and as it’s such a delicate area, you need to provide it with a good amount of the slippery stuff to ensure anal play is safe, comfortable and pain-free.
Anal lube protects anal tissues that are more easily torn than those of the vagina. Using lots of lube during every kind of anal play is absolutely key to ensuring anal sex is all pleasure and no pain.
Anal pleasure requires a slow pace, and using lube ensures that everything feels slippery and sensual throughout the journey.
From the very beginning through to the point where anal muscles relax enough to be receptive to penetration, you should ensure everything remains coated in lube. Keep applying, as any ‘drag’ can cause tension – and tension is the enemy of pleasurable anal sex!
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