Lube & Arousal Chosen by Women at Sh! Women's Store

Lube & Arousal

Our collection of Lube & Arousal chosen by women.

Lube is the best, most pleasure-enhancing sexessory you can buy, making all sex play; solo, with toys or with a partner super-sensual by heightening sensations and sensitivity. We choose each lubricant for its own benefits; vegan lube, organic lube, paraben-free & glycerin-free lube we have it! Slide into our lubricant advice guides to get the lowdown on why wetter is always better ;)

Which is the best lube for you?

Water-based is best 'everyday' lube
+ Widest choice.
+ Washes off body & sheets easily.
+ Safe to ingest.
+ Safe to use with condoms.
+ Safe to use with silicone toys.
- Can dry up. Add water to re-activate.

- Paraben preservatives can cause hormone disruption, allergic reactions, and possibly cancer.

+ Paraben-free lubricants are the safest.

Silicone lube never dries up.
+ Stays slippery until washed off with soap and water
+ Great for shower sex, (careful - also makes tiles slippery!)
+ Safe to use with condoms
- NOT safe to use with silicone toys
- May stain sheets

Can be caused by:
- Menopause
- Childbirth & breastfeeding
- Hysterectomy
- Hormonal contraception
- Antidepressants & Antihistamines
- Chemotherapy
- Diabetes

+ We recommend a thicker water-based lube.

- Lubes containing glycerine can trigger yeast & bacterial infections

+ We recommend glycerine-free lube.

Flavoured lube is best, as it's formulated to be edible.

+ Adds extra glide and fun flavours to oral sex.

- Don't use flavoured lubes for vaginal sex

- Many regular lubes are slightly acidic to match the pH level of the vagina, and could kill sperm.

+ Sperm-friendly lubricant is your go-to lube when baby making!

Lube & Arousal FAQ's

WHAT IS LUBE FOR SEX?

Lube is the best accoutrement for sex, ever! Lube, or 'lubricant', to give its full title, is a fluid or gel-like substance that once applied liberally to genitals and sex toys greatly enhances sensations (and reduces friction or chafing) to ensure pleasure is the only focus of your bedroom antics!

WHY USE LUBE?

Lube not only reduces friction and enhances pleasure, it also takes away any pressure or worries about being 'wet enough' and means sex can go on and on... Lube is essential for all anal play as the butt doesn't produce its own moisture - anal lube is thicker/more long-lasting for the slow pace required for pleasurable anal play.

DOES LUBE GIVE YOU MORE PLEASURE?

Yes! Studies show that women/vulva-owners who use lubricant during sex have higher levels of satisfaction and less pain than those who don't. They also reported that water-based lubricant was best.

DOES LUBE EXPIRE?

Yes. Lube has an expiry date imprinted on bottle. It should be used within 12 months of opening.

HOW DO I ASK TO USE LUBE?

It can feel tricky to ask a partner to use lube, but it shouldn't be. Try these ways of introducing lube:
- Say: 'I'm really excited to try this [show lube] with you!'
- Sexily ask your partner to drizzle lube on you during play.
- Sexily drizzle lube on both of you during sex and get sliding...
- Apply lube to yourself while they watch - make a show of it!
- Use lube for a massage, slowly working your way to their vulva or penis - it'll feel so good they won't question it!

HOW DOES AROUSAL CREAM/GEL WORK?

They increase the blood flow to the body part where they have been applied. This increases sensitivity and can feel tingling and/or warming. Arousal creams, gels or oils for the clitoris can be especially helpful if you struggle with orgasms or low libido.

HOW TO USE AROUSAL CREAM/GEL ?

Always start with a small amount of arousal cream or gel. You can always apply more if you want more intense sensations.
- Nipple stimulating gel is rolled around nipples and areolas.
- Clit-stimulating creams & gels - apply sparingly to the tip of the clitoris.
- G-Spot stimulating creams & gels - Massage cream inside the vagina, around G-Spot area.
- Anal enhancing creams & gels are massaged into the anus.