Personal lubricants make sex more fun–but not all of them are created equal. We’re covering how to find ones you’ll love and the ingredients to avoid.

Guest: Wirecutter writer Bianca Alba 

Products we recommend: 

• Best water-based lube:  Aloe Cadabra Natural Aloe
• Best thinner water-based lube: Coconu Water Based
• Best silicone lube: Überlube
• Best hybrid lube: Sliquid Silk
• Best oil-based lube: Coconu Oil Based
• Bianca recommends: Vuvla-shaped candle mold

Additional reading :

• The 6 Best Personal Lubricants of 2025
• The 5 Best Vibrators of 2025 
• The Best Anal Toys 
• How to Clean Sex Toys 

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