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Hey everyone

What type of lubricates and how can I lubricate the condom and mt vagina right before sex
PLEASE HELP!

[loveofachild]

Hope this works

Use vaseline. Might sound gross, but vaseline works well. Saliva. Give him oral sex, and he gives it to you. I dont too much like lubrication, but if you do decide to use some, use KY Jelly. They have the 2 in 1. Massage and lubricant. (as far as the vaseline and the condom, only put vaseline on the vagina).

[Iseult]

Aaargh no, NEVER use Vaseline as a lubricant with a condom*!

The reason for this is that most condoms are made of latex rubber and oils (such as those in Petroleum Jelly/Vaseline) cause latex to break down, reducing the strength of the condom by up to 95% in 15 minutes.

Other lubricants that should NOT be used with latex rubber are:

• Baby oil
• Cooking oil
• Massage oil
• Body lotion
• Bath oil
• Hand cream
• Suntan oil
• Hair conditioner
• Saliva is not a good idea either, because it dries fast and could theoretically transmit HIV or hepatitis, which would ultimately defeat the purpose of a condom, wouldn't it?

Instead, use water-based lubricants, such as KY Gel, Sylk, Boots Lubricating Jelly, Durex Play lubricant, Senselle or Replens. These are all suitable for use with latex condoms. All good pharmacies will stock water-based lubricants. If in doubt, look at the packet; a water-based one will have this indicated on its packaging.

*There are condoms available that are made from polyurethane, rather than latex. They are generally for use by those who are allergic to latex, but oil-based lubricants can be used with those without the risk of plastic-degradation.

[alibaby]

Thank You!!!

Aaargh no, NEVER use Vaseline as a lubricant with a condom*!

The reason for this is that most condoms are made of latex rubber and oils (such as those in Petroleum Jelly/Vaseline) cause latex to break down, reducing the strength of the condom by up to 95% in 15 minutes.

Other lubricants that should NOT be used with latex rubber are:

• Baby oil
• Cooking oil
• Massage oil
• Body lotion
• Bath oil
• Hand cream
• Suntan oil
• Hair conditioner
• Saliva is not a good idea either, because it dries fast and could theoretically transmit HIV or hepatitis, which would ultimately defeat the purpose of a condom, wouldn't it?

Instead, use water-based lubricants, such as KY Gel, Sylk, Boots Lubricating Jelly, Durex Play lubricant, Senselle or Replens. These are all suitable for use with latex condoms. All good pharmacies will stock water-based lubricants. If in doubt, look at the packet; a water-based one will have this indicated on its packaging.

*There are condoms available that are made from polyurethane, rather than latex. They are generally for use by those who are allergic to latex, but oil-based lubricants can be used with those without the risk of plastic-degradation.

Thank you! I almost jumped out of my chair when I read about the vaseline!

[loveofachild]

WOW Iseult,

you are just the lubrication, and condom queen arent you? Thank you, some insight for me also.

I apologize babygirl, Im just going by what I do. Everyone is different that is why it is an oppinion. If you are already turned on before you start the condom will do its job alone.

[Iseult]

Thank you, loveofachild, although I'm not entirely sure why you posted that article. It does not prove the Hepatitis can not be transmitted through saliva, it just makes reference to evidence indicating that Hepatitis C might not be transmitted via saliva, or at least that the risks are relatively small. My statement still stands that saliva can theoretically (or potentially, if you'd prefer that term) transmit Hepatitis.

[loveofachild]

I know, I just wanted her to understand, and for my understanding also. That's all

Thank you too.

[GentileBen]

Hey yeah, oil based lubricant is a real no - no !!

Used KY Jelly or a similar product that is water based.

Also get good condoms, like Japanese Okamoto made of Sheerlon, thinner, stronger, less tearing, and well yeah COMFORT !!!