Water-based lubricant is designed to decrease friction while masturbating or during foreplay and intercourse. Whether water-based lube is used during intimate moments with yourself or with a partner, the effects are the same. By providing a smooth and easy glide during sex, any discomfort associated with friction can be alleviated with the help of plant-based ingredients like Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba (Guar) Gum. Since water-based intimate products are well, water-based, they are ultra compatible with our own natural bodily fluids. This means that water-based lube provides the same comfort as natural vaginal wetness. This can be a game changer for anyone experiencing vaginal dryness.

While both water-based lubricant and oil-based lubricant should have their own spot in the drawer of your nightstand, water-based lube does offer some advantages over its oil-based counterpart. 

• Water soluble: Water-based lube will always wash away easily, which makes for easy clean up after an exhausting intimate session. No soap or scrub is necessary, you can easily wipe off water-based lube with just a wet wipe or damp cloth. 
• Non-staining: Because who likes oil stains on their sheets? When using water-based lube during sex, it is virtually impossible to ruin your sheets. Any residue should come out easily in the wash. 
• Lower risk of bacteria introduction: When it comes to introducing fungi or bacteria, particularly to the vagina, water-based lubricants are less likely to harbor or promote the growth of either one than oil-based lubricants. When you opt for high-quality oil-based lubricants, check for expiration dates, store properly, and avoid “double dipping.” Double dipping is when a finger or penis that has entered the anus and then the vagina without cleansing. Regardless of brand, the likelihood of bacteria growth can be reduced by using a water-based lubricant and avoiding the above practices. To take extra precautions against bacteria introduction, use our Cleanse Intimate Skin Foaming Wash for a worry-free clean anytime, including after sex. 
• Lighter feel: Some people may prefer the lighter and more natural viscosity of water-based lube over its oil-based counterparts. Oil-based lubricants can be described as heavy and greasy but may provide more of a “glide” than water-based lube. 

While water-based lubricants have plenty of advantages, there are times when you may reach for an oil-based product instead. Oil-based lubricants can provide longer-lasting lubrication, ensure a gentle glide during shower or pool sex where water-based lube may wash away, and provide nourishment to dry intimate skin. Some oil-based products to try include:

• Nourish Intimate Skin Moisturizer: Nourish Intimate Skin Moisturizer is a clean, oil-based formula to gently moisturize intimate skin and soften pubic hair.
• Relax Body and Massage Oil: Relax Body and Massage Oil is a clean massage oil that doubles as an everyday body oil with lavender aromatherapy.
• Desire Sensual Pleasure Oil:  Desire is a stimulating formula to increase pleasure before and during intimate moments.
• Luxe Massage Oil: Let the stress of your day melt away with this ultra-luxurious massage oil that doubles as a moisturizing body oil and features full-spectrum hemp extract to provide a calm and relaxing effect during intimate moments - or anytime at all. 

Luxe Arousal Oil: This mindful blend of plant-based ingredients such as Turnera Aphrodisiaca Leaf/Flower Oil, Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Seed Oil, and Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil is designed to increase pleasure and sensation before and during intimate moments. You can try both the Luxe Massage Oil and Luxe Arousal Oil in our The Luxe Bundle. For a water-based arousal serum that is condom and sex toy-compatible, try our Luxe Arousal Serum.

Most water-based lubricants, including Bloomi’s water-based products, are designed to be pH-balanced. This is important because, without proper pH balance, the vagina is at risk of harboring harmful bacteria that may cause infection.

As long as there are no established sensitivities to ingredients used in water-based lubricants, they should not contribute to the development of a yeast infection. At Bloomi, all of our plant-based formulas are developed without intimate skin allergens such as glycerin, gluten, phthalates, sulfates, parabens, alcohol, artificial dyes, and synthetic fragrances. We take pride in holding the only clean standard in the industry, ensuring that harmful ingredients stay out of your most intimate areas.

Does Bloomi’s Smooth Water-Based Lubricant have a scent?

As a part of our commitment to clean products that not only feel good but are good for you, our Smooth water-based lubricant is free of added scent. Due to the nature of the plant-based ingredients in Bloomi’s water-based lubricant, you may pick up a slight earthy smell. This very mild scent is not harmful and is quite pleasant. 

Can you use water-based lube with silicone toys and condoms?

Water-based lube is the only lubricant that is completely safe to use with silicone sex toys and condoms. The effectiveness of a condom may be rendered useless when used in combination with oil-based products. Because oil-based lube has the potential to degrade silicone and latex materials, this leaves you at risk of STIs and pregnancy. Similarly, your silicone sex toys may be at risk of degradation when used with oil-based products. Water-based lube is the best lube for silicone sex toys and latex protection products. 

Are water-based lubricants safe for conception?

If you are TTC (trying to conceive), including a lubricant in your intimate sessions can be super helpful, if not necessary, due to vaginal dryness. Fertility medications and the lack of spontaneity that comes along with having sex for the sole purpose of TTC can contribute to a much dryer sexual climate - if you know what we mean. Personal lubricants can make those baby-making sessions much more comfortable. Are water-based lubricants safe for conception, though? The answer is, it depends. There are certain ingredients to avoid when looking for a sperm-friendly water-based lubricant. 

Glycerin: Because glycerin is made up of very dense molecules, it actually acts as a roadblock for sperm that is trying to make its way to an egg. 

Petroleum jelly: Petroleum jelly can potentially contain toxic carcinogens that are harmful to your reproductive system. 

Sperm needs lubrication that mimics that of cervical mucus in order to perform to the best of its abilities. This means skipping ingredients that may affect sperm motility and its ability to move spontaneously in an attempt to reach an egg. 

Finding a water-based lubricant that is pH-balanced can help with safe conception. 

Whether you are trying to conceive or not, you can trust the ingredients in Bloomi’s water-based lubricants. As always, our products are made with ultra-clean plant-based ingredients that are actually good for you. 

What are the main ingredients used in Bloomi’s Smooth Water-Based Personal Lubricant?

Opting for products with clean, natural, and safe intimacy ingredients is important. As a testament to just how much we prioritize the health and wellness of our customers, Bloomi holds the only clean standard in the industry. This means that no toxic products, ingredients, or toys will go near your most intimate areas, ever. All of our products are made without the addition of any irritants or common allergens. For example, here is a breakdown of some of the main ingredients in Bloomi’s Smooth Water-Based Personal Lubricant:

1. Organic Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract: Sunflower seed extract acts as a natural moisturizer to increase comfort and decrease friction during sex. 
2. Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba (Guar) Gum: Guar gum is essentially a thickening agent used to perfect the viscosity and give the moisturizer a thicker, smoother glide. 
3. Organic Camellia Sinensis Leaf (Green Tea) Extract: Green tea extract has natural calming effects on the skin, which can be beneficial during high-friction moments. As a bonus, green tea extract is also an antioxidant!

Here at Bloomi, our dedication to bringing you only the best intimate products is apparent in each of our lubricants, arousal oils, massage oils, silicone sex toys, and every other product that we have carefully crafted. We even offer 24/7 customer support as well as a one-year hassle-free warranty on all of our products. With a wide variety of inclusive sex products designed for men, women, and all genders, you’re sure to find everything you need, made with ingredients that you can trust.