Lubes & Accessories

Lubricant is the most underrated product in the bedroom. It makes everything feel better, reduces friction, prevents discomfort, and is essential for anal play and many toy-based activities. Beyond lube itself, this category covers everything that supports and enhances your sex life: cleaning products for your toys, delay sprays for lasting longer, enhancement creams for heightened sensation, and oral sex essentials that make going down more enjoyable for everyone.

Lubricants come in three main types. Water-based lubes are the most versatile and compatible with every toy material and condom. Silicone-based lubes last longer, work in water, and feel silkier but can't be used with silicone toys. Hybrid lubes blend both for a middle ground. Anal lubes are thicker formulations designed for the specific demands of anal play.

The accessories side includes toy cleaners and care products that keep your collection hygienic and in good condition. Delay sprays and products that help men last longer. Enhancement creams that increase sensitivity or arousal. And oral sex essentials including flavoured lubes and numbing sprays.

Apply lube generously. Most people use too little. A coin-sized amount is a good starting point for vaginal sex. For anal play, use significantly more and reapply as needed. Apply to both partners and to toys before insertion. You can always add more during the act. Keeping a pump bottle of lube within arm's reach means you can top up without breaking the flow.

Check compatibility before combining products. Water-based lube works with everything. Silicone lube degrades silicone toys. Oil-based products degrade latex condoms. When in doubt, water-based is always the safe choice.

Lubricants have a shelf life. Check the expiration date and don't use products that have changed colour, consistency, or smell. Store bottles upright in a cool, dark place. Wipe the nozzle clean after each use to prevent residue build-up. Toy cleaners and care products should be stored the same way. Keep everything away from extreme heat, which can degrade the formulations.

Lube reduces friction, which reduces discomfort, which means sex lasts longer and feels better for everyone. It's not a sign that something is wrong. Bodies don't always produce enough natural lubrication, especially with age, medication, hormonal changes, stress, or simply during longer sessions. Adding lube is the same as adding seasoning to food. It enhances what's already there.

For toy use, lube is practically mandatory. Most toys create more friction than skin, and the material doesn't self-lubricate. Using a toy without lube is uncomfortable at best and can cause irritation. With anal play, lube isn't optional because the anus doesn't produce natural lubrication at all.

Keep at least two types of lube available. A water-based lube for everyday use and toy play, and either a silicone or hybrid lube for longer sessions, shower sex, or situations where water-based dries out too quickly. If anal play is part of your routine, a dedicated anal lube with extra thickness is worth having separately.

Don't overlook the accessories. A good toy cleaner extends the life of your collection and keeps everything hygienic. Delay products can genuinely help if lasting longer is something you're working on. And flavoured lubes make oral sex more enjoyable if taste is a barrier.

With lubricants, the ingredients list matters more than the price tag. Avoid lubes containing glycerin (can cause yeast infections), parabens, or petrochemicals. A good water-based lube with clean ingredients costs around £8 to £15 for a bottle that lasts weeks. Premium lubes from brands like Sliquid and System JO use pharmaceutical-grade ingredients and feel noticeably smoother. Budget lubes work, but they tend to get sticky faster and need more frequent reapplication. For something that goes on your most sensitive skin, quality ingredients are worth the modest price difference.