How good is lube? At Max Black, we honestly worship the stuff.
Lubricants are great for sex, masturbation, toys and general intimate hydration. They come in all kinds of consistencies and are designed to take the pressure off your body, or even enhance sensation, so you can just focus on pleasure.
Water-based Lube ✅
Water-based Lube is toy-friendly, condom-friendly, easy to wash out of sheets, and generally the safest bet.
Important to know.. not all water-based lubes are created equal. Be aware that lubes are unregulated, which means that cheaper and lower quality = stay away. Supermarket brands often sneak in nasties like:
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Non-vegan glycerin
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Parabens
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Sugars & artificial flavourings
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Random chemicals we wouldn’t wish on our worst ex
Because lube enters the body directly, crummy formulas can cause irritation, UTIs, thrush, and general “why does it burn?” vibes. That’s why all our water-based lubes at Max Black are body-safe, vegan where possible, and free from the gross stuff. Simple.
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Silicone Lube ✅
Yes to effortless. Yes to “my body is a wonderland” levels of glide. Yes to condom-safe, long-lasting comfort.
But also: NO to using silicone lube with silicone toys. Silicone and silicone sometimes “bond” (romantic, but tragic), turning your gorgeous toy into a sticky, porous, unsafe lump. Not cute.
Otherwise? Silicone is brilliant for body-on-body, anal play, massage, and glass/metal toys.
Bonus reality: silicone lube is also great for chafing, makeup priming, and fixing squeaky doors. We multitask here.
Oil-based Lube 🚫
Look… we love coconut oil for cooking and hair masks, but for sex? Hard pass.
Oil breaks condoms, ruins toys, clings inside the body, disrupts natural flora, and invites infections to the party. Even “natural” oils can kill the good bacteria you need. And dipping your fingers into the same jar repeatedly? No..Not hygienic, babes.
Unless your doctor tells you otherwise (post-surgery, etc.) we vote: skip it.
Hybrid Lube ✅
A sweet lil’ mix of water + silicone. Great for people who want more glide without going full silicone. Still not always toy-safe — except standouts like Wicked Hybrid and Sliquid Silk, which are formulated to play nicely with silicone toys.
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Flavoured Lubes ⚠️
Flavour Town is open, and the menu has finally improved. Most flavoured lubes contain sugar, which means: good for tongues, not for vaginas. Stick to external play or grab a pH-friendly, vegan option like the Wicked range that uses stevia instead.
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Warming & Cooling Lubes ⚠️
Fun! But potentially spicy in the wrong way. Menthol, cinnamon, and peppermint can irritate sensitive bodies. Patch test first, and always choose quality brands.
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In Summary
Stay hydrated, stay curious, and stay lubed — in whatever way makes your bits happiest. Your body deserves smooth, comfy, fabulous pleasure.
Our Lube-dedication to you? Always slippery and never sticky, whether you’re looking for all-rounder lubricants or a separate lube for every occasion, we have no doubt you’ll find the best lubricants at Max Black. Can’t decide? Feel free to visit us in-store or call for extra advice.
Browse the line-up of Max-approved Lubes here
