A question for the ages: silicone or water based lub?

[marylander1940]

4 hours ago, moonlight said:

I like these in theory but changing the refills or even just pulling it up to see how much is left is a huge pain with these. The top always pops off which can become messy. Still use it though because it's still better than other travel options.

For trips is either carrying a bottle in a Ziplock bag or one small one-use small bags.

 

[Thomas_Belgium]

On 9/19/2024 at 2:52 PM, marylander1940 said:

For trips is either carrying a bottle in a Ziplock bag or one small one-use small bags.

 

According to TSA even the small bags have to be in a resealable bag (carry-on bag):

https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/liquids-rule

 

[moonlight]

I tried Pjur for the first time recently, based on recommendations here. I was surprised because it felt better in my ass than other silicone lubes I've tried. Previously I'd thought that water vs silicone vs oil was pretty much all that really mattered but I guess not.

The packaging/bottle sucks though. Screw top for lube? I might repackage it for myself in a better container.

I wonder what about it makes it feel more comfortable. Maybe the jojoba oil? I can't imagine there's much oil in it since it's latex compatible.

[+ Just Chuck]

My skin seems to absorb everything but silicone lube very quickly.   Silicone is my general-purpose go-to lube.  It provides the most durable lubrication that I've tried.

I use water-based lube on silicone rubber toys to keep them from turning into goo.  

I would like to find a silicone lube that's a bit thicker and more viscous so I could apply it more precisely.  Spilled silicone lube creates a real mess.  Spilled silicone lube on a tile floor is DANGEROUS.  

I was lucky to be on a flight back home when a silicone lube bottle leaked in my checked luggage.  I'd have had to scramble if I arrived in another city with all of my clean clothes soaked in silicone lube.

 

[Thomas_Belgium]

4 hours ago, Just Chuck said:

...I would like to find a silicone lube that's a bit thicker and more viscous so I could apply it more precisely...

 

Maybe you could try this one:

https://www.misterb.com/en/eros-mega-slide-500-ml-b2cen-912800

 

[Thomas_Belgium]

On 9/17/2024 at 7:46 PM, PhileasFogg said:

As in “petroleum jelly?”   I”m allergic to petroleum based products...

 

Beware that some condoms are lubricated with Vaseline, for example Kamyra Pull & Pasante Uniqe:

https://www.kamyra.de/c-2-pull/

https://pasante.com/collections/non-latex/products/unique-non-latex-condom-12-pack

 

[Thomas_Belgium]

5 hours ago, Just Chuck said:

...  I was lucky to be on a flight back home when a silicone lube bottle leaked in my checked luggage.  I'd have had to scramble if I arrived in another city with all of my clean clothes soaked in silicone lube.

 

Maybe you could consider using a resealable bag, even for your checked luggage. In my opinion these are very practical:

https://ziploc.com/en-us/products/bags/slider/medium-freezer

 

[+ Just Chuck]

1 hour ago, Thomas_Belgium said:

 

Maybe you could consider using a resealable bag, even for your checked luggage. In my opinion these are very practical:

https://ziploc.com/en-us/products/bags/slider/medium-freezer

 

Yes.  In fact, I put the lube bottle in one ziplock and put that ziplock bag inside another ziplock bag now.

[Thomas_Belgium]

21 hours ago, Just Chuck said:

Yes.  In fact, I put the lube bottle in one ziplock and put that ziplock bag inside another ziplock bag now.

 

Very smart. Beware the Eros thick silicone lube cums in a 17 oz (500 ml) package, so it's to large for a carry-on bag.

[Thomas_Belgium]

On 9/21/2024 at 3:19 PM, moonlight said:

...Maybe the jojoba oil? I can't imagine there's much oil in it since it's latex compatible.

 

According to the info I found jojoba oil is not compatible with latex condoms or polyisoprene condoms. Jojoba oil is compatible with polyurethane condoms, for example Trojan No Latex polyurethane condoms:

https://www.trojanbrands.com/en/products/condoms/raw-pure-feel-non-latex-condoms

 

[moonlight]

21 hours ago, Thomas_Belgium said:

 

According to the info I found jojoba oil is not compatible with latex condoms or polyisoprene condoms. Jojoba oil is compatible with polyurethane condoms, for example Trojan No Latex polyurethane condoms:

https://www.trojanbrands.com/en/products/condoms/raw-pure-feel-non-latex-condoms

 

Normally the rule is the oil is not compatible with latex or polyisoprene but Pjur explicitly states that all of their lubes are latex safe. Which leads me to believe there isn't much jojoba oil in there, or at least not enough to break down the latex. If it was just straight oil instead of being primarily silicone it would probably be different story.

From their website: All of our personal lubricants undergo a condom test. So you can rest assured that all pjur personal lubricants are also compatible with latex condoms.

[BiGuyNola]

Large and well-endowed cocks absolutely require the use of silicone lube, with an undeniable emphasis on require. The smooth, lasting, fresh glide provided by silicone isn't just a suggestion—water based might rip ass haha. Without silicone, the experience gets far less enjoyable in time, and potentially even painful, due to the greater sizes and increased friction. When it comes to really big cocks, silicone lube isn’t just a nice-to-have, it's a non-negotiable necessity.

[mike carey]

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A gentle reminder that this thread is about types of lube to use, not about condom use (although which lubes are compatible with condoms is okay). Off topic comments will be removed, as some already have.

[marylander1940]

I know guys who would prefer water based when it comes to bottoming and silicon for jerking off. 

I understand why some consider dealing with silicone could be troublesome because of having to wash bedsheets and the fact that remains in your hands and body longer. 

[Arab]

Water based lube is mostly for straight sex, and for average-sized cocks. Depends on how much sensation you want. Silicone makes anal easier. Some cocks are un-takeable with water-based lube.

[hungry4darkmeat]

I’ve used every option many times over. I used to be able to take huge pipe with just a touch of vaseline or spit- now that I know better I use boy butter it’s made from coconut oil and it’s fantastic.

[marylander1940]

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