Sex Query: Can Olive Oil Be Used as a Lube? Know More About Coconut/Grapeseed Oil and Other Natural Alternatives of Lubricants

There are several lubricants available in the market that help in making sex smoother. Lubricants or lube helps in creating friction between the genital parts, hereby making penetration easier. A user on Reddit happened to ask if olive oil, which is easily available in the market and in one’s kitchen too, can be used as a lube.

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There are several lubricants available in the market that help in making sex smoother. Lubricants or lube helps in creating friction between the genital parts, hereby making penetration easier. A user on Reddit happened to ask if olive oil, which is easily available in the market and in one’s kitchen too, can be used as a lube. The consistency of oil is such that it can act as a perfect lubricant. But can olive oil actually be useful when it comes to sex? Let’s find out. Smooth Sex For Intense Orgasm: What Is a Lube? Types of Lubricants and Hot Ways to Use Them While Having Sex!

Although a lot of people have claimed to have used olive oil as a lube, the result hasn’t been great for them. Although an oil, olive oil’s consistency and texture is far different than that of coconut oil. That’s one of the main reasons why many opt for coconut oil for smoother penetration during sex. Using olive oil for sex is not harmful as per reports but it may not be able to give you the same satisfaction as coconut oil.

Several users on the platform also recommended coconut oil as lube. While olive oil can still be considered as an option for vaginal sex, it is a strict no-no for anal sex. It is recommended that one uses either coconut oil or grapeseed oil. Another important point to note is to avoid using oil or oil-based lubes with condoms (especially the ones made with latex). The reason being oil-based lubricants can actually weaken the latex and cause them to break or tear. Not only does this increase the risk of pregnancy but can also make way for infections.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jul 02, 2020 09:00 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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