EasyGlide Anal Relaxing Lubricant – Anal Water Based Lubricant – Compatible with Latex and Silicone - 150ml

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Whenever we talk about anal sex, questions about poop inevitably pop up, so it can be helpful to know going in what you can expect. So first, let’s walk through what actually happens inside your body when you poop. Food starts in your stomach, where it gets broken down. Then it passes through your small intestine, where it gets digested even more. The remaining food waste—that’s poop—gets stored in your large intestine, which is a long tube also known as the colon, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.

Respect your boundaries: If at any point you experience pain or discomfort that doesn’t improve with time or additional lubrication, it’s essential to stop and communicate with your partner. Consent should be ongoing and enthusiastic. There aren't many hard and fast rules in the bedroom, but when it comes to anal sex, there is at least one: Using lube is an absolute must. I don’t recommend it for people with allergies or sensitive skin because it can lead to potential skin infections, trapped bacteria, and breakouts. THE REVIEW:"So I bought this after doing plenty of research and was curious if this would be a good lube for anal intercourse…and [it] EXCEEDED the expectation of just being another basic silicone lube," writes one customer. "We tried it on both of us, and the texture is unlike any other brand...[and] we have tried many brands to date. It seemed to make everything go in and out easy with very little lube degradation or anal pain."

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This water-based lube is made without parabens for a more ~natural~ experience, and the simple pump top makes it *so* easy to dispense (though it also comes in a smaller, travel-friendly version). Plus, you don't have to worry about clean up, because this formula won't stain your stuff. And though this formula is relatively simple and non-allergenic, it does contain glycerin, so it's not a great choice for vulvas. Throw on your bathing suits, folks, because we're going down the slip-n-slide to find the best anal lube for you. Going into anal sex without a lubricant is like going through your day without coffee: painful and almost always unsuccessful. On a more serious note, “using lube for anal play is crucial,” Jenn Mason, founder and owner of WinkWink, a Washington-based, women-owned sex shop, tells SELF. We spoke with experts to understand what to look for when shopping for anal lubes and why it’s beneficial for anal sex. Why should you use anal lube? It has to be the best lube for anal sex ever! Silky smooth and helps make it easier to take either a toy or the real deal! Love this lube, and so does my ass! This advice still stands if your partner ejaculates inside you. Though some people worry this could cause runny poops that resemble diarrhea, Dr. Frankhouse says this actually isn’t the case. For one thing, since poop usually isn’t in your rectum until you’re close to expelling it, there’s no real opportunity for poop and semen to mix. Even if poop could go farther up into your colon, semen is usually runny. Since your anus will likely remain expanded for a few minutes after anal sex, that semen can just leak right on out, Dr. Frankhouse says. If you want to go to the bathroom to expel that, feel free, but it’s not necessary!

Even if you are in a fluid-bonded relationship, using condoms is especially important if you’re switching from anal to vaginal penetration. Otherwise, you risk moving bacteria from your anus to your vagina or urethra. Your anus is home to all kinds of bacteria your vagina and related parts aren’t used to—namely, gastrointestinal (GI) bacteria, like E. coli. When this bacteria reaches your vagina, it can cause vaginal infections, like bacterial vaginosis, which can lead to vaginal itching, burning during urination, a “fishy” vaginal odor, and gray, white, or green vaginal discharge, according to the Mayo Clinic. It can also spread to your urethra, where it can cause a urinary tract infection (UTI). According to the Mayo Clinic, this can cause symptoms like constantly needing to pee, then a burning sensation when you do, along with cloudy urine and pelvic pain.

Then my partner and I used it for anal penetration (on her). Normally we also use water-based lubricant from another brand. We applied a generous amount (a few squeezes) of EasyGlide to my penis and around her anus. Penetration was quite easy. You can't really "feel" the slight numbing effect. By that I mean that the anus (and penis) does not feel numb or desensitized. So it's not comparable to something like anesthetic lidocaine cream, and that is a good thing. What you don't want is for the anus to become so numb that you don't notice when the friction starts to cause small tears.

Test for Allergies: Before applying any product to sensitive areas, test it on a less sensitive part of your body (like the inside of your forearm) to ensure you don’t have an allergic reaction. Relax your sphincter muscles: The key to comfortable anal penetration is to relax the anal sphincter. You can do this by taking deep breaths, exhaling slowly, and consciously relaxing your pelvic floor muscles, like you are having a bowel movement to help the muscles open up.EasyGlide lubricants are some of the cheapest you can find (€7.95 for 150 ml is really nothing). It is safe to use with condoms and toys. The bottles are easy to open and it's also very easy to dispense the right amount. The lube is fine if you don't have too many demands and don't want to spend too much money. Natural Extracts: Some products use natural ingredients like jojoba extractor clove oilto create a relaxing effect. If you're thinking about having anal sex or engaging in any kind of anal play, your safety and comfort (and pleasure) should always be at the forefront of your mind. Unfortunately, when it comes to anal penetration, you can't just go in there without any preparation. Not only is that painful, it also makes you more susceptible to sexually transmitted infections, like gonorrhea and HIV, board-certified ob-gyn Jacques Moritz, M.D., tells SELF. That’s because these tears create openings in the skin, potentially allowing infection-causing pathogens to enter.