3 lube elements that should never come near your vagina

Trust us, using a lubricant can be a lifesaver in the bedroom. However, a lot of the bestselling types contain some of the same ingredients that are also used in brake fluid.

And those elements might throw off the natural salt balance and pH in the vagina, putting you at a higher risk of contracting bacterial vaginosis. Below are some of the ingredients to steer clear of.

1. Glycerin

Glycerin, sugar alcohol, increases the osmolality of the lube. A high level of glycerin isn’t good. Too much of this sugar alcohol can lead to bacterial growth and unpleasant side effects like yeast infections and UTIs.

2. Petrochemicals

Most flavoured or warming sensation lubricants are made with petrochemicals, which are chemical substances derived from petroleum, and may be found in products like anti-freeze. True arousal causes engorgement and natural warming of sexual organs, so you don’t need to pour chemicals on there to make it burn.

3. Preservatives

Many people have had bad experiences with lubes that burn, itch, or feel really sticky during or after use. Oftentimes those side effects are caused by preservative ingredients like benzyl alcohol and citric acid. Natural products don’t have to cause those issues.

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