Cum Lubes Guide

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Read water-based and hybrid lubricant labels

Use the declared base and exact directions when comparing formulas.

Read the base independently of color

Several products here have a white or opaque appearance. The comparison groups them using the declared formula base because a color description does not identify ingredients. CalExotics lists Admiral as water based and identifies a water and silicone blend for its unscented hybrid.

Check both packages for compatibility

Match the exact formula label with the manufacturer directions for the condom or accessory you intend to pair it with. Check for explicit compatibility wording. For more on reading a condom package, see the wrapper and label guide.

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