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Do not use oil-based lubricant:
• With latex condoms. It will damage the latex. This will make it more
likely for you to get pregnant or get an infection.
• With sex toys. The oil will damage the toy.
• Inside your vagina. Many oil-based products are very hard to wash off
or to ush out of your body. Synthetic (non-natural) oils can stay in your
vagina for days.
This can change the pH (acid) level in your vagina, making it easier for germs
to grow. It can lead to infections in your vagina and urinary tract. One
example of synthetic oil is petroleum jelly (Vaseline).
Natural oils (e.g. natural coconut or almond oils) are often safe to use inside
your vagina as they are easier for the body to clear, but they should not be
used with latex condoms or sex toys.
What are some product examples of oil-based lubricant?
Some examples of oil-based lubricants are:
• natural Vitamin E liquid capsules
• natural coconut oil
• natural almond oil
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As mentioned above, natural oils can be used inside your vagina since they
are easier for the body to clear. They can be found at some pharmacies and
grocery stores, and most health food stores.
Vitamin E oils are often sold in capsules. They can be found in the vitamin
section of most pharmacies. You can poke a small hole in the Vitamin E
capsule to get the oil on your ngers.
Specialty sexuality shops will carry many kinds of oil-based lubricants.