8 Best Lubes (2024): Water-Based, Silicone, and Dispensers

I’ll scream it from the mountaintops as many times as I have to: Your bedroom should have a bottle of lube! Ideally more than one. Whether you’re flying solo or with a copilot(s), too much friction is a bad time for everyone. Even if it doesn’t seem like you need a lubricant, you’d be better off using a little just to protect yourself from chafing and micro-tears on sensitive tissues.

We’ve tested a handful of different kinds of lube, and below you’ll find our top recommendations. Be sure to check out our Best Sex Toys and Best Vibrators guides for more picks.

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Updated March 2024: We added the Coconu Oil-Based Lube, Kindred Black’s Gamine of Greenwich Village lube, an honorable mentions section, and updated advice and prices throughout.