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Before You Buy Lubricant or Massage Products

Most people have a bottle or two of massage oil in their night stand. Some may even have a tube of KY lying around. But only a relative few have a more exotic treasure trove of sexual lubricants, massage oils and warming oils. If you think sexual lubricants are only for masturbation, anal sex and frigid housewives, you're dead wrong. A fun and frisky way to slick down the sex surface, lubricants, massage products and warming oils serve a practical and a sensual purpose, readying the body and senses for sexual play.

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Before you shell out a ton of cash for a top-line lube or massage product, make sure your purchase will be compatible with your sex-toy collection.
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Lubricants
A shallow handful of lubricant applied to the penis, vulva and vagina will ease penetration and make your wholel sexual experience more comfortable and more enjoyable for both partners. Whether you decide to try petroleum-, water- or silicone-based lubricants, take note of the various restrictions that go along with each. Try to share a sampler pack of assorted lubricants with your lover so the two of you can experiment with different flavors, consistencies and textures. If you don't find a lube you like right away, don't panic: there are about a zillion different kinds out there.
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Massage Products
Massage products do a variety of useful things: they spice up a boring night, lend a sensual dimension to a boring old back rub, and (most importantly) reduce friction, keeping your back silky, slippery and slick while your lover massages it. Do you know if you prefer massage oils, lotions or creams? Our top picks will help you figure it out!
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Warming Oils
Also known as edible oils, warming oils work in a similar fashion as massage oils: pour a few teaspoons in one hand, rub both hands together to warm and distribute, and then apply in a thin layer to the desired area. Gently rub into the skin, applying more when necessary. As you continue to massage, the warming oil will begin to heat up, causing your partner to feel a pleasantly warm sensation.
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