Anal Lubes
Anal lubricants have denser and longer-lasting formulas than conventional ones, designed for an area that does not produce its own lubrication. Water or silicone-based, with or without a relaxing effect, they are essential for safe and pleasurable anal sex. Over 160 products from specialised brands such as Pjur Back Door and Durex.
Anal Lubricants: Why They Are Essential and Which to Choose
Anal lubricants have thicker and longer-lasting formulas than conventional ones because the anal area does not produce its own lubrication. They are not an optional supplement — they are essential for any safe and pleasurable anal practice. Without lubricant, anal sex can cause micro-tears in the mucosa that increase the risk of infections. Over 160 specific products.
Water-Based vs Silicone-Based for Anal Sex
Extra-thick water-based: compatible with condoms and silicone toys. Requires reapplication. Ideal if you use anal toys (plugs, prostate stimulators). Brands: Pjur Analyse Me, System JO Anal H2O, Sliquid Sassy. Silicone-based: does not absorb, does not need reapplication, lasts the entire session. The best option for prolonged anal penetration. DO NOT use with silicone toys. Brands: Pjur Back Door (the industry reference), Swiss Navy Anal, Überlube.
About lubricants with a relaxing effect: they contain extracts that relax the sphincter (clove, jojoba). They are useful for beginners but should not contain anesthetics (benzocaine/lidocaine) — pain is a signal that something is wrong, and numbing it is dangerous.
Frequently Asked Questions About Anal Lubricants
Can I use regular lubricant for anal sex?
Technically yes, but it's not ideal. Anal lubricants are thicker and longer-lasting because the anal area absorbs lubricant faster than the vaginal area. A standard lubricant dries out quicker and requires frequent reapplications. If you already have water-based lubricant, it works — but apply more than usual.
How much lubricant should I apply for anal sex?
More than you think. Apply generously to the outer area, on your finger/toy/penis, and add more inside the anal canal with your finger. Reapply every time you notice dryness. In anal sex, using too much lubricant is impossible — not using enough is the most common mistake.
Do anal lubricants with a relaxing effect work?
Those that use natural ingredients (jojoba, clove) moderately help relax the muscles. Those that use anesthetics (benzocaine) work but we do not recommend them: they numb the area, which prevents detecting pain — and pain is your body telling you to slow down.