Free Lube & Toy-Care Cheat Sheet (Printable)
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Most lubricants fall into three families. Here’s how they differ, at a glance.
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| Water-based | Silicone-based | Hybrid | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feel | Light, natural | Silky, very slick | Creamy |
| Lasts | Shorter (may need reapplying) | Longest | Medium–long |
| Clean-up | Water | Soap and water | Soap and water |
| With toys | Generally the safe default | Check the toy maker’s instructions | Check the label |
| Shower / bath | Washes away | Usually waterproof | Varies |
| On fabric | Washes out | May stain | Varies |
Three rules worth remembering
1. Toys: follow the toy maker. Some brands ask for water-based lube with their silicone toys. If the instructions don’t say, water-based or a toy-specific lube is the safe default.
2. Condoms: check compatibility. Planned Parenthood notes that oil-based products (like petroleum jelly or mineral and vegetable oils) damage latex and polyisoprene condoms. Choose a lube the label lists as condom-compatible.
3. Clean after every use. Use a toy cleaner or mild unscented soap, rinse, let it air-dry fully, and store it in its own pouch.
Label words, decoded
- Non-porous: a surface that’s easier to clean thoroughly (e.g. silicone, glass, steel).
- Waterproof: can be submerged. Check the label for how deep and how long.
- Splashproof: fine with splashes, not with submerging.
- Rechargeable: charges by cable; no batteries to buy.
- Hybrid lube: part water-based, part silicone-based.
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Free printable from SinfulShack (sinfulshack.com). General information, not medical advice. Always follow the product label and the toy maker’s instructions. For adults 18+.