Vaginal dryness and discomfort can make life uncomfortable for women. Things can be especially uncomfortable during sexual activity. As such, a variety of non-hormonal vaginal lubricants have been developed. Each LivRing® offers 7 days of continuous lubrication with an effective solution that contains no hormones or pharmaceutical ingredients.
Vaginal lubricants are designed to provide relief from the discomfort of dryness. A good vaginal moisturizer not only replaces a lack of natural moisture and lubrication, but it also increases a woman's enjoyment of the sexual experience. And for so many women, the preference is for a non-hormonal product.
3 Categories of Products
As a vaginal discomfort solution, a lubricant needs to make up for natural dryness. There are multiple ways to accomplish this along with different categories of products. Here are the three main categories:
1. Water-Based Lubricants
Water-based lubricants are among the most commonly utilized. They are widely available as well. They may or may not contain glycerin, and they tend to be compatible with latex condoms. The one downside to water-based products is their tendency to dry out more quickly. They are less desirable when applied manually.
LivRing utilizes a water-based lubricant contained in a biomedical-grade hydrophilic polyurethane ring that gradually provides lubrication for up to 7 days. Its main advantage over topical lubricants is having no mess to deal with. Even better, LivRing encourages spontaneity by eliminating the need to stop to apply lubricant.
2. Silicone-Based Lubricants
The second category of non-hormonal vaginal lubricants are silicone-based products. They are hypoallergenic and suitable for sensitive skin. They also tend to last longer than their water-based counterparts. However, silicone-based products are not compatible with silicone toys, and they are a bit more difficult to clean up.
3. Oil-Based Lubricants
The last category includes oil-based products. They are the longest lasting of the three. They also tend to be the messiest and can be very difficult to clean up. Women have to be careful because oil-based lubricants can increase the risks of vaginal infection. Also, oil-based products are not compatible with latex condoms.
Reasons for Using Non-Hormonal Vaginal Lubricants
Vaginal dryness is not always a problem around the clock. But it can be. So some women prefer a vaginal moisturizer mainly to make daily life more comfortable. Others, while they may benefit from continuous moisturizing, use a moisturizing product mainly to facilitate better and more comfortable sexual activity.
Here are the benefits of using a non-hormonal vaginal moisturizer:
- Immediate relief from vaginal dryness
- Reduced friction and discomfort during sex
- Moisturize and lubricate safely
- Moisturize and lubricate without the need for a prescription
- Reduce discomfort when used in conjunction with other vaginal dryness treatment
Vaginal lubricants are typically applied manually just prior to sexual activity. One of the benefits of the LivRing is being able to insert and forget about it for up to 7 days. In both cases, however, providing moisture and lubrication makes sexual activity more comfortable and more enjoyable.
When Choosing a Lubricant
When choosing a new non-hormonal vaginal lubricant, pay attention to ingredients. If you are prone to yeast infections, be careful about glycerin. Also be sure that the product you choose is safe to use with condoms (if applicable). And finally, consider the length of time a product is effective.
We recommend LivRing as a safe and effective product, offering a water-based lubricant for continuous dryness relief. For up to 7 days, LivRing offers gradual and ongoing lubrication that combats dryness and enhances sexual comfort. There are no messy topical applications and no need to risk ruining the mood by stopping to manually apply a lubricant.