JO Gelato Creme Brulee Flavored Water-Based Lubricant – 1 oz

The 1 oz JO Gelato Creme Brulee is a small bottle of dessert-flavoured water based lubricant: vanilla custard and caramel, no sugar. It's the try-it-first size of System JO's Gelato line, handy if you're curious about flavoured lube but not ready to commit to a big bottle of one taste, or if you want something that fits in a toiletry bag.

Why start with the 1 oz size

Flavour is personal. Some people love a rich vanilla-caramel profile; others find any dessert taste too sweet after a few minutes. The 1 oz bottle lets you find out without having a large bottle left over. It's also the size that travels well: small enough for a carry-on liquids bag, a nightstand drawer or a weekend kit. If Creme Brulee becomes a favourite, the 4 oz Creme Brulee is the same formula in a larger bottle.

What it tastes like

JO describes the flavour as the creaminess of vanilla with caramel, modelled on the burnt-sugar top of a crème brûlée. The sweetness comes from sucralose instead of sugar, so there's nothing to caramelise or turn sticky on the skin. Expect a smooth vanilla first and a toasted caramel note after it. A drop on the tip of your tongue before you start is the quickest way to see whether you like it.

How to use a small bottle well

• Use a few drops for kissing and oral play; the flavour is concentrated enough that more isn't needed.
• For hands or toys, add a little at a time. With a 1 oz bottle, a splash of water to reactivate the glide stretches it further than reapplying.
• Close the cap after each use so the bottle doesn't leak in a bag.

What's in this water based lubricant

The formula is a short one: water and glycerin, a cellulose thickener, potassium sorbate as the preservative, plus flavour, sucralose, salt and citric acid (full list under Specifications). It contains glycerin, which matters if you avoid it; note that one FAQ answer on JO's site says otherwise, but the ingredient panel lists it. There is no silicone or oil, so it rinses away with water.

JO states compatibility with latex, polyisoprene and polyurethane condoms, and names silicone, glass and stainless steel among the toy materials it suits. It is not a contraceptive or spermicide. Like any lubricant it makes floors and tubs slippery, so wipe spills promptly.

Who might prefer something else

For play in the shower or bath, a water-based formula like this rinses away quickly; a silicone lube holds up far better in water. People who dislike sweet tastes, or who want an unflavoured bottle for everyday use, will be happier with plain JO H2O. And if glycerin has bothered you before, read the full ingredient list below before you order.

Other Gelato flavours

If vanilla-caramel isn't your thing, the Gelato line also comes in Mint Chocolate and Salted Caramel, and the Tri-Me Gelato triple pack lets you sample several at once.

Specifications

• Brand: System JO, Gelato collection
• Flavour: Creme Brulee (vanilla and caramel)
• Type: flavoured water-based lubricant, sugar-free
• Size: 1 fl oz (30 mL)
• Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Potassium Sorbate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Flavor (Aroma), Sucralose, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid
• Condoms: latex, polyisoprene, polyurethane (per JO)
• Made in the USA
• Also in: 4 fl oz

See more flavoured lubes, or read our lubricant guide to compare water, silicone and hybrid bases.