XR Passion Lubricants Water-Based 10 oz

XR Passion Water-Based is a clear, glycerin-free water-based sex lubricant in a 10 oz bottle. It has a slippery, non-sticky texture that suits vaginal sex, anal play and toys of every material, including silicone, and it's compatible with condoms. It's a practical everyday lube for anyone who wants a simple formula, an easy clean-up and a bottle that lasts.

A glycerin-free formula

Many water-based lubes use glycerin to add slip and slow down drying, but it can leave a sticky, tacky feel as it dries, and some people simply prefer to avoid it. Passion leaves glycerin out. It's also free from parabens and, according to XR, petrochemicals. The glide comes from plant-derived thickeners such as xanthan gum and cellulose, which give it body without stickiness. The ingredient list is short: purified water, propanediol, xanthan gum, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate, citric acid and hydroxyethylcellulose.

Safe with toys and condoms

Because it's water-based, Passion works with silicone toys, which can be damaged by silicone lube. It's equally fine with glass, metal, TPE and TPR toys, strokers and vibrators. XR says it's compatible with condoms. Note that it is a lubricant, not a contraceptive, so it doesn't replace a condom or other method.

Using water based lube for anal

Water-based lube is a sound choice for anal play when you're using silicone toys or condoms. The anus doesn't make its own lubrication, so be generous: apply to yourself, your partner or the toy, and add more before you feel any drag. Water-based formulas absorb over time, so keep the bottle close. XR says Passion doesn't need much reapplication for a glycerin-free lube, but long anal sessions will still need a top-up. If you want maximum staying power and aren't using silicone toys, a silicone lube lasts longer.

For vaginal sex, a thin layer is usually enough, and the glycerin-free formula appeals to people who find sweeter lubes leave them feeling sticky afterwards. As with any new product, try a small amount first if your skin is sensitive.

Clean-up

Passion rinses off with warm water, and soap takes care of any residue. XR describes it as non-staining, so it washes out of sheets in a normal cycle. It also won't leave an oily film on skin or toys. That ease of clean-up is one of the main reasons people keep a water-based lube on the nightstand even if they own a silicone one too.

The 10 oz bottle

At 10 oz, this is a generous size for regular use. The bottle stands 7.5 inches tall and 2 inches wide, so it fits in a nightstand drawer or a shower caddy. Water will thin it in the shower, though, so it's better suited to the bedroom than to bath play. Close the cap after each use so the lube doesn't thicken at the opening, and keep it away from direct heat. If you're new to lube, start with a coin-sized amount; you can always add more, and with a clear formula you won't notice leftovers on skin.

Prefer a thicker, creamier texture? Compare Boy Butter H2O Formula, a water-based cream.

Specifications

• Brand: XR Brands, Passion Lubricants
• Type: water-based personal lubricant, clear
• Size: 10 oz; bottle 7.5" tall x 2" wide
• Free from: glycerin, parabens, petrochemicals (maker's statement)
• Compatibility: all toy materials, condoms
• Note: not a contraceptive

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