Water based lubes are generally thought of as all-purpose lubes because they are pretty much safe to use with all types of contraception. They're also the most similar to a woman's natural lubrication so don't cause added dryness and irritation. Water based lubricants are easy to clean and don't tend to leave a sticky residue. Indeed, they are water soluble lubricants, so clean up couldn't be easier. Alterantively browse our selection of oil based lubricants and intimate gels.