Lube Review: Intimate Organics Hydra

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Jun 232011

I have to admit this, I don’t use lube that often. I’m always packing it when I go away and I have plenty in my closet and bedside but when it comes time to be intimate, I tend to get lost in the moment. I’ve been trying to be better as I do enjoy the extra slickness that it brings and it makes jumping into a solo session more enjoyable. It also necessary when you are using condoms, gloves and dams. I’m jumping back into the poly dating world again so lube will be more important in my future. I find with someone I’m fluid bonded with, I tend not to use it often.

Intimate Organics

The reason why I wanted to try an Intimate Organics product is the use of natural ingredients and what it didn’t have. I wasn’t sure if it would stand up to other lubes but it has and I like being able to quickly google the ingredients that I didn’t know. (Aqua, Propylene glycol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Methylisothiazolinone, Phenethyl alcohol, PPG-2-Methyl ether, Water, Alcohol, Certified organic goji berry fruit extract, Certified organic lemon grass leaf/stem extract, Certified organic aloe leaf extract) The scary sounding ingredients have been tested and used in others soaps and cosmetic products for years. It doesn’t contain any glycerine, parabens, DEA or animal products, a vegan lube. I stay away from glycerine in my lube as it can cause yeast infections and makes the products stickier. Lately, I’ve been trying to stay away from parabens as they can cause irritations and other health issues.

None of these ingredients will matter if you don’t like it or it doesn’t perform up to your standards. Luckily for me, it does pretty well.  It’s not perfect but I like it. I found the Hydra on the thinner side, I personally prefer something thicker for anal but for non-anal uses it wasn’t an issue. I liked the fact that it wasn’t runny when you put it on your toys and that it generally stays put.  It mixed well with my own fluids and I didn’t get that sticky feeling that I hate with other lubes. It felt natural and smooth, it would of been difficult to tell that it was lube and that I wasn’t soaking wet. The taste and smell wasn’t to my liking though, it  is difficult to describe but it was a medical/flower type smell. I wouldn’t use it if I planned on going down on someone immediately but for toy, vaginal and anal penetration, I like it.

Intimate Organics Hydra is a water based lube which means it’s safe to use with any of your toys and safe sex supplies. Feel free to grab your silicone dildo, your fingers, a cock etc. and have some fun.  I would recommend trying out Intimate Organics Hydra compared to any lubes that have glycerine or any other parabens in it. Overall, I would give it 3 out of 5 stars.

Thank you PinkCherry.ca for letting me review the Intimate Organics Hydra.

*Please note that I didn’t receive payment for this review however the product was provided free of charge*

 

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Review: Shunga Massage Candle – Exotic Fruit

Lubes and Lotions, Reviews
Jan 092011

Extended touching is always a great way to connect – or reconnect – with a partner.  The Shunga Massage Candle provides an excellent excuse (like you needed one) to engage in extended touch. Most of the wax play that I’ve experienced is hot wax dripping on me during a scene and taken off with a blade of a knife. Massage candles are completely different but it’s a lovely change. I received a Shunga Massage Candle from PinkCherry.ca and was planning on testing it out next week but a minor injury led PG and I use it earlier.

Outside of the tin

PG thoughts on it were, “Our timing for testing it couldn’t have been better – sort of. Earlier in the afternoon, Alpine had pulled a muscle in her back, so she was clearly the designated “rubbee” and I was meant to be the rubber. After the wax melted, the contents of the can were just pleasantly warm, not scalding hot, so I could apply them with my bare fingers as well as with the little spoon provided. Imagine a gently heated cream and you’ll have a pretty good idea of the texture and temperature. It let me glide my fingers very sensuously over Alpine’s skin. (Purely in the interests of science, I later tried gliding another appendage over Alpine’s lower back – that was equally sensuous.)  The cream is subtly scented, which was nice. Even after thoroughly oiling up Alpine’s shoulders, back, and bottom, we had lots of lovely rub left in the can for future massage sessions. I look forward to both giving and receiving. ”

The candle comes packaged in a black tin with Shunga art in rich colours. The tin easily opens and upon open it you are hit with a strong, sweet fruity smell. I found it a bit overwhelming but pleasant.  The candle is made from soybean oil,  coco nucifera oil, fragrances and other oils. Using the candle is simple, make sure to keep the wick trimmed, light it and wait for it to melt (20 minutes or longer) and then have fun. When you are ready to use it, blow out the candle and apply it to the skin. There are various ways that you can apply it. Shunga include a little white spoon that can be used, you can pour it on your hands and then massage into the receiver skin or pour it directly onto them.

After one use

The wax is a bit thicker then other candles that I’ve tried and greasy but it doesn’t get in the way of an enjoyable massage. After having it massaged in my skin, it was slick and smooth. The residue that is left on your skin won’t stain your sheets and it came off easily if you applied too much. It is a bit waxy but I found , with my skin, if you use the candle when it’s a liquid and rub it in well it’s hardly an issue.

Thank you PinkCherry Sex Toys for the Shunga Massage Candle. It’s an enjoyable product and I’m looking forward to continuing to use it.

*The above toy was provided free of charge in exchange for the review. It does not influence whether I give a glowing or negative review. My opinions would be the same as if I paid for it myself*

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