What lube won't give a yeast infection?

Great question 🙌 — since yeast infections are often linked to ingredients in certain lubricants, choosing the right lube makes a big difference.

✅ Lubes That Won’t Trigger Yeast Infections

1. Water-Based, Glycerin-Free Lubes

  • Why: Glycerin acts like sugar → feeds yeast, increasing infection risk.

  • Look for glycerin-free, paraben-free, and pH-balanced formulas.

  • 🔹 Examples:

    • YES WB (water-based)

    • Sliquid H2O or Sliquid Organics Natural

    • Good Clean Love Almost Naked

2. Silicone-Based Lubes

  • Why: They don’t contain sugars, don’t disturb vaginal pH, and are hypoallergenic.

  • Long-lasting and great for people prone to infections.

  • 🔹 Examples:

    • Pjur Original

    • Uberlube

    • YES Silicone

3. Natural Oil-Based Lubes (if not using latex condoms)

  • Coconut oil, almond oil, or olive oil can be soothing and infection-safe since they lack glycerin.

  • BUT: Oils break down latex condoms, so only safe for solo play or non-condom sex.

  • 🔹 Example: YES OB (oil-based)

⚠️ Lubes to Avoid (Higher Risk of Yeast Infections)

  • Glycerin-containing lubes (KY Jelly, Astroglide Original, flavored lubes)

  • Warming/tingling lubes (irritating additives can weaken tissue → more prone to infection)

  • Petroleum jelly or Vaseline (traps bacteria, disrupts pH)

🔑 Pro Tips for Preventing Yeast Infections with Lube

  • Choose glycerin-free, paraben-free, fragrance-free lubes.

  • Stick to pH-balanced options designed for vaginal health.

  • Wash gently after sex (no harsh soaps).

  • If prone to infections, silicone lube is often the safest long-term choice.

✨ Bottom line:
The best lube to avoid yeast infections is a glycerin-free, paraben-free, pH-balanced water-based or silicone-based lubricant.

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