The Pleasure Edit: Week 4 — The Ultimate Lube & Toy Hygiene Masterclass
- Gemma
- Jul 21
- 4 min read
If there is one absolute, non-negotiable rule I give my clients when it comes to sex, toy play, or navigating intimate dryness, it’s this: never skimp on the lube. Always add loads to your play. We certainly do at home. The wetter the better.
Adding lubrication isn’t something to reach for only when you feel dry or uncomfortable, it is one of the most loving, practical things you can do for your body to enhance pleasure. Communication is lubrication, and making glide a non-negotiable part of your touch signals to your nervous system that it’s time to relax, keeping you in that calm, parasympathetic state so you can experience deeper sensations without friction, tearing, or raw irritation.
Below are my top-tier curated recommendations for Week 4 of The Pleasure Edit.
Love Lube Sensual Water-Based Lubricant (250ml) — Pulse & Cocktails
Whether you are navigating perimenopause or menopause where shifting hormone levels naturally cause vaginal dryness, working through Erectile Dysfunction, exploring anal play, or simply getting the most out of your self-pleasure sessions, a quality water-based lube is an absolute game-changer.
This 250ml Love Lube is an absolute dream. It is a lightweight, ultra-smooth formula that glides effortlessly. Because it’s water-based, it is 100% compatible with your natural body bacteria, all latex condoms, and every silicone toy in your collection. It gives a silky, long-lasting glide without leaving stickiness behind and rinses away easily with warm water. The easy pump action warms quickly in your hands, making it perfect to integrate right into the start of your foreplay rituals.
Key Highlights: Odorless, tasteless, pump-bottle convenience, 100% safe for silicone toys and latex condoms.
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Liquid Silk Lube 250ml - Review - Lovehoney
Silky, Lubey.
I liked the description of this lube, as there are so many out there I wasn't sure which one would fit my needs compared to another one I use but this was great.
I have a few silicone toys which need a water based lube and this one was a perfect blend to use with those as well as in general.
It gives a silky feel to it but doesn't last as long as some of the rival ones. It dries up pretty quickly. I do however like the pump action to the bottle. It's very easy to use and pumps well. It warms quickly in your hand compared to others which is a bonus in the winter.
It's easy to clean off using water as it's water based. It doesn't taste of anything and doesn't have a smell to it. Great price. Would definitely recommend.
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Love Toys Antibacterial Sex Toy Cleaner (150ml) — Pulse & Cocktails
Did you know that 1 in 5 people admit they don’t actually clean their sex toys?
Skipping this step is a massive risk to your intimate wellness. Unwashed toys become a breeding ground for bacteria, viruses, and fungi, drastically increasing your risk of developing bacterial vaginosis (BV), yeast infections, painful UTIs, or cross-contaminating STIs.
Having a proper spray solution like this 150ml Antibacterial Cleaner in your bedside drawer is a total must. It’s a gentle, great-smelling solution formulated to protect your body while extending the lifespan of your silicone, ABS, and rubber toys by preventing stubborn build-up.
The 3-Step Hygiene Ritual:
Step 1 — Spray Directly: Give your toy a generous coating, covering every ridge, seam, or textured detail.
Step 2 — Wait 2 Minutes: Crucial for killing microbes. Giving it two full minutes allows the antibacterial agents to eliminate pathogens.
Step 3 — Wipe Down: Wipe away remaining liquid with a fresh, lint-free cloth and let it air dry completely before storing.
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Gemma's Homework For This Week
Your homework this week is all about creating a Zero-Pressure Sensory Glide Ritual to rewire how your nervous system experiences intimacy.
Set aside 20 minutes this weekend, either solo or with your partner, where penetrative intercourse is completely off the table. Warm a couple of pumps of your chosen lube (or the CBD massage oil) between your palms, and focus entirely on slow, intentional skin-to-skin touch. Focus on areas where we hold daily tension: the shoulders, the lower back, or the soles of the feet, slowly moving toward the inner thighs.
If you are using a toy during this session, take the extra two minutes afterward to turn the cleanup into a mindful act of self-care using your antibacterial spray. Treat your body and your pleasure tools with respect.
By removing the pressure to perform and focusing purely on luxurious, friction-free sensation, you give your nervous system permission to drop out of fight-or-flight and sink into pure rest-and-digest. Have fun exploring.
See you next week for Week 5 of The Pleasure Edit!
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