What should I look for in a basic, everyday lubricant? For daily use, most people want a lubricant that does its job and is otherwise unnoticeable. That means a water-based formula that works with latex condoms, has no scent or flavor to distract, and leaves out ingredients some people prefer to avoid. Hydra fits that description. It is a water-based glide blended with natural plant cellulose, free of glycerin and parabens, with no smell or taste. The maker also lists it as safe to ingest.
Hydra: Intimate Earth's plain water-based glide
Hydra Natural Glide is a premium water-based lubricant from Intimate Earth, here in a 2 oz (60 ml) bottle. The formula is blended with natural plant cellulose and contains no parabens and no glycerin. It gives a silky, smooth feel and has neither smell nor taste. Hydra is latex condom friendly and is listed by the maker as safe to ingest.
Best for: For anyone who wants a neutral, all-round lubricant for sex, oral sex and solo play. The lack of scent and flavor suits people who dislike perfumed products. The 2 oz bottle is easy to carry and a sensible size for a first try.
At a glance: 2 oz / 60 ml · Water-based · Glycerin free · Paraben free · No smell or taste
Key features
| Plant cellulose blend |
A water-based formula blended with natural plant cellulose for a silky feel. |
| Glycerin and paraben free |
Neither is used in the formula. |
| No smell or taste |
Neutral in use, so it does not get in the way. |
| Latex condom friendly |
Can be used with latex condoms. |
| Safe to ingest |
Listed this way by the maker, so it suits oral sex. |
Specifications
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Size: 2 oz / 60 ml
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Base: Water
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Named ingredient: Natural plant cellulose
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Free from: Parabens, glycerin
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Scent and taste: None
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Condom compatibility: Latex condom friendly
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Other: Listed by the maker as safe to ingest
How to use
Squeeze a small amount onto your fingers and apply it where you want more glide, on yourself, a partner or a latex condom. Add more whenever it is needed. Being water-based, it rinses away with warm water once you are finished.
Care
- Close the cap after each use.
- Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight.
- Rinses off skin and toys with warm water.
- Stop using it if irritation occurs.
- Keep out of the reach of children.
Frequently asked questions
Does Hydra have any scent or flavor?
No. The maker states it has no smell or taste. That makes it a neutral choice if you do not want anything perfumed or sweetened, and it will not clash with a flavored product used alongside it.
Can it be used with condoms?
Yes, with latex condoms. It is listed as latex condom friendly. Other condom materials are not covered in the product information, so check the condom packaging if you use non-latex types.
Is it suitable for oral sex?
The maker lists Hydra as safe to ingest and it has no taste, so it can be used during oral sex without adding a flavor. It is also free of glycerin and parabens.
How does Hydra compare with Defense?
Both are water-based glides from Intimate Earth without glycerin or parabens. Hydra is the simple one, with plant cellulose and no smell or taste. Defense adds sea kelp, guava bark and tea tree oil.
Pick a neutral glide
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For adult use only. Read the instruction manual before first use. Specifications are the manufacturer's.
