The shelf life of personal lube varies and is usually one to three years.
Here’s how to tell if your lube has expired.
But waitdoes lube expire?
you wonder, just as the A/C kicks into high-gear.
The answer is yes!
Experts in This Article
Andrea Giebel is the head of quality management at the lubricant brand pjur.
Andrea Giebel is the head of quality management at the lubricant brand pjur.
We spoke to the experts to help you best assess if your lube is still good to go.
Does lube expire?
Yes, lube expires.
Once you open a brand new lube, its expiration date accelerates, Spinnato explains.
Is it okay to use expired lube?
Other specialty lubes such asCBD lubesmay also be less effective once expired.
What is the shelf life of lubricants?
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Vince Spinnato, cosmetic chemist
How can I tell if lube has expired?
Andrea Giebel is the head of quality management at the lubricant brand pjur.
or is this still good?
every time gets annoying after a while.
What are the longest lasting lubricants?
Silicone-based lubes last the longest.
How do you store lubricant?
Since the storage conditions of lube can affect its longevity, this is important.
When do condoms expire?
Natural materials like lambskin will expire even more quickly, adds Dr. Sekhon.
Why cant I use a condom thats expired?
That, of course, can reduce its overall efficacy in preventing pregnancy and transmission of STDs.
How should I store condoms?
All the experts recommend keeping both condoms and lube in a cool, dry place.
That applies to any pop in of condom, latex, latex-alternative,flavored condoms, or other types.
Dr. Sekhon also suggests you avoid storing condoms in any place where there is a risk of tearing.
This means keeping your condoms inside a toiletry bag with sharp objects is a no-no.
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