11 Best Warming Lubes for Turnin’ Up the Heat

This lube from Maude really brings the heat…but in, like, a gentle, soothing way, promise. It’s made with a low concentration of capsaicin (aka the extract from chili peppers), and is designed to create a subtle warming sensation that builds with friction—no uncomfy burning here!! Oh, and it’s water-based, so it rinses away easily with warm water.

• Type: Water-based
• Size: 4 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with latex or polyisoprene condoms, but not polyurethane condoms

THE REVIEW: According to one tester, “I usually HATE water-based lube. It doesn’t always agree with my body, has unnatural ingredients, and dries up in seconds. I was so pleased when I first used this lube that it stayed lubricated the whole time! And the heat sensation is very subtle but nice.”

Want something that goes on cool and warms up with action? Reach for this aloe vera-based formula from Sliquid. This one includes both peppermint and menthol for providing a satisfying tingle, and thanks to the aloe base, testers say it feels *just* like your own natural lubrication…kicked up a notch.

• Type: Aloe-based
• Size: 4.2 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with latex or polyisoprene condoms, but not polyurethane condoms

THE REVIEW: “Sliquid products, across the board, are slick, balanced, and pleasing to the touch—but this particular item provides that extra kick that makes it our first and forever choice,” reads one review. “Sensation goes on cool but without the same shock as some other products, and warms gradually and invitingly with increased friction. Cleans up easily, goes great with toys, and just makes everything better in general.”

Great for long-lasting slip, this two-in-one arousal gel and lube is made by Trojan, which means you can find it in pretty much any drugstore (as well as on Amazon, ofc). It’s made with menthol, so it provides both warming and cooling sensations upon application, and testers say it’s a fab choice for intensifying any ~intimate moments.~

• Type: Silicone-based
• Size: 3 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with latex, polyisoprene, and polyurethane condoms

THE REVIEW: As one tester notes, “This is the best lube we have used. The warming sensation is really nice and doesn’t feel like it’s burning, like other ones I’ve tried. It’s silky and doesn’t feel oily, and a little goes a long way.”

Okay, this botanical formula is technically an arousal oil, not a lube, but it’s too good not to include. It’s made with coconut oil and passionflower seed oil to provide a nice, smooth glide, as well as natural aphrodisiacs and cinnamon to promote blood flow. And, yes, it’s totally safe to apply internally and externally.

• Type: Oil-based
• Size: 0.9 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with polyurethane condoms, but not latex or polyisoprene condoms

THE REVIEW: “Oh, this product feels so smooth and smells so good,” one buyer writes. “Keeps you slick and reduces friction with longer-lasting sessions. I am also very sensitive, and I didn’t have any adverse effects—miracle! In addition, it kept my skin moisturized post-session.”

The star ingredient in this one: horny goat weed, which is a natural aphrodisiac that helps to boost your libido. It also includes cinnamon for increasing blood flow and raising your body temp, and the sweet, honey-like taste is just the cherry on top (because, yep, it’s totally safe for oral consumption).

• Type: Water-based
• Size: 4 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with latex or polyisoprene condoms, but not polyurethane condoms

THE REVIEW: “After trying various options on the market, I stumbled upon the Mojo Horny Goat Weed Warming Libido Glide, and I must say, it exceeded my expectations,” one review reads. “Upon application, I immediately noticed a gentle yet invigorating warmth, which heightened my sensitivity and added a new level of excitement to my experiences.”

For another great silicone-based option, reach for this formula from Wicked. Made with cinnamon oil, clove, citrus, and vanilla extracts, this one smells just as good as it feels, and reviewers <3 how long it lasts without ever feeling greasy, sticky, or tacky—just warm and slippy.

• Type: Silicone-based
• Size: 2 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with latex, polyisoprene, and polyurethane condoms

THE REVIEW: “I’ve tried many warming lubes over the years, but this one is the best that I have tried out of them all,” one tester raves. “The warming properties actually last a long time. My husband loves it, and it has replaced another lube that we used for years before.”

With hundreds of five-star reviews, it’s pretty clear ppl can’t get enough of this stimulating gel from Unbound, which is made with organic extracts, peppermint oil, damiana, arginine, and ornithine. It’s water-based, so it’s water-soluble for easy cleanup, and while it’s a tad $$$ for the size, it will last you a loooong time, since a little goes a long way.

• Type: Water-based
• Size: 1 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with latex or polyisoprene condoms, but not polyurethane condoms

THE REVIEW: According to one review, “I have super-sensitive skin, and I can use this all over (clit, nipples, on dildos with lube, on my partner) with yummy effects but no irritation! It’s kind of warming and cooling and tingly simultaneously. Would recommend.”

Warming lubes can be a lil…intense, to say the least. However! Even those with sensitive skin vouch for this water-based option from Intimate Earth, which is made with naturally-derived ingredients and infused with botanical extracts (including cinnamon bark, which is what gives it that extra oomph).

• Type: Water-based
• Size: 4 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with latex or polyisoprene condoms, but not polyurethane condoms

THE REVIEW: “Best warming lube we’ve tried,” one customer notes. “Goes on a little thick (like all the warming lubes). Then ‘melts’ into a great feeling, super slick lube. And lasts a lot longer than any other water-based lube we’ve tried. Not the cheapest, or most expensive, but we found it to be the best.”

This natural, water-based, pH-balanced serum is derived from peppermint, ginger, and cinnamon, which means it’s safe for your body (and oral-friendly). Sure, it’s a bit pricey for the size, but testers say it’s warming, tingly, lickable, and never sticky—and best of all, it can be used on aaaaall your erogenous zones. What more could ya want?

• Type: Water-based
• Size: 1 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with latex or polyisoprene condoms, but not polyurethane condoms

THE REVIEW: As one reviewer writes, “Okay, HELLO? This stuff is magic. You only need a small amount, but one drop packs heat. The package said it was lockable and yeah, it is. The taste isn’t bad, and the tingle is the best addition to self-pleasure or even with a partner.”

If you’re looking to play with fire without getting burned, this one’s for you. Packed with cinnamon bark for bringing the heat, reviewers say this one never gets *too* spicy. Plus, even though it’s a water-based formula, it includes hydroxyethylcellulose (a plant-based thickening agent that gives it a gel-like texture), so it’s both long-lasting and easy to clean.

• Type: Water-based
• Size: 2 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Compatible with latex or polyisoprene condoms, but not polyurethane condoms

THE REVIEW: “This is such a good lube,” one reviewer notes. “I’ve tried so many warming lubes over the years and none felt just right, like this one. My husband and I love how the intensity of the warmness lasts long. Highly recommended!”

Want to experience lube that’s actually warm to the touch? Then a Pulse Warming System may be worth the investment. Like a Keurig for lubricant, this bb includes a dozen lubricant pods, which you simply pop inside the chamber. And once it’s warmed up, use the motion-activated dispensing mechanism to get toasty-warm lube in the palm of your hand (literally).

• Type: Water- or silicone-based
• Size: 0.23 fl oz
• Condom-safe? Both compatible with latex or polyisoprene condoms, but water-based not compatible with polyurethane condoms

THE REVIEW: As one buyer writes, “This small, inconspicuous, innovative gadget has brought new life into my (hello, solo moments!) and my partner’s sex life. It’s super simple to use (just pop a pod, wait for it to warm, and then swipe a hand underneath), and I love that there are no caps or mess that I have to deal with. Needless to say, you must pick one of these up as soon as humanly possible.”