XtoysLoving Joy Silicone Lubricant 30ml Review: Long-Lasting Glide
Editor's opinion
This is a silicone-based lubricant built for staying power: a little goes a long way and it holds up in water. It suits anyone wanting a long, silky glide with minimal topping up, but the silicone formula means it must not be used with silicone toys.
Silicone lubricants exist for one main reason: they last. Where a water-based product soaks in and needs reapplying, silicone sits on the skin and stays slick, so you use far less of it. Loving Joy's 30ml bottle is a small, everyday format aimed at people who value that longevity and don't want the faff of frequent top-ups.
The trade-off is compatibility. Silicone formulas are wonderfully durable but they react badly with silicone toys, and they take a little more effort to wash off than water-based options. Weigh those two facts and you'll know quickly whether this is the right bottle for you.
The good and the bad
What works
- Long-lasting glide that needs far less product than water-based
- Waterproof, so it works in the bath, shower or hot tub
- Paraben free with a short, simple ingredient list
- Compact 30ml size is easy to store and travel with
- Easy dispenser for controlling how much you use
What to be aware of
- Not safe to use with silicone toys
- Silicone can be harder to wash off skin and fabrics
- 30ml is a small bottle, though a little goes a long way
Buy it if
Anyone who wants a durable, low-maintenance lubricant that lasts through longer sessions or works in water, and who pairs it with glass, metal or ABS toys rather than silicone.
Skip it if
People who use silicone toys, or who want something that rinses away instantly. In either case a water-based lubricant is the safer choice.
Formula and feel
This is a silicone-based lubricant, which means it stays on the surface of the skin rather than absorbing. In practice that gives a cushioned, consistently slick feel that does not dry out mid-way, so you top up far less often than with a water-based product.
Being concentrated, a small amount covers a lot, which is why a 30ml bottle is more generous than the size suggests. It is also paraben free with a short ingredient list, which will reassure buyers who prefer to keep formulas simple.
Waterproof by design
The silicone base is naturally waterproof, so unlike water-based lubricants it does not simply wash away in the bath, shower or hot tub. If you specifically want a lubricant that keeps working around water, this is one of the clearest reasons to choose a silicone formula over a water-based one.
Compatibility: read this first
The single most important thing to know is that silicone lubricants can degrade silicone toys over time, so the two should never be combined. Pair this with glass, metal or hard ABS accessories instead.
If your toys are silicone, keep a water-based lubricant to hand for those and save this one for skin-on-skin or non-silicone toys. It is not a flaw in the product, but it is a limit worth understanding before you buy.
Care and cleaning
Silicone's durability is also what makes it a little more effort to clean up. It does not rinse off as readily as water-based lubricant, so warm water and soap are usually needed on skin, and it can stain or mark some fabrics and surfaces if left.
Store the bottle upright, cap closed, and the easy dispenser makes it simple to control how much comes out so you avoid waste.
The bottom line
Loving Joy Silicone Lubricant 30ml is a sensible pick if you want longevity, a waterproof formula and a simple, paraben-free ingredient list. Just be certain your toys are not silicone and that you are happy with a slightly more involved clean-up, in which case a water-based lubricant would serve you better.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use this with silicone toys?
No. Silicone lubricants can react with and degrade silicone toys over time. Use it with glass, metal or ABS accessories, and choose a water-based lubricant for silicone toys.
How does it compare to water-based lubricant?
It lasts considerably longer and does not dry out or need frequent reapplying, and it stays put in water. The trade-offs are that it is harder to wash off and cannot be used with silicone toys.
Is it safe to use in the shower or bath?
Yes. The formula is waterproof, so it keeps working around water where water-based lubricants tend to wash away.
Does a 30ml bottle last long?
Because silicone is concentrated and stays slick, you need only a small amount each time, so a 30ml bottle goes further than the size might suggest.
Is it condom safe?
Silicone lubricants are generally compatible with latex condoms, but always check the packaging of both products and follow the manufacturer's guidance if you are relying on a condom for protection.