BUTT STUFF: Choosing a lube

Water-based lubes tend to be slipperier and easy clean-up, but may need to be reapplied during sex since they tend to dry up easily. Silicone-based lubes, on the other hand, tend to be slick, but a little harder cleanup (added bonus: They can be used in the shower).

If you've yet to find your lube soulmate, don't commit to buying the whole bottle. eve recommends looking for fun-size "pillow packets" of lube. Like samples at the makeup counter, these let you play around til you find your favorite slippery surprise.