Sliquid Naturals Silk is a hybrid lubricant, built on Sliquid’s water based Naturals formula and blended with around 12% silicone and creamy emollient esters. The result combines the easy, natural feel of a water based lubricant with some of the added glide and longevity that silicone brings.

Why people choose this lubricant

Silk sits between a purely water based lubricant and a purely silicone one, which is exactly the appeal for a lot of people. It has a luxurious, creamy texture and needs less frequent reapplication than a standard water based formula, without being as heavy or as long lasting as a fully silicone lubricant. It suits couples or solo use equally well, and is glycerin and paraben free like the rest of the Naturals range.

Ingredients and safety

The ingredients are purified water, plant cellulose, isopropyl palmitate, polysorbate 20, dimethicone, emollient ester, potassium sorbate and citric acid. It is pH balanced neutral, 100% vegan and free from glycerin and parabens. Being a hybrid with a silicone component, it is safe to use with latex condoms, but silicone toy compatibility needs more care than with a fully water based lubricant. Sliquid advises spot testing on a small, non use area of a silicone toy first, as some silicone materials can still be affected by the silicone content, and it is not recommended for textured or O2 style silicone toys. If in doubt, switch to a fully water based lubricant for silicone toys instead.

Base: hybrid, water based with approximately 12% silicone
Condom safe: yes, safe with latex condoms
Toy safe: use caution with silicone toys, spot test first, not recommended for textured or O2 silicone toys
Free from: glycerin, parabens

Size and fit

This listing is for the 125ml bottle. Because the silicone content adds some longevity over a purely water based formula, this size covers a good number of uses before it runs out. It comes in a squeeze bottle for easy, controlled application.

Getting started

Apply a small amount to start, since the silicone content means it goes further than a purely water based lubricant.
If using with a silicone toy, spot test a small area first and check with the toy manufacturer if you are unsure.
Reapply as needed, though typically less often than with a fully water based lubricant.
Wash off with warm water and soap, since the silicone content means it may take a little more than water alone to remove fully.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, and keep the cap closed between uses.

Delivery

Every order ships in plain, unbranded packaging with fast UK delivery, so nothing on the outside of the parcel gives away what is inside.

Frequently asked questions

Is this lubricant safe to use with condoms? Yes, it is safe to use alongside latex condoms.

Can I use this with silicone toys? With caution. As a hybrid containing silicone, Sliquid recommends spot testing on a small area first, and it is not recommended for textured or O2 style silicone toys. A fully water based lubricant is the safer choice if you want to avoid any risk to a silicone toy.

Does it stain fabric? It can carry more risk of marking fabric than a purely water based lubricant because of its silicone content, so it is worth using a towel underneath.

How is this different from a fully water based or fully silicone lubricant? It sits in between the two, offering longer lasting glide than a water based formula without the full staying power, or the toy restrictions, of a pure silicone lubricant.

Is it flavoured or scented? No, it is unflavoured and unscented.