Tell me more about homemade lube!

I recently posted a video on TikTok about how to make lube at home, and it generated some great questions. First, here are the directions:

• Mix 1 cup of water (preferably distilled) with 3-4 teaspoons of cornstarch in a saucepan (honestly, I used 4 teaspoons and found it to be a bit thick, but some may like it like that)

• Bring to a boil while stirring

• Once all of the cornstarch is absorbed and the mixture isn’t clumpy, take off of the heat

• Allow to cool…and then use!

Now for the questions. Cornstarch and water is actually a very vagina-healthy combination. As opposed to some other cooking oils (like coconut oil and olive oil), this water-based mixture is less likely to disrupt the pH and good bacteria in the vagina. Because it’s water-based, it’s also safe to use with condoms! Definitely, definitely allow to cool before use (just on the counter will do). Make sure you store it in a clean, air-tight container. As for how long it will last, I’d stay on the safe side: 1 day at room temperature, 3-5 days in the fridge (it will get more firm as it cools, so you may need to warm it up first with your hands).