Good lubes

imeldaimelda wrote:

ah ha!  Here's the one I reviewed, they seem to currently be out of apple http://www.lovehoney.co.uk/product.cfm?p=11374 if that's any help.

imeldaimelda wrote:

Seriously - WHERE is my brain?????  Apple is clearly in list, I am clearly a moron *rolls eyes*

lol!  Oh, that explains why I didn't see it, I saw "flavoured lubricant" on the title of that one and didn't bother looking at the description since flavoured isn't what I want, heh.

However I have read reviews for some of the Organics Sliquids and apparently those have fragrances which aren't clear in the product descriptions.  I was referring to those.

Thank you so much for taking the time to provide a link, I appreciate it.  :)

In regards to Sliquid lubricant and Sliquid Organics lubricant, no one is trying to be deceptive and not explaining the 'fragrance' of the item in the description.

As the person who writes each and every description on LoveHoney and who has done for the last year and a half, I do my best to describe each element of a product clearly.

The 'fragrance' mentioned in reviews arises from the ingredients used in Sliquid lubricants (all of which are clearly stated in the description) and aren't a separately added feature. If it contains a specifically added fragrance the term 'fragrance' is used in the description.

Upon opening a bottle of Sliquid the first thing you notice isn't the fragrance. In fact, any scent is barely noticeable. And as someone who doesn't smoke, doesn't drink and avoids any foods that are hot or overwhelming in taste, my sense of smell is pretty damn sharp. It is only upon close examination do you notice any scent whatsoever.

If you are really troubled by how a lubricant smells check out the ingredients. For example, Sliquid Organics Natural Warming Lubricant contains Green Tea and Hibiscus as ingredients, which can be picked up as a very gentle aroma if you concentrate.

Trying to explain the subtle smell of crushed Hibiscus in the description is a futile task and will cause more people to moan that they can't smell it and use the "we're going to sue you for false advertising" complaint than it would aid anyones understanding of a lubricant.

It is also very time consuming for very little reward, meaning that less products would be going live because more of my time would be devoted to smelling and explaining the nuances of every lubricant instead of writing more descriptions and even more customers would be upset.

LoveHoney - Carly wrote:

In regards to Sliquid lubricant and Sliquid Organics lubricant, no one is trying to be deceptive and not explaining the 'fragrance' of the item in the description.

I'm sorry you thought that my confusion was in some way connected to thoughts of anybody being deceptive.  I assure you that no such thought ever crossed my mind.

 As the person who writes each and every description on LoveHoney and who has done for the last year and a half, I do my best to describe each element of a product clearly.

The 'fragrance' mentioned in reviews arises from the ingredients used in Sliquid lubricants (all of which are clearly stated in the description) and aren't a separately added feature.

I'm sorry you felt I was impugning your product descriptions.  I can't help it if I feel confused about a product description.

If a body product has an odour relating to ingredients, then whether my view is accurate or not I personally consider it fragranced, because it in fact has a fragrance.  I'm sorry you thought that my reference to fragrances were in some way connected to concerns about fragrances separately added or not.  I assure you I had no thoughts of whether fragrances were added for smell purposes alone or not.  My sole interest was the existence of a smell with the product and the nature of that smell.

Upon opening a bottle of Sliquid the first thing you notice isn't the fragrance. In fact, any scent is barely noticeable. And as someone who doesn't smoke, doesn't drink and avoids any foods that are hot or overwhelming in taste, my sense of smell is pretty damn sharp. It is only upon close examination do you notice any scent whatsoever.

If you are really troubled by how a lubricant smells check out the ingredients. For example, http://www.lovehoney.co.uk/product.cfm?p=15950 contains Green Tea and Hibiscus as ingredients, which can be picked up as a very gentle aroma if you concentrate.

I'm sorry you thought I was impugning your sense of smell.  I honestly had no thoughts about the sense of smell of the author of the product descriptions.  

Thank you, I have checked the ingredients so considerately and clearly included in the product description.  This helped me decide which varieties I am interested in trying, if any.  

 Trying to explain the subtle smell of crushed Hibiscus in the description is a futile task and will cause more people to moan that they can't smell it and use the "we're going to sue you for false advertising" complaint than it would aid anyones understanding of a lubricant.

It is also very time consuming for very little reward, meaning that less products would be going live because more of my time would be devoted to smelling and explaining the nuances of every lubricant instead of writing more descriptions and even more customers would be upset. 

I'm sorry you have had difficulties with your descriptions of product fragrances, and I'm sorry that some other customers are upset for whatever reason.  Honestly I have no knowledge of other people's responses to your product descriptions and was solely thinking about my own confusion.

I'm sure you'll be pleased to know that I often feel quite sanguine about my confusion, and any feelings of upsetness I may have had in my life were on this occasion completely nonexistent in relation to this confusion.  :)

Lubyanka wrote:

 

imeldaimelda wrote:

It's the apple one I have (freebie).  I've dnoe reviews of both but basically liquid silk most mimics my natural juice.  I find it lovely and slippery, sweet tasting and it just lasts forever.  I never have problems with it going tacky.  I hate tacky lubes like traditional ky.  I always reach for the ls.

I agree that sliquid have loads of types though, that's a definite advantage.  I think I just prefer ls.  I find sliquid a tad too runny and just not as silky and realistic.  Just my opinion, they are both good bets.

Another problem I have with choosing a Sliquid variety is that the properties of each one are confusingly described, at least for me.  As far as I can determine from a process of elimination, the entire "Organics" segment of the Sliquid range are apparently fragranced.  However, this is hardly mentioned in the product description, especially given that the fragrance is not named or described.  Using only the product descriptions, I have no way of finding out which one is the "apple" or indeed that there even is an apple one.

If a body product is fragranced, I think it's reasonable to expect that this is mentioned and described as a feature, rather than obscured and only clear from the ingredients.

I've identified Sliquid Ride H20 and Sliquid Original H20 as unfragranced ones I'd like to try, but selecting them has been a pain in the hole to say the least.  If it weren't for the parabens I wouldn't bother, and indeed I may still not bother.  However your input has been useful, so I thank you for that imeldaimelda, much appreciated.  :)

My response was mainly in reply to this post and the issues you raised.

If a lubricant is specifically scented, it is mentioned in the product description.

If it has a scent which is the result of the combined ingredients and not intended, but more of a happy side effect, then it is not mentioned unless overwhelmingly obvious.

I think its worth remembering in cases like this that you are free to contact Customer Services if you require more information about a product.

The reason why every facet of a product isn't fully explored and explained in the product description, including but not limited to scent, taste, texture, consistency, colour, transparency, exact function, possible function, storage, usage, is because the average person using the web spends around 10 seconds on a page before choosing to continue reading or go elsewhere. If the main points are not easy to find and read, we are potentially losing customers. Hence why we try to be to the point, explain the main major features and how to use the product but also offer reviews for a more personal opinion.

LoveHoney - Carly wrote:

Lubyanka wrote:

Another problem I have with choosing a Sliquid variety is that the properties of each one are confusingly described, at least for me.  As far as I can determine from a process of elimination, the entire "Organics" segment of the Sliquid range are apparently fragranced.  However, this is hardly mentioned in the product description, especially given that the fragrance is not named or described.  Using only the product descriptions, I have no way of finding out which one is the "apple" or indeed that there even is an apple one.

If a body product is fragranced, I think it's reasonable to expect that this is mentioned and described as a feature, rather than obscured and only clear from the ingredients.

I've identified Sliquid Ride H20 and Sliquid Original H20 as unfragranced ones I'd like to try, but selecting them has been a pain in the hole to say the least.  If it weren't for the parabens I wouldn't bother, and indeed I may still not bother.  However your input has been useful, so I thank you for that imeldaimelda, much appreciated.  :)

My response was mainly in reply to this post and the issues you raised.

If a lubricant is specifically scented, it is mentioned in the product description.

If it has a scent which is the result of the combined ingredients and not intended, but more of a happy side effect, then it is not mentioned unless overwhelmingly obvious.

I think its worth remembering in cases like this that you are free to contact Customer Services if you require more information about a product.

The reason why every facet of a product isn't fully explored and explained in the product description, including but not limited to scent, taste, texture, consistency, colour, transparency, exact function, possible function, storage, usage, is because the average person using the web spends around 10 seconds on a page before choosing to continue reading or go elsewhere. If the main points are not easy to find and read, we are potentially losing customers. Hence why we try to be to the point, explain the main major features and how to use the product but also offer reviews for a more personal opinion.

Well, I'm not sure where you thought I was expecting you to change your descriptions just for me or even asking LH to do anything at all.  Those were my honest experiences with choosing amongst the Sliquid range and I can't change them.

I'm sorry if you felt that I expressed unrealistic expectations or if you felt my experiences were unfair to you.

I'm in no way attacking you or your opinion, I am simply explaining why the descriptions are the way they are which, as highlighted above, you mentioned that you found confusing.

You also said:

"If a body product is fragranced, I think it's reasonable to expect that this is mentioned and described as a feature, rather than obscured and only clear from the ingredients."

And I chose to explain why we don't go into detail about fragrance, which you can view above.

LoveHoney - Carly wrote:

I'm in no way attacking you or your opinion, I am simply explaining why the descriptions are the way they are which, as highlighted above, you mentioned that you found confusing.

You also said:

"If a body product is fragranced, I think it's reasonable to expect that this is mentioned and described as a feature, rather than obscured and only clear from the ingredients."

And I chose to explain why we don't go into detail about fragrance, which you can view above.

I still think it's reasonable to mention a fragrance as a feature.  I disagree that simply mentioning it is the same as going into detail.  For example, this description doesn't mention a fragrance at all:

http://www.lovehoney.co.uk/product.cfm?p=15119

• Full description
• The most natural organic lubricant available anywhere! A great all-purpose lube for sex and sex toys, Sliquid Organics is glycerine and paraben-free, blended with certified organic botanical extracts, is 100% vegan and never tested on animals.
• Nothing in this beautiful bottle will harm your body or bring on any allergic reactions - it's glycerine, paraben and petroleum free, latex, rubber and plastic friendly; the formula has been specially developed with natural and organic ingredients that will support your body, whatever you get up to!
• The hibiscus, vitamin E and green tea will moisturise the skin, whilst the plant cellulose, aloe barbadensis and cyamopsis make this an incredible, long-lasting lubricant that will be an essential in your bedside drawer.

I appreciate that you found that the fragrance in these lubricants was minimal to you.

Thank you for your explanation.

It doesn't really have a scent, which is why it hasn't been included.

If you choose to buy a bottle, please feel free to mention any discernable scent  in your review if you have time.

Has anyone tried the Sliquid as a anal lube? I'm tempted to buy it (was going to buy it at erotica til OH pulled me away from it) but I want to know if its good for anal and regular sex?

By the way Nexas I blame you for saying it tastes like cherry drops. I'll have it buy it now =p

miss fortune wrote:

Has anyone tried the Sliquid as a anal lube? I'm tempted to buy it (was going to buy it at erotica til OH pulled me away from it) but I want to know if its good for anal and regular sex?

By the way Nexas I blame you for saying it tastes like cherry drops. I'll have it buy it now =p

Sliquid Sassy is specifically designed for anal play and is one of our best selling lubricants for that specific function - and everything else too!

It's slightly thicker than normal lubricants, which makes it great for anal and doesn't contain anything that will irritate the delicate skin either. It also lasts for a long time and only needs a splash of water to reactivate.

LoveHoney - Carly wrote:

miss fortune wrote:

Has anyone tried the Sliquid as a anal lube? I'm tempted to buy it (was going to buy it at erotica til OH pulled me away from it) but I want to know if its good for anal and regular sex?

By the way Nexas I blame you for saying it tastes like cherry drops. I'll have it buy it now =p

http://www.lovehoney.co.uk/product.cfm?p=11373 is specifically designed for anal play and is one of our best selling lubricants for that specific function - and everything else too!

It's slightly thicker than normal lubricants, which makes it great for anal and doesn't contain anything that will irritate the delicate skin either. It also lasts for a long time and only needs a splash of water to reactivate.

Ah thanks Carly. I'll add it to my basket ^^

 I always try and include in my reviews if the lubricant has any form of scent or taste, even if it is meant to be unfragranced. I always feel reassured that there is less in the product to affect my natural balance!

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Agreed M&S. As an aside, Sliquid Sassy is awesome. Really, really awesome.

 The silicone ones I have tried feel much more realistic than water based, however you can't use these with silicone toys.

x

I'm not sure about the delay one, wouldn't that take the pleasure out of it? We just tried the Durex cherry and pinocalada one, i prefer the taste of the cherry one but found them both sticky. I've ordered liquid Silk, it should be here tomorrow so i'll let you all know how it is!

Well i love the liquid silk but found that i had to re apply it to my husband. When i use it on my own or with my vibrator it's brilliant!

I've used the Sliquid Organics natural Silk http://www.lovehoney.co.uk/product.cfm?p=15590 for anal use and it seemed fine; at least as good as Liquid Silk for the job. But I appreciate some folk might like a thicker lube for back door work.

I've also used and reviewed the Sliquid Organics Natural Warming Lubricant http://www.lovehoney.co.uk/product.cfm?p=15950. For me, it proved more cold than warm and had a desensitising effect on my cock. I haven't tried it for anal yet, but that slight anaesthetic effect might be of benefit.

 Now I know it's more economical to buy in bulk but 2 litres?! Would be fun to try and get through!

http://www.lovehoney.co.uk/product.cfm?p=7366

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masterandslave wrote:

 Now I know it's more economical to buy in bulk but 2 litres?! Would be fun to try and get through!

http://www.lovehoney.co.uk/product.cfm?p=7366

x

Useful on a slide! Do Whales need lube in the sea?

Does seem a tad excessive...

masterandslave wrote:

 Now I know it's more economical to buy in bulk but 2 litres?! Would be fun to try and get through!

http://www.lovehoney.co.uk/product.cfm?p=7366

The 270ml £10 bottles last about 3-4 months so a 2 litre bottle would be over kill.  I was eyeing them up earlier today and I noticed that two 270ml bottles is cheaper than one 500ml bottle. :p