FAQ
When and why was K-Y® Brand lubricant created?
The K-Y® Brand has been around for a very long time. It was first introduced as a Jelly Personal Lubricant in 1917. Today, the K-Y® Brand occupies the #1 market position in the lubricant category1. The extended K-Y® Brand personal lubricants line was created to provide a safe and natural feeling to help consumers improve their intimacy.
Source: Ipsos December 2007
Source: Ipsos December 2007
What is the meaning behind the brand name “K-Y®”?
The origins of the brand name “K-Y®” are unknown. Two popular myths are that it was created in Kentucky, hence “K-Y®”, or that the letters represent the key ingredients used to make the lubricant. Neither of these is true. The name continues to remain a bit of a mystery.
What are the advantages of water-based and silicone lubricants?
In addition to “smoothness” water-based lubricants easily rinse off in water, which many consumers prefer. Silicone based lubricants provide longer lasting lubrication but do not readily dissolve in water. K-Y® Brand offers both water-based and silicone-based personal lubricants for whatever your preference may be.
What is the difference between a personal lubricant and vaginal moisturizer?
Some consumers prefer to use a personal lubricant during intimate activities to enhance their intimacy. A personal lubricant can help relieve friction and discomfort associated with intimate activity and condom use. Other consumers experience vaginal dryness on a regular basis. A vaginal moisturizer helps relieve general vaginal dryness associated with menopause, childbirth, breastfeeding or use of certain medications. K-Y® Brand has two vaginal moisturizers, K-Y® Brand SILK-E® and K-Y® Brand LIQUIBEADS™.
Why are K-Y® Brand personal lubricants trusted?
K-Y® Brand is the leader in the personal lubricants category and the #1 doctor recommended brand2.
Are K-Y® Brand personal lubricants safe to use with a latex condom?
Absolutely. All K-Y® Brand personal lubricants are tested and are compatible with latex condoms.
Note: Massage oils in Variety Pack are not personal lubricants and are not compatible with latex condoms.
Note: Massage oils in Variety Pack are not personal lubricants and are not compatible with latex condoms.
What is K-Y® INTENSE™ Arousal Gel for Her?
K-Y® INTENSE™ Arousal Gel for Her is your ticket to CLOUD 10™. It is not a lubricant, but a uniquely formulated arousal gel that has women saying, “it makes sex more satisfying”. 75% of women who used K-Y® INTENSE™ Arousal Gel experienced feelings of heightened arousal, sexual pleasure and sensitivity where it counts most3. Of these women, 90% reported that K-Y® INTENSE™ Arousal Gel for Her bettered their overall intimate experience with their partner4.
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