Many also include glycerine, a syrupy-sweet byproduct of fats, which adds a slippery quality. Generally a little lube goes a long way. Water based lubes will eventually dry up, but add ing a little water will reconstitute them. You can keep a glass of water or plant mister by the bed. If you arebothered by the sticky feeling sometimes left by lubes, you can also keep a warm washcloth handy for cleanup.
Most lubes are non-staining.
If you are using it for vaginal sex and want a thinner lube try Astroglide, ID Lube, Slip or Aqualube. If you will use if for oral sex, avoid lubes containing nonoxynol-9. You should try Probe, Slippery Stuff, or one of the flavored lubes. A fruit flavored lube can jazz up safer oral sex, just put a little on that condom-covered penis or dental dam clad labia for a taste treat. For those who do not like the sticky quality of some lubes you will want to find a glycerine-free lube such as Liquid Silk.