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Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society
Lube: A Slippery History
Aug 1, 2023
Discover the fascinating history and importance of lube, from ancient China to modern times. Explore its gendered aspects and the stigma surrounding its purchase. Learn about ancient lubricants like red seaweeds, olive oil, and yams, and the demand for different oils. Dive into the origins and uses of Vaseline and Kwad Jelly. Delve into the historical use of lube in dental procedures and its association with pleasure. Uncover the introduction of flavored lube and waterbeds in the 70s. Discuss the shame around buying lube and the marketing strategies used to normalize its use for women.
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- Lubricants have a long history and have been stigmatized, marketed for specific purposes, and associated with shame and gendered expectations.
- Lube should be embraced as a normal part of sexual encounters, bringing joy, comfort, and improved sensations, and marketed in a gender-neutral and inclusive way.
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The historical use of lubes and their stigmatization
Lubricants have been used for centuries to enhance sexual experiences. From ancient Chinese seaweed-based lubes to olive oil in ancient Greece, lubes have played a role in sexual activities. However, the use of lube was often stigmatized, with specific gendered marketing and shame surrounding its use. It was primarily marketed for specific purposes, such as solving lubrication issues in women or for anal sex. The stigma surrounding lube persisted until more recent years, with the normalization of lubes and their availability in drugstores, flavored options, and massage oil combination products.
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