CBD + SEX

As the social stigma surrounding cannabis-use changes (thank god) and legalization slowly spreads across the country (also, thank god), more and more people are integrating this natural compound into their every-day lives; for pain, anxiety and several other health issues. 

Now, many people are starting to wonder about using CBD for sex. 

Some lovers optimize pleasure in the bedroom by turning on their favorite sexy playlist or by buying a new toy. However, for others, it might be a tad bit harder to get into the right headspace. Hey, it happens to the best of us, and considering the state of the world, who could blame you for your thoughts being elsewhere??

Even if there’s nothing wrong with your sex life, and you and your lover have love-making on lockdown, you might still find a few compelling reasons to introduce CBD to your romp. 

(This article is not sponsored, so all the information you see below is purely for your own information, so that you can decide if CBD and sex is the pairing you’re looking for.) 

Here’s what you should know about CBD and sex, as well as the intimate experiences people have had with cannabidiol in the bedroom.

Even if your sex life is already 🔥 there's no reason why you couldn’t improve it a little bit–

Does CBD Make Sex Better?

Well, it depends on what you mean when you say “better.” 

For many, many people, CBD offers a ton of cool benefits–both in and out of the bedroom. Here’s a shocking statistic; Americans are reportedly having less sex now, but it appears that people who use cannabis and other hemp products regularly are actually having more sex. With the legalization sweeping the states, playing around with CBD and sex seems like a no-brainer.

But…why, exactly?

Well, for one, CBD helps you get out of your head, which definitely makes for better sex. 

Additionally, CBD boosts blood flow to your sexy areas–since there are tons of cannabinoid receptors in reproductive organs and sexual tissue– which increases sensitivity and stimulates your body’s production of natural lube. CBD has also been proven to reduce anxiety, especially performance anxiety, which kills the mood. A little CBD can go a long way in reducing anxiety before you slip between the sheets with your lover. 

Playing a solo sesh? CBD can help with that. It’s a natural lube, good for inside and outside your body–provided that it’s organic and made from pure ingredients–and can make your solo play really go the extra (s)mile.

So, you’re interested in trying out CBD in the bedroom, but with the zillions of CBD companies claiming to be The One, what should you be looking for? Here’s a few things to keep in mind if you’re shopping around for CBD for sex. 

The Best Types of CBD Oil for Sex

Opt for Water-based

If you’re looking to enhance your sex life with a CBD lube, opt for a water-based solution that doesn’t contain oil, so that it’s compatible with latex (read: safe to use with condoms).

Even if you don’t have problems with vaginal dryness or pain during sex, extra moisture can make sex more fun. Among other more romantic and esoteric things, “Sex is basically applied friction for pleasure, and lubrication can facilitate smoother interaction,” says Brandye Wilson-Manigat, M.D., an OB-GYN in Pasadena, California. 

Even if you can generate wetness on your own, a lube "can change the sensation and usually increase the pleasure factor," she adds. 💫

Choose Some THC with Your CBD

If you live in a state where you can find legal, easily-accessible THC (hellooooo West Coast) you’ve probably already experienced the joys of smoking a little weed and getting-it-on with your partner. 

With the right conditions, the right amount, and a little aid from our CBD friend, a THC-high can be a wonderful, dreamy, addition to your sexual experience. 

However, if you want to pregame with a little THC, but you’re worried that you’ll get “too high” and ruin the moment, consider adding CBD to the mix. Taking a dose of CBD oil before dosing with THC will help your endocannabinoid system balance out the high; basically, you can still reap the benefits of THC and keep your head straight and in the right mood for intimacy. 

We’re firm believers in the power of the cannabis plant, and it’s potential for enhancing your wellbeing both in and out of the bedroom.

💋 You can thank us later…