Question from Camille
I found you by Googling “mineral oil, is it safe?” Here’s why I ask: I am in my 60s and was perscribed a vaginal lubricant by my gyno….Having read the ingredients, it contains mineral oil. Yikes. I thought I remembered hearing that mineral oil is not that great for you so putting it there, well, thought I’d better check around first.
Looks like you might know something…..What do you say?
Debra’s Answer
I’m not a big fan of mineral oil. It’s made from petrochemicals and comes in different grades. I personally wouldn’t use it a vaginal lubricant as mineral oil has a tendancy to dry out the skin.
Did you read the post Mineral Oil–Is it Safe and Natural?. Lots of info there.
Also, there are lots of natural lubricants recommended at Lubricating Jelly.
