Silicone vs Water Based Lube: Which Should You Use and When? Water Based Lubricant for Sensitive Skin Penchant Makeup Silicone or water based? The answer isn't just on the label. It's in how your skin reacts, how you prep, and what you pair it with In our classes, students Lube can make sex more comfortable but different types work differently for different bodies. Water based, silicone based, and oil based lubes all have their pros and cons. If something doesn't feel great