Tell me more... The Yes range has been created from plant-based ingredients that are pure, soothing and balancing - and free from chemicals, parabens and hormone mimics. As a result, it's been certified by the Soil Assocation. The water-based product contains ingredients such as flax extract and guar gum to ensure it feels as close to a woman's natural lubrication as possible. The oil-based version boasts organic plant oils, butters and beeswax, and can also be used as a massage oil.

Try it: Prices range from £4.99 to £16.49; for stockist details, go to www.yesyesyes.org

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Tell me more... Because vaginal dryness is caused by reduced oestrogen levels during and after the menopause, products that mimic the female hormone can hold the answer. This intimate gel is rich in soya isoflavones - natural plant phytoestrogens, which are comparable to oestrogen - to lubricate and rehydrate the vaginal tissue.

Try it: Price £13.99 for eight applications, from Boots, other pharmacies and independent health stores.

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Tell me more... Another organic product that's been certified by the Soil Association, Woohoo! is free from chemicals and synthetic preservatives. The magic ingredients include aloe vera, guar gum and green tea extract - as well as carageenan, which has been found to inhibit the sexually transmitted human papillomavirus (HPV) that can cause cervical cancer and genital warts.

Try it: Price £6.99 for 50ml, exclusive to Boots stores nationwide.

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Tell me more... Another organic option, V Gel's main active ingredient is aloe vera, which gently nourishes dry, sensitive vaginal skin to leave it feeling soft and moist. The gel also helps encourage the production of natural moisture to enhance intimacy and pleasure.

Try it: Price £12.95 for 75ml from health shops nationwide or at www.highernature.com

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Tell me more... This is a hormone-free, water-based vaginal moisturiser that's designed to be used every three days to provide continuous lubrication and comfort. It works by delivering long-lasting moisture directly to the vaginal cells, helping to mend and replace shrunken lining. Long-term use can encourage the return of natural secretions. It also contains polycarbophil, which helps shed skin cells from the vaginal walls.

Try it: Price £10.99 for 12 applications, from Boots and Superdrug nationwide, or at www.replens.co.uk.

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Tell me more... Probably the product that first jumps to mind when you think of lubricants, KY Jelly has been around since 1904, when it was first developed for surgical use. It's a water-based, non-staining gel that simply replaces and complements natural moisture. It can be applied directly to the vaginal area or to a condom.

Try it: Price £4 for 75ml, from Boots and chemists nationwide.

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Tell me more... With its unique texture designed to closely resemble the body's naturally occurring moisture, Sensilube gently soothes away dryness in intimate areas. It's also aligned with your natural pH so it immediately adapts to your body temperature when applied - so there's no risk of sudden chills ruining the moment! Ingredients include polyacrylamide, parabens, citric acid and water.

Try it: Price around £6 for 40ml, from chemists nationwide.

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Tell me more... It's not specifically a lubricant - but the pH-balanced, hypoallergenic Femfresh range is specially formulated for the intimate area to avoid the dryness that can be caused by soaps and shower gels. The new Triple Action Moisturising Wash is enriched with lactic acid and moisturising bamboo extract for lasting freshness.

Try it: Price £3.49 for 250ml, from supermarkets and chemists nationwide.

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Tell me more... Produced mainly with sexual pleasure in mind, this savvy addition to the KY range is a moisturiser that's designed to feel exactly like your body's natural juices. It's a non-sticky, water-based lubricant that's packed with vitamin E extracts to nourish and moisturise the skin in the intimate area.

Try it: Price £11.99 for 71g from Harmony.

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Tell me more... Another product that focuses on sexual pleasure, this super-smooth lubricant is infused with aloe vera and vitamin E to lubricate your most sensitive body parts. It has a very light texture and is hypo-allergenic - and comes in three sizes.

Try it: Prices from £7.95 for 50ml to £29.95 for 120ml at www.strawberryblushes.co.uk.

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