Yes, as Sylk is a natural substance it is perfectly safe to use when you're pregnant. With no nasty chemicals, hormones or parabens you don't have to worry about your baby absorbing anything that could potentially be harmful.

Sylk is very simple and easy to use. Just prior to intercourse put a small amount on to your finger tip and apply this to the entrance to your vagina. It would be even more effective if you pushed a little inside. You could also apply some to your partners' penis, which would then lubricate you entirely. Many women will present with symptoms that they do not recognise as vaginal dryness, confusing the issue with thrush or cystitis. Sylk is widely prescribed for menopausal women but can also be used safely by all women suffering with dryness and discomfort.

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Yes. Sylk is made with natural ingredients and is free from chemicals, hormones and parabens (preservative linked to breast cancer). You can use Sylk every day as well as before sex. Just apply a couple of drops with your fingers to the entrance and inside your vagina. Parabens are a group of chemicals used for preserving products. These are commonly found in cosmetics, shampoos, skin creams and lubricants (although not in Sylk natural lubricant). Some scientists believe that parabens can be absorbed and the body mistakes them for oestrogen. This can be dangerous for some people with cancer. Everyone's needs are different, so use trial and error to determine the exact quantity. Usually 2-3 drops is sufficient. With Sylk a little goes a long way. However, it is perfectly safe to use the whole bottle in one night if you wish. There are approximately 75-150 uses per 40g bottle. Sylk natural lubricant feels just like your own lubrication and as it feels so good, actually helps stimulate your body to produce more. Your partner may not even know you're using it, unless you tell him. Because of the exciting feel, Sylk can actually enhance a man's erection and experience. Sylk is absolutely fine for oral and anal sex. It is made from natural ingredients and mimics a womans natural secretions. It is tasteless, colourless, odourless and non greasy so should feel quite natural.

With condoms: Condoms are usually lubricated, but with intense and/or long-lasting sex, the lubrication will dry out. And a dry condom breaks very easily… so a condom is only as effective as the extra lube you’ll add to it – just make sure you use a water-based lube as an oil-based lube could cause the condom to break.

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Other things you could try include working out what makes you feel better about yourself and how you can have a better relationship with your partner. Exercise, reduction in caffeine and alcohol can help you feel better and will increase libido. A word of warning: natural oils (like coconut oil) and oil-based lubes may have the right consistency, but they can erode latex, which is why Sinclair says to avoid using coconut oil or almond oil when using condoms. If you're using sex toys, she also suggests avoiding silicone-based lubes with sex toys. "Using silicone lube on a silicone sex toy can cause bending, warping, and the ruin of a toy," says Sinclair "Use a high-quality, water-based lubricant instead." Yes. Sylk is absolutely fine to use with oestrogen creams or tablets. As Sylk is a natural substance with only natural ingredients it will not interact with anything. With dental dams: Dental dams are soft plastic latex or polyurethane square, which is used to cover the female genital area, or anus, during oral sex to prevent STIs being transmitted. Using these with lube on the vulva/anus-touching side will make the experience much more pleasurable. Make sure to use a water-based lube to avoid breakage. As Sylk is a natural substance free from flavours, colours and sugars it is very unlikely that you will have an averse reaction to it. Sylk has passed all product sensitisation, stability, genetic, toxicological and compatability tests and conforms to BP standards. However, if you have any concerns about Sylk natural lubricant, always seek the advice of your medical professional before using.

Yes. Absolutely. Sylk has been subject to thorough product testing and has passed all condom compatability testing. Sylk is a water based lubricant made with natural ingredients with no chemicals whatsoever so it is perfectly safe to use with tampons, condoms and sex toys. In fact, the unique feel of Sylk enhances sensitivity which is especially good when using condoms. As latex sensitivity can be increased with friction, extra lubricant should always be used with condoms - we would recommend that you put a drop inside the tip of the condom and then massage plenty on the outside. You should not use any lubricant including Sylk if you are trying to conceive. The ph balance of Sylk (like most other lubricants) can affect the movement of sperm. When ovulation occurs, the ph balance in the vagina changes to around 7 which is a neutral ph state when pregnancy can occur.I've recently come off HRT and also have started taking Arimidex as I've had breast cancer. This has all left me very dry.......is Sylk safe for me to use? Vaginal dryness is a really common problem and every woman can experience it at some point in their life. Often all that's needed is a little bit of good quality lubricant. Sylk creates the feeling of natural lubrication and will make sex more comfortable and enjoyable. In fact, it feels so good that it actually helps stimulate your body to produce more. Simply apply a few drops to the entrance or inside the vagina prior to having sex. You may need to use trial and error to determine the amount suitable for you.