Having a healthy sex life is often seen as an important element in a happy and healthy relationship. Of course, you don’t even need to be in a relationship to crave great sex.
Sometimes life gets in the way, and we find ourselves in a dip. From stress and anxiety to health problems such as erectile dysfunction, or life changes such as menopause.
These can lead to challenges for our sex lives which can impact us in different ways. This might include issues with sexual performance, or experiencing painful sex, for example as a result of vaginal dryness.
More people are discovering that CBD can help to improve your sex life. But how?
In this post we’ll look at the effects of CBD for sexual wellness, including our sex drive and physical pleasure. And we’ll take a look at what CBD products you can use to improve your sexual performance and sexual pleasure.
What are the Benefits of CBD for Sexual Wellness?
CBD may help improve sexual wellness in a variety of ways. For example, it may improve libido and change how we feel, such as reducing anxiety disorders including performance anxiety.
In terms of physical treatments, CBD has been shown to reduce inflammation and improve blood flow. This might sound contradictory, but this paradox means that CBD products could help to aid vaginal dryness, such as vaginismus, and reduce the symptoms of erectile dysfunction.
Additionally, CBD has been shown to be a powerful antioxidant that can protect the body from free radical damage. In short, this means CBD products could even help prevent yeast infections or other health factors such as high blood pressure.
Research and Evidence About the Effects of CBD on Sexual Health
The research into CBD usage for sex drive and libido are mixed. However some studies suggest that cannabis, and CBD products, might have benefits for sexual intercourse and performance.
For example, one study found that cannabis use improved the intensity of the female orgasm. This might be because of the fact that CBD aids in reducing anxiety and blood pressure, which could have a negative impact on sexual performance.
CBD has also been shown to help with a wide range of sexual health issues, including:
- Anxiety: Studies suggest that CBD products may produce relaxing effects, which can help you feel less nervous before sex. (study)
- Libido: A lack of desire and libido are common in people who suffer from anxiety or depression–and CBD may be able to help with both issues.
- Sexual pleasure: Studies have shown hemp derived CBD products may increase sensitivity to touch while decreasing pain during sex. These positive effects may be even stronger when combined with CBD’s relaxing properties.
Which CBD Products Could Help Sexual Performance
While much of the evidence about the benefits of CBD is anecdotal, there is an increasingly loud chorus of people who enjoy using CBD oil based products in their sex life.
And when it comes to using CBD for sex, there are a number of products that could help with both sexual arousal and potentially improve sexual performance.
CBD lube
CBD oil based lubes can be used as both a personal lubricant and as massage oils. These topical CBD products can be used to increase sensitivity, leading to more intense orgasms for both men and women.
CBD lubricants can also be used to reduce inflammation, promote blood flow to the genitals and help with both longer lasting and less painful sex.
Find out more about the benefits of CBD lube.
CBD edibles
For those who prefer to ingest their CBD, there are plenty of CBD oil infused products to help set the mood. CBD gummies are some of the most popular edibles.
However there are also CBD chocolates, drinks, cookies and more.
Here at ShelleySupply, we stock some of the best CBD gummies available for delivery in the UK.
CBD patches
Patches infused with CBD oils can be used to incorporate CBD into your routine. Patches can be used to relieve anxiety and muscle tension, or for pain relief. This can help to improve sexual desire and improve our sex drive.
CBD and Sexual Health in Women
CBD is a great alternative to traditional medicine for women experiencing sexual health issues. It can help reduce symptoms of menopause, stress and anxiety, and improve sleep quality.
For relief from menopause symptoms such as hot flushes or night sweats CBD could offer relief. Research has shown that when taken orally CBD can reduce these symptoms by up to 70%.
For women who find sexual intercourse painful, CBD may also offer some physical relief. Applying a CBD oil based lube can reduce inflammation and improve blood flow to the vagina, reducing the problems of painful sex such as a lowered libido or sexual anxiety.
ShelleySupply intimacy oil offers the health benefits of CBD oil and also helps to naturally lubricate and stimulate.
CBD also helps reduce stress levels which can lead to better overall health including sexual health. Stress hormones such as cortisol are released into our bodies during times of high stress which causes us to feel anxious or depressed; this leads us away from feeling good about ourselves which makes it harder for us to enjoy sex with our partner(s).
CBD and Sexual Health in Men
Men who suffer from erectile dysfunction may find that CBD products offer a natural remedy to help them improve sexual performance.
While the use of CBD oils does reduce anxiety, topical use can also improve blood flow, including in the penis. CBD oil based lubes when applied to the penis may help better sexual performance, by stimulating sexual arousal.
Using CBD edibles can also help to reduce the performance anxiety that can cause erectile dysfunction. And there is even some evidence to suggest that cannabis products, including CBD oil, can help to boost libido in both men and women.
Why Choose ShelleySupply for Your Sexual Wellness?
Here at ShelleySupply, all of our products come from hemp derived CBD. Our oils are CBD isolate, which means they have zero THC, the psychoactive element in the cannabis plant.
Our CBD products are also 100% natural and vegan, and have been third party tested to ensure quality and purity.
If you’re looking for a range of nonprescription CBD products for sexual wellness, try our new intimacy oil.
Or browse our full range of CBD oil based products for your personal and sexual wellness.
