Hmmm...I am wondering if you got a bottle that was laying in someone's warehouse and was outdated? The only other explanation would be that it was exposed to sunlight for an extended period of time (probably not by you, but perhaps by who you purchased it from?). Since we are three steps from ultimate sale (we sell distributors, who sell retailers, who then sell to consumers)we sometimes find that products, especially liquids, are outdated and have lost their "punch." I would be happy to send a new one if you contact me directly at al@calexotics.com less

Ingredients are always listed on the product itself, so if you have had issues with another product, you will probably feel the same with another. Always try a new lube on a very small area prior to use, and if you are allergic to one of the ingredients, it will not be as big of a deal as when you actually use a large quantity during activity. Most water based products do not contain an active ingredient that would cause such a reaction....many times silicone lubes create sensitivity....but, everyone is different. If the store has testers, try a small amount on a small area of your arm, and browse for a while to see if there is any reaction. Of course, the lube will end up on a more sensitive area so...caution is advised with any new lubricants, warming, ware-based, or silicone. less

Great advice! I always recommend trying it on the inner wrist or between the thumb and pointer finger; those are pretty sensitive areas on the hands, but obviously, it won't be the same as the genitals. It's much better to find out that you have a reaction before you get in the middle of activity though.

I'm happy to say I've never had any reaction to Cal Exotics lubricants.

Thanks for the great advice, Al. I love how CalExotics takes care of their customers. less