Description

K-Y Jelly Personal Lubricant, produced by Johnson & Johnson, is a versatile and trusted solution designed to enhance comfort during intimate activities. This water-based gel is colourless, odourless, non-greasy, and non-staining, making it discreet and easy to use. Its primary purpose is to reduce friction, alleviate discomfort, and protect against irritation, suitable for a variety of applications including sexual intercourse, masturbation, and the insertion of medical devices such as tampons and rectal thermometers.

Key Features

• Compatibility: Safe for use with natural rubber latex and polyisoprene condoms, as well as silicone-based sex toys. It is not compatible with polyurethane condoms.
• Ease of Use: Easily washed off due to its water solubility, and can be reactivated with water if it dries out.
• Safe Composition: Free from sulfates, artificial colorants, hormones, parabens, and added fragrances. It does not contain spermicide and is biologically inert, ensuring no reaction with latex products.

Ingredients

The formulation includes water, glycerin, hydroxyethylcellulose, propylene glycol, and several other components that ensure its effectiveness and safety. These ingredients are carefully balanced to provide a smooth and comfortable experience.

Packaging

Available in various sizes, including 2 oz., 4 oz., and 7 oz. bottles, as well as 42g tubes. Smaller sterile medical packaging options are also available, such as 5g tubes and 2.7g sachets.

Directions for Use

To use, simply apply the desired amount to the intimate area and reapply as needed. Ensure the cap is securely closed after use, and do not use if the quality seal is broken or missing. Always read the label and follow the directions provided.

Safety Information

K-Y Jelly is not classified as hazardous and requires no special storage conditions. It poses no fire or explosion risk and has low toxicity under normal use. Users should avoid contact with eyes and unintended skin areas. In rare cases, mild skin or eye irritation may occur, and ingestion of large quantities could lead to gastrointestinal discomfort.

Additional Applications

Beyond personal use, K-Y Jelly is employed in medical settings for procedures like prostate and gynecological examinations and as an alternative to ultrasound coupling gel. It also finds use in special effects to simulate slime or saliva.

Regulatory Information

All components are listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances, with no poison schedule number allocated. It is not classified as a dangerous good for transport and requires no special disposal precautions.

K-Y Jelly has a long-standing history, available over the counter in the United States since 1980, and originally introduced in 1904 as a surgical lubricant. In the UK, it is also known as 'Knect'. This product continues to be a reliable choice for enhancing comfort and ease in various intimate and medical applications.