Warming and cooling lubricants are designed to add a unique sensory experience to sexual activity. Typically water-based, they contain ingredients that create a gentle warming or tingling sensation on the skin. Warming lubricants often use botanical extracts to provide a subtle heat that builds with friction, while cooling lubricants use ingredients like peppermint to create a refreshing tingle. This type of lube is used to intensify pleasure, add a playful element to foreplay, and enhance a variety of sexual activities.