Modern humans weren’t the first to discover the myriad benefits of fungi; mushrooms have been utilized throughout history for a plethora of purposes. One of the latest inventions to rely on the power of 'shrooms, however, is definitely novel: Enter mushroom lube. 

Yes, you read that right. Various 'shrooms are now being added into plant-based personal lubricants for their pleasure-enhancing properties. Familiar fungi, such as tremella, cordyceps, and shiitake, are cropping up in lubes to help increase blood flow, moisture, and even stamina. This makes sense because tremella is known for its hydrating properties, cordyceps is believed to improve endurance, and shiitake has energizing properties. Ingesting such mushrooms in order to boost libido has been common practice in many cultures for thousands of years, but these trending topicals are a new—and certainly sexy—addition to the ever-growing canon of 'shroom applications. And they seem to be effective. Fans of mushroom lubes say the fungi-fueled orgasms are the best of their life.

Want to try infusing your sex life with 'shrooms? Shop our favorite mushroom lubes below.

Six 'shroomy lubes that'll bring a little more fun(gi) to the bedroom