Gel Works

Gel Works is an Australian-owned manufacturer of medical-grade personal lubricants, producing the renowned Wet Stuff and Bodyglide ranges. Founded by biological chemist Paul Whyte in 1985, the company has developed over 70 formulations and currently offers 22 products spanning water-based, silicone-based, and innovative hybrid lubricants.

The Gel Works Story: Chemistry Meets Sexual Health

In 1978, Paul Whyte began researching personal lubricant formulations while completing his biological chemistry degree. By 1985, a friend working in public health presented him with a challenge: existing lubricants were designed for medical examinations, not sexual pleasure, and nothing suitable existed for use with condoms during the emerging HIV/AIDS crisis. Whyte's solution became Wet Stuff, a lubricant specifically designed for gay pleasure while maintaining condom compatibility.

Gel Works has since invested over $4 million subsidising lubricant sachets for public health campaigns promoting condom use, funding WHO-sponsored conferences on personal lubricant research in low and middle-income countries. The company estimates Whyte has spent 30,000+ hours personally discussing lubricant needs with consumers, ensuring formulations address the genuine diversity of sexual experiences rather than imposing marketing assumptions.

Quality and Medical Standards

Understanding personal lubricant selection requires appreciating quality standards. Gel Works maintains ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certifications through SAI Global and BSI Group, the latter being the medical device quality management standard. Since 2005, the company has supplied products and technical files for European distribution as Class 2A Medical Devices under DEKRA International certification. All products are manufactured in Australia using low-irritant, dermatologically-studied preservative systems.

Wet Stuff Water-Based Range

Water-based lubricants offer universal compatibility with condoms and all toy materials. The Wet Stuff range includes:

• Gold: Extra long-lasting with subtle warming sensation from water-retaining compounds (invented by Gel Works in 1993)
• Plain with Vitamin E: Modern reformulation featuring nourishing vitamin E for enhanced skin care
• Naturally: Sustainably produced for very sensitive skin, doubles as everyday vaginal moisturiser
• Aloe Vera: Gentle formula with soothing aloe for sensitive skin
• Plus: Medium-lasting formula gentler than Gold while maintaining excellent texture
• Warming: Heating sensation upon application for heightened arousal

Bodyglide Silicone Range

Silicone lubricants last significantly longer than water-based alternatives and remain effective underwater. The Bodyglide range includes:

• Original: Very long-lasting universal intimate lubricant providing smooth liquid layer
• Elite: Transforms from liquid to satin glide surface, ideal for latex products including rubber toys
• Gloss: Longest-lasting glide surface in the silicone range, forms non-drip gel texture
• Premium: Smooth satin texture that absorbs completely into skin
• Sublime: Slowly forms glide surface that intensifies movement sensations over time
• Ready Capsules: Pre-filled soft gel capsules dissolving internally to release 1500mg silicone lubricant

Anal-Specific Silicone Range

Developed specifically for the LGBTQ+ community's needs, this anal lubricant range underwent extensive research focusing on extended penetration requirements:

• Thrust: Builds gliding texture over approximately 40 minutes then disperses into skin, enhancing movement sensation
• Pleasure: Soft velour texture with fine dry finish, featuring Phenyl Trimethicone as hydrating seal and conditioning agent
• Relax: Contains Jojoba oil specifically formulated for comfortable, pain-free anal intercourse
• Raw: Waterproof, hypoallergenic, vegan-friendly blend enhancing natural lubrication during foreplay
• Premium: Smooth satin texture ideal for venue action, compatible with latex and leather
• Sublime: Intensifies movement sensations over time, increasing traction without friction

Flavoured and Specialty Products

Flavoured Range

Sugar-free, perfume-free and colourant-free flavoured lubricants for enhanced oral pleasure: Strawberry, Banana, Peppermint, and Salted Caramel.

Hybrid Creams

Combining water and silicone bases for unique textures:

• Secrets: Sorbolene-based cream using food and medical-grade silicone fluids, slowly absorbs leaving satin texture. Compatible with condoms for oral, vaginal and anal use
• Ignight: Orgasm-enhancing cream producing rich tingling waves that concentrate sensory experience, transforming from cream to smooth bodyglide gloss during use

Clean Toy Sanitiser

Broad-spectrum antimicrobial spray killing 99.5% of bacteria and fungi on sex toys and hard surfaces. Provides residual protection for up to 2 days after application. Safe for silicone, latex, plastic, rubber, glass, ceramic and painted surfaces.

Wet Stuff Product Comparison

Who Benefits from Gel Works Products

• LGBTQ+ individuals and couples requiring anal-specific formulations developed through community consultation
• Users with sensitive skin needing low-irritant, dermatologically-tested options like Naturally or Aloe Vera
• Couples seeking extended sessions benefiting from long-lasting silicone formulations
• Water play enthusiasts requiring waterproof silicone lubricants for spa, shower or pool activities
• Those with latex allergies needing confirmed condom-compatible formulations
• Menopausal women using Naturally as daily vaginal moisturiser
• Sex toy owners requiring effective sanitisation between uses

Australian-Made Quality You Can Trust

With nearly four decades of formulation expertise and genuine commitment to sexual health advocacy, Gel Works delivers lubricants designed by listening to actual user needs. Explore the complete Wet Stuff and Bodyglide range at CockRingShop and experience why this Australian manufacturer remains the trusted choice for medical-grade intimate lubrication.