Vaginal Discharge and What it Means for Your Health Rebalance Guide to Couples Having Better and Longer Lasting Sex Using Lubricants Vaginal dryness (vaginal atrophy) is a common, but painful, issue that can affect women of all ages. A dry vagina occurs when there is poor lubrication which normally occurs around the PSA: Lube is good for you! Keeping sex nice and slippery reduces friction, which increases your pleasure and lowers your risk for irritation, vaginal tears, and even STIs.