This document presents a review on cooling and lubrication methods in machining. A systematic search of information related to these methods was carried out based on the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) methodology. The importance of the sustainability of machining processes is highlighted, as they represent between 10 and 17% of the total manufacturing cost of the final part and have negative environmental and health impacts. Although dry machining completely eliminates the use of cutting fluids, in many cases it produces unsatisfactory results due to the increase in temperature inside the tool, which requires prior analysis to ensure its viability compared to conventional techniques. On the other hand, semi-dry machining, which significantly reduces the volume of cutting fluids, is a more competitive alternative, with results similar to those of conventional machining. Other sustainable cooling and lubrication methods are also being investigated, such as cryogenic and high-pressure cooling, which offer better machining results than conventional processes. However, they have a high initial cost and further research is needed to integrate them into industry. While the combination of these cooling and lubrication methods could lead to improved results, there is a notable lack of comprehensive studies on the subject.