Sex Toys guide

Anal Beads: Anal beads are plastic or jelly strands of multiple spheres or balls attached together in series which are continuously inserted through the anus into the rectum and then removed with varying speeds depending on the desired effect as the person reaches climax.

Ben Wa Balls: Also known as Orgasm balls or Venus balls are small, marble-sized balls, usually hollow and containing a small weight that roll around, and are used for sexual stimulation by insertion into the vagina. Regular use of Ben Wa Balls may also simply increase the strength of the pelvic floor muscles ( vagina muscles) for more pleasurable orgasm.

Bullet: Also known as egg is a type of sensual vibrator that is egg or bullet shaped that is used for stimulation. They can also be referred to as egg vibrators or bullet vibrators, depending on their shape. Egg vibrators are included in the group of the small and discreet sex toys that measure 2–3 inches in length and ¾ inches in width. They are less expensive and typically not as strong as other wand style external vibrator but they are still fairly popular because they are discreet and are controlled by a small remote attached with a thin wire.

Butt Plugs: Butt Plugs are designed to be inserted into the anus to increase sexual pleasure. They are similar to Dildos in some ways but tend to be shorter and have a flanged end to prevent the device from being lost inside the anus. Butt plugs come in a variety of colors, shapes, sizes, and textures. Some are designed to look like penises, while some are ribbed or wavy. Butt plugs are made of a variety of materials, the most common being latex. Other materials used include silicone, neoprene, wood, metal, glass, and many other materials. Silicone is a particularly good material, as it can be disinfected in boiling water.

Clitoral Stimulators: Clitoral stimulators are vibrators designed to externally stimulate a woman’s clitoris for her sexual pleasure and orgasm. They are created for massaging the clitoris, and are not penetrating sex toys, although the shape of some vibrators allows for penetration and the stimulation of inner erogenous zones for extra sexual pleasure. The clitoral vibrators are usually small & fit in your palm and designed to vibrate at varying speeds and intensities. Vibrators are normally driven by batteries and some of them can be used underwater.

Cock Ring: Is a ring usually worn around the base of the penis and sometimes around the testicles. It’s primary purpose is to restrict the flow of blood from the erect penis in order to produce a stronger erection or to maintain an erection for a longer period of time. There are lots of different types of cock rings, including vibrating cock rings and ones with knobs and ridges, which are all designed to enhance pleasure. It is important to measure the circumference of the penis before buying a cock ring to ensure correct fit. It is also recommended that beginners get an adjustable cock ring, or one that stretches, until they feel ready to move on to a fixed-size metal ring.

Dildos: Dildos are usually solid and phallic in shape and are designed for sexual penetration of the vagina, mouth, or anus and they have the closest feeling to real penis penetration. They come in a variety of shapes, lengths, and colors. Selection of a dildo depends on personal preference. Some dildos are designed to be worn in a harness, sometimes called a strap-on harness or strap-on dildo, or to be worn inside, sometimes with externally attached vibrating devices. Strap-on dildos may be double-ended, meant to be worn by users who want to experience vaginal or anal penetration while also penetrating a partner. They may also be used for anally penetrating men. If a female penetrates a male, the act is known as pegging.

Double Dongs: A double penetration Dildo or double dildo is designed in the form of two penetrative penis heads on both ends making it a great toy that allows for the simultaneous penetration for couples at the same time. A U shape curved double dildos are used for double penetration by one person.

Elastomer Toys: An elastomer is a molecule with elastic properties. The benefit of using elastomers is their ability to stretch to moderate elongations and return to their near original shape. Elastomer toys are soft and they have the feel of a jelly toy. The advantage of an elastomer toy over a jelly toy is that elastomers are Phthalates free and are generally considered body safe and they are known as the safer jelly. Elastomers are less porous than jellies and are often very cost effective but still require a lot of care when cleaning. They should not be shared between partners as they can harbor bacteria, and care should be taken to ensure they are well cleaned with warm soapy water and dried thoroughly. We recommend using water based lubricant with elastomer toys.

Female Pumps: A female pump is designed to be applied to the clitoris or nipples and it comes with a suction cup that is placed over the clitoral area or the nipples. Explore an amazing sensation on your own or with a partner. Place the cylinders over your clitoris and each nipple, using a little lube if necessary for a tight seal. Just squeeze the trigger-style hand pump to increase suction strength, pulling your clit and nipples further and further into the cylinders. Adjust the individual air flow valves for a customized experience.

Fleshlight: The fleshlight is a brand of artificial-vagina or artificial anal opening sex-toy for male masturbation. It consists of an outside case which is shaped like a large flashlight and an inner insert which comes in a variety of colors, orfices, and internal textures. Fleshlight is one of the most popular sex toy for men, and It can be used for both pleasure and to increase sexual performance and stamina. We recommend the use of water-based lubricants with your fleshlight Sleeves. Oil based lubes will deteriorate the material. To clean a Fleshlight, Just remove the case and run warm water through the sleeve (Don’t use soap or other chemicals), then spray fleshwash cleaning spray and rinse it again few times, ( you may substitute fleshwash with more effective and cheap 70% isopropyl alcohol from any convenience store). Drying is a bit more tricky as it takes a very long time. Start shaking out as much water as possible and then let it air dry for the whole day. You can thread a slender towel (like one of those nice microfiber clothes) through its length to wick away moisture and then stick it in front of a fan or by the window where airflow can circulate through the sleeve to help speed the process along. Make sure the fleshlight is 100% dry before you store it, as it can mildew very easily. After few uses, the fleshlight becomes sticky, It’s super easy to refresh your fleshlight, Just sprinkle cornstarch around the outside of the Fleshlight sleeve ( make sure it is completely dry before you apply the cornstarch) .

Glass Dildos: Made of high quality borosilicate glass, tempered for strength and featuring all the benefits of the non-allergenic, non-porous, durable, and easily sterilized material. Sex toys made of glass are a breeze in maintenance and care since you can literally boil them to sterilize or can be sterilized in the dishwasher which makes them ideal for people who find themselves susceptible to allergic reactions from latex and rubber toys. Glass wands are unharmed by temperatures, but very receptive of the latest, which means temperature play with those little bad boys is unbelievable. You can either heat the dildo in hot water or cool it in the freezer for an amazing sensation. Glass sex toys are almost indestructible, look and feel luxurious, with an array of benefits that you can’t get from other materials.

G-Spot Vibrator: This vibrator is built to massage the G-spot, described as a bean-shaped area of the vagina. Some women report that it is an erogenous zone which, when stimulated, can lead to strong sexual arousal, powerful orgasms and female ejaculation. Women usually need direct clitoral stimulation to orgasm, and stimulating the G-spot area through sexual penetration, especially in the missionary position (man on top, woman lies on her back) , is difficult to achieve because of the special angle at which penetration must occur. The curved structure of the G-spot vibrator attempts to make stimulating the G-spot area possible without awkward body positioning.

Jelly Toys: Jelly is a blend of polyvinyl chloride* (PVC) and rubber used to make sex toys, including vibrators and dildos. It’s a popular sex toy material because it’s inexpensive and able to be formed into virtually any shape. It gets its name for its soft texture and feel, which resembles jelly. As rubber is a major component of jelly, sex toys made from this material can have a distinctive, rubbery odor when you first open the package, but it usually fades away quickly. Most people are not troubled by this, but it can be a turn off. Jelly is a very porous material and can harbor bacteria. They should be cleaned thoroughly after every use to avoid infections. To be on the safe side, it’s best to use a condom whenever you use jelly sex toys. This is particularly important when sharing your toy or using it for anal play. You can only use water base lubricants with jellies.

*Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is the third most commonly produced plastic in the world and is a versatile ingredient that can be used to make hard plastic sex toys or softer sex toys (often when combined with rubber or silicone).

Metal / Stainless Steel Sex Toys: Metal is a fantastic material for sex toys. they are rigid and conveys a sense of elegance and sophistication through its shiny, metallic surface. Most of these toys are made of stainless steel or aluminum, but there are few luxury toys made of gold and silver as well. Stainless steel toys are the most popular and are mostly used for dildos and anal toys. They are hard, smooth, non-porous, hypoallergenic and tend to have a nice weight to them. Stainless steel toys just like glass dildos can be used for temperature play by boiling them or placing them in cold water to achieve a great sensation. However, in ambient conditions, metal toys will typically be colder to start with. Steel toys can be cleaned easily in the dishwasher if they don’t have electrical components, otherwise they can be washed with soap and warm water. Any type of lubricant is compatible with steel toys, our first choice is silicone base.

Nipple Clamp: It is a clamp that is applied to the nipples of a person of either gender to create pain which produces pleasure, by the restriction of blood flow, and by the reintroduction of blood flow. Clamps are typically used in pairs and often connected by a chain.

Rubber Toys: Rubber is a common material used to make sex toys, including vibrators and dildos. Rubber is soft to the touch but not as pliable as some other popular sex toy materials, including silicone and the rubber-PVC blend known as jelly. Because rubber is affordable, rubber sex toys are economical to manufacture and inexpensive for consumers. Rubber is quite porous, like jelly, so it’s a bit of a magnet for bacteria. For this reason you need to clean your rubber sex toys thoroughly with a mild soap, water, and a soft cloth after every use. Water and silicon-based lubricants are also the best choices for prolonging the life of your rubber sex toys. Rubber sex toys can’t be sterilized, so some experts recommend using them with a condom at all times. As most rubber toys may contain latex, people with latex allergies will react to rubber toys. Make sure to stop using rubber toys immediately if you get itchy, red or any other allergic reactions occur.

Realistic Toys: Realistic toys are the perfect solution when the real thing is not available or you want to experiment with a different size or type of penis. Molded from actual penises, realistic dildos have natural looking veins and testicles and the feel of a real penis. They are made from realistic materials such as cyberskin* and UR3.They retain body heat when being used and you can simply massage them with your hands beforehand to safely warm them up. Squirting realistic dildos are also a great option when you are looking for a completely real experience. Some of today’s best, most popular realistic toys take everything you love about a real penis and elevate it into the stratosphere. They can be designed to vibrate, twirl or thrust on demand. Realistic dildos are specifically designed for penetration and can be used anally or vaginally. They can come with suction cups that make it easy to secure them in a variety of different positions making for a great strap-on sex, whether you are a woman who wants to penetrate her partner or a man who wants to try another penis on for size. Some are waterproof and can be enjoyed in the shower or tub. They can be cleaned with warm water and antibacterial mild soap. Although realistic toys are on the high end of the price list, but they are well worth the price. Water based lubes are best used on realistic toys. Silicone based lubes can ruin realistic toys easily.

*Cyberskin/UR3/Ultraskin/Real Feel: All these and more are different names for essentially the same product. Cyberskin is a synthetic material with an extremely realistic feel like the human skin. It often becomes sticky after washing (which can be remedied by a dusting of cornstarch).

Silicone Toys: Silicone toys are made from a non porous material and offer soft, yet firm internal and external stimulation for men and women. Many people prefer toys made from silicone because the material is flexible, so the sex toys feel more realistic than toys made from glass or other hard substances. Silicone toys are also good for people with allergies and other sensitivities as they are skin-safe and phthalate-free (phthalate are chemicals used to make plastics more flexible and harder to break). Silicone toys hold body temperature well, transfer vibrations without being buzzy, and can be boiled to be sterilized (as long as the toy doesn’t contain a motor). Warm water and antibacterial soap will easily clean these non porous toys. Silicone toys are slightly more expensive, but they are your best bet for the money. A good silicone product will last a lifetime with proper use and care. Silicone-based lubes should not be used with silicone toys as they can break down the rubber over time and ruin your toy. Just use a water-based lube with your silicone toys and with the proper care they will last you for a very long time.

Strap-On Dildo: A dildo designed to be worn usually with a harness* during sexual penetration and is designed to sit in a similar position as the male penis. Strap-ons are typically worn by women enabling female partners to penetrate each other, but they can also be used by men who experience impotence or erectile dysfunction and can be used in the same manner as the penis for sexual activity. Harnesses and dildos are made in a wide variety of styles, with variations in how the harness fits the wearer, how the dildo attaches to the harness, as well as various features intended to facilitate stimulation of the wearer and the sexual partner. A strap-on dildo is very versatile and can be used for vaginal sex, anal sex, oral sex, or mutual masturbation. Strap-on dildos are to be well lubricated to ease penetration and can be used by people of any gender or sexuality. Strap-ons can also include butt plugs or clitoral stimulators to improve the experience for a female strap on wearer.

*Harness: the harness connects the dildo to the wearer’s body, usually in a position similar to the penis. A good harness should be sturdy yet comfortable, and is often designed to provide stimulation for the wearer. There are a variety of harnesses available in the market. Harnesses may use an O-ring or a Vac-U-Lock system to keep the sex toy in place. The O-ring style is the most popular, as it can be used with a variety of different types and sizes of sex toys. In contrast, Vac-U-Lock systems are only compatible with particular dildos made for this locking mechanism.

Thermoplastic Rubber / TPR Toys: TPR /TPE (Thermoplastic rubber / elastomer) is a versatile material softer than hard plastic and is used to make sex toys with different levels of firmness and flexibility. In other words, TPR/TPE are stretchy materials having the elastic properties of rubber. TPE and TPR toys are usually phthalate-free* and latex-free. Most TPR/ TPE are porous materials (meaning they have pores that can harbor bacteria). TPR is hypoallergenic and less porous than a cyberskin or a jelly. It’s compatible with water-based lubes, but you might notice a slight ‘nail polish’ smell due to its chemical composition. TPR is soft, flexible and feels smooth to the touch. Yet, it is also strong and very durable. TPR and TPE toys are cleaned with warm soapy water.

*Phthalate: Phthalates are a class of chemicals used as plasticizers and added to products to increase the flexibility or softness of different materials. In the sex toy world they are used to make those super vibrant jelly toys that sell for less than $20, or the PVC (polyvinylchloride) hard toys. Phthalates may have side effects when they come into contact with your body that could cause health problems. It is always recommended to use sex toys that are Phthalates free.

Vibrators: A vibrator is a sex toy leader that is commonly used on the body to produce pleasurable sexual stimulation. They can be used to stimulate the clitoris, G-spot, penis, anus, nipples and any sensitive area of the body, to achieve orgasm. Vibrators come in a variety of shapes, sizes, strengths and a range of speed, such as phallic-shaped vibrators designed to stimulate inside the vagina or anus, as well as bullet-shaped vibrators which are usually used on the clitoris. Vibrators can be battery-powered, cordless, and rechargeable, or cord-powered. The wand vibrator, which is smooth and shaped like a rocket is a classic. We often recommend a palm vibrator to newbies. Palm vibrators are shaped like a curved massage stone, and fit over the vulva to provide external vibration to the clitoris and surrounding area. it is always recommended that you use lubricant when you use a vibrator for masturbation or sexual activities.

Wand Massagers: Wand massagers was originally manufactured for relieving tension and relaxing sore muscles, but is most famous for its use as a vibrator for clitoral stimulation and are generally powerful, offering more intense stimulation and better durability.

Wood Toys: Wood is a natural material used to make a variety of beautifully designed sex toys from different types of wood such as cherry, oak, olive and mahogany. Wood sex toys are free of phthalates and other chemicals, which make them a good alternative for people with allergies and sensitivities. Wood dildos and butt plugs are lighter than metal and glass dildos which make them feel more comfortable and more pleasant than those made of more rigid materials. Getting splinters from wood sex toys is rarely a risk, because Professional manufacturers sand and finish their toys with a medical-grade coating to make them smooth and safe for use. People interested in buying their wooden toy from a local artisan, should ask about the type of water-resistant coating substance used which should not contain chemicals or irritants. Any type of lubricant is safe to be used with a wooden toy. The best way to clean a wooden sex toy is with a smooth cloth and a warm soapy water.

Sex toys care

Cleaning a sex toy properly is very important for your health and safety, as well as the longevity of your items. Sex toys are divided into two categories: porous and nonporous. Nonporous toys are ones that can be safely shared because their surfaces are impenetrable by bacteria. The most common nonporous materials are glass, Pyrex, silicone, and stainless steel. Porous toys, on the other hand, are made from materials like hard plastic, cyberskin, elastomer, jelly rubber, nylon, and neoprene, and are more absorbent. You can find your sex toy material labelled on the package.

For non porous materials such as silicone, Pyrex and metal, they can be washed with antibacterial hand soap and water or they can be boiled for 10 minutes to disinfect them (as long as the toy doesn’t contain a motor). Glass is non porous and can be washed with soap and water. Some types of glass can not be exposed to extreme temperatures to avoid warpage. Rinse all your toys thoroughly when using soap and water to avoid any residue.

For porous materials such as hard plastic, cyberskin, nylon, neoprene, jelly rubber, vinyl and soft vinyl, acrylic, and elastomer, they can be cleaned with antibacterial soapy water. Cyberskin products are more sensitive and need to be cleaned with antibacterial mild soapy water, and fully air dried before you store them. Once they are dry, sprinkle them with a small amount of cornstarch to keep them soft and velvety (do not use baby powder).

Porous toys cannot be sanitized, a simple soap and water wash is the best you can do. Products sold as anti-bacterial sex toy cleaner are not effective with porous materials, and can only ever clean the surface. Bacteria, mildew and more are embedded in the pores. Polyurethane type condoms should be used with porous materials to lower the risk of getting an infection. Porous toys should be replaced more often (generally every six months). The more efficient and the better way, is the use of the non porous toys that last for a very longtime with the proper care and maintenance.

Fleshlight cleaning procedure: To clean a Fleshlight, Just remove the case and run warm water through the sleeve (Don’t use soap or other chemicals), then spray fleshwash cleaning spray and rinse it again few times, ( you may substitute fleshwash with more effective and cheap 70% isopropyl alcohol from any convenience store). Drying is a bit more tricky as it takes a very long time. Start shaking out as much water as possible and then let it air dry for the whole day. You can thread a slender towel (like one of those nice microfiber clothes) through its length to wick away moisture and then stick it in front of a fan or by the window where airflow can circulate through the sleeve to help speed the process along. Make sure the fleshlight is 100% dry before you store it, as it can mildew very easily. After few uses, the fleshlight becomes sticky, It’s super easy to refresh your fleshlight, Just sprinkle cornstarch around the outside of the Fleshlight sleeve (make sure it is completely dry before you apply the cornstarch).

A word of caution when using a condom with a sex toy: Make sure to buy non-lubricated condoms, or condoms with water-based lube. Most lubricated condoms come with silicone lubricants which are not compatible with a silicone toy. For silicone or hard materials, you can use a latex condom if you don’t have latex allergies. For porous materials, polyurethane condoms are strongly recommended. Many porous materials have oil in the material as a softener, and oil is not compatible with latex condoms.