Whatever your current opinion on sex toys might be...kinky? Dirty? Fun? Are they Exploratory? The fact of the matter is, the more you know, the better!
What IS a Sex Toy?
At the end of the day, sex toys are simply pieces of plastic (or glass, metal or silicone) that can provide relief, discovery, rekindling, and much more. Libido often changes with age, especially when hormones do the menopausal shift. The intensity and urgency of desire frequently diminishes and it can take a little more intimate attention to stir up the juices. Wherever you are on your level of desire we know enough of you are curious about how sex toys can bring back that playful sexy feeling. Sex toys might be fun with a partner, but they really shine when it comes to adding some mojo to loving yourself solo.
We’re going to take a look at the toys on offer and dive into how each group works, what it is best for, and our recommendations. Because, whatever your personal belief and comfort level about sex toys might be, a little knowledge can open the door to a lot of possibilities.
This is a comprehensive guide to the wild and wonderful variety of sex toys out there. We have tried to focus mainly on female pleasure, though there are a few in there for the male in your life who might want to join. Enjoy!
DILDOS
A dildo is a phallic-shaped sex toy that is designed to stimulate your internal erogenous zones, including the G-spot and the P-spot. Dildos can be used vaginally, anally, and - if they vibrate - externally, too, depending on which type of dildo you buy.
They vary WILDLY in terms of texture, length and girth, so don’t be alarmed by the idea of a dildo. Modern dildos are also exploring both curvature (to reach the elusive ‘g-spot’) and the material from which they are made.
Our top picks include;
SUCTION TOYS
Suction toys vary a lot in terms of what people think of, from things such as a ‘pussy pump’ (yes, really), to the best selling ‘Satisfyer’ these toys can be great for women experiencing penetration pain, as they are gentle and don’t involve any.
ORAL SEX SIMULATORS
Oral sex can be a fun and less painful way to experience intimacy if you are having trouble with penetration. It allows you and your partner to be close and sexually intimate with one another and can be the whole act or just the intro.
These toys can help with a partner, if you are solo, or if you are looking to explore your own body a little more and figure out your own parameters of pleasure.
VIBRATORS
Vibrators refer to toys that either stimulate the clitoris or vulva, or are inserted into the vagina. Some can do both, some are not designed to be inserted. Some of the toys we have listed are also considered vibrators (the arc, the flickering tongue). Vibrators use vibration - no surprise - on your genitals as foreplay or to reach climax.
This is arguably the largest category of sex toys on the market, and they are popular for a reason. With a variety of vibration intensities and patterns, vibrators can be used in a plethora of ways to find pleasure.
KEGEL ‘TOYS’
These are less sex toys and more a way to strengthen your pelvic floor. There are ones that sync to apps, allowing you to track in real time the strengths of your ‘contractions’. However, some of the simpler and easier ones are graduated, weighted sets. These require no tech no-how, and are a great way to increase the tone of your pelvic floor which can improve sex, incontinence and your own comfort.
TOYS SPECIFICALLY FOR PARTNER SEX
Any of the toys can be used with a partner if you so choose, however there are two main ones that are often great toys to use during sex if you’re not familiar with doing so; small clitoral vibrators, and ‘penis rings’.
Small vibrators can enhance your pleasure externally, which can be key if you need more than just penetration. Penis rings actually often have vibrators attached to them now, for this purpose, but they can also slow your man down if you need some more time.
Ok, that was a lot to cover… And we know that this stuff can be intense and intimidating for some people. We are not suggesting you head out and buy everything on this list, but experimenting with your own comfort and boundaries can be a good thing if you are looking to reignite intimacy with a partner or just with yourself.
We will leave you with our final Top Five Tips to help when and if you are considering toys:
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Disclaimer: The information provided above is intended for educational and informational purposes only. Statements made have not been evaluated by the FDA nor are they intended to treat or diagnose. Any health concerns should be discussed and evaluated by your primary health care provider.
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Disclaimer: The information provided above is intended for educational and informational purposes only. Statements made have not been evaluated by the FDA nor are they intended to treat or diagnose. Any health concerns should be discussed and evaluated by your primary health care provider.