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Sex Toys 101:
The basics to self-love...
The Toys
TOYS CRIB SHEET
Dildos are designed for penetration only, and are usually made from rubber, jelly or silicone. Realistic ones are cast from molds of real penises. G-Spot dildos come in two shapes - a long, smooth shaft with a tilted tip or a knobby shaft with wide midsections. The tilted tips or knobby shafts are angled to hit the G-Spot. Double dildos are two dildos joined together with a bit of extra length. Strap-ons are attached to a harness, which goes around the pelvic area like underwear.Vibrators are like dildos, but use batteries for vibration. Internally powered vibrators usually only have one speed, while externally powered vibrators can provide multiple speeds. Insertable vibrators are the most popular, and are shaped like a penis. Clitoral vibrators are designed to be used on the clitoris, and provide focused vibrations are varying speeds and intensities. Butterfly vibrators are small and designed for incredibly strong vibrations of the clitoris. They have a motor that is in the shape of a small animal, usually a butterfly.
Anal sex toys are inserted into the anal cavity and stimulate the nerves surrounding the anus. Use of lubricant with these toys is necessary. Butt plugs plug into the rectum, and have a wide, flat base that is attached to an inner shaft. Anal beads usually have 6 to 7 beads (or various shapes) connected by a thin cord. The enjoyment comes from gently inserting the string, bead by bead, and the opening and closing of the anus as the beads are removed.
Cock rings are rings that go around the base of the penis and scrotum. This allows blood to flow from into the penis but restricts blood from flowing outwards; the penis becomes hard and stays hard longer. They come in chromed steel or rubber and are sized for the user. This is important as the fit is the key - too loose will not do anything, and too tight will cut off retreating blood flow, preventing the penis from getting soft, which can be more pain than pleasure. Some leather rings are made with snaps at different places, making it easier to fit and easier to remove. A masturbator is a long tube that acts like a vibrator for men; the shaft can suck, stroke and vibrate the penis all at the same time. A realistic vagina is a warm sheath that is a simulation of a vagina, and comes in many different shapes.
Lubricants are always a must. There are oil-based and water-based lubricants, and the best bet are water-based ones. The oil will deteriorate latex, destroying condoms and most sex toys. The reason why oil-based lubricants may still be in the market is that they have lasting power when it comes to lubrication, more so than water-based lubes. But water-based lubricants have no smell, leave no stains, and are easy to clean off. As for lasting power, they are getting better too. A rule of thumb: the more expensive the higher the quality (the less you'll need and the longer it will last). Water-based lubricants also come in different flavours, so go wild and have a little fun.
Maintaining Your Toys: Some Basic Tips for Extended Pleasure
- waterproof toys are easiest to clean, try to buy those if you can
- use products that are good for cleaning latex, silicone and jelly, such as Spectro-Jel
- wrap a towel around the battery compartment before cleaning
- store in a dry, dust-, lint- and mold-free area, preferably in a plastic container
- wrap a towel or lint-free cloth when storing
- drill some holes in the container to ensure mold does not grow
- remove batteries while in storage and leave battery case open to ensure moisture is not trapped inside
Recommends:
The Fukuoko 9000.
Fukuoko 9000, Intimate Massager
As your lover's fingertips travel your body...add the gentle stimulation of erotic vibration to even the softest caress. The Fukuoku 9000 is the state-of-the-art original fingertip massager. A flexible band slides around the finger and any of three nubbed, soft finger extensions add a silent vibration to whatever nether regions your finger travels to. Imagine the joys of soft vibration and finger massage everywhere from the stress points on your temples and neck to erogenous zones behind your knees and inside your thighs.Billed as an "intimate massager," it fits on your finger and provides power vibrations for your clitoris. Bonus that it fits neatly in your purse.
Pocket Rocket Massage Ball
A woman's collection is not complete without a classic pocket rocket to travel with, and this is the most elegant and versatile one we've seen. The pale pink mini-massager itself is compact and powerful with an easy-to-use twist bottom to begin the titillating vibrations and a head that, unlike other pocket rockets, features both tiny tendril nubs and two rounded pearl nubs. The Private Pocket Rocket comes with an added bonus though, a stretchy stimulator sleeve to slide over the rocket for deeper sensations. The love sleeve features it all -- grooves, tendrils and pearl beads at the tip and the mid-section.This powerful little tool is small, cute and discreet. Perfect for those impromptu moments, and the additions to this vibrator make it gentle and easy to use.
Venus Rapture
The Venus Rapture.
The Venus Rapture is design to arouse every single one of her pleasure points. The soft, heather purple butterfly straps on to her erogenous zone with comfy, adjustable straps and the antennae stimulate her clitoris while the wings flutter against her labia. At the same time, the petite, realistically shaped insertable arouser slides inside her to deliver electric vibrations deep within her. A toy worthy of Venus and all of her disciples.Butterfly vibrators are very hot right now. Small, powerful, and shaped perfectly to a woman's body, these hands-free vibrators are perfect for clitoral stimulation. The shaft isn't particularly long, but it does the job on all your other parts.
Jack Rabbit Dual Vibrator
Made of a bright pink, pliant jelly, the tip of this beauty is realistically sculpted. The rotating pearls in the center of the shaft provide both internal and external stimulation at her sensitive opening. While the perfectly pearled shaft rotates and vibrates, massaging her inside, the frisky bunny's ears are busy tickling her clitoris on the outside. Women the world over are in love with the Jack Rabbit.This is a best seller. Dual vibrator. Need I say more? ¤ C.Ho.
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[ Masturbation and stimulation. Part I of the article. ]