There are thousands of sex toys for sale, some as small as a quarter, and some as big as a person. If you attempt to purchase a sex toy without some basic knowledge, you may find yourself quickly overwhelmed. With all the different types, I could write a book on sex toys – and maybe some day I will – but for now, this blog serves to give you an overview of the general categories of sex toys and help you find what works for you.
Vibrators – Vibrators are probably what most people think of when they hear “sex toy”. While the common image is of a slender phallic shape, vibrators are any toys designed to stimulate the body, which is battery operated or electrical. Sub categories of vibrators include Penetrative, Wands, Bullet, Anal, G-Spot, Rabbits, and even Alarm Clock.
Penetrative Toys – Demonstrating the overlap in a lot of these categories, penetrative toys may include several types of vibrators. The most common types of penetrative toys are dildos. There is a lot of confusion between dildos and vibrators – some vibrators can be used as dildos, but dildos are not vibrators because dildos don’t have motors and are only used for penetration. Additional penetrative toys include double penetration dildos, strap-ons, kegel exercisers, horseshoes, Ben Wa balls, and fuck/sex machines.
Nipple Toys – Men and women have varying degrees of sensitivity in their nipples – some enjoy nipple stimulation, while for others it can be too intense or even painful. For those who enjoy erotic nipple play, there are nipple clamps and suction devices. Clamps cause arousal by providing different degrees of pressure. Suction devices cause nipples to swell and become more sensitive.
Anal Toys – In addition to penetrative toys, which can be used for anal insertion, there are also several types of toys specific to anal play, including anal beads, prostate massagers, and butt plugs, all of which should be accompanied with lubrication.
Male Masturbators / Penile Toys – Sometimes a hand just won’t do, and on those occasions, there is a huge variety of male masturbatory toys to choose from, as well as penile toys increasing the pleasure for both parties during sex. Assisting in his pleasure are Synthetic Vaginas, Cock Rings, Penis Sleeve, Penis Extension, and Cock Harness.
Dolls – Sex dolls are masturbation devices, which go beyond mere physical needs. The anatomically correct life-size doll helps stimulate on an emotional level as well by appealing to user’s fantasies. One of the most popular brands is RealDoll, which includes a line of several of the Wicked girls.
A Cautionary Note About Sex Toys:
Before we knew how harmful it was, many sex toys were made out of Jelly Latex, a substance containing polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which is toxic to your body. Phthalates are another harmful type of chemicals used in the production of many toys. When purchasing sex toys, it’s extremely important to make sure they are PVC-free and Phthalate-free. Safe materials to purchase include silicone, glass, stainless steel, and Pyrex, and even though they cost a bit more money, they are worth it in the long run.
What provides one person with pleasure may not for another, but breathe easy because every day, new, creative ideas are being imagined and produced. If you have yet to find the right toy(s), chances are it will be here soon… or maybe you can create it yourself. In a future blog, I will share my 10 favorite sex toys and why I chose them.
xo,
jd
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