Glass dildos explained
Posted on: June 26, 2008 11:06 | Posted by: Bonny
Sexy, sophisticated and cooler than a Fox's glacier mint, these beautiful sparkly glass dildo gems will fulfil all your vaginal and anal needs while looking like a work of art...
For a long time, glass dildos have been on the receiving end of a bad press. Generally discarded as pricy sex toys that run the risk of splintering into tiny pieces during a rigorous outing or powerful orgasm, glass dildos have been pushed to the back of many sex store shelves.
Enough of that misinformed nonsense! It's time we set the record straight and high-time you experienced the sensual, smooth and tantalising ride of a glass dildo. Whatever your fears when it comes to these glistening beauties, a well-cared-for glass dildo will last just as long as any plastic alternative.
So smooth, so good
One of the more obvious reasons why glass dildos are a well-hidden secret among the sexually adventurous is because smooth glass equals smooth penetration and an almighty orgasm. Even twisted or curved glass dildos with ridges are smoother than most plastic or silicone dildos, with natural secretions running straight over their surface to make for a sweet 'n' slippery ride.
The majority of glass dildos are made from high-grade Pyrex, which is a durable, safe, sturdy material that can be heated up or cooled down in your fridge or freezer for intense variations in temperature. Any colours used to maximize the beauty of a glass dildo will be produced from non-toxic materials and, in most cases, FDA approved to ensure ultimate safety.
Highway to the danger zone?
As we've mentioned above, a well-cared-for glass dildo will last a long time. Unless you accidentally chip them, the surface of your glass dildo is unlikely to present any problems to you or your lover's vagina or (if it's a flared-base dildo) your anus.
Lots of women are guided by the misconception that glass dildos will shatter inside them if shafted too hard or if clenched too tightly by their PC muscles. Unless you're Supergirl, you'd have to work damn hard to get anywhere near breaking your glass dildo whilst it's inside you or your partner. Having said that, unnecessary force is a big no-no with any type of sex toy.
As part of your sex toy cleaning regime, get into the habit of inspecting your glass dildo for nicks, cracks or chips after each use to prevent any tiny cuts or lesions to you or your partner's skin. If you're planning on using your glass dildo for anal sex, always ensure it has a flared base for easy retrieval.
Getting jiggy with your glass dildo
Glass dildos are both functional and extremely beautiful to look at, so it's no surprise that many women feel unashamed to leave them out on their bedside table as an ornamental feature as well as a slinky sex toy. Besides using flared-base glass dildos for anal sex, general glass dildos are a must-have for smooth hand-guided penetration.
The Love Labs Ribbed 8-inch glass dildo, for example, is a titillating twister that has a delicious ribbed contour (with four graduated rings) that's perfect for stimulating your vaginal walls. If you like your dildos a bit bigger, the Love Labs Anal Twister 9-inch glass dildo is just the ticket, with a short tapered probe at one end for beginners and a large, more bulbous tip at the other for insatiable lovers.
If you feel as though external stimulation would be a good way to kick-off your glass dildo play, grab hold of the Love Labs Large Glass Massage Wand. At 10 inches, this glacial wonder is perfect for running over your body or your partner's clit or penis. But if it's a naughty corkscrew effect you're after, look no further than the Love Labs Twister glass dildo.
Some like it hot
Unlike other materials where you can only achieve a certain amount of temperature variation through using cooling or warming lubes, glass dildos can be heated up or cooled down to your liking. Varying the temperature of a glass dildo on your clit and during penetration intensifies orgasms beyond belief.
The safest way to heat up your glass dildo is by leaving it out at room temperature for a few moments to begin with. Then fill a large pan with hot tap water and submerge your glass dildo for five minutes.Once this is done, pour out most of the water until the dildo is only half submerged, then fill the bowl with boiling water, remove the dildo and set aside for 25 minutes. Always test the temperature of your dildo on your forearm first.
Lube it up
While the smooth sensation of a glass dildo will make your natural secretions flow faster than a river in flood, we still recommend that you lube up during playtime. Go for lubricants that have been designed with sex toys in mind, such as the Tracey Cox Supersex Love Lube and WET Platinum Silicone Lubricant. A thick lube like KY Jelly will be the slippery coating on a glacial dildo ride. More blog posts: Vibrators and Dildos Buyer's Guides | More on LoveHoney: Vibrators and Dildos Buyer's Guides
