A Beginner's Guide to Sex Toys
by Carly Drew
25 July 2008
The world of sex toys can be daunting, to say the least. Whether you're buying for someone special or treating yourself, it's hard to know where to start.
Don't know the difference between a dildo and a vibrator? Scared stiff of those funny looking anal beads? Wondering what a cock ring actually does?
Let our Sex Toys Beginner's Guide help you to become sex toy savvy.
Vibrators
Most women find it easier to achieve orgasm through clitoral stimulation than any other kind, which is why the vibrator is one of the most popular sex toys.
There are many different kinds of vibrator - butterfly, finger, bullet, G-spot, realistic, strap-on, waterproof... but easily the most famous of the vibrators is the rabbit.
The rabbit vibrator is a toy that provides both internal and clitoral stimulation at the same time, making it unlike anything else.
The LoveHoney Jessica Rabbit 2.0 Vibrator is the perfect first time vibrator because of its incredible ease of use, multispeed controls and waterproof cover - for fun in the bedroom and the bathroom!
However if all those functions scare you, start small with the Tracey Cox Supsersex Bullet Vibrator. Single-speed, sweet and discreet, this mini vibrator is unintimidating and easy to use. It's also great for using alone or with a partner!
Dildos
Dildos are perfect for those who like something a little more realistic about their sex toys. They are ideal if you need some sort of internal stimulation to orgasm and they can hit your G-spot perfectly when angled right.
The most popular kinds are the realistic and the glass dildos - the realistic because of the simply irresistible feel of them and the glass for the unique sensations they create.
However, each dildo has its purpose and the double ended and strap-on dildos are perfect for those who are feeling a little more adventurous.
The Toy Joy Mini Prince Charming Dildo is the ideal dildo for a taster of what excitement is to come! This super-realistic dildo has an amazingly soft feel to it but is still firm enough to be incredibly satisfying. The smaller size is easy for anyone to enjoy and it's available in three realistic colours.
Anal Toys
The prospect of anal play can be a little scary but once you get over that initial fear and realise that the whole area is rich in nerve endings that just love to be teased and stimulated, you'll never look back!
There are three main kinds of anal sex toys: anal beads, anal dildos and butt plugs.
Anal beads are probably the best introduction because of their ease of use, graduated sizing and unintimidating appearance. Pick up a set of LoveHoney's Beginner Anal Beads and you can start with the smallest bead then work your way up to taking them all. Easy peasy!
However, Anal dildos provide greater sensations and are available in many different shapes and sizes, making them ideal for men, women and couples.
Similarly, butt plugs give you that incredible feeling of fullness and also give you the graduated shaping of anal beads too - the best of both worlds.
Whichever anal toy you decide is best for you, it's important to consider lubrication, to avoid any pain.
Cock Rings
The purpose of a cock ring is to make your erections stronger and longer lasting. They also have the added bonus of being very pleasurable for your partner too, especially the brilliantly textured and vibrating kinds!
What a cock ring does is trap blood in the penis, resulting in engorgement, greater sensitivity and a firmer erection. Simply slide the cock ring down over your erect penis to the base and enjoy the incredible look and feeling!
The LoveHoney 7 Function Vibrating Magic Cock Ring 2.0 is a great way to initiate yourself and your partner into the world of cock rings.
This skin-safe rubber cock ring slides smoothly over your cock and balls, resting comfortably at the base. With the ultra powerful, multi-speed vibrator on top of the penis, it will stimulate your partner's clitoris to a mind-blowing orgasm! But the fun isn't just for her, you can enjoy some intense sensations too, as those vibrations travel incredibly well!
Male Masturbators
It's perfectly normal for groups of men in pubs to laugh about male masturbators, but I can guarantee that at least one of them owns a Fleshlight or a Monkey Spanker!
There really is no reason to be embarrassed about them; they're great fun, incredibly pleasurable and can easily be hidden away when not in use.
Male masturbators prove that sex toys aren't just for women. There are entire ranges available to men with such variety and diversity that you're bound to find something that tickles your fancy. There's the ultra-realistic to the ultra-practical, vibrating to massaging, sex dolls to prostate toys - whatever you're after, there's a male masturbator for you!
An ideal starter would be the Pink Lady Fleshlight. This sensuously soft sleeve has the life-like look and feel of a real vagina! Simply lube up and slide inside to experience the sensations of this velvety, smooth masturbator. It's easy to handle, even easier to clean and designed for discreet storage too.
If you want something on the lower end of the price scale so you can experiment and see if male masturbators are right for you, check out the disposable TENGA products including the eggs and onacups! Pocket-friendly in both size and price, there are a multitude of TENGA products in different shapes and textures for you to enjoy.
