We live in a golden age for sex toys and online shopping. Today, we have a growing selection in online stores, both for sex toys and for all products in general. There are toys that stimulate your clitoris. There are sex toys that help you, such as Kegel balls for doing Kegel exercises which are good for strengthening the vaginal muscles. There are even toys with apps that allow your partner to control your toy from anywhere in the world.
Buy a sex toy and you will have an orgasm. Literally.
At least that's the promise. It tempts you to whip out your credit card after reading the latest review on an oddly shaped vibrator. The excitement gets bigger when your friends are also talking about him on social media. You decide to buy it, and at one point you feel like throwing it away right after the first use. Just because a sex toy has given pleasure to one user does not mean that it is the right toy for you.
With so many pleasure products on the market, how do you find the perfect sex toy?
Warning: There is no such thing as a perfect sex toy
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The most common question we get is "What is the best sex toy?"
Not which is the best sex toy for them, but the best in general.
Our answer is almost always the same: it depends.
Every body is different
The first step to finding your perfect sex toy is to get to know yourself better and discover what makes you feel good. Take some time for yourself and give your body what it needs. Pleasure is the best way – and the most fun way – to learn what your body needs.
Keep in mind that while masturbating, the way you touch yourself may be completely different from the way you want to be touched. What turns you on when you masturbate isn't necessarily the same thing that turns you on when you're with your partner(s). It is a good idea to have different sex toys that you can change depending on your mood and depending on whether you are alone or with a partner.
Other factors can also affect your sexual desires and needs: medications (such as birth control pills or antidepressants), menstrual cycles, vaginismus, erectile dysfunction, and stress. You may feel uncomfortable at first, but talk to your doctor if these problems are affecting your sex drive and satisfaction.
Common types of sex toys
There is a sex toy for everyone, whether you are male or female. Buying a sex toy is like visiting a candy store. At first glance, it seems like you have too many options. Each toy promises you explosive orgasms. At least until the batteries run out.
How will you know if a certain toy will bring you unforgettable pleasure? You'd have to buy the toy to find out, but that's not a good idea if you're on a tight budget.
This guide will help you decide what kind of sex toy you want before you buy. Most sex toys can be sorted into several categories. By comparing their basic shapes and functions to your needs, you can determine how likely it is to bring you the perfect orgasm.
External stimulation
In our experience, toys that stimulate the clitoris are the most popular, especially when women are shopping for themselves. Since most women need clitoral stimulation to reach orgasm, it's important to prioritize those 8.000 clitoral nerve endings when choosing a toy. (Careful!?! is that what your body enjoys.)
Toys for external stimulation are available in a wide variety of sizes and shapes. They can be massagers, vibrating panties, clitoral stimulators, finger vibrators. If you prefer a stronger clitoral sensation, opt for vibrations with a smaller tip, we recommend clitoral stimulators for that. For more intense stimulation, try a toy with a larger surface area.
These toys especially finger vibrators, you can also try them on other erogenous zones such as the chest, inner thighs, penis and scrotum.
Toys to try: Bullet vibrators, vibrating panties and wand massagers, which can provide direct stimulation of the clitoris.
B Swish – Bcute classic vibrator
Fifty Shades of Gray – Sensation Mini wand massager
And guys have more options for external stimulation. They are the most common the masturbators, designed to replace hands (or mouths). They can be shaped like mouths, vaginas or anuses and offer different textures inside. Cock rings can also be worn around the penis or scrotum to increase sensitivity.
Toys to try: Masturbators can simulate a variety of penetrative activities, while cock rings will increase the sensitivity of the penis or scrotum.
Internal stimulation
Just because women need clitoral stimulation to orgasm doesn't mean they don't enjoy internal stimulation. While only a small part of the clitoris protrudes between the labia, the largest number of nerves are located in the vagina and pelvic region.
Whether you want bigger or smaller vibrators or dildo, you will never run out of options. G-spot stimulation sex toys are slightly curved in order to precisely touch and stimulate the g-spot.
Toys to try: penis-shaped vibrators, dildos, wand massagers for G-spot or massagers.
Suction or air pulse technology
Although suction or air pulse toys have been on the market for a while, they have become more popular and affordable recently. There are several major players in this category.
Satisfyer offers toys that perfectly balance pulsating and massaging changes in air pressure without touching the clitoris. Theirs clitoral stimulants gently pulse around the clitoris to stimulate it. Many users say that they reached orgasm in a few seconds.
Due to the popularity (and effectiveness) of such toys, other companies have created toys that provide the sensation of gently sucking the clitoris to provide similar stimulation. Some have even added vibrations to their toys for clitoral stimulation.
Toys to try: Clitoral suction cups
Double stimulation
Even though clitoral stimulation is a priority for women, very often they also want good internal stimulation at the same time. Therefore, there are sex toys that are designed with multiple functions for dual stimulation.
Thanks to Sex and the City, the most popular type of dual stimulation toy is the Rabbit Vibrators. The inner part can vibrate, penetrate or rotate, while the "hand" vibrates on the clitoris. These toys are available in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and functions.
Another type of double stimulation sex toys are S-shaped double stimulation toys that can be used without having to hold them. One part is intended for internal penetration, while the other part stimulates the vagina.
Toys to try: Any form of Rabbit Vibrators, Satisfyer (C-shaped toy).
Anal massagers
When done right, experimenting with anal toys can be fun and exciting. Take good lubricant for anointing, rosary or butt plug to stimulate the sensitive nerve endings in that area and the fun can begin.
Men may want to try toys that focus on the P-spot. While the prostate can be massaged externally, the most pleasant way is through internal stimulation. Regular butt plugs or dildos can do this, but look for specially shaped attachments that are curved to massage the prostate.
Toys to try: Bath Plug and Anal Rosaries which provide overall stimulation. P-spot massagers are focused on the prostate.
What to look for when buying a toy
Now that you are familiar with the most common types of sex toys, here are some tips for buying them:
- Sometimes less is better. It's tempting to buy a toy with more than 25 vibrating functions, but most people find a few modes they enjoy and stick with them.
- Read reviews. Remember that not all toys are right for everyone, so look for reviews that highlight the type of stimulation you're looking for.
- If you're trying a new style of toy, buy an affordable one to test it out. Aim for a mid-priced toy, as cheaper ones may be of lower quality and will frustrate you.
- Guarantees. Look for a brand that offers at least a one-year warranty, especially if you're buying a luxury toy.
- Switch to rechargeable toys when possible. They have become much more affordable and are more environmentally friendly than toys that use batteries.
With these tips, you're on your way to finding the perfect sex toy for your body.