There are ~ almost ~ as many sex toy designs as there are
sex positions; Trying to pick one that suits your preferences can be more
difficult than finishing your first CrossFit WOD. But most can be relegated to
specific categories. To our rescue, sex and relationships educator Sarah Sloane
(who has been teaching sex toy classes at Good Vibrations and Pleasure Chest
since 2001) discusses 12 of the most common types of sex toys with information
on the benefits and best practices of use for each. (Related: I've tried over
100 vibrators, and my favorite look is like a banana)
Wand vibrators
Vibrators are probably the most common type of sex toy, and
when you hear the word, you are likely to visualize the infamous Hitachi Magic
Wand, which (as the name suggests) is a wand vibration. (Fun fact: it was
introduced in the '70s as the "Cadillac of vibrators").
"Wand vibrators or vibrating
eggs typically deliver vibrations at higher RPMs, so they are more intense
than other vibrations," says Sloane. "They work very well for people
with vulvas or penises who enjoy a strong sensation or who have a hard time
becoming fully aroused without intense stimulation."
Wand vibrations can also be used to apply stimulation to
non-inferior regions; They work as back and shoulder massagers, a ~ teasing
tool ~ for tracking someone's body, or a very intense nipple toy, Sloane says.
Clitoral
vibrators
According to Sloane, clitoral vibrations have emerged as
their own category. They are usually much smaller, less phallic in shape, and
specifically designed for (yes) the clitoris. "They are best for people
who like direct clitoral stimulation," she says.
That being said, there are a variety of shapes and sizes
under the clitoral vibration umbrella. For example, Dame's Eva II has wings
that wrap around the lips so that bzzzbzzz is applied directly to your bud,
while Jimmyjane's Form 2 has little "ears" that can wrap around your
button with pleasure with adult toys. Or
you can go with a simpler bullet vibe like We-Vibe Tango that looks (obviously)
like a bullet. There are also clitoral vibrator
sex toys that look like everyday objects like lipstick and / or a necklace
- fun!
Clitoris
Sucking Toys
True to her name, clitoral suction toys use air pressure to
create gentle suction. "They're a very, very different sensation than
vibrators; people who really love oral sex or the sensation of a partner
curling their tongues around the clitoris and people who find vibration
patterns too intense tend to like them," says Sloane.
Tip: If you are trying a clitoral sucking toy because your
clitoris is ultra-sensitive, first use it over your panties to warm up, then
apply a little lube to the tip of the toy. "Super-sensitive clits
typically need more warming than going from zero to a suction toy or adult sex toys," says Sloane. Makes
sense.
Dildos
ICYWW, dildos qualify as dildos if they have "any
vaguely phallic shape that simulates penis penetration," she says. They
can be of any length or thickness; some are two inches long and some are the
size of a monster. "She says that people who enjoy the feeling of being
penetrated or like the feeling of fullness in the vagina or anus can enjoy
dildo play.
Note: While dildos are intended to simulate penis
penetration, that does not mean that all dildos look like realistic penises. In
fact, most don't, there are even some who like icicles, tentacles, or candy
canes. (That being said, if you're looking for a realistic dildo, no one does it
better than New York Toy Collective.)
Butt plugs
Anal plugs are great for experimenting with anal play.
"They can teach your body to accept anal penetration and train your
sphincter to relax around toys of different sizes," Sloane explains. But,
lest you think that anal plugs are * just * a stepping stone to full-blown anal sex toy, she says, "they are
amazing for stimulating the ring of nerves around the anus."
What is the difference between wearing a butt plug and using
a butt dildo? "I tell people that dildos are more dynamic and designed to
go in and out, whereas butt plugs tend to go in and out to give a sustained
feeling of fullness," Sloane explains. Additionally, anal plugs have a
flared base, which means that they can be used safely without being attached to
something like a harness. (See more about why anal plugs need a flared base
here.)
G-Spot Toys
Thanks to their slight curve or expertly placed bulge,
G-spot toys make it easy to apply firm pressure to the G-spot (which, yes,
there is). For her first G-spot toy purchase, Sloane recommends what she calls
an egg toy on a stick. "They are great toys to start with because they can
be used internally and externally, to play with the G-spot or the A-spot, and
they are usually quite inexpensive." She recommends the G Slim Classic
from Blush Novelties (which costs less than $ 10!), Or the Frisky from Doc
Johnson (which costs less than $ 15).
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