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1. According to the Environment Agency of Britain, it is estimated that between 60 and 100 million condoms are improperly disposed of each year in the UK. (link)

2. The research group TNO conducted a study for Greenpeace Netherlands and found 7 out of 8 sex toys they tested contained phthalates in concentrations ranging from 24 to 51 percent. (link)

3. The US has one of highest rates of unintended pregnancies of industrialized nations: almost half of the six million pregnancies each year in the US are unintentional. (link)

4. Worldwide, more than one in five adults has used a vibrator.

5. According to the 2005 Durex Global Sex Survey, 22% of people worldwide have had sex in the garden.

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Spice up your Christmas gift giving this holiday season with these luxury sex toy Christmas gift ideas.

You may not be able to open these presents Christmas morning with the family, but they’re guaranteed to keep you warm at night and inspire a new year’s worth of sexual exploration. Plus, if you disappoint with your traditional gifts, sex toys are a great way of saying, “I’m sorry I bought you those steak knives, I really thought that’s what you asked for…can we have sex now please?”

This year’s theme? Toys that look as cool as they feel.

1. Tuyo

Tuyo is a vibrator that begs to be touched and offers much in return. A vibrating orb with five vibration settings and three speeds, Tuyo combines the magical allure of the sphere with the playful exploration of a rubber ball. Designed to be used for external stimulation, Tuyo is made of hard plastic, silicone, and stainless steel — stronger and cleaner materials that are less likely to cause allergic reactions. The Tuyo is just becoming available.

2. Just in Case Swarovski Crystal Condom Compact

In the early 90s, condom paraphernalia was everywhere. While often poorly executed, the idea of integrating a need for condoms with a desire for accessories is a worthwhile one. Just in Case may have perfected it with their line of condom compacts. These practical and pretty compacts have a secret compartment for condoms. For someone who wants to indulge both her sexual responsibility and her aesthetics, I recommend the Swarovski Crystal edition.

3. Form 6

This sleek and sturdy vibrator from luxury sex toy designer Jimmyjane feels like something special in your hands. It’s a quiet powerhouse featuring two independently controlled motors, each with a variety of vibration patterns, illuminated push button controls, and seamless medical-grade phthalate-free silicone and stainless steel construction. Bonus: It’s shower friendly. Jimmyjane considers their products from every angle resulting in products that you too will appreciate from every angle.

4. Tryst

Once you pick up one of theses wooden marvels, you simply won’t be able to put it down. Inspired by nature, Nobessence wooden dildos are made from sustainably farmed exotic hardwoods and have a hypoallergenic coating that makes them non-porous and perfectly safe for internal use. The Tryst was designed to be multi-functional, with one end designed for anal penetration and the other for g-spot stimulation. Because each piece is handmade, no two Trysts are exactly alike.

5. Nexus Vibro

This product, from a relatively new UK manufacturer, offers a genuine anal toy 2.0 experience. Building on the success of other toys designed specifically for prostate stimulation, the Nexus Vibro has smart vibration (three pulsation settings) and a surprisingly effective stainless steel perineum massager. I wouldn’t recommend this for beginners (both the size and the price suggest this is a toy for people who know what they’re looking for). But for anyone who is a bit more advanced, or who has a prostate-massage loving man in their lives, the Nexus will be a welcome treat under the tree.

6. Delight

Known for bright designs and innovative shapes, German silicone sex toy manufacturer Fun Factory has done it again with the Delight, its newest rechargeable silicone vibrator. Designed for external and internal use, the Delight features 32 vibration settings and conveniently charges while sitting in its carrying case. Between the safety benefits of hypoallergenic silicone and the eco-friendly plus of no batteries, the Delight is a gift you can feel good about giving.

7. Gigi and Liv

The Swedish designers at LELO continue their reputation of designing beautiful objects with an almost maddening functionality (seriously, until you figure it out, it can drive you crazy). But, once you’ve found your groove with these toys, you won’t want to stop putting them through their paces (or maybe that should be your paces…I’m not sure). Both Gigi and Liv feature several vibration settings, quiet operation, high-quality silicone, and well-insulated handles, in addition to a sexy, minimalist design. Both can be used externally or for penetration. Gigi (shown in purple) offers a unique g-spot design, while Liv (in blue) is marketed as being equally good for vaginal or anal use.

8. BodiTalk Escort

The newest release from the makers of OhMiBod, the BodiTalk Escort is a cute pink bullet vibrator with seven wonderfully practical vibration patterns that are activated when you place or receive a call on your cell phone. The vibration ends when the call ends. Like all products from OhMiBod, the Escort looks as fun and funky as it feels. Plus, cell-phone-haters can use the vibrator on its own with 2 AAA batteries.

9. Ideal and G-Plus

The newest addition to Candida Royalle’s Natural Contours line of vibrators continues the company’s tradition of sensual design and top quality manufacturing while offering a much more powerful massager for anyone looking for more speed and durability. The Ideal is a rechargeable electric vibrator featuring a soft head that’s comfortable for solo or partner play, and a brilliant ergonomic handle that lets you control the placement and pressure of the vibrator with greater precision than larger electric models. Most attachments from other “wand” style vibrators will fit, but the new G-Plus attachment offers simultaneous external and g-spot stimulation.

10. Rude Boy

Give the man in your life a gift of sexual awakening he won’t soon forget. This fun prostate massager is small and soft enough for first timers and powerful enough to offer something to the seasoned pro. The design is non-threatening and versatile, offering simultaneous prostate and perineum massage. It can be used hands-free or with a partner; the material is medical grade silicone, which is easy to clean and gentle to use.

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Whether you’re single and playing the field, settled down with that special someone, or someplace in between, most of us consider good, satisfying, sexy sex an important part of this complete breakfast. It might not be the first thing you think of while working towards a sustainable and graceful life on this fragile planet, but there’s a lot you can do to make your sex life greener. In the process of greening the ecological footprint of your love making, we might also open up some new doors to deeper pleasure, satisfaction, and romantic connection. (For the complete guide, visit TreeHugger.com)

Top Ten Tips

1. Sexy giving

Getting a stylish and useful gift is always a turn on. Organic massage oils, fair trade chocolate, or a bottle of biodynamic red wine are hot options. For Valentine’s, you can even get an all fair trade goodie bag for your lovie. Of course, romance and good sex know no price, and a poem from the heart, a massage, some hot role playing, or a home-cooked dinner for two can be the hottest gifts of all.

2. Bamboo in bed

If you’ve never experienced bamboo bed sheets, you’re missing out. Bamboo fabric is silky and slippery (but not so slippery you’ll slide out of bed), wicks moisture, has natural antimicrobial properties, comes from a rapidly renewable resource, and is super sexy.

3. Green and sexy fun

Sexy play can be green and efficient as well. As seen on TreeHugger TV, showering together can save water (but if things get steamier, we suggest taking it to the bedroom and not leaving the shower running). In the winter time, some nice warm loving before bed can get the bedroom toasty, meaning the thermostat can be lower (see How to Green Your Heating, for more). A nice bike ride for two is a fossil-fuel-free way to get the blood flowing and can also be quite stimulating. And of course the classic candle-lit dinner is a delicious way to set the mood and save on energy bills.

4. Natural aphrodisiacs

Since days of yore, lovers have turned to natural herbs and special foods to find stimulation, endurance, and sexual health. While we can’t vouch for any of these, and all supplements should be taken with caution and/or professional advice, it is rumored that herbs like ginseng, kava kava root, damiana leaves, kelp, tribulus, ginkgo biloba, rhodiola rosea, and of course horny goat weed can help stoke the flames of passion–even more so if certified organic. A host of foods are also used to stimulate the sexual senses, and of course organic wine and champagne are trusted aphrodisiacs as well.

5. Green grooming

There’s definitely something hot about going purely au natural, but most of us choose products to sexify ourselves. Using natural and organic products are going to be better for you, the environment, and whoever ends up kissing your neck. Many modern tree huggers also do one thing or another to keep their body hair in check, especially when it comes to intimate moments. Shaving and waxing can do the trick, but especially waxing can be resource intensive and also expensive in the long run. Laser and electrolysis hair removal, after a number of treatments, can be more or less permanent, which might be greener over time. The Preserve razor from Recycline has replaceable heads and an ergonomic handle made from recycled plastic (mostly Stonyfield Farms yogurt cups). But don’t stop there. The Razor Saver is a $12 device that resharpens dulled blade cartridges.

6. Go sexy, but go durable

Whether it’s lingerie or a new sex toy, things that are well made and even repairable are almost always the greener and more economical choice in the long run. High-quality sex toys tend to be pretty pricey, but will almost certainly last longer and give more pleasure. Keep this in mind when buying for yourself or for another. Also, note: inflatable sheep can easily be repaired with a bicycle patch kit if popped.

7. Eco-undies
Slinky, slippery, sexy. These are all good things when it comes to some sassy skivvies for the bedroom. Organic cotton, hemp silk, bamboo, and other renewable fibers make ultra-sexy lingerie and underwear. When browsing around, go for quality, not novelty. Buying a bedroom outfit that will be used only a couple times isn’t a great buy. Face it, unless you’re famous, nobody on Ebay is gonna buy those crotchless panties, even if you just wore them once. We suggest shelling out the extra bucks for something classy, sexy, and sustainable that can be donned when the mood is right for years to come. For something on the exotic end, check out Enamore and g=9.8. For sensible and simple, look at Buenostyle and American Apparel. For something in between, try GreenKnickers.

9. Birth control

For safer, baby-free sex, nothing beats a latex condom. Vegans looking for a latex option (though derived from trees, most latex contains a milk enzyme) can check out Glyde condoms. The jury is still out as to whether latex condoms are biodegradable and what effects additives and lubricants might have on biodegradability. Polyurethane condoms are essentially plastic and not biodegradable. Once they’ve done their job, condoms are best sent to the landfill. Flushing condoms down the toilet is definitely no good as they clog pipes, treatment plants, and rivers. So let’s face it, reduce, reuse, recycle just doesn’t apply when it comes to the rubbers. If you have a steady partner and you’ve both been tested for STDs, the pill is an option that can cut out the condom waste. Be aware that there are rising concerns about the hormones from birth control pills ending up in waterways and having serious effects on wildlife, both from pills flushed down the toilet, and from women’s urine. Though the diaphragm isn’t talked about much these days, it is a non-disposable method of baby-prevention: no waste or little plastic wrappers. An IUD, or intrauterine device, is a method of birth control that is inserted by a doctor into the uterus that releases either a hormone or copper, which, oddly enough, has effective spermicidal properties. For monogamous couples not interested in any (more) kids, sterilization can be an option to consider. There are other methods as well, all of which a person should discuss with a doctor if there are doubts or questions. The rhythm method is notoriously ineffective and should not be relied on, no matter how green it might seem. Of course the biggest ecological impact resulting from sex is a baby. Human population is arguably the most threatening force on Earth, and with human population expected to reach 8.3 billion by 2030, reproducing is perhaps the largest impact any of us have.

10. Meeting that special tree hugger

Nothing’s quite worse than meeting a really promising guy or girl and then realizing that he or she is an Escalade-driving, non-recycling, Earth-smusher. What are you going to do? Try to reform them? Just go out with them anyway and try to ignore their unconscious ways? Forget it. Go for the green lover. Farmers markets, Critical Mass rides, your local Green Drinks, or the Whole Foods checkout isle can be great places to meet people. A host of match-making sites (see below) can also be great venues for finding that special tree hugger to hug.

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Rabbit vibrators have become the most popular vibrator on the market today. This is in large part because of the publicity from the popular HBO series Sex in the City and the Oxygen Network’s Talk Sex with Sue Johanson show.

Rabbit vibrators are named after the two-pronged bunny ears that vibrate at high speeds to stimulate the clitoris. The rabbit ears have a light teasing feel - almost like a high-speed feather or tongue. Rabbit vibrators are attached to a long shaft for dual vaginal penetration and clitoral stimulation. Many models also feature two separate speed controls - one for the vibrating shaft and another for the clitoral stimulator. Some of the higher-end models have rotating tips and pearls inside of the shaft for extra stimulation.

After the rabbit came out there were many other “animals” that have followed. You might now find a Pearl Panther, Seahourse, and a Dolphin vibrator. They have the same concept but differ slightly in what they offer.

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Have you heard about the vibrators called Ohmibod? Who hasn’t heard of them? Ok, if you are one of the few who haven’t heard of this line of vibrators then you need to check out their brand. They are the new generation of vibrators that combines great design with your favorite music on your MP3 player or cell phone. The microchip allows it to vibrate to the beat and rhythm of your music.

There’s nothing else like this out there. They have even come out with a vibrating egg called BodiTalk Escort and a vibrator called BodiTalk that sync up with your cell phone. They also have a G-spot vibrator called Gspot that syncs up with your MP3 player.

Sinclair Institute has started carrying the Ohmibod Vibrator so purchase one, try it out, and tell me how you like it. I think you will be impressed with it. The one thing I will suggest is to use newer music because the older music tends to not have the beats that are needed for these. What’s fun is having all kinds of different music and going along with the beat, literally.

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