Ever wondered about the material of your sex toys? It’s hard to pick a sex toy due to the overwhelming about of possibilities. To make things easier I thought I’d explain some of the different materials used today. First of all your 6 basic materials are Plastic, Latex, Jelly, Cyberskin, Silicone, and Glass. These all have different price ranges depending on the quality. Here’s some information that will help you find the best sex toy for you.

Plastic is a popular choice for sex toys, largely because of its extremely low price. Sex toys made from plastic tend to be very basic, no-frills models. Plastic sex toys are very smooth and sleek. Plastic sex toys tend to be excellent for penetration, providing a firm and fulfilling experience. But their lack of flexibility makes them less effective when it comes to clitoral stimulation.

Latex is as cheap as plastic but gives the sex toy user many more options. Latex sex toys are firm enough for deep penetration, but these sex toys have more give and a little more flexibility than plastic ones.

Jelly sex toys provide an excellent balance between usability and cost making this the material of choice for many mid-range and luxury sex toys. Jelly is very easy to mold, color and shape, properties which manufacturers take advantage of whenever possible. This results in jelly sex toys numbering among the most colorful and exotic-looking models of sex toys as well as giving designers a chance to include many special features. Jelly is a very pliable material that has an overall smooth, soft and even supple feel to it. Jelly sex toys are very effective at penetration.

Cyberskin or Second Skin sex toys are prized for their highly realistic feel and appearance. This special material comes very close to replicating the feel and appearance of human skin, especially after you hold these sex toys close to your body to warm them up. Because of its realistic look and feel, cyberskin is commonly used in high-end adult toys and realistic sex toys. It combines the soft give of jelly sex toys with the firmness of latex sex toys. Cyberskin sex toys do require some specialized cleaning and powdering but nothing you can’t handle.

Silicone is a high quality material that is rapidly revolutionizing the sex toy industry. Silicone is prized for its durability as well as its superior hygienic properties. Silicone can put up with a great deal of stress and hard-use while retaining its original shape and qualities. Silicone sex toys tend to be more expensive because these models are meant to last for years of intense usage. For the most part, silicone sex toys are soft and firm and feel very comfortable whether used for penetration or clitoral stimulation. Silicone sex toys are also easy to clean.

The numerous benefits of glass sex toys make them highly appealing to the sex toy connoisseur. Glass sex toys have a special, unique shape and are covered with bumps and nodules to provide additional stimulation. The most unique option of glass sex toys is the ability to cool the sex toys or warm the sex toys for added stimulation. You can safely use hot water to warm up your glass sex toy to a comfortable temperature or you could place your glass sex toy in the freezer or refrigerator to cool your glass sex toy.

On top of all that, glass sex toys are highly durable. Your glass sex toy could last for your lifetime with the proper care. Glass sex toys are also non-porous. As for cleaning, you can simply throw non-vibrator glass sex toys in the dishwasher or a pot of boiling water.

Glass sex toys are much harder to manufacture than other sex toys, which drives up the price of glass sex toys compared to other sex toys. The special features of glass sex toys even mean that some sex toys have to be handmade. You will pay more for it but it will last a very long time and you will enjoy it. You can even use them as pieces of art!

You’ll find that Temptations Parties carries all of these types of materials in their sex toy product line.

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So you’ve got your new vibrator and you’re not quite sure what to do with it. Don’t worry, because we’ll walk you through all the answers you need.

When you first get your vibrator, carefully take it out of the box. Check over the box or any instructions to see if your vibrator has any safety tips or special instructions. After this, you need to gently wash your vibrator with toy cleaner or warm water and mild soap – taking care not to get the battery compartment or controls wet. Dry your vibrator off with a clean towel and you’re getting closer.

You should always use lubricant when playing with toys. Lubes are a fill-in for the natural lubricant produced by a woman’s vagina. There are all several different varieties of lubes geared for special purposes, including vibrator use.

If you intend to use an anal vibrator, then lube is an absolute must. Lube will provide a smooth, safe penetration for your vibrator while allowing for easy removal. It’s also a good idea to use lube with any vibrator that provides clitoral and vaginal stimulation. This will make for a better experience overall.

First get in a position you find comfortable. Turn the vibrator on low and start using to gently touch your erogenous zones such as your nipples, inner thighs and around your vagina. After getting used to the feel of it, apply a little lube to the vibrator and begin to gently rub the vibrator up and down your vagina. Start with a light, almost teasing approach and gradually build up pressure until you reach the point you’re most comfortable at. Never insert any vibrator to the point that it can’t be easily controlled and removed. If pain or discomfort occurs while using your vibrator, stop immediately. Do not use your vibrator on irritated skin.

Every time you use your vibrator you should always clean it thoroughly before using it again. Most vibrators can be cleaned with a toy cleaner, but some models and material require special care such as a second skin type of material needing powder on it to keep its freshness.

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Cleaning

You should consider care and maintenance a factor in choosing a sex toy. They must be cleaned carefully after and before each use.

Remove the batteries before you clean and when you store your toy, to prevent corrosion. Also, batteries can leak and ruin the internal workings.

The quickest and surest way to clean and sterilize your sex toys is by using an non-irritating, alcohol-free, anti-bacterial toy cleaner. Look for a fragrance and alcohol-free, anti-bacterial toy cleaner. Toys can also be cleaned by wiping them with a damp, soapy washcloth or baby wipes. Take care with the non-waterproof models to use a toy cleaner or use a slightly damp washcloth when cleaning. If water does enter the internal compartment, wipe out what you can with a dry cloth and keep the base off the vibrator until it has a chance to air dry.

Cyberskin and other realistic materials like it, need to also have talcum powder sprinkled on them to keep the material fresh.

Some materials have specific cleaning requirements … read and follow any instructions that come with them, or follow the general advice above.

Storing

When considering a place to store toys, think carefully. Many toys are used within the body, which is not a place to be putting dirt and bacteria!

Jelly toys are particularly bad for attracting dust and bits, so be sure that the location is clean.

Toys should be wrapped separately in clean cotton cloths to prevent any transfer of bacteria that may have slipped through cleaning. Washing the toy again before use is also a good habit to get into.

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Lubricants reduce friction, help to increase sensitivity, and provide a simple solution to female dryness. There’s so many to pick from out there and it’s a hard decision. Well the answer somewhat depends on what you are using it on.

You will want to use a water-based and glycerin free lubricant when having vaginal sex. The water-based is for easy clean up, stainless, odorless and good to use with condoms. Water based lubricants are also good with all sex toys and need a few drops of water or saliva to reactivate them since natural evaporation occurs. The glycerin free (a form of sugar that can cause yeast infections) is so that your female partner won’t get an infection. You see, glycerin can cause yeast infections so if it gets into your female partner’s vagina then she could get a yeast infection.

Water based gel lubes are Thicker for no-mess, no-drip version of liquid lubes. They can be reactivated, just like water based lubes, with a few drops of water or saliva. The thick viscosity of gel lubricants provide consistent coverage. Gel lubes are good for all sexual activities and particularly recommended for anal and toy use.

Silicone based lubricants stay wet and slippery the longest, never drying out even when immersed in water. This makes silicone lubes perfect for pool, tub and water play. Remember though, that silicone lubes can damage silicone toys and the synthetic “real feeling” toys. They are also particularly recommended for anal and non-silicone toy use. Silicone lubricant is not good for use with a silicone toy because the 2 heat up and the toy melts. Silicone based lubricant is extremely slippery so clean up spills immediately in the tub or shower to avoid slipping. Also they may stain clothes and sheets.

Petroleum based lubricants are not good to use on latex toys or during intercourse because it will damage latex condoms rendering them ineffective and cause holes and tears in condoms and diaphragms.

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Tip # 1: Overcoming Stigmas »

Tip # 2: Anal Anatomy »

Tip # 3: How To Start »

Tip # 4: Safe Anal Sex »

Tip # 5: Oral-Anal Sex »

Tip # 1: Overcoming Stigmas

Many couples find even discussing anal sex to be uncomfortable, never mind their thoughts of how it might feel to actually do. Open communication is imperative to any healthy relationship, however. Remember that stigmas attached to anal sex come from a simple lack of knowledge; we often fear what we don’t know. A woman biggest fear may fear that anal intercourse will be painful. Whereas a man might worry that being penetrated will somehow make him less than masculine. Both these worries are normal, but not necessarily the case. Anal sex does not have to be painful if done properly. And men’s enjoyment of it not only doesn’t emasculate him, it indicates he is a broadly sexual being, capable of enjoying all sorts of pleasure. In truth, the anus is simply an erogenous zone like any other. By learning more about anal sex you and your partner can educate yourselves and broaden your sexual horizons.

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Tip # 2: Anal Anatomy

The entry to the anus is the puckered circle of skin behind the vaginal opening on women, and behind the scrotum on men. The anal canal itself is only about one inch long, and leads to the rectum, which is approximately 8-9 inches long. The highest concentration of nerve endings is around the anal opening. You can use a finger or tongue to focus on these. For many, this is more than enough stimulation. However, when an object or penis is inserted beyond the anal opening into the rectum, other pleasurable sensations are experienced. The outer portion of the rectum, like the vagina, has several nerve endings. The inner portion responds mostly to pressure.

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Tip # 3: How To Start

If you have never investigated your own potential for anal pleasure, a good way to start is on your own, rather than with a partner. You may wish to take a warm bath or shower. Clean the area well. Once you have done this, relax and take a moment to touch the area with a finger or two. Apply different types of pressure to your anus to discover where you feel sensation most. You may wish to insert a finger into your anus a small amount at a time. (Be sure you have proper lubrication to ensure an easy movement; you should never force anything into the anus.) Pay attention to your body’s instinctive reaction. Your sphincter may ‘clamp down and squeeze your finger. This is normal. Simply stop moving and concentrate on relaxing your sphincter. Practicing on your own will allow you to be more comfortable if you choose to try anal sex with your partner.

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Tip # 4: Safe Anal Sex

There are a few very important rules to follow to keep all anal play safe and healthy. First: be sure both you and your partner have cleaned thoroughly. This includes not only our bodies themselves, but any toys that may be incorporated into the anal sex experience. Always use enough lubrication to ensure easy entry into the anus. A general rule is that larger the object being inserted, the more lube you’ll need. Never under any circumstances place your penis or any toy that has been in an anus directly into a mouth, vagina, or anus. You must wash thoroughly to avoid any bacteria from traveling to these areas. A generally safe bet is to use a condom during anal sex. This makes for easier clean-up and, of course, decreases the chance of spreading STDs.

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Tip # 5: Oral-Anal Sex

Popularly called ‘rimming, oral-anal sex involves orally stimulating the anus with the mouth and/or tongue. This can be highly pleasurable, particularly for those who are only comfortable with outer stimulation of this area. Because the tongue is softer than a finger, your partner may better enjoy the sensations of this kind of stimulation. Be sure, as always, that the area is clean before you begin. Oral-anal sex is most often practiced as part of oral sex. Couples can actually perform this kind of stimulation on each other in the ‘69 position as well. This is another way to share pleasure as well as a bonding experience between mates.

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