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Cleaning Your Sex Toys, Step-by-Step

This probably doesn’t sound so fun, but cleaning your sex toys regularly is important if you’re going to hang onto them for any length of time. Proper care ensures toys that stay in good condition and naughty bits that stay in good health. So, for the love of all that’s holy, clean your toys!

sex toy cleaner

Please, don’t use household cleaners.
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Out of the Packaging

As soon as you receive a new sex toy, clean it. Use a mild anti-bacterial soap and warm water to clean off any chemicals that may still be lingering from the manufacturing process. Or, if the toy has a battery pack, avoid submerging it and use a sex toy cleaner.

The Material Matters

What the sex toy is made out of will directly affect how you go about cleaning it. Most of the time, soap and water will do, but let’s take a look at each of the materials and get specific for a minute anyway.

  • Silicone sex toys. Antibacterial soap and water will do, as will a toy cleaner. Silicone is a high quality material, so you just need to let it air dry before tucking it away in a storage pouch or drawer.
  • Jelly sex toys. Soap and water or a sex toy cleaner will do the trick. Just keep in mind that this material is porous and can never be disinfected. Never share these toys!
  • Metal sex toys. Good ol’ soap and water, rubbing alcohol, or a universal toy cleaner gets the job done. Want to disinfect your aluminum, titanium or *gasp* gold, dildo? You can boil it. This only applies to dildos, okay, not vibes. Dry it off with a soft cloth before storing.
  • Plastic sex toys. This non-porous material is easy to clean. Use soap and water, a toy cleaner, or rubbing alcohol then let it air dry before storing.

Sharing Isn’t Caring

It’s best not to share porous sex toys unless you cover them up with a condom during each and every use.
Cleaning your sex toys might not sound like fun, but making this little bit of extra effort ensures you’ll be having good clean fun for the foreseeable future.

CalExotics Silicone Love Rider Review

If you’re looking for a personalized touch in your next harness, the 10 Function Silicone Love Rider from CalExotics is an excellent choice. Not only does it provide a wide range of settings, it’s also a great starter harness. But more on that later.
calexotics silicone love riderFirst, let’s get some of the nitty gritty details out of the way. The dildo is made from silicone, so you know it’s going to feel ultra realistic. It measures in at 6 1/2” long by 1 1/2” wide and it nestles in snug into the black vinyl harness.
The great thing about this harness is that it’s quite large and can stand up to real vigorous use. It’ll fit women, petite and plus-sized, and the 1” wide straps sit nicely between your legs. This means the straps won’t get in the way if you want to slip your hand down to provide a little clitoral stimulation.
Another thing I liked is how the harness doesn’t ride up. The back panel is wide and stays in place nicely. Feel free to go buck wild. This thing isn’t moving.
The dildo features a 10 function vibrator at the end of the shaft and you can even slip the remote controller into the harness straps so it’s out of the way (but close at hand) when it’s time to get down to business. The vibe’s power is pretty strong. And a really cool feature? It remembers your last settings the next time you use it.

What Did I Think of the CalExotics 10 Function Silicone Love Rider?

Great product. This vibrating dildo and harness set is sturdy and performs well. Standout features include the settings memory for the vibe, strong and no-ride-up straps, and a nifty instruction booklet that tells you how to wear a harness.

lelo insignia oden 2 vibrator

LELO Insignia Oden-2 Review

Now this vibe is the epitome of high quality. The LELO Insignia Oden-2 is super sleek, super functional, and super amazing. The design is fab, featuring contours aplenty, sure to conform to your body in the best possible ways.
lelo insignia oden 2 vibrator
The main attraction is a silicone vibrator that’s attached to an open ring. Place this ring (it’s not tight) around the penis so the vibe will press right against her clit. Going cowgirl is the best way to make the most of this lovely little toy’s vibrations. Or, attach the vibrator to the included closed ring to promote a longer, harder, more satisfying experience.
What sets the LELO Insignia Oden-2 apart is that it comes with a remote controller that tucks neatly in your palm. The remote offers up vibrations as well, but it’s best feature is called “sensemotion.” Move the remote around and tilt it to experience different vibration combinations. It’s completely wireless with clearly marked + and – controls, so there’s no confusion while you’re in the sack. It also has a good range on the wireless remote, so you could feasibly sit a distance from your partner and control the vibrator for an added bit of fun.
It’s waterproof and completely rechargeable, giving you up to 2 hours of continuous use. Feel free to bring it in the shower or bath, if you’d like. It comes with a carry bag, 2 batteries, a triple infinity pin, and a charger.

What Did I Think of the LELO Insignia Oden-2?

Another winner from LELO, the Insignia Oden-2 lives up to its “most advanced couples’ ring” motto. Made from silky silicone with 8 vibration modes, this vibrator will become a featured player in your sex toy box. Though intended for couples, it works great solo, too. Yum!

Nasstoys Vibrating Strapless Strap On

Nasstoys Vibrating Strapless Strap On Review

This is an interesting little toy. Well, it’s not so little, and it might just be one of my new favorites! The Nasstoys Vibrating Strapless Strap On is really quite nice to look at. Available in pink or lavender (take your pick), this sex toy lives up to its name. Crafted from silicone, it features a fantastic G-spot stimulator that measures in at 3 inches and sports a wave shape that’s guaranteed to hit all your hot spots.
Nasstoys Vibrating Strapless Strap On
Insert the 3-incher and slide the 8-inch shaft into your partner’s wonderful rear or vag. It’s up to you! Inside both shafts are multi-function vibrators that go above and beyond the standard bullet vibe tucked into most sex toys like this. Featuring 7 vibration and pulsing speeds, these vibrators are controlled by buttons at the end of the toy. They’re easy to find without looking and intuitive to use–a must when in the middle of a romp.
The Nasstoys Vibrating Strapless Strap On uses 2AA batteries that are contained in a removable case. Better yet? They’re easy to remove, so convenience is a real factor here. That means no more endless fiddling. It’s also phthalate-free, waterproof, and super easy to clean thanks to the silky silicone material used.
Use it vaginally, anally, or both, depending on your mood and your pleasure. Just remember to use a water-based lube, as per Nasstoys’ recommendation.

What Did I Think of the Nasstoys Vibrating Strapless Strap On?

I loved it. This toy lives up to its description in every way and provides pleasure for both partners thanks to feature-rich pulsing vibes in both shafts. The silicone material is soft to the touch and the strapless design is convenient and fun. Use it with a partner or use it alone. This sex toy is nothing if not versatile. Highly recommended.

white diamond rabbit review

Pipedream White Diamond Rabbit Review

Who doesn’t need another rabbit in her life? The White Diamond Rabbit from Pipedream is a classy choice and significant upgrade from your standard Rabbit fare. This vibrator features a clear shaft that allows you to see the metal beads inside rotating. These beads are positioned just so to provide ample G Spot stimulation. Plus, you can easily change the settings and speeds thanks to pressable buttons at the base of the shaft.
white diamond rabbit review On the external side of things, the White Diamond Rabbit has thick ears that offer direct clitoral stimulation. The shaft and the rabbit ears have their own vibrators and their own settings, making this an effective dual vibe. The shaft is phthalate-free and measures 6” long.
Let’s talk about how this rabbit vibrator looks for a moment. We already established it’s clear so you can see the beads gyrating away inside, but it also has crystals adorning the base of the shaft. The entire rabbit is encased in white, silver, and clear details, giving it a clean and classy style.

What Did I Think of the White Diamond Rabbit?

To put it simply, the White Diamond Rabbit will appeal to someone looking for something a bit more in their next rabbit vibrator purchase. It’s got a classy look that stands out for all the right reasons. The rotating beads are positioned well for G Spot stimulation and the reverse rotation feature on the shaft is a nice touch. The only real drawback is the motor–it’s a tad on the noisy side. Still, it’s unlikely you’ll even notice the vibrating noise when you’re in the middle of a sexy evening alone or with a partner.
All in all, this is a vibrator that delivers on all the features any good rabbit vibrator should offer–and it looks good doing it.

Tantus flex dual penetrator

Tantus Flex Double Penetration Vibrator

Want to get into anal play but don’t know where to start? Or, are you looking for a new sex toy to hit all of your hot spots at once? If this sounds like you, the Tantus Flex is the perfect choice. It’s sleek, it’s purple, and it’s bound to make a stimulatingly good addition to your toy box.
Tantus flex dual penetrator
The Tantus Flex is made from silicone, so it gets positive points right away. This thing is easy to clean, making it super hygienic, and likely to be a good investment. Taken care of, silicone sex toys can last a good while, even with regular use.
It measures in with a 1 1/2” thick shaft that’s 5 1/4” long and a 3/4” wide anal stimulator that’s 4 1/4” long that’s outfitted with 5 ripples for 5 times the pleasure. Inside is a single speed bullet vibe that gives the whole Flex some sweet vibrations. Best of all, the vibrating action travels along both shafts, so you’ll be thoroughly stimulated, from front to back.
Other features include a wide base that can easily be used in a harness and the Tantus Ultra-Premium Silicone blend the brand is famous for. Available in Purple and Midnight Purple color options, this toy is sure to please in a whole lot of ways. So, I guess you’re probably asking that one big question now, aren’t you?…

What Did I Think of the Tantus Flex?

I liked the simplicity of the Tantus Flex. This silicone vibrator offers a way to ease into double penetration without being too intimidated. Let’s face it: some toys out there are just a bit too much for the novice. The single speed bullet leaves no room for confusion. Just switch it on and slip it in. Sometimes, that’s all you need in a sex toy, newbie or not.

vibrator care tips

Battery-powered Vibrator Care: Part 1

I want you to enjoy your vibrator for a long time. Keep it happy and you will be too! Let’s take a look at some tips for taking care of your vibrator.

vibrator care tips

Source: The Guardian

Top Vibrator Care tips

Battery vibrators are a great way to start or add to your collection of sex toys. They are basically manufactured as novelties and the quality can be unpredictable. Many of them come with manufacturer’s warranties in the box.

  1. Storage: It is best to keep the batteries outside of the vibrator until use. This will keep the batteries from corroding inside and destroying the mechanism. Doing this will also keep your vibrator and batteries running for a longer period of time.
  2. Whoops! Try not to drop your vibrator on the floor. They are pretty delicate and can easily break by doing this.
  3. Off and On: Make sure your variable speed vibrator is turned OFF when done. Removing the batteries prevents any possibility of this as when the speed is turned down very low, the vibrator seems to be off.
  4. Lubrication: You can safely use any water-based or silicone- based* lubricant with your vibrator. Please note that you cannot use an oil-based lubricant with jelly vibrators as it will make the material deteriorate.

    *It is advised that you do not use a silicone-based lubricant with silicone vibrators (or silicone dildos for that matter)

  5. Cleaning: Do not let the cap end of the vibrator come in contact with water (unless it is a sealed waterproof one and you have the cap on when washing your toy). Hold your hand over the cap area and gently wash the shaft with an antibacterial soap (it’s a good type of soap to use). You can also use a waterless hand cleaner which contains a high volume of alcohol. You may also notice your new toy may have a strong plastic or rubber odor. This will diminish by washing your toy frequently and leaving it out of the packaging.

That’s all for now, but be sure to go read part two of this series!

Sex toys are tricky when your wrist is broken.

The Trouble with Sex Toys for the (Temporarily) Disabled

Here I am – now among the ranks of the (temporarily) disabled community. I banked into a wall during a workout and tried to break my fall with my left wrist which resulted in, well, breaking my left wrist. Getting thrust into this realm makes me think about using sex toys when you’re unable to fully grasp them, never mind successfully using personal lubricant without having it dribble into my cast. Hmmm… gives me pause and makes me think about the people that have permanent disabilities and how they can successfully and pleasurably use the gizmos in our crazy business.

What Sex Toys Should I Use?

Sex toys are tricky when your wrist is broken.
Looking at my grandopening.com website, which is chock full of pretty much anything you could ever want and need in the world of sex toys, I am now thinking about what vibrator has a cap at the base that I can twist with one hand (I have no gripping ability), what lube doesn’t have a silvery, stuck on seal that I can’t grasp, have lingerie I can slip in because even though I have a wad of fiberglas encircling my forearm that twirls down to the top of my knuckles and yet still feel sexy. And of course, there’s the other things I love to do, cast be damned!
So let’s see… in order to feel sexy, I might just light up one of those super sensuous massage candles available. You know, the ones made with soy oil that burn at a low temperature which allows me to dribble the oil all over my willing partner. Let’s see… oh look! They have a kind of pop top cap that MAYBE I can take off with one hand but they also have a plastic seal around the edge which does make it a little trickier to open, if at all. How about a pull off ring on the top so I can manage it with one hand? It might look a little cheesy but I’m disabled, you know. Hallelujah! Here’s the BSwish massage candle in a very sexy, open container that I can not only light easily but can grasp pretty easily, too, perhaps even with my casted arm.
Now about that lighter I need to light the candle. I think I’d either burn the house down or cause third degree burns if I tried to handle a lighter or matches right now. I think I’ll use my long charcoal bar-be-que lighter that I can easily wrangle with one hand that throws flames further than my almost-casted fingers.
On to the lingerie. Have to look good while using the sex toys, right? Since I can’t use something with long sleeves because it would probably snag at my elbow, how about slipping into something sexy with no zippers, buttons, snaps or eyelets that I have found are virtually impossible to use right now? Let’s see… Here’s a long schmata although the picture doesn’t show me what the back of it looks like.. hopefully it won’t have those aforementioned clothing closings which cause me so much temporary grief. And fortunately, I can shimmy into (and out of) that G string…
Okay, so the soy candle is lit, the lingerie is on (and it fits over my cast! Woohoo! It amazes me about what gets me excited now!), and now it’s time for the pleasure of toys… let’s see what I grab.
First, I always start with lube which I have always said and will always say, is the numero uno sex toy that everyone should have and use, disability be damned! So let’s look at some…
You know the caps that lots of lube companies use? The caps can sometimes be easy to flip open with one hand which is extra nice when you’re doing something else with sex toys with your hand, but about that pesky foil seal. Now I know that companies use them to ensure purity for the product inside, which is understandable but when you aren’t able to grasp the teeny tiny foil tabbie things on the seal, well, you’re SOL. What to do? Simple! Grab a pump bottle of lube instead! The pump assures you there will be no obstacle-inducing foil seals inside. The pumps go all the way to the bottom of the bottle so if I happen to tip the bottle in a wacky angle, it will probably work just fine. Thank goodness I already have this life-saving bottle of I-D lube at the ready. Pump size, natch.
As for sex toys, if it’s a solo flight, a dildo is a pretty safe bet. Easy to grab and hold on to, there are more dildos out there than I can shake a vagina at. Glass, silicone, or metal, they’ll always do the trick without leaving me frustrated that I can’t put batteries in the shaft ‘cuz for the most part, they ain’t made to do so.
Well, let’s say I want to visit vibrator land… there’s always the trusty silver bullet vibe and the standard one with the attached battery case cover, you know, the ones that take 2 AA batteries, that will let me open it with one hand. Never gave it much thought but now I sure do. The Ultra Bullet Power Vibe from Nasstoys is long enough to use on the outside or slip into the inside… just they way, uh huh uh huh, I like it…
Now if I want to use something other than the silver bullet in the land of sex toys, that might be a little trickier. The Evolved rolling speed control on their Roulette collection of vibrators might be easy to use in my frisky, disabled moments. Looking at the video which accompanies many of the products on the grandopening.com website, it shows me how to put the batteries in which helps me determine what I would need to do in order to successfully grasp the willing silicone vibe. Hmmm. Looks like I’d have to shove the shaft near my armpit to give it my newly learned upper bicep death grip which is what I use to open mayonnaise jars right now. If I can handle a 30 oz., 4 inch wide jar of Helman’s Light Mayo, a silicone vibe should be no problem. And the rolling speed control on the base will eliminate any twisting of my only other functional wrist and I’ll be careful not to use Helman’s as my lube.
Yes, I’m sure you’re all wondering about the other popular vibe out there. I know I can always grab the trusty Hitachi Magic Wand but if it slips away from my single, right handed grasp and falls onto my hardened left forearm, that could be a little ouchy, resulting in a quick sucking down of a Vicodin. Better leave the Hitachi to massage my aching shoulders instead.
Okay, enough about me. How about you, my dear lovers? I mean, what better way to increase blood circulation into my ailing appendage than to take things into my own hands and have some fun, mano a mano sexual relations with one-handed sex toys?
Well, being Trysexual (“I’ll try anything sexual”), there might be times I’m with a male buddy and want to do the ol’ hand jive. But wait! Sliding up and down with a wad of fiberglas in my fist is not my definition of a good time and most likely not his either! What to do? I think it’s time to use one of those hand-y hand job assistants, pocket pussies as they were, and use that with the assistance of my right hand and loose lips. A lightweight one would decrease the risk of creating muscle weakness in my one strong wrist so I better go with the Nasswalk Better Than Real Skin Pussy – Jessica (I’ll rename it Kim) because the Fleshlight is a tad bulky right now and I can’t crack open the Tenga Egg with a cast. Maybe smash it but it would wreck the feng shui of the moment.
Now, if it’s someone that delights in the sensation of being on the receiving end, aka pegging and those sorts of things, the easiest harness to use when you’re the one handed wonder is the ever-popular RodeoH harness, a simple to use, shimmy into pair of tighty whiteys that happen to have an easy-to-access harness ring built into the front. This makes for no pesky straps that I’d have to loop around a doorknob to tighten before the action starts. That would NOT be a pretty sight nor would I consider it foreplay (although some people I know would). All I need to do is pop an aforementioned dildo in place and presto! Cast be damned! I’m having a good time with my sex toys!
And you know what? I decided I am no longer telling people I crashed into a wall during a workout. It just doesn’t sound sexy enough so when people ask how I broke my wrist, I’m going to tell them I did it masturbating.
Ah yes, if only it were true.
JOTB:
If a stork brings white babies and a blackbird brings black babies, what bird brings NO babies?
A swallow.
Once a manager in a company had to let go of one of his employees, either Jack or Mary. He couldn’t decide who so he thought he would wait to see who would go up to the water cooler first.
He waited, then Mary went up to the water cooler to take two aspirin. He went up to Mary and said “Mary, I have a problem. I don’t know whether to lay you or Jack off.” She looked at him and said “You better jack off. I have a headache.”

Porn shops, gender, and more: the industry is full of assumptions

Gender: Do Not Assume

You know the old adage, “When you assume, you make an ASS out of U and ME.” Pretty clever, eh? I got to thinking that there’s the strong likelihood that people in this wacky adult industry assume a lot of things, with particular regard to gender. Let’s take a look at our assumptions…
Porn shops, gender, and more: the industry is full of assumptions
I really love going into adult stores. Porn stores. Peep shows. Arcades. Sex boutiques. Porno theaters (what’s left of them, anyway). You name it, I love it. But a lot of times, these assumptions can color one’s perceptions of what they actually see and experience there. Ask anyone who works in a porn store with male customers trading hard-earned cash for slippery, silvery tokens that are only to be fed into a slot machine (no, not THAT kind silly!) – the ones that show a few minutes of a tired video (okay, in reality, a DVD) for the pleasure of a few anonymous moments, to watch the scene unfold in the privacy of their own booth, only to have the time slip away before the magic moment when the customer creeps out into the front of the store to embarrassingly plead for a few more tokens so he can slide back into the booth to finish himself off.
Now, who is that guy? Old? Young? Well, that’s pretty obvious by just looking at him but the rest is really an unknown. That gold wedding ring can symbolize he’s married, so why is he in the booth with some other guy? Why is he watching that DVD “Trannies Gone Wild in Cabo”? There you go! You can’t assume that he’s a straight married guy, living in the suburbs with his 2.2 children because ya just never know.
And you can never assume anything by looking at the people IN the DVDs either! Watching those lesbian films of two (or more) girls going at it doesn’t make them lesbians – I mean, they’re in porno and they’re acting, you know! Or maybe they really are… you just can’t assume anything.
Not only can you not assume their gender preference, you can’t assume their gender either.
Now, let’s take the fab porn star Buck Angel… have you seen him? If not, I highly recommend seeing his new DVD “Sexing the Transman.” Yes, you read right. One look at Buck and you’d be saying “Hey Dude! Let’s meet at the local cigar hangout and light a few stogies together!” He’s a man’s man – buff with strong tribal tattoos adorning his thick guns, goatee that circles a mischievous grin, tight ass that he knows how to use, and wait! What’s that between his legs?!? It’s, it’s, it’s… a pumped up clit! Yep! He’s a transman and he’s damn proud of it. Born as a female and now living and being 100% male. He owns what he proudly calls “A Man Pussy” and if you want to widen your sexual horizons, get his DVD and see for yourself. He had several of his transman followers volunteer to be part of his groundbreaking video so they could show themselves to the world – transman junk and all. And no, Chaz Bono is NOT in the film and I can only hope he’s seen it himself… but we’ll never know. You can check out Buck’s great website right here.
Now, as with all transgendered persons, each and every one makes their own decision as to what level of transsexualism they want to undertake. Is it merely identifying as the opposite gender? Is it taking the hormones of the opposite gender? Is it having “top” surgery (either breast augmentation as a male to female or “chest reconstruction” for a female to male which is basically a double mastectomy)? Is it having “bottom” surgery (which is perfected for males to females and done by creating a vulva with the scrotum and a vaginal lining from the external penis skin and for females to males, well, it’s not quite as a perfected art but with the right amount of testosterone and a great surgeon, there can be some impressive results: check out the images here). Is it creating their own gender which makes them more comfortable in their being and not necessarily by subscribing to this or that gender. I own a sticker that says “Fuck Your Gender!” and that can sure mean lots of different things, including “Don’t Assume!”
And of course, there’s always the group that everyone ASSUMES is the only trans type of subdivision out there… the male to female transwomen (I guess that would be the politically correct reference), or affectionately called “Trannies.” My favorite TS performer once said to me “I want to make movies but not have them called “Tranny Surprise!” or be of run-of the mill quality,” and she not only is a total babe but comes packin’ a real nice 8″ – she’s Tara Emory who also makes her SPECTACULAR costumes, too. Her videos are beautiful and resemble Andrew Blake’s finest work… hey Andrew, time to spice things up and offer beauties of a different kind….
So, I’ll sign off this blog about assumptions around gender. I know my blog is about sex toys but letting go of assumptions, whether it be the gender, sexual preference, or the marital status of your customer, just keep in mind that it’s always good to check your assumptions at the door especially in this wacky business we know and love.
And the JOTB which is fitting for this one (there’s two)….
Once, a guy was dating a beautiful Thai woman and one time after having sex, he decided to ask her why she strokes his member for hours after he’s done his business. He mustered up the courage and said “Honey, there’s something I’ve been meaning to ask you… why is it that when we’re done having sex, you stroke my cock for as long as you do?” and she looked at him and sighed “Because I really miss mine…”
And last but not least….
Speaking of testosterone replacement (for female to male transsexuals) and estrogen replacement (which is what a lot of male to female transsexuals take), how do you make a hormone?
Don’t pay her…