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Sex toys have been around in one form or another for hundreds of years but they are becoming more popular than ever in modern day society. Often referred to as marital aids, sex toys facilitate sexual pleasure for couples or for solo use. A recent study of the Temptations Direct website purchaser figures illustrates that the proportion of women and men buying sex toys is a fairly even split with 52% of women and 48% of men being consumers. If you are new to sex toys and want to try them out for the first time to heighten sexual satisfaction and spice up your bedroom activities but are unsure what sort of toy to buy this guide could help you to make a decision.

What type of sex toy is the best to start off with?

Which sex toy to start with is one of the first things to consider when thinking about the potential purchase of an adult toy? Sex toys come in many different guises: dildos, cock rings, anal sex toys, male and female sex pumps, sex dolls, strap ons and vibrators to name but a few. If you want to experience a penetrative sex toy for the first time it is a good idea to try something that has some degree of flexibility such as a jelly dildo. Non penetrative sex toys such as cock rings that are made of silicon or rubber have some give in them and can help to prolong an erection which is firmer and fuller that can lead to increased sexual satisfaction for both parties. These cock rings have far more flexibility than rigid metal cock rings, which cause considerable restriction to the wearer.

Size and cost matters

Other important factors to consider are size and cost.  Start small and work up to bigger sex toys when you are more experienced. Mini vibrators deliver a fantastic orgasm but are small enough to be transported just about anywhere. You also do not want to spend a considerable amount on your first purchase if you are unsure whether you will enjoy the experience of a sex toy. Small vibrators start from as low as £4, jelly dildos are anything from £10 and cock rings retail from as little as £2 and therefore do not result in a considerable outgoing.

Use sexual lubricants

If you are a beginner to penetrative sex toys it is always advisable to use a sexual lubricant. This is especially important in the use of anal sex toys as neither the anus nor the rectum naturally produce their own lubrication so it is imperative that anal lubrication is used for more pleasurable and comfortable anal sex toy pursuits. Moreover, some anal gels and sprays are specifically designed to condition the tissues surrounding the anus and relax the anal muscles, therefore making penetration considerably easier. Anal finger stimulators are ideal for first timers to anal play as not only are they small and inexpensive but they are often made of soft silicone making penetration far more comfortable.

Sex toy cleaner

On purchasing your adult toy you should also contemplate buying a sex toy cleaner. Cheap to buy, this additional item should be utilised immediately after sex toy use to keep it clean. Safe, effective and ant-bacterial, sex toy cleaners help to prevent the spread of germs and bacteria and help to keep your sex toy last for longer.

For more information on the variety of sex toys available, visit the Temptations Direct website.

Current Mood: Playful

Let’s say you’ve just made a quick visit to your favorite sex shop. You’ve taken the time to carefully consider the many different options of vibrators, dildos and anal toys that the store has to offer. Understandably, the first thing you may want to do when you open your brand new sex toy is to put it to good use. However, before you take the plunge into sexual bliss, there are a few things you need to know about caring for your sex toys.

First things first, before you actually start using your new sex toy, take a few moments to inspect it just to make sure that there aren’t any flaws in the production of the item. It is often an individual’s best bet to purchase the sex toys made out of silicone or other safe materials like food-grade vinyl or stainless steel. If you’re unsure about the sex toy, it’s always a good idea to have a condom handy to use on the dildo, vibrator or anal sex toy. Make sure you also read any information online such as the ones you can see on http://www.temptationsdirect.co.uk.

Although no sex toy will last forever, keeping your dildos, anal sex toys and vibrators clean will ensure that you maximize the life of your toys. Make sure you use a sex toy cleaner or mild soap and hot water to make certain that the toy has no bacteria or harmful dirt on it before and after use. Because the sex toys are meant to be used on the most intimate parts of the human anatomy, it is absolutely important to ensure that the sex toys are clean before any use.

To prolong the life of your sex toy also means finding a proper and safe storage area for the items. Before putting the sex toys away, make sure that they have been dried thoroughly to prevent any growth of substances such as mildew. Also be sure to keep your dildos or other sex toys in a dry place with nice cool temperatures to avoid any discoloration.

Sex toys are instrumental in an enhanced sexual experience whether you use them in foreplay or throughout the whole love making process. Keeping them clean and storing them well is easy when you’ve got the basics of sex toy care down and keeps you carefree when using your toys.