Prostate massagers: Look like vibrators, except they boasts a unique curve designed to stimulate the prostate anally.Īnal training kits: A series of toys (usually four or five) that help the anal sphincters dilate at a safe and gradual pace. However, they are not designed for penetration. Butt plugs can also be useful for anal dilating and kegel exercises. Generally favored by those who seek the feeling of fullness in their rectum. Guybrators: Vibrators designed to stimulate the penis.īutt plugs: Cone-shaped toys with flared bases. Some are designed to replicate a sexual experience with realistic materials whereas other are designed with unique textures to offer a one-of-a-kind experience. Strokers: Textured sleeves are designed to enhance masturbation with a penis. Vibrating cock rings can also provide added stimulation during partnered sex. Types of Sex ToysĬock rings: Restricts blood flow out of the penis, resulting in longer, firmer, more sensitive erections. If you have a porous toy that you want to use on a partner, slip a condom over top to avoid spreading potential infections or a pre-existing STI. Some of the more common porous materials include jelly rubber, PVC, cyberskin, TPR/TPE and elastomer. Though less dangerous, you should also aim to avoid porous toys, which contain tiny, sometimes microscopic pockets that can trap dirt and bacteria and cannot be fully cleaned. (Rest assured: all toys on this list are body safe.) When you shop for sex toys, purchase directly from the manufacturer or a credible retailer. While this sounds scary, these chemicals are fairly easy to avoid. (We vetted any picks from Amazon to make sure they're the real deal.) Some chemicals you want to avoid are phthalates, trimethyltin chloride, phenol, carbon disulphide, toluene and cadmium. Unfortunately, some big box sites like Amazon will sell knockoffs of popular sex toys, some made with these potentially harmful chemicals. This means companies can produce sex toys with potentially toxic materials without so much as a slap on the wrist. What you may not know about sex toys is that they are not regulated in North America. Sex Toys 101 What to Look For (And Avoid)