Dildos

Dildos provide sublime penetrative sexual pleasure when inserted into the vaginal or anal canals due to their phallic shape. Dildos are naturally the first sex toy many people use because of their simple designs and affordable prices. They come in various shapes and sizes because each design type will have its aficionados. There are thousands of dildo models to choose from, so follow these tips and pointers to find one that is perfect for you!

Dildos are more satisfying than just using fingers because they provide girth. But an oversized dildo can be too much toy. Also, a dildo too small won't make sense either. Most dildo lovers seek to find the sweet spot, not too big, not too small.

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But first, let's look at the many ways manufacturers provide measurement specifications for their dildo toys. There are so many terms and specifications floating about that it can get super confusing! So we try to sort it all out, so you don't have to!

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Overall Length: The length of the dildo from its tip to the very bottom of its base. For people with experience with sex toys, the ideal overall length can range around 6 to 7 inches for vaginas and 3 to 5 inches for anuses. More size than that takes skill and experience, so be careful not to overestimate your capabilities. If you are a beginner, start smaller and work your way up, especially with anal toys! 

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Insertable length: This is the length of the dildo toy that you can insert into your orifice. The insertable length of a suction cup dildo would be the overall length of the dildo minus the suction cup. Insertable length really is a measurement of how deep your sex toy can travel into you. For Reference: the average erect penis is about 5.5 inches long.

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Width: The width measures your sex toy from the edge of one of its sides to the opposite edge. Width is the same as the diameter and basically is a measurement of how wide a sex toy is. For Reference: the average erect penis is about 1.5 inches wide.

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Girth: The circumference of a sex toy or the length of the outer edge of a sex toy if you look down at it and then you measure the edge all around the toy. Girth is how people measure a circle's size, but width is the more intuitive measurement of wideness for most people.

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Exterior Softness. Most women prefer a design that is close to the density of an erect penis. Vaginas are delicate, and very rigid exteriors can feel unnatural. To mimic a lifelike penis, choose dildos with some flexibility and softer exterior materials, like silicone. Silicone dildos are an excellent starter option for people new to sex toys.

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Materials to look into. Top manufacturers usually make their dildos from silicone, glass, stainless steel, or chrome-plated aluminium. Silicone dildos appeal to people who want a more natural feeling from their dildo. Glass or metal dildos, on the other hand, provide specific sensations and introduce the option of playing with different temperatures. Glass or stainless steel dildos are ideal for the more experienced. Still, they appeal to anyone who wants to expand their horizons with new sensations from their dildo collection. 

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Materials to avoid: Avoid jelly dildos as they are porous and usually made from phthalates - a sure sign of a low-quality sex toy. Porous toys can encourage the growth of bacteria, and phthalates are toxic to the skin. And they are hard to clean. How to tell?: Toys made of phthalates give off a strong chemical smell. So a new sex toy with a strong chemical smell is usually a low-quality sex toy.

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Shaft Rigidness. A dildo needs to be rigid because the last thing anyone needs is trouble pushing in a flimsy, floppy dildo! Most designs are pretty stiff to allow for easy insertion. Glass or metal dildos are the most rigid. In contrast, silicone dildos will have rigidity but not quite as much as glass or metal dildos.

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The reason why most women (and some men) love a dildo is that it substitutes for a natural phallus. Realistic dildos are lifelike with precise anatomical detail, while other dildo designs are more abstract. Realistic dildos generally come in flesh or black tones. They are designed to be as lifelike as possible and include precise anatomical details such as veins, the shape of a phallus head, and the scrotum (the sac for the testies). Abstract dildos will come in a range of colours but rarely in a flesh colour. While they are phallic in shape, they will take more geometric forms rather than anatomical forms. The image below is of an abstract dildo design.

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The Base of the Dildo. Most dildos have a safety base that is usually wider than their main section. Additional width makes removal easier and, in the case of anal toys, is a safety feature. Having a flared or broader base ensures that an anal toy does not become fully inserted into the anus. Other safety bases include suction cups, pull rings, and lifelike details like a scrotum. A suction cup can add oomph to your masturbation routine by adding new sensations and excitement. Whether you are propping the dildo for the cowgirl position, sticking it on the wall for doggy-style action, or just laying in the bed, the goal is to enjoy your ride in whichever way feels good for you. 

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Realistic Dildos: Dildos that mimic a real phallus with precise anatomical detailing.

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Dildos with Abstract Design: Dildos with geometric designs that are phallic in shape but are not meant to look like a natural penis.

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G-Spot Dildos: Dildos designed for vaginal insertion that feature a curved tip to better and more precisely stimulate the G-Spot.

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Anal Dildos: Dildos designed for anal insertion. Usually 3 to 6 inches in length, but larger anal dildos can extend to 8 inches or more. Quality anal dildos always have a design feature, such as a flared base or a pull ring, that guarantees easy removal.

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Prostate Dildos: An anal dildo with a curved tip designed to stimulate the prostate gland.

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Vibrating Dildos: Dildos that include a vibrating mechanism for additional stimulation. Vibrating dildos and vibrators are similar but have important differences. Vibrating dildos are often longer than vibrators and tend to look more realistic than vibrators.

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Suction Cup Dildos: A dildo with a suction cup at its base. A suction cup is a cup-shaped design that creates a vacuum on a flat smooth surface. The suction keeps the dildo in place when mounted on a surface.

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Double-Ended Dildos: A dildo with insertable tips at each end. Having insertable tips on each end means that the dildo can stimulate two orifices simultaneously, whether in solo play or couples play.

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Strap-on Dildo: A dildo with a flared base inserted into an O-ring strap-on harness. A mainstay sex toy in girl-girl relationships and the primary tool in pegging sessions.

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Huge Dildos: Novelty dildos with extreme measurements, such as an overall length of 10 inches or more. Only for the very experienced.

 

Silicone dildos should only be lubricated with water based lubes. Silicone based lubes, oils, or petroleum jelly will damage silicone dildos. Glass or metal dildos can be lubed with any kind of lubricant as their material will not be damaged by any type of body-safe lube.

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Always clean your dildo after play time. Warm water and skin friendly soap is sufficient to clean your toy. Toy cleaners also work well. Do not use bleach, rubbing alcohol, or hydrogen peroxide to clean your toys as these disinfectants will damage silicone toys and will cause chemical irritation on the skin. A good rule of thumb is that if the soap is gentle on your body's skin, it should be fine for your sex toys.  

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A: A dildo is a sex toy that is designed to be inserted into the vagina or anus. It is usually made of silicone or latex. Dildos are waterproof so that you can use them in the shower.

 

A: There are many different types of dildos. Some are designed to look like real penises, while others are designed to be more abstract. There are also dildos that are designed to be used in the anus.

 

A: Dildos come in all different sizes. Some are very small, while others are very large. Beginners should start with smaller sizes and safely work their way up. The largest dildos are actually huge.

 

A: The measurements of a small dildo vary. However, most small dildos are between 3 and 5 inches in length.

 

A: The measurements of a large dildo vary. However, most large dildos are between 6 and 9 inches in length.

 

A: Yes, some dildos can vibrate. However, most dildos do not vibrate.

 

A: Dildo's are water proof so you can take them into the shower, bath, pool, or some other body of water. Metal dildos made of stainless steel or chrome plated aluminium are rust-proof so they are fine in water. You can take a glass dildo into the shower or a pool as well, just be extra careful about not dropping your glass dildo on hard surfaces.

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A: The best brand of dildo is the one that you are most comfortable with. There are many different brands of dildos, so it is important to find one that you like.

 

A. Yes and no. They are both phallus shaped sex toys designed to be inserted into a human orifice. But anal dildos, butt plugs, and prostate massagers have specific design features to suit their destination better. They are usually not as long as many dildos because anal penetration usually doesn't require as much length. And anal toys have the important safety features such as a wider base, or some other design at the bottom for easy removal!