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Need help with adult toys?

I've seen a couple of people mention in passing that they have questions about toys, and I want to help.

 

I work as a designer in the adult industry and so I know a lot about the inner world.

Don't be shy, just ask away! 

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Re: Need help with adult toys?

  • Is it true that you should have a vibrator for your vagina and one for anal play? I want this in writing, someone told me once that you don't. I'm pretty sure cross contamination would cause a yeast infection.
  • What's your favorite design?

    Also, what's up with those Pyrex dildos? They don't seem very safe.

    And I think anal cross-contamination would be more likely to cause a bacterial infection. I would just use condoms on your vibrators to make clean-up easier and lessen the risk of contamination of your vag.

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  • My husband and I are looking at these "sex flesh" dolls and I am wondering how realistic these feel. It says "ultra-life like feel with SexFlesh, our exclusive blend of premium rubbers ". It is not like they said it feels like silicone or plastic which I know what those substances feel like. I know it won't feel like real skin but they are not cheap and I want to make sure it at least feels good for my husband.

    Also, if you do not mind me asking.
    How did you get into that line of work? That sounds interesting.

    TIA

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  • Pyrex dildos freak me out too. What if they break? That's terrifying to me.
  • What is your opinion on the dildo molds? I would like an exact replica of my husband's peen for when he works late at night. I hate waiting up late for some action. Might as well take care of myself, ya know? 
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  • imageLittleMissCutiePie:
    Is it true that you should have a vibrator for your vagina and one for anal play? I want this in writing, someone told me once that you don't. I'm pretty sure cross contamination would cause a yeast infection.

    You can just use a condom on the same toy and change the rubber between holes. Although, you shouldn't necessarily be using the same one on both holes because of the shape--many vag toys are not shaped well for the back door and can get lost up there. Seriously. Indifferent

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  • I am pretty fond of my Hitachi Wand but used it once when I had a yeastie. Ever since, I only use it through my underwear to prevent from re-yeasting myself. Is there a better way? Of course I clean it with soap and water, but I don't think that kills the yeast, and I don't use cleaners with triclosan and what have you because those chemicals are bad. It is the only toy I own that I can't just boil. It doesn't make a HUGE difference that I can't use it on my bare skin now, but if I don't have to, it would be nice.
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  • Where in the hell did the sex toy expert go? What if I had a sex toy emergency and needed answers immediately?

     

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  • imageChelsiAnn13:

    My husband and I are looking at these "sex flesh" dolls and I am wondering how realistic these feel. It says "ultra-life like feel with SexFlesh, our exclusive blend of premium rubbers ". It is not like they said it feels like silicone or plastic which I know what those substances feel like. I know it won't feel like real skin but they are not cheap and I want to make sure it at least feels good for my husband.

    Also, if you do not mind me asking.
    How did you get into that line of work? That sounds interesting.

    TIA

    If the sex flesh dolls are anything like the sex flesh vaginas, the "flesh" is pretty realistic but it does require maintenance. You have to use cornstarch to keep it soft. I might try just buying an ass or vagina made of the flesh first, rather than purchasing the whole doll. It seems like a waste of sex flesh anyway, since all you really need is the vag or the ass. 

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  • No, you do not. As a rule, you should be cleaning your toy before and after each use. If you are still worried, use a condom.

    There are toys though that work better for different parts of your body. Here are some anal toys, and here are some toys made for vaginal use.

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  • imageMamasaurus:
    I am pretty fond of my Hitachi Wand but used it once when I had a yeastie. Ever since, I only use it through my underwear to prevent from re-yeasting myself. Is there a better way? Of course I clean it with soap and water, but I don't think that kills the yeast, and I don't use cleaners with triclosan and what have you because those chemicals are bad. It is the only toy I own that I can't just boil. It doesn't make a HUGE difference that I can't use it on my bare skin now, but if I don't have to, it would be nice.

     

    If you're very worried, try using a condom. May I ask what type of lube, if any, you are using? 

  • imagecrystalbaby:
    What's your favorite design? Also, what's up with those Pyrex dildos? They don't seem very safe. And I think anal cross-contamination would be more likely to cause a bacterial infection. I would just use condoms on your vibrators to make clean-up easier and lessen the risk of contamination of your vag.

     

    My favorite design in a vibrator has to be the Intensity. It's a very unique design and I dig the e-stim pads.

    Are you talking about the glass dildos?

  • imageChelsiAnn13:
    My husband and I are looking at these "sex flesh" dolls and I am wondering how realistic these feel. It says "ultra-life like feel with SexFlesh, our exclusive blend of premium rubbers ". It is not like they said it feels like silicone or plastic which I know what those substances feel like. I know it won't feel like real skin but they are not cheap and I want to make sure it at least feels good for my husband. Also, if you do not mind me asking. How did you get into that line of work? That sounds interesting. TIA

     

    They do feel really nice and decently realistic, but they are a huge expense and upkeep. The material that they are made out of very easily traps in dirt and germs, and so unless you intend to be very rigid about cleaning, it's not a great choice.

    Why not try a fleshlight? Same basic principle, but a much easier cleanup.

    I don't mind telling you about how I got into this line. I am a fairly recent college grad with a BFA in Digital Media, but nobody was hiring. I took a chance on a Craigslist ad and before I knew it I was in dildo city.

  • imageLittleMissCutiePie:
    Pyrex dildos freak me out too. What if they break? That's terrifying to me.

    The glass dildos are all made of a very solid material. They are also very easy to clean and great when it comes to hygiene. The only real problem with them is that when they chip they are useless. :(

  • imagedlast09:
    What is your opinion on the dildo molds? I would like an exact replica of my husband's peen for when he works late at night. I hate waiting up late for some action. Might as well take care of myself, ya know?

     

    I like your spirit! I am a huuuge fan of vibrating dildos. The grand daddy of them all is the Clone-A-Willy. It's a great way to engage in solo play without running the risk of your partner feeling inadequate.

  • imageMamasaurus:

    imageLittleMissCutiePie:
    Is it true that you should have a vibrator for your vagina and one for anal play? I want this in writing, someone told me once that you don't. I'm pretty sure cross contamination would cause a yeast infection.

    You can just use a condom on the same toy and change the rubber between holes. Although, you shouldn't necessarily be using the same one on both holes because of the shape--many vag toys are not shaped well for the back door and can get lost up there. Seriously. Indifferent

     

     

    Yes yes yes. Make sure that all of your anal toys have either a flared base or something for you to grab on to. Yes. 

  • I am having some issues with my husband, and I would like to find some alternative ways to pleasure myself so that I can be firm and hold back sex from him if I want to. I don't really have a lot of money. Do you have any suggestions fir household objects that I could use? And I don't mean carrots and cucumbers - I would rather stay away from food from now on. I still think that a carrot gave me a bad infection last time.
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  • imageMason&Mama:
    I am having some issues with my husband, and I would like to find some alternative ways to pleasure myself so that I can be firm and hold back sex from him if I want to. I don't really have a lot of money. Do you have any suggestions fir household objects that I could use? And I don't mean carrots and cucumbers - I would rather stay away from food from now on. I still think that a carrot gave me a bad infection last time.

     

    There is always the old electric toothbrush. I wouldn't recommend using yours though, for what I hope are obvious reasons.

     

    I know it is tempting to save a few dollars and use something around the house, but you really should consider a toy. They are made for these sorts of things, and you can get them very cheaply. Here are some discreet vibes that would be easy to hide, need be.

  • imagecramarrity:

    imagedlast09:
    What is your opinion on the dildo molds? I would like an exact replica of my husband's peen for when he works late at night. I hate waiting up late for some action. Might as well take care of myself, ya know?

     

    I like your spirit! I am a huuuge fan of vibrating dildos. The grand daddy of them all is the Clone-A-Willy. It's a great way to engage in solo play without running the risk of your partner feeling inadequate.

    Brilliant. I must purchase one asap!  

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  • imagedlast09:
    imagecramarrity:

    imagedlast09:
    What is your opinion on the dildo molds? I would like an exact replica of my husband's peen for when he works late at night. I hate waiting up late for some action. Might as well take care of myself, ya know?

     

    I like your spirit! I am a huuuge fan of vibrating dildos. The grand daddy of them all is the Clone-A-Willy. It's a great way to engage in solo play without running the risk of your partner feeling inadequate.

    Brilliant. I must purchase one asap!  

     

    Do it. If you use the site I linked to, enter promo code "Reddit" for 15% off.

  • imageLittleMissCutiePie:
    Pyrex dildos freak me out too. What if they break? That's terrifying to me.

    I'm obviously not the expert, but if you're talking about those glass ones- I just got my first one a few months ago and it is my FAVORITE! I had the same concern, but they are so much sturdier than you would think by looking at them. I have at least three more that I want- the one I bought was expensive but it is wonderful.

  • imagecrystalbaby:
    imageChelsiAnn13:

    My husband and I are looking at these "sex flesh" dolls and I am wondering how realistic these feel. It says "ultra-life like feel with SexFlesh, our exclusive blend of premium rubbers ". It is not like they said it feels like silicone or plastic which I know what those substances feel like. I know it won't feel like real skin but they are not cheap and I want to make sure it at least feels good for my husband.

    Also, if you do not mind me asking.
    How did you get into that line of work? That sounds interesting.

    TIA

    If the sex flesh dolls are anything like the sex flesh vaginas, the "flesh" is pretty realistic but it does require maintenance. You have to use cornstarch to keep it soft. I might try just buying an ass or vagina made of the flesh first, rather than purchasing the whole doll. It seems like a waste of sex flesh anyway, since all you really need is the vag or the ass. 

    Unless you want to get freaky with the mouth or the boobies, or you have a thing for feet.

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  • imagecramarrity:

    imageMamasaurus:
    I am pretty fond of my Hitachi Wand but used it once when I had a yeastie. Ever since, I only use it through my underwear to prevent from re-yeasting myself. Is there a better way? Of course I clean it with soap and water, but I don't think that kills the yeast, and I don't use cleaners with triclosan and what have you because those chemicals are bad. It is the only toy I own that I can't just boil. It doesn't make a HUGE difference that I can't use it on my bare skin now, but if I don't have to, it would be nice.

     

    If you're very worried, try using a condom. May I ask what type of lube, if any, you are using? 

    With the hitachi? None. It doesn't really need any because it isn't for penetration or...rubbing. For vaginal toys, I use my own natural lube. I don't put things in my butt unless the husband is involved, and we use Pjur in those cases...but of course the hitachi never goes there.

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  • imageMamasaurus:
    imagecramarrity:
    imageMamasaurus:
    I am pretty fond of my Hitachi Wand but used it once when I had a yeastie. Ever since, I only use it through my underwear to prevent from re-yeasting myself. Is there a better way? Of course I clean it with soap and water, but I don't think that kills the yeast, and I don't use cleaners with triclosan and what have you because those chemicals are bad. It is the only toy I own that I can't just boil. It doesn't make a HUGE difference that I can't use it on my bare skin now, but if I don't have to, it would be nice.
    If you're very worried, try using a condom. May I ask what type of lube, if any, you are using?
    With the hitachi? None. It doesn't really need any because it isn't for penetration or...rubbing. For vaginal toys, I use my own natural lube. I don't put things in my butt unless the husband is involved, and we use Pjur in those cases...but of course the hitachi never goes there.

    I'm sorry, I was assuming you used an attachment. Ok, if you get an infection from a toy, it just means it needs a more thorough cleaning. Remember to do it before and after each use. Does this help?

  • imageMason&Mama:
    I am having some issues with my husband, and I would like to find some alternative ways to pleasure myself so that I can be firm and hold back sex from him if I want to. I don't really have a lot of money. Do you have any suggestions fir household objects that I could use? And I don't mean carrots and cucumbers - I would rather stay away from food from now on. I still think that a carrot gave me a bad infection last time.

     

    Maybe you shouldnt use sex as a weapon against him.

     

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  • imageLittleMissCutiePie:
    Pyrex dildos freak me out too. What if they break? That's terrifying to me.

    Isn't pyrex supposed to be unbreakable?

  • imagePremierMot:

    imageMason&Mama:
    I am having some issues with my husband, and I would like to find some alternative ways to pleasure myself so that I can be firm and hold back sex from him if I want to. I don't really have a lot of money. Do you have any suggestions fir household objects that I could use? And I don't mean carrots and cucumbers - I would rather stay away from food from now on. I still think that a carrot gave me a bad infection last time.

     

    Maybe you shouldnt use sex as a weapon against him.

     

    You must have missed her post about how he's probably having an affair because his jizz doesn't taste like tuna salad. I wish I were making that up.

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  • imageMackalien13:

    imageLittleMissCutiePie:
    Pyrex dildos freak me out too. What if they break? That's terrifying to me.

    Isn't pyrex supposed to be unbreakable?

     

    You'd have to be insanely rough with it (like slamming it on a counter edge, etc.), but it can break.

     

  • Thank you, I will keep that in mind.

     And that is interesting, I think I would love a job like that. =)
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