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Straight answers about body-safe materials, toys for men, and keeping things interesting as a couple. New here? Start with the three guides below.
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How to choose your first vibrator
Rumbly versus buzzy, external versus internal, and why the quiet one wins.
GuideAnal play for beginners
Sizing, lube, safety, and a realistic timeline for training.
GuideWhich lube goes with which toy
Water, silicone, hybrid, and oil, and the one combination to avoid.
2026
2025
2024
Rechargeable vs battery sex toys: which one is worth it?
Cheap AA toys look like a bargain until the batteries start fading. Here's how the two power types compare once you actually use them.
Buying & careSex toy return policy basics: what's normal and what's a red flag
Adult toys don't follow the same return rules as shoes, and that's a good thing. Here's what to expect and what should make you suspicious.
For menSolo play and performance anxiety: what actually helps
Nerves in the bedroom often start with habits outside it. Here is how to use solo time to take the pressure off, without pills or gimmicks.
2023
What to expect on your first order: discreet packaging, shipping, and billing
Nervous about the box on your porch or the line on your statement? Here is exactly what your first order looks like from checkout to doorstep.
For couplesReigniting intimacy after a dry spell: start with the conversation
Months without sex can make the first move feel enormous. Here is a slower, lower-pressure way back to each other that starts at the kitchen table.
2022
Anal play for couples: a body-safe beginner's guide
Curious about anal play together? Start with the right material, a flared base, plenty of lube, and a receiving partner who sets the pace.
Materials & safetySex toy regulations: what safety standards exist, and what doesn't
Most sex toys are sold as novelties, and nobody checks the material before they reach you. What oversight exists, where the gaps are, and how to shop around them.
For couplesHis, hers, and ours: sex toys for both partners that actually work
A wand is for her and a stroker is for him. Here are the designs that give you both something at the same moment.
2021
Why more men are buying sex toys (and why that's a good thing)
The idea that toys are for lonely guys never matched the data. Here is what the research says and what has changed for men who buy them.
For menCan men do Kegels? Pelvic floor exercises for control and stamina
Men have a pelvic floor too, and training it takes a few minutes a day. Here is how to find the right muscles and build a routine that sticks.
2020
How long do sex toys last? A material-by-material guide
A glass toy can outlive your bedside table. A vibrator's battery won't. Here's what wears out first, and the signs it's time for a replacement.
For couplesWearable vibrators during sex: what they are and how couples use them
A U-shaped toy she wears, vibration you both feel, and nobody holding anything. Here's how wearables work and how to get the fit right.
Buying & careMale toy care 101: cleaning and storing strokers so they last
Strokers trap lube in every ridge. A quick wash, a proper dry, and smart storage keep yours clean and working for years.
For couplesApp-controlled sex toys for long-distance couples: how they work and what to look for
Your partner's phone, your toy, any distance. How the connection works, which styles suit which couples, and the privacy settings to check first.
For couplesDate night ideas that don't involve dinner
Dinner and a movie is easy, which is exactly the problem. Three date nights that get you moving, talking, and a little closer by the end.
2019
Realistic vs. textured vs. vibrating strokers: which type suits you
Familiar squeeze, intense texture, or a motor doing some of the work. How the three stroker types differ, and the material catch that comes with realistic sleeves.
Buying & careHow to store sex toys so they stay clean and private
A clean toy tossed into a dusty drawer is not a clean toy for long. Simple storage habits that protect your materials and your privacy.
For couplesFirst toy together: a beginner's guide to sex toys for couples
Three simple toys that fit into the sex you already have, plus the one thing to check before any feature: what it's made of.
For menProstate massagers 101: what they are and how to start safely
Where the prostate is, why a flared base matters, and a slow, step-by-step first session with the right toy and plenty of lube.
For menMale masturbator guide for first-timers: types, materials and what to expect
Material matters more than any feature. How to pick a body-safe stroker, which type to start with, and why lube isn't optional.
2018
How to bring up sex toys with your partner without making it awkward
Most of the awkwardness comes from timing and wording. Here's when to raise the subject, what to say, and what to try first.
For menCock rings explained: how they work, types, and safety basics
A ring at the base of the shaft keeps blood where you want it. Here is what that does, which style to start with, and when to take it off.
Materials & safetySilicone vs glass vs stainless steel vs ABS plastic: a buyer's comparison
All four are non-porous and easy to clean. What separates them is how they feel. A side-by-side look to help you pick.
2017
How to clean sex toys the right way, material by material
Warm water and mild soap cover most of it. Here is when you can boil a toy, when you never should, and how to store it once it's dry.
Materials & safetyHow to read a sex toy label: phthalate-free, non-toxic and skin-safe decoded
The front of the box tells you what a toy isn't. The part that matters is what it is. We translate the most common label claims.
Materials & safetyMedical-grade vs food-grade silicone: what "body-safe" on the label really means
Three labels, three very different meanings. Here's what each silicone claim actually tells you, and which one tells you almost nothing.
2016
Materials & safety
- Lube 101, revisited: our updated personal lubricant guide
- Sex toy regulations: what safety standards exist, and what doesn't
- Silicone vs glass vs stainless steel vs ABS plastic: a buyer's comparison
- How to read a sex toy label: phthalate-free, non-toxic and skin-safe decoded
- Medical-grade vs food-grade silicone: what "body-safe" on the label really means
- Porous vs non-porous sex toys: why we don't sell jelly, TPR or PVC
For couples
- Sex after 40: the best sex toys for older couples
- Reigniting intimacy after a dry spell: start with the conversation
- Anal play for couples: a body-safe beginner's guide
- His, hers, and ours: sex toys for both partners that actually work
- Wearable vibrators during sex: what they are and how couples use them
- App-controlled sex toys for long-distance couples: how they work and what to look for
- Date night ideas that don't involve dinner
- First toy together: a beginner's guide to sex toys for couples
- How to bring up sex toys with your partner without making it awkward
Buying & care
- Rechargeable vs battery sex toys: which one is worth it?
- Sex toy return policy basics: what's normal and what's a red flag
- What to expect on your first order: discreet packaging, shipping, and billing
- How long do sex toys last? A material-by-material guide
- Male toy care 101: cleaning and storing strokers so they last
- How to store sex toys so they stay clean and private
- How to clean sex toys the right way, material by material
For men
- Solo play and performance anxiety: what actually helps
- Why more men are buying sex toys (and why that's a good thing)
- Can men do Kegels? Pelvic floor exercises for control and stamina
- Realistic vs. textured vs. vibrating strokers: which type suits you
- Prostate massagers 101: what they are and how to start safely
- Male masturbator guide for first-timers: types, materials and what to expect
- Cock rings explained: how they work, types, and safety basics