The first time I ever tried a rabbit style vibe, I immediately hated it. It was some piece of crap that looked like an alien cactus and smelled even worse (read: phthalates!). I even had to take it apart and rebuild it, it was so junkie. And it turned me off to the style totally, until now. I’ll be honest – I never thought myself a rabbit kind of gal, even before the dreaded green jelly rubber disaster I mentioned above. I always assumed I wouldn’t enjoy it. That it would be a weak breeze of a buzz when my clit was hoping for something a little more Hitachi flavored. And I wasn’t too keen on the whole moving shaft situation; something about pearls jumbling around in a rotating dildo just wasn’t enticing my bits. But lucky for me, I decided to give the style a second chance. Not only am I a totally converted rabbit lovin’ lady, I am a firm supporter of giving your body a change to show you everything it likes.
This time around I was introduced to the Silicone Rabbit Pearl – a 100% silicone version of the original model! That’s right, 100% silicone! So no more old shower curtain smell, and no more phthalates!! Woohoo! Also, my wish came true and this version did not include the see-through shaft packed with gyrating pearls. Instead, the shaft was nice and thick, with a defined head and a whole bunch of delicious ribs going vertically down from the tip. The shaft was also apparently thicker (1 5/8” diameter) and a little shorter in length (4 ¾” insertable), which is right up my alley! Read the rest of this entry »
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This time around I was feeling the need for sensual selfishness of the highest order, so I was overjoyed to get a bath time toy like Bath Therapy from System JO. Marketed as an aromatherapy bathing experience, Bath Therapy comes in a variety of three different scents that can perk you up or put you down after a weary day, depending on which you choose.
As lavender makes me sneeze and I can’t see lemon as being soothing or perking (though it might have induced me to try gobbling large quantities of soap), I chose peppermint. Unfortunately other than the scent, I don’t have much more to say about the ingredients contained in System JO’s products. While I know the company professes to use natural plant based ingredients and essential oils, I couldn’t find a list of them anywhere I looked - neither on the bottle nor online later. Apparently System JO has a habit of not listing their ingredients in any of their products, which I find troubling. Hopefully I haven’t been bathing in happy little skin mutating carcinogens.
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While it’s probably one of the most cliché clichés of all time, it is in fact true that necessity really is the mother of invention. When it all boils down to it, all the greatest ideas have been born out of a specific need to be filled. And sometimes that need is purely to have hotter sex. Amen to that!
In what I assume was an epic battle of wanting to fuck longer vs. having tired legs from holding them up and out for long periods of time, the sex sling was born! A simple strap that keeps your legs up and open, the Sex Sling is the perfect accessory for extending the action into the wee hours!
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Whenever the folks at Fun Factory come out with a new toy, you can bet it’s going to go on my sex toy wish list. I love their stuff and am very rarely disappointed. While I have about 4000 bullets like the Fly Micro Vibe, I just had to try it out!
The best thing about it is that, like the majority of Fun Factory’s products, the sleeve is made out of really nice medical grade silicone. The bullet can be removed and then the sleeve can be sterilized for safety’s sake. One tip I would recommend is applying a drop or two of water-based lube to the bullet before insertion each time. It’ll make the bullet easier to remove when it’s time to boil the sleeve. There aren’t a ton of bullet style vibes like this that are so well made, so paying a few extra bucks is certainly worth it, in my opinion.
This toy runs on three micro-batteries, which are included. It’s not the most powerful vibe in the world, but it does the job and you have to appreciate any toy that’s ready to go right out of the box. There are three levels of intensity, the first barely registers for me, but options are always a good thing, especially with a small toy like this.
Another thing I dig about the Fly Micro Vibe is that it’s completely waterproof. I’ve used it in the shower a bunch and haven’t had any issues at all. It’s put together really well, so I never had any doubts as to whether or not it would stand up to a good soaking.
If you’re the type of person who can’t get off with anything but a Hitachi, this is not the toy for you. If you’re like me, and love what a bullet vibe can add to a night of debauchery, you should definitely check this one out. I think it’s especially good for those of you who live in a house full of people who don’t need to know you’re getting off. It’s discreet, quiet and a great reason to take a long bath!
Add this high-quality vibe to your toy chest today!
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Let me just come out and say that I have been lusting after Lelo’s Gigi for at least a year. I’ve read so many good things about this little rechargeable vibe and I super love Lelo, so I just had to get my hands on my very own! Thanks to Babeland, I can now cross another toy off my wish list because I am now the proud owner of this high-end vibrator.
I hate to do this, but the best way to start off describing the Gigi is to say it’s freaking adorable. At 6.5 inches long (4.5 insertable) it fits in the palm of my hand quite nicely and the 3.5 inch diameter is a great for newbies who are trying to get to their g-spot, not train for the DP Olympics. The most notable thing about this vibrator is head, which is designed to seek out your g-spot without much effort.
The insertable end is made from medical grade silicone and can be sterilized by wiping it down with a 10 percent bleach solution. It’s quite firm and very smooth, which when combined with the diminutive size and some water-based lube, makes insertion a breeze. The flatish head also makes it great for external stimulation because it’s really easy to focus the vibrations wherever you’d like.
I’ve used this toy a bunch of different ways already and see myself reaching for it often. Whether I’m using it for g-spot massage or clitoral stimulation combined with my Pure Wand, it’s pretty damn awesome.
Like all Lelo toys, the Gigi comes with a couple of storage options. I keep mine in the fancy black box that provides storage space for the charger underneath the tray, but there is also a white satin pouch if you prefer something that takes up a little less space.
My only complaint would have to be the control panel. This toy is operated by a single round button that has an X on it to help guide you. Press the left and right buttons you scroll through the seven speeds – the up and down buttons take you through the five function buttons. It seems pretty simple, but I have changed the function when I’ve wanted to change the speed enough times to mention it here. Of course, it is complicated even further when you factor in lube…
Despite that one small issue, this is still a really great vibe. It’s perfect for those of you who are just starting out with g-spot stimulation because it really takes all of the guess work out of it. I’m guessing those of you with a lot of toy experience don’t really need me to convince you that this is a great toy – you probably know enough about Lelo to have figured that out!
Get your own Gigi – it’s currently on sale but the low price won’t last!
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Let me just begin by saying I’m pretty excited that Fun Factory has gone ahead and updated a toy that so many women have raved about in the past. The original SmartBalls got a lot of praise, but this company saw a way to improve one of their most popular toys and took the time to do it right.
I was pretty psyched when I received the newish SmartBalls Teneo Duo for review from Goodvibes.com. I have some Ben Wa balls, but never got my hands on the original SmartBalls. Since the Duo is crafted from 100% medical grade silicone instead of Elastomer like the originals, I think it was well worth the wait!
So, the Duo is a set of Ben Wa type balls that are designed to strengthen the PC muscle. All you need to do is insert them and then go about your business. The vibration of the inner balls will cause your PC muscle to work to keep everything in place and you get a workout that will lead to better orgasms! It’s really simple and equally important to do your kegels – everyone with a vagina should make sure to exercise daily.
The Duo has an interesting texture that includes a finger groove that is meant to help insert the toy. I definitely recommend you use a water-based lube (they include a sample) for insertion as they are pretty big. Because they are made from silicone, you should not use a silicone-based lubricant because it could ruin them. Once inserted, as long as you’re moving, you’re exercising! I have gotten in the habit of using mine after work when I go through my daily cleaning routine.
The greatest thing for me is that they can be sterilized by wiping them down with a 10 percent bleach solution. While I’m not sharing them, I use them all the time and I love the fact that I can be sure of their cleanliness every time I use them. I’m especially thrilled that the retrieval cord is made from silicone because toys with nylon cords kind of gross me out.
I really like the Teneo Duo, although they may be a little much for beginners. If you’re worried about that, you should check out our review of the Teneo Uno, which is basically the same item but with only one ball.
Do something smart (and sexy!) for your body with Fun Factory Smartballs Teneo Duo!
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I hate shaving. I really cannot express how much I hate taking sharp implements to tender bits. In grown hairs are a plague, re-growing hairs are an itchy nuisance, then the decision – do I grow it back out or keep keeping it off because it’ll stop the itch? I’ve tried side stepping the whole shaving issue with waxes, but I get the same problems, in grown hairs, itchiness, for some reason I seem to be allergic to the wax, so I break out and it never seems to last a week. I moved onto epilating which works better than both shaving and waxing for me, but is about 20x’s slower to do and equally more painful (try tweezing the last few hairs inside your lips sometime – yeah my eyes well up just thinking about it).
So I’m always on the lookout for something to help me with my hair problems, always ready to jump on the next potential helpful product that promises to sooth or smooth quickly and painlessly (I’ve even tried sugaring – I don’t recommend it) and when I heard about Coochy Protection, I had to give it a shot. Thanks to my continued ill health (and the onset of winter laziness) I was sporting a rather thick coat of winter wool with little hope or likeliness of getting out the ol’ epilator any time soon, so I decided to put this soothing spritz to the ultimate test – shaving.
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I’m a bit of a lube snob at this point, but I’ve had a few friends tell me that I have to give Empowered Products Pink line a try. I decided to start with Pink Water – I’m a huge fan of water-based lube mostly because I have so many silicone toys.
The first thing that stood out for me is the cute and functional bottle. I love that the top locks so if you decide to take it on a trip, you’re decreasing the chances of opening up your suitcase and finding a mess. Of course, I haven’t traveled with mine yet, so I can’t speak from experience, but it seems pretty secure. The pump dispenser is also really handy because it dispenses a manageable amount of lube each time. In the heat of the moment, it’s easy to end up with a ridiculous amount of lube with a standard squeeze bottle.
The next thing I noticed was the long ingredient list and at first I was too excited about it. After further review, the list wasn’t quite as scary as I feared. I’m pleased to say that there isn’t any glycerin in Pink Water and they’ve also included ginseng, aloe vera and avena sativa, which work as moisturizers and add a little extra tingle! The only bad thing that really stood out is the inclusion of parabens, but they aren’t a huge red flag for me personally, like glycerin is.
When it comes to how this product performed, I have to say I was pretty impressed. It’s slick and really works well to enhance a woman’s natural lubrication. While I’ve never used a water-based lube that lasts as long as silicone, this one is right up there with the best water-based products. It’s also really affordable, so if you’re looking to save some money, you might want to give this one a shot.
My only real complaint is that I don’t like the taste. There’s a weird sweet taste that I’m guessing can be attributed to the aspartame. The good news is that after the initial flavor, there isn’t much of an aftertaste, but this definitely isn’t one I’d use for oral play.
While this product isn’t perfect (sadly, no lube is) I can recommend it because it performs well and is priced very reasonably. If you have issues with parabens, steer clear, but overall I think it’s a good product.
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If there is one kind of motorized sex toy I’ve been longing to try for a while, it’s an oscillating toy. Instead of the standard vibrations that most vibrators emit, oscillating toys actually move side to side rapidly to stimulate your bits. Oscillating movements are thought to feel more like the natural movements your fingers make when you manually masturbate (a phrase that always makes me think of stick shifts…). Basically, an oscillating toy feels like you are jerking off with super turbo fingers that move at lightning speed. Sounds awesome, right?
Because oscillating movement sounds like the best thing ever, I jumped at the chance to check out a decently priced oscillating toy, the Intimacy Massager. I’ll be honest, I’ve had my eye on the Eroscillator 2 plus for some time now, but the steep price tag has kept it at a distance. So, I figured that this lower cost oscillating buddy would give me a taste of those tasty oscillations without breaking the bank. But while the Intimacy Massager isn’t a bad toy, the cliché is true – you do get what you pay for.
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While some sex toys are purely for pleasure, there are others that are designed to both feel awesome on your most sensitive bits, as well do wonders for your health and physical wellness. One of these fabulous multi-tasking toys is the Kegel exercisers.
Originally created to work a woman’s pubococcygeus (or PC) muscle, which is otherwise known as the Kegel muscle, by being inserted into the vagina and gripped by the muscles, these toys just so happen to feel pretty amazing as well. Kegel exercisers come in a bunch of shapes, sizes, and weights. Two of the most popular options in muscle strengthening sex toys are the barbell exercisers and the ball exercisers. And one awesome option in ball exercisers is Fun Factory’s Smartballs.
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