What better way to bring some Christmas cheer to the bedroom than with some playful tools? MAXIM Sexpert, VANESSA DE LARGIE, rates and, where possible, road tests her top 10 devices for her and his sexual pleasure…
Throughout the pandemic, online sex toy sales grew by a whopping 30 percent as men and women around the world turned to solo sex activties. If COVID-19 has turned individuals to self-love in a time of uncertainty and fear, it can’t be a bad thing. There are so many benefits to using sex toys, including boosted immunity, reduced stress and improved sleep. The toys specifically made for men, can help with premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction and post-surgical issues. For women, sex toys can help them achieve orgasm, cure a low libido and increase self-esteem. It is my absolute pleasure to recommend 10 amazing sex toys every woman and man (turn the next page) needs to own.
INSPECT HER GADGETS
Sex toys are great gifts for women. They can be given on birthdays, Valentine’s Day or at Christmas. Before purchasing a toy for her, be sure to ask questions. Does she prefer g-spot orgasms or clitoral orgasms? Does she prefer dildos or vibrators? Much like fashion, different women have different tastes, one sex-toy does not fit all.
TEATIAMO CLASSIC BIRCH DILDO
The Teatiamo luxury dildo is where sex meets art. These wooden masterpieces are made in the Arctic Circle and are exquisite in every way. My absolute favourite in the Teatiamo range is their 9.8-inch Classic Birch Dildo. This toy is created from Finnish birch and was designed in Rovaniemi, Finland. If your girl is looking for a sizeable dildo that feels smooth internally, this is the toy for her.
PROS
● Aesthetically beautiful
● It’s HUGE!
● Perfect for a prized sex-toy collection
● Could be displayed as a piece of art
● Comes in a beautiful box with a satin lining
● Can be used with silicone, water and oil based lubes
● Easy to care for – just wash with water
CONS
● There is no travel bag included with this dildo
PRICE: $317
WEBSITE: teatiamo.com
LE WAND – CRYSTAL WAND ROSE QUARTZ PLEASURE TOOL
If your female partner is into spirituality and self-healing, then you must read on. The Rose Quartz Pleasure Tool (aka the Crystal Wand) is the prettiest and most sensual addition to my sex-toy collection. Crystal healing dates all the way back to the ancient Egyptians and rose quartz is a stone of healing and love. This precious tool can alleviate tension and pain and I’ve personally used it to heal sexual trauma. Although little scientific evidence exists on the healing benefits of crystals, their popularity — particularly with celebrities — continues to rise. According to Bloomberg, “the market for crystals is outshining diamonds in the COVID era”. If you purchase one crystal gift this year make sure it is this one. She will treasure it forever.
PROS
● Such a sensual toy and feels so pleasurable internally
● The toy is 100% natural rose quartz (also available in black obsidian)
● Includes a soft pouch for storage
● Can be washed with soap and water
● The Le Wand Pleasure tool comes with a beautiful book called The Guide To Crystal Pleasure Tools
CONS
● Crystal toys are fragile and need to be handled with care. I wouldn’t say this a “con”, but if you’re a person who is heavy-handed, this sex toy may not be the right one for you
PRICE: $120
WEBSITE: lewandmassager.com
SWEET VIBES GIRL’S BEST FRIEND
There is so much to LOVE about this brand. The Girl’s Best Friend is a two-in-one sex toy with a traditional vibrator at one end and a clitoral suction stimulator at the other. As a clitoral suction stimulator, it’s hands down the best I’ve ever used. The orgasms I’ve managed to have with the GBF are out of this world and the toy accommodates a shy clitoris. Sweet Vibes’ wide range of sex toys sell for under fifty bucks USD. Sweet Vibes believes every person (no matter what their socioeconomic status deserves to have orgasms and I couldn’t agree more. Seriously, the suction-clit-stim part of this toy is incredible. Buy it for her now!
PROS
● Hot Pink
● Forever Warranty
● Made of medical grade silicone
● Causes serious full-body orgasms
● The price
● Great storage bag
● USB rechargeable
CONS
● This toy is only water resistant. It would be better if it was 100% waterproof.
PRICE: $60
WEBSITE: sweetvibes.toys
SHARE SATISFACTION SUTRA
If you’re looking to buy her a sex toy which could possibly help her squirt (as in female ejaculation) then this is the toy to purchase. The Sutra is a dual stimulation device with a g-spot vibrator and a clitoral suction stimulator. The toy comes in a beautiful 1950s clamshell case and can be used hands-free, which is perfect in the bath with a glass of wine.
PROS
● Can assist women with experiencing female ejaculation
● Oh-my-god-the-neighbours-might-hear-me blended orgasms
● 100% waterproof — great for the bath, shower or hot tub
● 10 vibration patterns and five suction modes
● 1950s clamshell storage case – great for sex-toy collectors!
CONS
● The Sutra takes time to learn how to use. Some women may prefer more simplistic toys for their pleasure.
PRICE: $134
WEBSITE: The best place to purchase the Sutra, and others in the Share Satisfaction range, is from adulttoymegastore.com.au
ZALO KYRO
Wanna know a little secret? I have never been a fan of wand vibrators until the KYRO arrived in my life. I have a sensitive clit that needs seducing and wand vibrators have always felt too harsh for me. But the Kyro sports such stylish and artistic packaging and it lured me. It’s an elegant toy that makes me orgasm quickly and women who have a penchant for wand vibrators will definitely love adding this bold addition to their collection.
PROS
● The most beautiful packaging ever
● Ancient Egyptian theme – part of Zalo’s LEGEND series
● Pleasurable silicone accessories for breast and g-spot stimulation
● Ultra quiet
● Single charge equals an hour’s worth of fun
● Looks and feels luxurious
● Perfect storage bag
● Body safe silicone
● Easy to use
● Comes in Turquoise green and black
CONS
● Much like chocolate, alcohol, coffee and maybe heroin, the Kyro is addictive
PRICE: $180
WEBSITE: zalousa.com
HAND SOLO BLASTERS
Male sex toys and accessories have never been so popular and there is such an abundance of products on the market to choose from. There are cock rings, Fleshlights, masturbators and beads. There are toys for solo play and for couples. Here’s my choice of sex toys every man needs to own.
FLESHLIGHT GO STAMINA TRAINING UNIT (LADY)
The Fleshlight Stamina Training Unit is the bestselling male sex toy in the world and the reason it’s so famous is because of its patented superskin material that is the closest you’re going to get to the real thing. Much like its full-size counterpart, this leading sex toy was created to replicate the sensations of good sex. It’s a great sexual training device for men who want to be better in bed. It can train you to last longer in the sack, have more explosive orgasms and increase sexual stamina. If you want to be the BEST she’s ever had, I suggest you start training today with the Fleshlight Go!
PROS
● #1 male sex toy in the world
● Lady orifice
● Portable and compact
● Made from body-safe, non-toxic material
● Patented superskin — so close to the real thing
● Discreet gold case – great for travel
● Strong suction
● Easy to clean and store
● 100% waterproof
CONS
● The cons? There are no cons
PRICE: $84
WEBSITE: au.fleshlight.com
LELO F1S V2
Looking for a thrill? The F1S V2 delivers one. This penis sleeve by LELO is slick, elegant and beautifully designed. It’s equipped with Sensonic Technology which will make you experience the most explosive orgasms of your life. Discharging sonic waves, this sleeve has the power to penetrate your penis on a whole new level.
PROS
● Flexible sleeve for all shapes and sizes
● Comes with an app (compatible with iOS and Android)
● Sensonic Technology
● Two motors
● Four customisable programs
● Double the power
● Open-interface performance console
● 100% waterproof
CONS
● Is noisy when you remove from penis
PRICE: $413
WEBSITE: lelo.com
FLESHLIGHT QUICKSHOT STAMINA TRAINING UNIT LADY & BUTT
The Quickshot (Lady & Butt) Stamina Training Unit combines two of Fleshlight’s most popular products transforming it into, what the brand describes, as an “open-ended stroker”. The compact sex toy unit replicates the incredible sensations of anal sex and vaginal sex in one toy. This training unit will turn you into a beast in the bedroom by teaching you how to delay ejaculation, increase stamina and have the most toe-curling orgasms.
PROS
● Anal and vaginal orifice in one toy
● I love the discreet and small gold case this toy comes in (pun intended)
● Small and lightweight, could fit in a coat pocket or small bag
● Great to travel with and easy to store
● Patented superskin material, so soft and flexible
● Easy to clean
● Lube sample included
● Great packaging
CONS
● Can get a little messy but in a fun kinda way
PRICE: $52
WEBSITE: au.fleshlight.com
VIBEASE ONYX COCK RING
The Onyx cock ring is part of the Vibease Jewel Collection and helps blokes maintain a stronger erection. What is great about this toy is it also doubles as a clitoral stimulator, which can be a fun addition to bring into the bedroom and surprise her with extra pleasure. The Onyx comes in simple packaging with a reasonable price tag. It’s ring-shape design makes this toy very discreet.
PROS
● Seven vibration patterns and intensities
● 100% waterproof
● USB rechargeable – up to three hours of play
● Can be used during fellatio, cunnilingus, vaginal sex, masturbation and more
● Made of body-safe silicone
CONS
● For clitoral stimulation the Onyx is quite buzzy. Most women prefer rumbly vibrations
PRICE: $58
WEBSITE: vibease.com
LOVEHONEY WARMING PULSATING BLOWMOTION MALE MASTURBATOR
The pulsations of the Blowmotion Masturbator are mechanised by magnets. With 12 programs, including six vibration modes and six pulsation functions, this male sex toy is going to bring you to orgasm FAST. The design is smooth and the toy has an automatic warming feature which makes the sensations on your penis feel genuine.
PROS
● Phthalate-free material
● Internal length of 3.5 inches
● Easy to clean
● Rechargeable with an hour run time
● Travel lock
CONS
● The name – Blowmotion sounds kinda cheesy and creepy, right?
PRICE: $150
WEBSITE: lovehoney.com.au/sex-toys
There have been some AMAZING sex toys launch for men and women over the last couple of years. And considering that we are still living in pandemic times, never has there been a better time to indulge in sexual pleasure for our health and our sanity. To all the his and hers out there, I wish you a sexy New Year and lots of orgasms throughout 2022. ■
Vanessa de Largie is an Australian actress, sex columnist and freelance journalist
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