Why Buy Silicone Sex Toys?

Five Reasons to Invest in a Quality Silicone Sex Toy

Last month we talked about The NobEssence of Wood—artistic dildos and butt plugs handcrafted of exotic hardwooods. The gorgeous and functional objets d’art are thoughtfully designed to hit all the right spots, be they prostate or G-Spot.

This month the focus is on silicone, and here's why:

1. Silicone feels great and looks fantastic
Few other materials offer you such a wide variety of colors or textures to choose from. A few outstanding examples:

Your dream date might be the sculptured purple-marble double dildo called the Nexus. This brilliantly designed dildo really works with the female anatomy! Made to be worn in a dildo harness (it works great with the Buzz Me Tender One-Strap), this silicone double dildo has received rave reviews for its thoughtful design, secure fit, and ability to satisfy.

Get Randy, finally!! A hugely wide toy that is not also impossibly long. All the girth queens (and you know who you are) may at long last be satisfied. Styled somewhat realistically, but with a roundness of line that is nothing but friendly, Randy is sure to bring a smile.

The Ripple Plug’s graduated “beads” offer unique stimulation during anal play. Crafted of soft lavender silicone with a shiny metallic sheen, the waves cascading down the shaft start small and gradually widen, allowing you to slowly accustom to the sensation.

The Heartbreaker Vibe teases clits with its adjustable vibration and subtle ridges. Quality silicone meets reliability in this sweetheart of a sex toy by Fun Factory. Pliable, brightly-colored silicone is etched with subtle ridges, which add to the smooth sensations of in-and-out play. The clit-pleasing tip of the Heartbreaker, quiet hum, and variable speeds will warm more than your heart.

2. Silicone cleans up in a snap
Durable and non-porous, silicone can be boiled for five to ten minutes or placed on the top rack of your dishwasher (as long as there isn’t a vibrating unit inside). However, a sudsy soap and water bath will do the trick, too.

3. Silicone is body-friendly
For those with environmental allergies, silicone is a hypoallergenic, medical-grade material that is safe for anyone who is concerned about having a reaction to rubber, vinyl, or latex. If you want to share your toy (or use it with multiple partners), just sterilize between each frolic and (or, buy two!)

4. Silicone warms up quickly and transmits vibrations well
An excellent conductor, silicone warms to body temperature and retains heat. Plus it transmits vibrations well, so the clitoris, G-spot and prostate get extra buzz courtesy of toys like:

The rechargeable, curvaceous Delight, a beautifully-sculpted vibrator. Designed to please the body as well as the eyes, the Delight practically guides itself to your favorite pleasure points, surrounding your G-spot or clitoris with powerful sensations. The Delight recharges easily while sitting in its carrying case, and is available in three gorgeous colors. The Delight also features 32 different vibration options, plus an ultra-ergonomic handle and is water-resistant

The Vibrating Mistress is a great dildo for beginning anal and G-spot play. The updated version of our popular Mistress dildo is sculpted from sleek silicone, and comes with a tiny Sterling Vibe to set things abuzz.

The wildly popular Gee Whiz attachment for the Hitachi Magic Wand turns your "Cadillac of vibrators," the Hitachi Magic Wand, into the ultimate ride on the vibrator highway. With an elegant G-spot-pleasing design, this gorgeously crafted silicone attachment fits snugly on the head of a wand vibrator and offers a contoured bump for clitoral stimulation as well as a deliciously pliable shaft for vaginal or anal penetration.

5. Silicone is hand-crafted by small vendors
Because of the rigorous production standards, most silicone is hand-crafted by smaller vendors rather than mass-produced in some factory in China. As a result, silicone toys are often higher in price than rubber or plastic; but your money is well worth the investment in terms of quality and longevity.

Consumer’s Guide to Different Types of Silicone
While all silicone toys are pliable, they can vary a great deal in terms of their density, with some being much firmer than others. Here’s a quick cheat sheet to the best silicone brands:

Vixen Creations
Dildos of size and substance, pliant texture, and stunning colors, Vixen Creations also pioneered a newer evolution of silicone called VixSkin, which is a lifelike-feeling silicone. Vixen's silicone has earned a loyal following among customers and their products come with a lifetime guarantee. Bestsellers include:

• Gee Whiz and Hitachi Combo
• Nexus Double dildo
• Bandit Vixskin dildo

Fun Factory
Bold colors and whimsical designs, these silicone vibrators feature a silky soft texture and ergonomic construction. Bestsellers include:

• Delight vibrator
• Laya Spot vibrator
• Curve dildo

Tantus Dildos
These dildos and anal toys come in a luscious array of colors and sizes. Tantus's silicone runs to the firm side, and the styles tend to be slimmer, more streamlined, and less expensive than some of the other silicone toys. Bestsellers include:

• Silk dildos
• Protouch prostate toy
• Little Flirt plug

Notable newcomers
The luxury vibrators feature silicone “skins” so they retain all the hygienic benefits of silicone packaged in sleek and powerful new vibrators. For example:

Form 6 is an elegant, upscale rechargeable vibe that delivers style, versatility, and utter satisfaction—just what we’ve come to expect from the JimmyJane line of couture toys. Six vibration modes, six speeds, and five intensity levels hum through both ends of the seamless, contoured body—use the illuminated push-button controls to switch from a velvety purr to a deep pulse. So versatile, you’ll want to take it everywhere. And you can: it’s water-resistant, features a button-lock for travel, and recharges easily.

Just like a real partner, SaSi vibrator is capable of giving a different experience every time, and like a good partner, it will learn and remember the movements you like best. A smooth, rounded massage head undulates under a thin, silky cover, creating a soft kneading sensation that can be completely customized by adjusting movement type, speed, and vibration. SaSi is loaded with "Sensual Intelligence" which enables you to program the vibrator’s motions. Tailoring an experience just for you, it learns what you like and what you don’t like and remembers it for future enjoyment. Plus, the SaSi is a comfortable, portable size; made of water-resistant silicone, and rechargeable.

Care and Cleaning of Silicone
A few notes on giving your silicone tender loving care:

Please don’t use silicone lube (like Eros) with your silicone toy. Silicone lube sometimes will break down your toy, rendering it gummy. If you cannot live without your silicone lube, we recommend doing a spot test at the base of the toy, or covering it with a non-lubricated condom (like Colored Trustex).

The Jollie can be safely used with silicone lube. A former medical industry designer sculpted the bulging shaft for optimal G-spot or prostate stimulation with minimal effort—and the ridges on the easy-grip handle target the clit or perineum with every slide in and out. Each Jollie dildo has been lovingly hand-crafted from hypoallergenic platinum silicone which is compatible with silicone lube.

Forcing a silicone dildo into a too-small ring can cause breakage at the base, so it is important to use proper sizing when harnessing your toy. Pick up the 4-Ring Pack to give yourself some size options.

Also recommended:

• Silicone dildos
• Silicone anal toys

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