Glass Toys 101: How to Choose and Use Them | Sex

If there’s one sex toy material you haven’t explored yet, chances are it’s glass. But while it’s true that the prospect of inserting a toy made from the same breakable material as your windows can be downright scary, take comfort in knowing that glass sex toys are made from the world’s least breakable type of glass. From butt plugs to dildos, vibrators to anal beads, glass sex toys are designed by professionals who always have safety (and pleasure) in mind.

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Glass Sex Toy Safety

Unlike the pint glass you drank your beer out of last night, your mirror, or your aunt’s punch bowl, quality glass sex toys are made from a toughened material called borosilicate glass or “pyrex” glass. This material will take a serious beating before it shatters on you. And even if it does (which is highly unlikely), it won’t shatter or break into tiny pieces like other glassware. Your beautiful glass sex toys are built to last and will outlast any plastic alternative. That said, if you do drop your glass toy with any real force or from a great height onto a hard surface like concrete or metal, the safest thing to do is throw it away in case its integrity has been broken, right?

Bonus: Glass toys are free of latex, phthalates, and chemicals, and are hypoallergenic, so they’re perfect for all sensitive types!

How to choose them

Today’s question is: If you’re new to glass sex toys, which type should you try? There’s obviously no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as it all comes down to personal preference. That said, since knowledge is the power of pleasure, it can be helpful to know a little bit about what you’re looking at before making a choice.

First of all, no matter what style and model you choose, always make sure that it is made of 100% borosilicate glass that we talked about and not cheap glass. You definitely don’t want that.

Size: If your first dildo is a glass dildo, or you’re on the smaller side in the pump area, you’ll probably want to go for one with a shaft that’s about 1 inch wide. On the other hand, if you’re a seasoned dildo veteran, have more space to fill, or just like the feeling of being “stretched,” you’ll want to go for a dildo that’s 1.4 to 1.5 inches wide.

Shape: Smooth, straight dildos and wands are primarily used to stimulate the clitoris and to greedily probe in and around your pussy. Then you have G-spot stimulators, which are curved to facilitate G-spot massage. Perhaps the most adventurous of all (although it’s all relative) are twisters, which are essentially shaped like beautiful spirals meant to be used in a circular twisting motion when inserted (or partially inserted).

Texture: If your glass toy has ribs, knobs, beads, ridges, or bumps, it will probably feel great against your vaginal walls. If you like ridged condoms, this may be a sign that more textured glass toys are for you, and their clever textures will help intensify your orgasm!

How to use them

No lubrication limitation: As with other sex toys, glass toys can be used with or without lube (unless you’re into anal sex, in which case always use lube). But unlike other toys, which have limitations on which lubricants are best or worst for your toy, you can use any lube you like with a glass toy without worrying about damage. Since they’re slicker than latex, rubber, or silicone, they already cause much less friction, so a little lube will do the trick. This can make glass especially delicious in the realm of butt plugs or anal dildos, just saying.

Remember the rigidity: To state the obvious, glass toys are firm and hard, which pleases some more than others. Make sure you are aroused before inserting a glass toy. Once inserted, try rotating it. Especially if you have a textured glass dildo or a twister, the different surfaces will feel amazing and stimulate areas you didn’t even know you had. You can also try rocking the toy back and forth. Experiment lovingly.

Hot and fresh: Some glass enthusiasts like to experiment with thermostat. Perhaps the most unique feature of a glass toy is that it can be heated in hot water or chilled in your freezer for a variety of different experiences. Changing the temperature of your glass toy can both intensify sensations and even intensify orgasms, and alternating between hot and cold can intensify things even more. Of course, before using a chilled or warmed toy, always check your forearm temperature to see if you are comfortable!

Multi-purpose massagers: Glass toys are not only divine to use and beautiful to look at (since they are all works of art), but they are also versatile. Glass dildos, especially those with nubs or ridges, can also be used to massage a sore neck or shoulders very effectively. Up the ante by adding massage oil! You can also use your toy to tease your partner by rolling it over their body or rubbing it on their clitoris or penis shaft.

So easy to clean: Glass is non-porous and therefore does not harbor any nasty bacteria. This simple fact makes glass the easiest sex toy material to clean. You can wash it with unscented soap and hot water, boil it, wash it in the dishwasher, or spray it with rubbing alcohol and wipe it down with water before storing it away for next time.

Bottom line: Not everyone will like glass toys, but if you’re curious and want to try one of these clever glass sculptures, know this: there’s nothing more erotic than inserting a work of art inside yourself… and fucking it. Just saying. Enjoy the exploration, girls.