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These anal accessories come in all shapes, sizes and styles, including silicone, rubber, glass, metal and the vibrating variety. You can even transform your butt with a swishing if that’s your thing. So, shop around until you find the plug that, uh, fits.
Butt plugs can be great for – if you enjoy that double- feeling – and solo play if you’re simply in the mood. Or maybe you’re considering progressing to a real-life ? If so, a well-chosen butt plug can be a great introduction to anal play for beginners.
When you’ve been in the anal game for a while, you might want to graduate to something large and in charge, like this remote-controlled butt plug from Bellesa.
A butt plug is an anal sex toy designed to be inserted into the anus and remain in place. Butt plugs are typically tapered for easier insertion and have a wider base that helps prevent the toy from being inserted too far.
While butt plugs might seem intimidating if you’ve never used one before, sex experts stress that with proper preparation, a little bit of patience, and a lot of , these can be a pleasurable addition to your sex life. “Start slow and small and use plenty of lube,” says Liz Goldwyn, founder of the sexual health education website and podcast . “The anal area has a high concentration of nerve endings that are stimulated by even the smallest butt plug.” Prepping mentally for anal exploration is highly encouraged by , a sexuality doula and author of . They recommend taking time to connect with yourself through things like self-massage, breathwork, and setting the mood with music. “Anal plugs are fantastic for adding more sensation to masturbation and a good ingredient to add when seeking a blended orgasm,” says Good Vibes sexologist Dr. Carol Queen, who like Whitney suggests exploring and learning your limits solo before bringing in a partner.
