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What this is: A central resource connecting you to everything we've written about sexual health, from hormones and libido to pain during sex, pelvic floor health, managing medication side effects,...

Quick answer: Water-based lubricant is safe with every sex toy material, silicone, glass, steel, ABS plastic, TPE, everything. Silicone-based lube is safe with glass, steel, and ABS plastic toys, but...

Quick answer: Water-based lube is the safest all-rounder, works with every toy and condom type, cleans up easily, but dries out faster. Silicone-based lasts significantly longer and works in water,...

Quick answer: Water-based lube is the most versatile, it's safe with all condom types and all sex toy materials, easy to clean up, and works for most situations. Silicone-based lube...

Quick answer: Replace a sex toy when the surface becomes sticky or tacky, when there are visible cracks or tears, when it develops a persistent odor that won't wash off,...

Quick answer: Body-safe sex toy materials are non-porous, meaning bacteria and fluids can't penetrate the surface. The safe list: medical-grade silicone, stainless steel (304 or 316), borosilicate glass, and ABS...

Quick answer: Clean your toys before and after every use with warm water and a mild soap (or a specialized toy cleaner). Store them individually in breathable pouches or bags,...

Quick answer: Pegging is when one partner anally penetrates another using a strap-on dildo. It's most commonly associated with a woman penetrating a man, but pegging applies to any combination...

Quick answer: Your first anal toy should be a small, smooth, tapered silicone plug with a flared base. Skip anything large, textured, rigid, or made from porous materials. A graduated...

Quick answer: Anal training means gradually introducing your body to anal stimulation over multiple sessions, starting with external touch, progressing to a well-lubed finger, then small toys, and eventually whatever...

Quick answer: Anal play includes any sexual activity involving the anus and surrounding area, from external touch and massage to penetration with fingers, toys, or a partner. Done right, it...

Quick answer: Long-distance sex toys are app-controlled vibrators (and sometimes strokers) that let a partner anywhere in the world control your vibration patterns in real time, usually through Bluetooth-to-WiFi via...