Some people choose a vibrator by simply buying the model that is the most popular. Some woman select the most, or the least, expensive model. Other women have been known to buy the first vibrator that they see, or maybe the one they are most familiar with. Although each of these methods can help you successfully choose a great vibrator, knowing all of your options, is the best path to satisfaction. 

Battery vibrators are great for a no-commitment thrill and are quite inexpensive. If the vibration, material or shape is not quite right you can always try another kind. They come in a wide variety of sizes and shapes. This variety, allow for a bit of experimentation on your part as they can provide for both external and internal penetration on the clitoris or shaft of the penis, for example. They don't require electricity, and are usually compact and discreet enough to take anywhere. What are some of the pit falls of battery operated vibes? They tend to have a fairly short lifespan, are not terribly well-made. Their vibrations are often not as strong as the vibrations of the electric models. 

Electric vibrators are more expensive, and also have a much longer lifespan. Many customers report that their electric vibes have outlasted their jobs and relationships! The vibrations are also more intense, and more reliable than their battery counterparts. Wand vibrators, such as the Hitachi Magic Wand, provide very strong, but more diffuse, vibrations, while coil-operated vibrators provide more focused stimulation. The electric vibes are great for providing external stimulation, and several models even have attachments which will adapt the vibrator for penetration. If you live outside the U.S., we have adapters and converters available to make your vibrator hum in any country. 

Can I get addicted to vibrator use?

There's no physiological basis for an addiction to any form of sexual stimulation. It is often true however; that many of us become habituated to whatever stimulation reliably produces orgasms. Some of us prefer sex in a specific position, with a specific fantasy, or sex with a specific partner. It is also possible to become habituated to sex with a vibrator. There's nothing wrong with that--what's wrong are the people or the voices inside our head saying we "should" have orgasms a certain way; therefore we "should" wean ourselves from our vibrators. If you enjoy your vibrator...”don't stop”... keep on buzzing! 

What is the difference between a dildo and a vibrator?

Dildos and vibrators are very often confused. In most stores and catalogs, we call toys that vibrate "vibrators" and non-vibrating toys used for insertion "dildos." Dildos are especially designed for either vaginal or anal insertion. They do not vibrate, in fact, they don't move at all unless you move them. What they do is to simply fill the vagina or rectum. Many people find the sensation of fullness to be highly pleasurable. Dildos come in many sizes, shapes, colors and materials. Some bear a resemblance in size and texture to an actual penis, while others are not as representational. 

The Care of Toys

DO'S! Vibrators can easily be cleaned with a damp cloth. Plastic anal toys may be sterilized using equal parts of bleach and warm water. Remove batteries from your vibrator when they are not in use. Batteries can leak and ruin your toy! If there is a piece of paper inside your battery compartment showing you which way to insert the batteries, LEAVE THE PAPER INSIDE THE VIBE... it is very often necessary for grounding. 

Do NOT submerge your battery or electric vibrator in water! NEVER 

DON'TS! Do NOT use a toy cleaner containing nonoxynol-9 unless you know that you are not allergic to this spermicide! Do NOT leave the batteries inside a vibrator for extended time periods. Batteries can leak and ruin your vibe. Do NOT pull or tug on the wires coming out of a vibrator or speed controller. Do NOT use a silicone lubricant on a toy also made of silicone, because it will damage your toy. For your information, you won't find silicone lubricants on this web site because they have NOT been approved in the United States by the FDA as being safe for internal use.  

Why Only Water-Based Lubes?

All lotions, potions and lubricants that are to be used inside the vagina or with latex products should all be water-based. Oil or petroleum based products should NOT be used for two good reasons: Oil/petroleum destroys latex (condoms, diaphragms, etc). Oil/petroleum causes yeast infections and other bacterial problems in the vagina.  

WHAT IS NONOXYNOL-9?

Nonoxynol-9 is a common spermicide. It is often used to lubricate condoms and is in spermicidal creams and jellies. Nonoxynol-9 is said (but by no means proven) to kill HIV if it is used in sufficient quantities. You will find Nonoxynol-9 in some of the products that we sell (these are clearly indicated). Some people are sensitive to Nonoxynol-9. If at any time you develop any irritation, stop using the product. Do NOT rely on lubricants containing Nonoxynol-9 to prevent either pregnancy or HIV! REGARDING ANAL SEX: PID ALERT!!!! Nothing that goes into the anal area should ever be inserted into the vaginal area until it has first been thoroughly washed. The reason for this is simple. The normal and healthy bacteria that is present in the anal area is not compatible with the normal and healthy bacteria in the vagina. Mixing the two can cause PID (pelvic inflammatory disease) which can be quite nasty and uncomfortable. 

WHY WE DO NOT SELL THE NEW SILICONE LUBRICANTS:

You may have heard of the all new silicone lubricating gels that have recently hit the market in the United States. Eros is one, Wet Platinum is another and there are a number of other brands coming out. WARNING! These lubricants are not yet FDA approved. The laboratory may be FDA approved but the product is not. These lubricants may be safe when used on external skin but to date, there is no evidence as to their safety for internal use. If you decide to try these products, do NOT use them with silicone dongs or other silicone items. They are very difficult to remove from these items and will ruin the finish on the silicone toy! 

The G Spot!

While much has been written on this mysterious area of a woman's anatomy, (including entire books on the subject) some basic information can easily be answered. The G spot is an area of spongy tissue approximately an inch and a half inside and toward the front (stomach) of a women's vagina. When sexually stimulated, the tissue swells causing a variety of reactions/sensations in women. Some women can have orgasms from g-spot stimulation alone. Other woman, require direct clitoral stimulation as well. Some women actually ejaculate a fluid during a g-spot orgasm. Many women report that g-spot stimulation produces a sensation similar to the desire to urinate. As a result, they become afraid to continue the stimulation. It is often helpful to empty the bladder beforehand to remove fears of making a mess! There are a number of toys in our catalog designed to produce intense g-spot sensations. We also recommend the Sex Positions book for its extremely informative chapter on finding and enjoying the g-spot.