Sex Toys

With an ever-increasing number of people discovering the pleasure that double-ended dildos can bring to the table (or indeed bed), they are no longer just the toy that makes an obligatory appearance in lesbian porn films. But why exactly do people use double-ended dildos? Let our experts explain all.

Did you know that an estimated 70-80% of women require clitoral stimulation to experience an orgasm? That's massive.

Whether it’s a super powerful clitoral vibe you need when others have failed to bring you to climax, or something to help you achieve orgasm during sex with your partner, Lovehoney is on hand to help you select the best clitoral stimulator for you.

Check out 10 of our top 100 clit vibes, and don't forget to add a female orgasm booster to your basket too, to aid arousal and increase your clitoral sensitivity.

Sex toys are safe for bodily use, but they can be quite reactive when put next to alike or opposing materials. It is vital to be careful when storing your sex toys. If you mix your sex toys (particularly silicone, rubber, latex, realistic feel and jelly sex toys) you may soon discover that they start to look melted or slightly misshapen.

We can't overstate how important it is that you store your sex toys separately if you don't want a nasty surprise the next time you reach for your favourite toy.

What is Rimming?

Analingus or rimming is simply using your mouth, tongue, lips and sometimes teeth to stimulate your partner's anus and (in the case of a male recipient) his testicles. As the anus has so many sensitive nerve-endings, it can be incredibly pleasurable for both men and women. Lots of couples enjoy rimming during foreplay, or as a sexy accompaniment to oral sex.

Rimming is sometimes referred to as 'playing the rusty trombone', which is when the person who is giving the oral attention also reaches around to the penis and makes rapid stroking movements up and down the shaft. The mouth-to-bottom coupled with arm actions resembles someone playing a brass instrument.

The Rimming Butt Plug

Lovehoney has created the Desire Rimming Butt Plug to exactly mimic the sensation of rimming. It's remote controlled and USB rechargeable, too.

Rated 4.5 starts in reviews, Lovehoney customers had this to say about the Desire Rimming Butt Plug:

"It happily stays in position during foreplay and sex, giving that wonderfully full feeling, while the rimming action stimulates the sensitive nerve endings around the opening."

"I loved the feel of the rimming... It has lovely vibes, good for plug beginners and feels like it's good quality."

"Perfect plug for everyone, beautiful design and intense experience."

Most strap-on harness kits have either a hole or an O-ring that you slot the dildo into, and usually come with at least one dildo to start you off. Once you discover the joys of strap-on sex though, you'll be hungry to try dildos in new shapes and sizes - or may be be ready to go bigger.

These are customer favourite harness-compatible dildos:

This guide will give you all the information you need to choose the right dildo to fit your strap-on. And remember, with our generous returns policy you can always check your dildo in your harness at home and if it doesn't fit, just send it back.

Sex dolls are designed to closely match the shape and feel of a real person, making masturbation about as close to sexual intercourse as you can get.

This guide will show you how to instantly upgrade your experience by transforming your love doll with a few simple hacks.

According to condom pioneers Durex, the message is simple: condoms are the only form of protection that can help stop the transmission of STIs and prevent pregnancy. And we happen to agree with them.

In this day and age, with so many different colours, textures and varieties of condoms available, there is no excuse for not protecting yourself and your lover from infection and unplanned pregnancy.

This guide will explain exactly why condoms are so important, how to use them and how to choose the right style of condom to suit your needs.

When used correctly, condoms can protect against pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections - but it's essential that you know how to apply and remove them properly.

Condoms offer essential protection in casual relationships, for both partners. Read our guide How to Choose a Condom to learn the difference between different types of condoms.

Lovehoney customer favourites:

Once you've chosen the right condoms for you and your partner, it's time to learn how to use them effectively. This guide explains everything you need to know about putting on, using and removing a condom.