Dildos 101

Dildos have been popular sex toys since the first Paleolithic experiments with phallic shaped vegetables. In its most recognizable form, the dildo is an artificial phallus, typically made of silicone rubber, and used for vaginal or anal penetration. While the basic dildo is a fine implement for sensual gratification, there are many other varieties available offering shapes and special features that can greatly enhance your experiences with dildo play.

G-spot dildos resemble traditional dildos in most respects, but are curved to reach the G-spot of the dildo’s user. The G-spot’s location within the vaginal wall can make it difficult to reach manually, so some women prefer using a G-spot dildo to extend their reach and to precisely target their G-spots. Whether used in solo dildo play or with a partner, the G-spot dildo can take G-spot stimulation to a new level. P-spot dildos have a similar curve; in this case, the P-spot dildo’s design facilitates reaching and stimulating the P-spot, and P-spot dildos tend to be more slender than traditional dildos, to be more comfortable during anal insertion.

Double-headed dildos are popular among couples, as the length of the dildo combined with the heads on each end of the dildo’s shaft enable simultaneous dildo stimulation for both partners. Many double-headed dildos have a length and flexibility that makes them suitable for double penetration on a single user as well, adding a new dimension to masturbatory dildo fun with its simultaneous vaginal and anal stimulation.

For hands-free dildo fun, strap on dildos provide new possibilities for penetration without the need for manually maneuvering the dildo. With a traditional strap-on dildo that fits against the crotch, the wearer should ensure that the straps are made of a comfortable material that won’t chafe and that the dildo’s position is snug and firm. These dildos are perfect for lesbian dildo play and role-playing activities, plus there are many varieties of strap-on dildos that can be affixed to more than one location. Chin strap-on dildos allow the wearer to engage in cunnilingus and penetration at the same time – it may take a bit of practice to get the rhythm down, but the dividends in sensual pleasure make achieving mastery of the dildo well worth it. Likewise, dildos strapped to the thigh or the elbow offer new possibilities for vaginal and anal sex play while allowing the wearer to engage in concurrent stimulation of their partner.

For those who enjoy dildo play in the bath or shower, suction dildos are the right toy to have on hand. The dildo’s base is specifically designed to attach firmly to a moist surface, so the user can enjoy hands-free dildo stimulation and not have to worry about dropping a wet dildo and fumbling for it in the shower. Just pick the right spot for your dildo, attach it, and voila! You’re good to go for dildo play while you get clean and refreshed for the day ahead.

Anal dildos, or butt plugs, are smaller than traditional dildos and are flared at the end so that the dildo can’t become lodged inside, unable to be withdrawn. They’re just the thing for anal fun, but make sure that you use plenty of lube with anal dildos, as the rectal tissue doesn’t generate any natural lubricant of its own.

All of these dildos are readily available from sex toy shops and there’s a dildo tailor-made to cater to your sensual palette. So set your imagination free, choose a dildo that’s right for your favorite fantasy, and have fun with your dildo experimentation.