Strictly speaking, the term ‘anal play’ means any kind of sexual activity which uses the rectum, bum or anus whilst anal intercourse is more particularly concerning anal intercourse or penetration. Although anything regarding the rear end with respect to sex can still be viewed as an off limits area, anal play is on the increase not only among the gay society but additionally between heterosexual men and women.

For anyone who is inquisitive about any element of anal play or anal lovemaking and you want to pursue it more deeply it is vital to initially discuss it with your significant other and make certain that they view it the same. If your loved one is forced into it whilst not being entirely at ease then it will almost certainly wind up being a chore for the both of you. In order to reduce any stress and anxiety you might be sensing there are a number of aspects to consider before embarking on any sort of anal play.

Types of Anal Play

It could be a good idea to investigate different avenues connected with anal play before you decide to rush right in with anal sex. Different kinds of non-penetrating anal practises for example include touching the anus using fingertips as well as other areas of the body and licking the anus (known commonly as rimming). You may also elect to enter the rectum by using butt plugs or fingers, bearing in mind to initially gently pull apart the buttocks in order to stretch out the anal entrance for much easier penetration.

Anal Pleasure

Where specifically are the pleasure areas? The largest concentration of nerve endings in the human body (surpassing the quantity located in the vagina or the penis) happens to be within the entrance of the anus causing this to be one of the crucial elements to discover more about. The internal wall of the anus also responds well to any form of force placed on it. It’s in here that the male prostate gland and the tip of the female interior clitoral body can be aroused.

Relax

Are you ready for anal love-making? As with any kind of intercourse, it’s important to try and stay as laid back as you possibly can. The more stressed you are, the much less stimulating the intercourse is going to be. If it is feeling good then keep going however, if it’s bringing about discomfort there’s a chance you’re doing something incorrectly. Do not force the issue. Take a couple of deep breaths, try to remain calm and begin once more. Speaking in general terms, the more calm that you are, the greater your personal experience will undoubtedly be.

Stay Safe and Lubricate

It’s extremely important to remember that unlike the vagina, the rectum doesn’t formulate any of its own naturally occurring lubrication which makes anal lubes a definite must-have to help avoid otherwise uncomfortable and painful anal love-making. Also, the inner lining of the anus may become damaged very easily. To avoid any damage from happening, fingernails should be kept short and totally free of any kind of sharp ends – rounding them off using a nail file is definitely a good option. With respect to anal toys, employing anal plugs or anal vibes that come with flared bases will prohibit the sex toys from going up too far in the event your grip is lost. In addition, if you’re using anal beads, try to select the ones that feature a retrieval cord at the bottom.

Keeping Clean

Probably the most essential aspect to consider when contemplating any kind of anal play is always to stay clean. Potentially harmful bacteria which are contained in the rectum might cause difficulties if they touch the vagina therefore be sure whatever comes into contact with the rectum doesn’t make contact with the vaginal area straight after. In addition, be certain that any sort of sexual aids employed in anal play are always wiped clean extensively afterwards (preferably using an anti-bacterial adult toy cleaning agent) in order to avoid the spread of an infection. Make sure that your hands and fingers are also wiped clean thoroughly prior to and following any anal activities and always utilise fresh condoms.

With Christmas coming up it’s nearly that dreaded time of year when you have to start thinking about what gifts to get. This can be especially difficult when it comes to getting the perfect present for your partner. Why not do something a little different and get a sexy gift that can be used over and over again that you can share with your partner or that they can use alone? This guide to the best in sexy gifts will set you in the right direction.

1. We Vibe 2

The award winning We Vibe 2 is a flexible vibrator in the shape of a C which has two small vibrators in each end that provide nine different levels of vibration and pulsation at the touch of a button. Suitable as a sex toy for couples or for individual use, this vibrator is guaranteed to hit the right spot every time!

2. Amour Be Mine Cuddle Massage Kit

The perfect present to give to a female, this kit comprises of a cute fluffy white teddy bear, a 4 inch long multispeed vibrator with 3 interchangeable tips and a bottle of massage oils with added pheromones. This kit is ideal for sharing sensual moments with your partner.

3. Razzle Dazzle Gift Set

The Razzle Dazzle Gift Set is just the thing when it comes to sharing at Christmas and beyond that. The erotic 3 piece black set contains a 6 inch long multispeed waterproof vibrator with a diamante encrusted base, a fluffy feather tickler and a pair of naughty metal handcuffs. It comes boxed with a beautiful satin lining.

4. Bedroom Commands

If you’re searching for a game with a sexy twist then Bedroom Commands is ideal. It’s a card game intended for two players with 108 cards (54 for men and 54 for women) that are guaranteed to bring variety and spice to your sex life. What could be better!

5. Pleasure Ring Collection

The Pleasure Ring Collection is a set four different stretchy jelly cock rings, all of which have pleasure nodules on the outside which serve to stimulate the female partner when worn by the male. Keeping the man harder for longer, these pleasure cock rings help both partners to have better sex.

6. Diamond Red G-Spot Vibrator

This waterproof multispeed vibrator comes with a specially curved tip which makes finding the female g-spot a whole lot easier! It also comes with a diamante encrusted base, easy to operate controls and a 7 inch long, 1 inch wide diameter. That g-spot will no longer be elusive when this vibe is in use!

7. Fleshlight Pink Lady Super Ribbed

Exclusively for men, this male masturbator has super soft real feel skin, a vaginal opening moulded on a real vagina and a super ribbed canal for intense feelings with each and every stroke. It can also be removed from its black torch style casing and washed ready for the next use.

8. Stimul8 Pure Lube Waterbased – 50ml

This water-based lubricant makes all of your sexual experiences far easier and more pleasurable. Kind on the skin, Stimul8 Pure Lube is also not sticky or tacky, fragrance free, latex condom compatible and lasts for as long as you need it to.  It can also be used as a massage lotion.

9. Knitted Willie Warmer

A novelty present is a great way to add a little bit of fun to proceedings. The red Knitted Willie Warmer comes as a hat and scarf set for the manhood keeping him warm on even the coldest of winter nights!

10. Skins Condoms Assorted 12 Pack

Last but not least, stay safe whilst adding a bit of variety to intimate moments with this pack of Skins Condoms which contains 4 natural, 4 dots and ribs and 4 ultra thin.

For further information about all of the above products and more ideas for an ultra sexy Christmas, visit the Temptations Direct Adult Christmas Shop.

Adult sex toys are no long taboo and are, in fact, sexy must haves for your getaway for two. Taking along a few of your favourite adult toys can liven up not only your sex life but your holiday as well. Having a bit of fun with sex toys will liven up your entire holiday. Here are five must haves for your next break.

For Her

A small sex toy for her, tucked discretely into an overnight bag is a great way to surprise her when you get to your destination. Whether you go for a toy that packs a big wallop or something that delivers small, relaxing vibrations a mini vibrator will have her begging for more. Pack along a bullet buddy or other small vibrator for a bit of after-hours sex play.

For Him

Masturbation cups/tubes are a great choice of toy for any man. Filled with silicone and tiny nubs, these masturbation cups/tubes simulate oral sex like nothing else. Sit back and watch as your man carries himself to new heights or take control and lend a hand. Either way, he’s sure to thank you.

For Couples

For mind-blowing couples fun, bring along a bulleted cock ring like The Big O2. Providing stimulation for both partners, with a bullet at the top and one that rides just under the penis, you’ll not remember what sex was like without it. Make sure you look for one that is waterproof to put a buzz in your shower play.

Sex Toy Cleaner

When packing your overnight bag, don’t forget the sex toy cleaner. Anti-bacterial sex toy cleaners leave you confident that your adult sex toys are clean and safe, free of germs and bacteria.

Lube

There are several kinds of lubricants on the market, from flavoured to warming to just plain old-fashioned lube. No matter which you choose adding lube to your play will make for a fun, slippery time. A flavoured or warming lube is a sure way to increase the intimacy between you both. For a bit of fun, dot some lube where you want to be licked and point your partner in the right direction.

Intimacy is a beautiful expression of love, but what romance novels never seem to mention is that even the hottest relationships can benefit from a little variety now and then. There are many misconceptions about sex toys that have caused some potential users to refrain from trying them, and they’ve been unfortunately missing out on one of the best ways to spice up play in the bedroom. Sex toys aren’t shameful, harmful, or something only certain types of people use; in fact, many people have not only tried adult toys but have experienced the benefit of a richer relationship with their partner because of them.

Myths about sex toys often sound intimidating, but have little to no basis in reality. A woman will not become “addicted” to vibrators and force her mate out of bed, nor does a man’s use of a masturbator indicate he no longer desires intimacy with his lover: they simply feel great and act as an additional source of pleasure, not a replacement. Adult toys can help anyone learn more about their body and what turns them on, as well as provide a head start to arousal for deeper, more satisfying sexual interactions with a user’s partner.

Sex toys are more than the handful that most uninitiated users imagine. The traditional “stick” vibrator or realistic dildo are certainly wonderful additions to your intimate explorations, but exotic items like a vibrating cock ring may open whole new worlds of pleasure for the adventurous couple. Waterproof adult toys can turn a bathroom into a steamy sex sauna when used to turn on a partner during a mutual shower, and naughty restraint kits with beginner’s bondage accessories can unleash desires that a nervous but excited mate may be hesitant to ask for.

Excellent for foreplay as well, sex toys help set the mood and invite both lovers into an imaginative state of play that will gently guide them towards the main act. Massage candles, which melt into a warm pool of wax for mutual rubdowns, can relax the body and mind for better sensual focus. Edible body dusts can invite kisses, while playful paddles can turn love taps into something much more intriguing. Lover’s games are a great start for those who don’t know where to begin, instructing players as to their next move and adding a fun element of competition to activities between the sheets.

Adult toys come in a variety of different shapes and sizes, so start small and work up for the most comfortable experience, using a little lubricant for an erotic glide. To keep toys in top shape, invest in good batteries, an easy-to-use toy cleaner spray or liquid, and discreet storage cases for safekeeping.

Temptations Direct, one of the UK’s premier online sex shops, has just gone mobile! This means that when you visit the main site on your mobile device you have the option of going to the mobile store. This simplified version of the main site still offers all of the sex toys, sexy lingerie, bondage and fetish as the main site but because the design is stripped down you may find it easier to use on your mobile. If you want to go back to the main site, it’s just a click away!

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There are many different kinds of lubricants available, each of which sells in their hundreds of thousands every year. The types of lubricants available include those that are used in the automobile industry, those that are used in the marine, metal and industrial sectors, and also those that are intended for personal use. Whatever sector they are used in, they perform the following function: they reduce friction between two moving surfaces which therefore helps to improve efficiency and reduce wear. This article focuses on lubricants that are designed for use in sexual intercourse.

Why use a sexual lubricant?

Many first timers to sex find sexual lubricants very useful. Lubricants, also known by their more colloquial term of lubes, can be a huge benefit to women having intercourse with a male or female partner for the first time. This can be especially the case when the receiving partner is feeling tense. Sexual lubricants can also make first time anal intercourse between male to female or male to male a much easier experience. However, sexual lubricants are not just for first time sex. They can be used whenever a little additional lubrication is required during intercourse. They help to ease the penis or a sex toy into the vagina or anus with less effort which thereby reduces the probability of painful sex.

What kinds of lubricants are available?

Although sexual lubricants offer the more practical benefit of allowing extra moistness during sex, they can also be used to provide additional pleasure. On the most part available as either water, oil or silicone based, lubes range from anal lubricants to flavoured lubes to tasteless and odourless lubricants and are available as jellies, creams and sprays. Although a number of lubricants are designed to be used by both sexes, there are specialist male and female lubricants also available. Male sexual lubricants are designed to be long lasting and to enhance masturbation and add to sexual sensations. Lubricants specifically aimed at females are intended to heighten the sensitivity of a woman’s clitoris and to intensify orgasms. The vast majority of sex lubricants will not to stain or be sticky and wash off easily after use. They can be completely natural feeling or can either provide the skin with a warming or cooling sensation. However, lubricants are not just employed when it comes to penetrative sex. Flavoured lubes are ideal for oral sex. Although lubricants are not essential for all types of sex, they are definitely a must when it comes to anal intercourse because the anus does not produce any natural form of lubrication therefore sex without anal lubricants could prove to be extremely painful.

Sexual lubricants can help to provide pleasurable sex every time whether it be vaginal, anal or oral sex. The important thing to remember is to have fun during sex and sexual lubricants can help to achieve this. A word of warning though, oil based lubricants are not suitable to use with latex condoms as they make the condom ineffectual.

For more information on the different types of sexual lubricants available please visit the Temptations Direct website.