Je Joue, the manufacturer of my lovely Ami, recently came out with a new vibrator, the Uma. Being a fan of Je Joue, I decided to review this little beauty.

Unlike the Ami, which is a set of kegelcisors, the Je Joue Uma is a g-spot and clit vibrator. Like the Ami, the Uma is covered in soft, silky silicone. I love this particular silicone because it doesn’t attract lint and dust like most silicone does. It is also very smooth with less drag than most of my other silicone sex toys. Of course, silicone is great for sex toys because it is latex and phthalate-free, non-porous, hypoallergenic, and body-safe. It is easy to clean with antibacterial soap and warm water or your favorite sex toy cleaner. You can even sterilize the Je Joue Uma by washing it down with a 10% bleach solution. This allows you to share it with non-fluid bonded partners if you have the desire.

The silicone does not have much drag to it so most often my natural lubrication sufficient, but lube is always a good idea. Remember to use water-based lubricant with the Je Joue Uma as silicone-based lube can negatively react with the silicone of the toy. For this reason, be cautious in storing your Uma with other silicone sex toys. It is best to store it in its box or some sort of storage bag so you don’t run into any issues.

The Je Joue Uma is 7″ long with almost as much of it as you want being insertable. Practically though, you probably won’t insert much more than 4″ as it is meant to stimulate your g-spot. It is a slim 1.25″ in diameter and it is totally hard under its smooth silicone exterior. This makes it a great option for g-spot stimulation, especially for those who prefer firm pressure on their g-spot. The handle, or area you grip with your hand, is slightly larger in diameter at closer to 1.7″. This handle fits comfortably in my hand and makes for easy gripping.

You operate the Je Joue Uma through the use of three buttons on the bottom of the handle. Two of these buttons (the + and -) are silver in color and protrude slightly from the vibrator, while the third button (it looks like an S on its side) sits flush with the base of the toy and is the same color as the silicone. This button controls the patterns. To turn on the Je Joue Uma, you hold the + button down for two seconds. To turn off you do the same with the – button. To increase the speed, press down on the + button and to decrease the speed, press down on the – button. Easy peasy lemon squeezy.

I have read some reviews (of course I read other people’s reviews!) complaining about these buttons. Some people find them very difficult to press. I do not. I do have to apply firm pressure when pressing so there’s no way I can accidentally change settings during play, which I like. The third button, however, is another story. As I mentioned before, the sideways S button controls the vibrational patterns and is SO freaking hard to push. I’m lucky I have long nails otherwise I have no idea how I would push it. Even so, if I want to use the patterns while masturbating I have to set it and forget it. It is practically impossible to switch the patterns up with the Je Joue Uma inside me or on my clit. Just forget it. It is frustrating as hell so I end up never using the patterns, which makes them practically useless. Sad. I like patterns, but I am basically forced to use the Je Joue Uma as a straight vibration toy due to my inability to press the damn S button.

Having said that, I do like the vibrations of the Je Joue Uma. They are plenty strong for me, such that while I sometimes use it on its highest level, I don’t always have to do so. I find the vibrations of the Je Joue Uma to be quite deep. They are especially rumbly on the lowest settings and increase slightly in pitch on the highest but they are far from buzzy. The Je Joue Uma is also very quiet. Even on its highest setting it can only be slightly heard under the covers and certainly not through the closed bedroom door. The lowest setting is very mild while the highest is comparable to my Leaf Fresh.

The instruction booklet claims the Je Joue Uma has seven levels of steady vibration and seven different patterns. However, I detect only five levels of steady vibration and six different patterns. I suppose the seventh is actually the steady vibrations.
1. Fast pulse
2. Escalating
3. Medium pulse
4. Faster pulsing
5. Longer pulsing
6. Slow, long pulsing

One thing I really love about the Je Joue Uma is that it is great for using during penetrative sex, especially during doggy style and anal. The longer handle makes it easy to hold against my clit while my partner enters me from behind. It is much easier to do this with the Je Joue Uma than a smaller clit vibrator because of the length of the handle. This is a really good way for me to get some clit stimulation during penetration. As a g-spot vibrator, the Je Joue Uma does an adequate job. I prefer toys with a more extreme curve but the hardness works well at stimulating my g-spot. I really like the combination of using the Uma against my clit, then slipping it inside to rub my g-spot, then moving it back to my clit. I am a clit-oriented girl after all.

The Je Joue Uma is rechargeable, which I totally adore. Even better, it charges magnetically so there are no open ports to allow water in, making it 100% waterproof. You truly can wash it and submerge it without fear. The magnetic charger is very easy to align and use. The metal buttons on the bottom of the Je Joue Uma are the feeds for the charger. The charger attaches and stays on easily, and when the vibrator is charging the small heart on the underside of the handle flashes red. When fully charged, this light will glow steadily. A two hour charge will provide approximately two hours of play time.

Like other Je Joue sex toys, the Uma comes in quite nice packaging. The outer box is lightweight cardboard, and in my case, purple. The inner box is hard and sturdy and good for storage. This box holds the Uma, its charger, and an instruction manual in six languages that explains Uma’s one year warranty and among other things.

Je Joue Uma Pros:
• Rumbly vibrations
• Easy to use during penetration
• Great silicone
• Waterproof
• Rechargeable

Je Joue Uma Cons:
• Middle button (patterns) is basically useless during play
• No storage bag

Just as I really liked the Je Joue Ami, so do I like the Je Joue Uma. The Uma is more than strong enough for me with its deep vibrations. It is easy to manage during sex and I love its silky silicone. The fact that it is waterproof makes cleaning worry-free and gives it versatility. As it is rechargeable I can use it as long as I want without having to worry that I’m running down the batteries. My only real complaint is that stupid middle S button. It is so difficult to use that I just don’t bother, which creates an unnecessary limitation with this vibrator. If it weren’t for this button, I would probably give the Uma 4 beans. However, since this is a major design flaw I can only go as high as 3 beans. Nonetheless, I do still really like the vibrations of this vibrator.

You can pick up your own Je Joue Uma at EdenFantasys. They carry it in purple, lavender, and fuchsia.

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Fun Factory, one of my favorite sex toy manufacturers, has a brand new vibrator out. It’s called the Fou and is currently being carried by EdenFantasys.

The Fun Factory Fou is a new external clit stimulator that is made of silicone and plastic and reminds me a bit of the Fun Factory Yooo. They are both unusual in design and come in fun colors. Like the Yoo, the Fou is rechargeable and uses the same magnetic charger as the Yoo and the rest of the Fun Factory Clink ‘N’ Charge line. This makes it 100% waterproof as there are no open ports into which water can seep. It has three vibration programs and booster button that allows you to choose your program easily. I like the looks of that cutout on top which seems like it might give me a nice pointy tip with which to tease my clit. I love pinpoint stimulation on my clit. It also looks like it would cup my nipples well. This is also the first Fun Factory I’m aware of that comes with a storage bag. Yay, Fun Factory!

Head over to EdenFantasys and check out the new Fun Factory Fou and all their other cool sex toys today.

MyPleasure has recently started carrying a new line of glass sex toys called Joyful Pleasure. I really love glass toys so I was very happy to get my hands on the Twister.

The Twister is a hand blown glass massager that is designed in Europe and handmade in China, though Joyful Pleasure is based in California. It is made of clear glass with an opaque raised black swirl on the shaft and raised black bumps on the base. It also has a rather pronounced head. The Twister is 6″ in length from the bottom of the handle to the top of the scored head. Approximately 4.25″ of the Twister is insertable and it is 1.5″ in diameter. The handle is slightly over 1.5″ in length. According to my ancient little postage scale, it weighs about 10.5 ounces, so it is a hefty little thing.

Joyful Pleasure’s packaging is quite simple. The Twister comes in a cardboard box with a little window on the front through which you can see the toy. The box also has images of the Twister on both sides and text on the back with a fair amount of information. It is quite clear this box houses a sex toy so you may not want to leave it laying about where just anyone can see it.

According to the back of the Joyful Pleasure box, the Twister is fracture-resistant. I assume this is due to type of glass from which it is made. However, there is no further information on the box or the website for me to share with you.

Glass is a really awesome material for sex toys for so many reasons. It is latex and phthalate-free, non-porous, body-safe, and hypoallergenic. While people can develop allergies to some of the materials used to make sex toys, I have yet to run across someone who is allergic to glass. Glass is super easy to clean as well. You can simply wash it with antibacterial soap and warm water, your favorite sex toy cleaner, a 10% bleach solution, or wash it in the dishwasher. Just be careful when handling it as you don’t want to bang it against hard objects, like sinks or counters. I know the Twister is supposed to be fracture-resistant but that doesn’t mean you want to go around banging it against things. Another wonderful thing about glass is that is it compatible with all lubricants so you can use whatever type of lube you want with your Twister.

Glass is also great for sensation play, something that I really enjoy. You can quickly and easily change the temperature of your Twister by running it under hot or cold water or soaking it in a bowl of either. The glass will hold the temperature for a good while before it slowly adjusts to your body temperature.

The biggest issue with glass is that it needs to be stored carefully. I prefer padded storage bags and I wish the Twister came with one. Right now, I am storing it inside its box and that has been fine. You just want to make sure you are careful with your Twister when storing it. Also be sure to look it over carefully before and after use. If you do find any cracks or chips, dispose of it. Do not use a glass sex toy that shows any sort of damage. Having said this, I own quite a few glass sex toys and I have never damaged a single one.

One of the main reasons I was interested in this particular piece from Joyful Pleasure was the handle. The Twister has a small off-center handle which is designed to allow you to twist the Massager inside of you. This seems good in theory and was the entire reason I wanted to try out this Massager. The Twister looks like other glass dildos I’ve seen that are often called “juicers”. I had always assumed this was because you would twist them around like you would a juicer. Unfortunately, the handle does not work well for twisting or “juicing” for me at all. Trying to twist the massager is just too awkward and I cannot get any motion going in this manner. The motion just ends up being very jerky and not at all smooth. In fact, I get really frustrated every time I try to spin the Twister inside me. I can’t make it work and it drives me crazy. I’m not sure if I am just too uncoordinated to make this work right or if the Twister really is meant to be used with a partner. The handle is super awesome for thrusting though, which I hadn’t bothered considering before using it. I was just so excited about the juicing aspect.

Some people may consider 4.25″ too short to mbe a good dildo. It is short, but what is great about this length is that I can thrust the Twister as hard as I want without coming close to hitting my cervix.

As it has a flared base, the Twister can also be used anally. The short length makes it good to use as a plug but it will probably be to short to stimulate a man’s prostate if you were to want to use it that way. You can sterilize your Twister with the previously mentioned 10% bleach solution which make switching between anal and vaginal use easy as pie. Of course, using a condom anally will also make this very easy to do. Using condoms with your Twister or sterilizing it will also allow you to use it between partners.

Twister Pros:
• Glass
• Handle
• Pronounced head
• Good for sensation play
• Can be used vaginally and anally

Twister Cons:
• Doesn’t twist for me
• No storage bag

While I was disappointed with the lack of actual twisting, the handle on the Twister is pretty great for thrusting, and my issues may be user error. The handle makes a short dildo seem not so short in use. As I have mentioned, glass is excellent for a variety reasons and I love sensation play. I’m particularly fond of cold play. The Twister is attractive and seems well-made. The shape works well for me, especially the pronounced head of the massager. I’m disappointed there is no storage bag included. I know, I always say that, but it’s even more important when the sex toy is made of glass. Overall, the Twister is a nice little massager that can be used either vaginally or anally which makes it quite versatile.

I am a bit conflicted on how to rate the Twister. An important part of this type of toy is the twisting motion which was a total failure for me. However, it does end up working well in other ways. If it weren’t for the twisting fail I’d give the Twister four beans, but it loses one bean due to that disappointment.

You can pick up your own Twister as well as check out the other Joyful Pleasure massagers at MyPleasure. Plus, right now you will receive a free Sensual Essence Silk Lubricant with your Joyful Pleasures purchase!

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As you know, Valentine’s Day is coming up fast. It’s next Tuesday in fact. Don’t worry though, there is still time to order gifts for your loved ones and yourself. Here is a little roundup of the Valentine’s Day deals going on at some of my favorite stores. Sex toys and sensual products may not be appropriate for everyone though, so when they aren’t just send flowers! Also, if you don’t have a partner to spoil you on Valentine’s Day, be sure to spoil yourself. You deserve it!

FloristOne

Adam & Eve

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Babeland

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EdenFantasys

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MyPleasure

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The Stockroom

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Have you heard of the Tenga Egg at Babeland? It is a nifty little masturbation sleeve for men. However, it makes a pretty cool textured cover for my Hitachi Magic Wand too. Why should the boys have all the fun?

Tenga Egg

Tenga Egg Six Pack

Tenga Egg Textures

As I stated above, Tenga Eggs are meant to be used as masturbation sleeves for men and I have heard they are quite effective for that purpose. They are one-time use masturbation sleeves, and they come in really fun packaging. The Tenga Egg comes inside an actual plastic shaped egg just like the ones you get at Easter with jellybeans in them. To open it, you peel off the outer plastic wrapping and crack the egg in half. Inside is the Tenga Egg and inside the Tenga Egg is a small packet of Tenga brand lubricant stuffed inside a plastic tube. It comes with everything a man needs to get started. As a woman, all you need to add is a wand of some sort with a large enough head to fit inside the Tenga Egg. Babeland suggests the Hitachi Magic Wand and the Vibratex Mystic Wand.

This cool little egg is about 3″ tall and almost 6.5″ in circumference. Therefore, the Tenga Egg itself is slightly smaller than this in its unstretched form. As you can see from the pictures, it stretches like nobody’s business. So no matter how well-endowed the man is, it should fit the head of his penis, and it easily fits my Hitachi Magic Wand. The included lubricant packet has Japanese writing and images to show men how to use the Tenga Egg.

The Tenga Egg is made of super soft and squishy TPE, which is an elastomer. Elastomers are semi-porous so if you share your Tenga Egg be sure to do so only with fluid-bonded partners. TPE is phthalate-free, hypoallergenic, and body-safe. The Tenga Egg is meant to be a one-time use toy but if you are gentle with it, the Egg can be reused, especially if you are using it as a sex toy cover as I am. If you do reuse your Tenga Egg, you can wash it gently with antibacterial soap and warm water or use your favorite sex toy cleaner.

Tenga Eggs come singly or in a six pack egg carton and both can be purchased from Babeland. There are six different textures of Tenga Eggs, Silky, Stepper, Twister, Clicker, Wavy, and Spider, which is what I have. Each texture is different and provides a unique sensation to the user. When you purchase a six pack, you receive one of each texture so you can try them all.

Though I am using my Tenga Egg as a cover for my Hitachi Magic Wand, I will briefly go over how to use it as a male masturbator. After opening the Tenga Egg, squeeze some lubricant inside and stretch the sleeve down over the head of the penis. Using your hand to grip the Tenga Egg on the head of the penis, stroke away and enjoy. To use the Tenga Egg as a sex toy cover, turn it inside out so the texture is on the outside and stretch it over the head of your wand massager. The Tenga Egg is extremely stretchy but you still want to be gentle with it so it does not tear.

The TPE used for the Tenga Egg is just awesome. It is the squashiest material ever and is so much fun to play with I wish I had a penis of my own. I just love squishing it around in my hands. It feels good against my body as well, especially as it has a small protrusion that appears on the very tip of my Hitachi Magic Wand. This feels great against my nipples and clit. I don’t notice the Spider texture as much as I feel the cushiness of the TPE, but I think that’s to be expected. I do notice it somewhat against my labia, but I’m not sure I would be able to differentiate between the different textures with my eyes closed.

The main reason I like the Tenga Egg so much for masturbation is that while I love my Hitachi Magic Wand, I dislike the vinyl head quite a lot. I just prefer not to have vinyl against my vagina, especially as it cannot be disinfected. The Tenga Egg is the perfect solution. I also really like the squashiness of the TPE against my body. It feels so soft and cushy. I seem to be able to use it as a cover indefinitely, as I am not sharing it with anyone else. I’ve been using it for over a month now and I see no wear and tear. Of course, I am very careful when putting it on and removing it from my Hitachi Magic Wand. I store it in its little egg container after I’ve washed it and let it air dry and it seems just as happy as the day I opened it.

Tenga Egg Pros:
• Deliciously squashy
• Keeps the vinyl off my body
• Protruding tip
• Price (as a Massager cover)

Tenga Egg Cons:
• Picks up lint
• Cannot sterilize to share between non-fluid bonded partners
• Price (as a one time use masturbation sleeve)

The Tenga Egg is a rather cool little cover for my Hitachi Magic Wand. It is a great alternative to the vinyl head of the Hitachi. However, as a device to enhance the Hitachi Magic Wand, I am not bowled over. If you only use the Tenga Egg once I think it would be rather pricey but for the number of times I’ve used it thus far I think it’s a great deal, especially compared to some of the high cost Hitachi Magic Wand Attachments. Granted, I haven’t tried any other attachments yet so I don’t have anything to compare it to at this point. Overall, I think I’m more in love with the idea of the Tenga Egg for my Hitachi Magic Wand than I am with the Egg itself. So while I like it, it’s not fabulous.

Head over to Babeland to check out the Tenga Egg, the Hitachi Magic Wand and the fun attachments they have available, the Deluxe G Spotter and the Gee Whiz.

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