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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So I’ve been thinking it would be a good idea to look back over the last year and see what my favorite sex toys and sensual products were from 2011. Quite frankly, I am not always great at narrowing down lists of favorites because I tend to waffle back and forth so this has proven to be a challenge for me. I decided to go back and look at all the products that received a 5 Bean Rating from me and share my list with you. However, it turns out I reviewed a number of highly rated items in 2011 so I did have to narrow down the list somewhat to highlight my true favorites.

I have split the list between my top sex toys and my top sensual products to be more specific.

Top Five Sensual Products of 2011

#5 Chocolate Body Cream

Number five is Sweet Beauty’s Chocolate Body Cream from Babeland. This body cream is thick and creamy and has the most delicious chocolatey scent. It makes my skin feel soft and silky and smell heavenly. In fact, the danger of the Chocolate Body Cream is that it makes me crave chocolate. While body cream may not be the first thing you think of when discussing sensual products, I think anything that tantalizes multiple senses is a sensual treat.

#4 TRUST Oil

In the number four spot is TRUST Natural Oil. TRUST is the most amazing massage oil I have run across in a long time. It is an organic, vegan, cruelty-free, food-grade oil that happens to be kosher as well. TRUST is made with Grape Seed, Avocado, and Apricot Kernel Oils and is light and silky on my skin. It is very moisturizing and adds both a high class feel and increased intimacy to any massage.

#3 Intense Clit Stimulating Gel

Number three is Intimate Organics Intense Clit Stimulating Gel. This Clit Gel makes my clit all cool and tingly in the most wonderful way. Another vegan, cruelty-free product, Intense Clit Stimulating Gel is glycerine and paraben-free and does not contain DEA or menthol. However, it does contain organic extracts which I think is a nice bonus. Most importantly, I love how it makes my clit feel and how it speeds up my orgasms.

#2 Beginner Bondage Kit

The number two slot goes to the Beginner Bondage Kit from MyPleasure. The Beginner Bondage Kit comes with wrist and ankle cuffs, tethers, a blindfold, and a small flogger. Though I do not consider myself a beginner when it comes to bondage, I love the cuffs in this kit. They are not only an awesome color with a cute heart detail, they are strong, secure, and comfortable. The kit is totally worth it just for the cuffs and storage bag.

#1 Liberator Wedge

My number one sensual product of 2011 is the Liberator Wedge. The Liberator Wedge is an amazing piece of sex furniture that belongs in everyone’s collection. It brings comfort, communication, and creativity to the bedroom in a fun way. It provides a variety of positions and allows for better access for both partners. I still leave mine out on the bed and use it as a backrest as well. My Liberator Wedge is good for all sorts of things!

Top Five Sex Toys of 2011

#5 Hitachi Magic Wand

In the number five spot is the Hitachi Magic Wand. I recently reviewed the Hitachi and fell in love with its deep vibrations and ability to multitask as a muscle massager, which is really its intended use. It doesn’t look like a sex toy which is a bonus if I want to leave it laying around.

#4 Octopussy

Number four on my list of sex toys is the Octopussy also from Babeland. This dildo is shaped like tentacle and has the most amazing texture I have ever run across. It is a lovely light pink color and is made of glass. The Octopussy can be used vaginally or anally and the curved handle makes it very easy to use. The glass is great for sensation play but what truly stands out is the texture. I don’t have anything else quite like it and it’s just great.

# 3 G-Spot Lollipop J Pop

My number three toy of 2011 is the G-Spot Lollipop J Pop. I discovered this little beauty when I attended ANE in July. Its rather unusual shape allows for great g-spot stimulation and it comes in all sorts of fun colors. The G-Spot Lollipop also comes in multiple styles and sizes, and though I haven’t tried any other style, I do love my G-Spot Lollipop J Pop.

#2 Crystal Kiss & njoy Pure Plug

 

Tied for the number two slot are two phenomenal butt plugs, the Crystal Delights Crystal Kiss and the nJoy Pure Plug. They are both so awesome, I can’t choose which one I like more. The Crystal Kiss is the most beautiful toy I own. It is just exquisite with its swirl of red and gorgeous swarovski crystal. The njoy Pure Plug is delightful in its heavy steel and can be worn for significant periods of time comfortably.

#1 Eroscillator

My number one top sex toy of 2011 is the famous Eroscillator. The Eroscillator is so unlike any of my other sex toys because it oscillates rather vibrates. It really is a must have for every sex toy aficionado. It is also an excellent choice for women who have only one clitoral vibrator and those who may have trouble reaching orgasm. It has multiple attachments which makes it very versatile and can be used solo or with a partner. I just adore the way it feels on my nipples and clit.

As I said, this has been quite a challenge for me. 2011 was a good year for sex toys and sensual products and I am lucky to have reviewed so many great things last year. I am sure I have left out some really nifty products but I had to narrow it down somehow. I am already looking forward to the awesome products I will review in 2012. A big thank you to everyone who has made it possible for me to review all these wonderful products. Hey, being a sex toy reviewer is a tough job, but somebody’s got to do it.

It has been a while since I have reviewed an anal toy so I decided that today I would talk about the Pop Plug from Vibrator.com.

The Pop Plug Butt Plug is made by Doc Johnson. Though Doc Johnson is a local California-based company (yay!), their products and packaging are made in China. The Pop Plug comes packaged in a flexible plastic box with colorful pink swirls on it. Inside the box, the Pop Plug sits in a plastic tray. The packaging is really not discreet as you can see the Butt Plug through the front of the box. You can certainly use this box for storage but it does take up quite a bit more room than the Pop Plug Butt Plug itself, so if space is an issue for you as it certainly is for me, you may want to pop your Pop Plug in a nice little storage bag.

This Butt Plug is made of premium silicone, which is latex and phthalate-free, as well as being hypoallergenic and body-safe. As silicone is non-porous, it is a great choice for sex toys, especially things that go up your butt. It will not collect bacteria and such and is very easy to clean and disinfect. You can go the easy route and simply use water and anti-bacterial soap, or a sex toy spray or wipe. However, if you are sharing your Pop Plug between partners or going from anal to vaginal play with it, you definitely want to sterilize it. Fortunately, that is a cinch to do. The Pop Plug is solid silicone so you can use a 10% bleach solution, wash it in the top rack of your dishwasher with no soap, or boil it in water for 3-5 minutes.

The use of lubricant is always important with anal toys and the Pop Plug is no different. However, as it is 100% silicone, you want to be sure to use a water-based lubricant with it. Though some high quality silicone sex toys can be used with some high quality silicone lubes, this is not always or even often the case. Silicone will bond with itself so if you use a silicone lube with your silicone Pop Plug, you may end up melting your Butt Plug. Therefore, to be safe I prefer to stick with a water-based lubricant when playing with my silicone sex toys.

The Pop Plug Butt Plug comes in three sizes, small, medium, and large. I ordered the large, figuring that would suit me best and it was a good choice. I find even the large to be on the small side when it comes to butt plugs, though I certainly do not need all of my plugs to be huge by any stretch (pun intended). The Large Pop Plug is approximately 4 3/4″ long, with 2 1/2″ being insertable, and 1 1/2″ in diameter. The silicone is light pink and very soft. It also does not attract lint or hair which is always a blessing when it comes to silicone. There is a seam along two sides of the Pop Plug that I feel with my fingers but I do not feel the seem when the plug is inside me.

While pink is not my favorite color for sex toys, it certainly is fitting for Pink October. We all know that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and pink is the color of breast cancer, right? Of course, pink is also used by other causes but this month pink is all about Breast Cancer. It is a perfect time to to buy yourself or someone a pink butt plug! I also certainly prefer pink to black or something that is close to my skin color. I like my sex toys more whimsical and colorful.

The shape of the Pop Plug allows it to slide inside my butt smoothly and easily and stay put. It fits snugly and does not slip out even with vigorous activity. This is a huge thing for me as I do tend to have issues with many of my plugs slipping out. Thanks to the little handle, it is easy to remove. I simply slip my finger through the circle, tug gently, and out slides the Pop Plug. The size is great for me, though it does feel much smaller than its 1 1/2″. This is most likely because the Pop Plug is silicone so it compresses, whereas I usually wear glass or stainless steel butt plugs which do not.

The base of the Pop Plug is so ergonomic. Yes, yes, I know most people do not necessarily think of butt plugs as ergonomic but it sits perfectly between my ass checks. It keeps the entire plug from disappearing up inside me while also keeping it from sliding out. It allows me to walk and sit comfortably, no mean feat while wearing a butt plug.

Pop Plug Pros:
• Silicone
• Not a lint magnet
• Three sizes
• Great design

Pop Plug Cons:
• No storage bag

I was actually quite surprised by how comfortable the Pop Plug is, especially to just sit around in. I’m wearing it as I write this review, and unlike some of my other plugs, sitting on top of it is no problem. The silicone is just so smooth and forgiving. I am delighted that it comes in three sizes as it should fit the bill for most anyone except size queens. I would love to see it in an extra large size, actually, but I can be a bit of a size queen when it comes to my sex toys. Never mind me though, the shape is so great and the plug so comfortable, I think the small size would be excellent for beginners. It really is a very friendly butt plug.

So head on over to Vibrator.com and pick up the appropriate size Pop Plug for yourself, and be sure to follow Vibrator.com on Twitter to stay on top of what’s going with them!

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If you have any experience with sex toys, you are probably familiar with LELO Pleasure Objects. If you have read Bean Fiddler before, you are probably familiar with LELO. I have only reviewed one LELO vibrator thus far, the Elise, but I have done several spotlights on them and often feature LELO in Daily Deals. Most recently I did a Spotlight on the exciting new LELO Insignia Sense-Motion vibrators.

Today I want to share with you LELO’s even newer venture, PicoBong. PicoBong is an offshoot toy company owned and operated by LELO. This colorful and fun looking line of toys was designed by LELO to capture the attention of the 20′s and 30′s demographic. PicoBong is joining the sexual revolution and encouraging everyone to bring their sex toys out of the closet and into the open. As they say, everyone is doing it so why hide it?

PicoBong has just launched their line of six fun and funky vibrators. All six are waterproof, battery-operated, and cost significantly less than their LELO cousins. They are also available at both Babeland and FunWares. FunWares does have PicoBong for less than Babeland, but just in case you have a Babeland preference, I have included those links as well. Introducing…

MAHANA

The MAHANA Duo Vibe is wearable and designed to stimulate both the g-spot and clit at the same. It requires two AAA batteries and gets two hours of play time. Mahana has 12 vibrational patterns and is made of silicone. I am very interested in trying out this little vibrator.
The MAHANA is available at-
Babeland
FunWares

HONI

The HONI Mini Vibe looks to me like a bullet or egg vibrator. It is cute and compact and gets two hours of play time off a single AAA battery. It is made of silicone and ABS.
You can find the HONI at-
Babeland
FunWares

KIKI

The KIKI C Vibe is designed especially to focus on the clitorus, or what PicoBong insists on calling the “C-spot”. I think this is supposed to be the new, funky way to refer to your clit. Call me old-fashioned but I’m, sticking with clit.
The KIKI is available at-
Babeland
FunWares

IPO

The IPO Finger Vibe hooks right onto your fingertip to deliver delightful vibrations wherever you want them. Made of silicone and ABS, the IPO also runs off one AAA battery. It comes in purple, pink, and black.
You can find the IPO at-
Babeland
FunWares

KOA

The KOA Ring Vibe is quite interesting. It is meant to circle a man’s penis like a cock ring, while pressing against a woman’s clit during penetration. I expect you could also use it on a dildo. That curly tail looks like it would be a great a little handle.
The KOA is available at-
Babeland
FunWares

TANO

The TANO Plug Vibe is meant to be used as a vibrating butt plug. The shape is sleek and it is on the smaller side, so it looks like it might be a great option for beginners. Like the Koa and the IPO, it comes on purple, pink, and black.
You can find the TANO at-
Babeland
FunWares

These PicoBong vibrators look absolutely fabulous to me. I love the designs and the colors. They seem to be good options for those just venturing into toys for the first time as well as for advanced users. More importantly, they are made by LELO!

I cannot wait to get my hands on one of these PicoBong vibrators. If you feel the same way I do, check them out at Babeland and FunWares!

I have been on something of a dildo kick lately, not exactly sure why. I suppose I have just been in a dildo state of mind. I decided to check out the Adam & Eve Handmaiden Dong from FunWares.

The Handmaiden Dong (I really hate the word “dong” but that’s what this dildo is called, so I guess I’ll have to use it. Understand, I am doing so under protest.) is made of 100% solid, platinum-cured, medical-grade silicone. It is light pink in color, so it strikes me as more of a girly girl dildo. It does not come in other colors so if you want the Handmaiden, you had better like pink. It is approximately 7 1/4″ long with 5″ being insertable, and a little more than 1 1/2″ in diameter at its widest point.

This high quality silicone is ideal for sex toys as it is latex and phthalate-free, non-porous, hypoallergenic, and body-safe. Silicone is also easy to care for and a cinch to clean. As the Handmaiden Dong has no electrical or moving parts it is totally waterproof. You can sterilize it by boiling it for 3-5 minutes, washing it in the top rack of your dishwasher (without any soap), or wiping it down with a 10% bleach solution (be sure to wash well after using bleach on any sex toys). You can also simply use anti-bacterial soap and water for a quick and easy clean. However, if you are sharing this dildo between non fluid-bonded partners or swapping from anal to vaginal use, be sure to use a method of sterilization.

Unlike most silicone, the Handmaiden Dong is not a lint magnet, which I greatly appreciate. I love silicone but I do hate is typical lint magnet properties. I can even wipe this dildo down with a towel after washing it and it doesn’t get the fuzzies. The silicone does have a a good amount of drag, however, thus it is best to use a decent amount of water-based lubricant. As the Handmaiden Dong is made from high quality pure silicone it may be possible to use it with certain pure silicone-based lubricants and hybrids, but I prefer to err on the side of caution. The packaging also recommends using water-based lube.

The Handmaiden Dong is like a modern, chic, realistic-ish dildo. Its shaft has a very slight curve, nothing that would hit my g-spot. The end has a rounded point and the “head” has three raised speed bumps (that’s what I call them anyway). The shaft thins out sightly as it comes toward the base. At the bottom of the base is a lump of silicone that reminds me of a sleek, silicone ball sack. Underneath this ball sack is a handle that allows me to hold the dildo easily and comfortably The handle is my favorite part of the Handmaiden Dong. I can slide it in between my first and second fingers and have a firm hold on the dildo for smooth stroking. The handle makes stroking easier and keeps any lube and bodily fluids from drenching my hand. This is what I was hoping for and it works perfectly.

There is a seam along the front and back of the dildo that I feel very easily with my fingers but I don’t notice this when the Handmaiden is inside me. There is also a raised Adam & Eve logo, a female silhouette, on the bottom of the handle. It is fine that it’s raised as this part of the dildo obviously does not go inside your body

Another handy dandy thing about the handle is that it makes this Handmaiden Dong safe for anal use. With the extreme and sudden curve, the ball sack, and the handle, it is very unlikely this dildo will slip up inside your butt. Of course, you want to be sure to use caution and play gently as always when sticking things up your butt. Remember to use lots of lubricant and go slowly.

The Handmaiden Dong is made in China by Topco, a California-based sex toy company. However, the package says, “Australian innovation…” So, I’m confused. Was it designed in Australia rather than at the company’s headquarters in Southern California? The other odd thing on the packaging is it says, “The Original”. I’m wondering, are there a hunch of knockoff Handmaidens out there? I mean, it’s a cool dildo, but I don’t know that it’s so awesome people are doing knockoffs.

The packaging for this dildo consists of a see-through plastic sleeve that wraps around a clamshell with a clever closure. Inside the clamshell sits the Handmaiden Dong with it’s grey satiny storage pouch. I just L O V E it when manufacturers include storage pouches with their toys. I think it is so lovely and considerate. This packaging does take up a fair amount of room and is not at all discreet. You can see the dildo right there, sitting in it’s little clamshell and it looks exactly like what it is, a sex toy. Therefore, the storage pouch is just a bit of extra awesomeness included with this dildo. Also, thanks to the Handmaiden Dong’s packaging I now know how to say silicone dildo in six languages other than English. Rock on!

I prefer my sex toys to be modern, stylized, cute, interesting, odd…pretty much anything but realistic. I don’t need to pretend it is a real penis. If i want to have sex with a real penis, I will. The Handmaiden Dong certainly fits the bill while still giving me access to a dildo with a ball sack. This stylized ball sack presses up against my labia and adds nicely to the stimulation when I’m stroking or just holding it inside me. The handle works so well and really makes this dildo a pleasure to use. It is more of a flick of the wrist than using my entire forearms. I think this dildo would be good for people with weaker upper bodies or those lazy masturbators like me.

Handmaiden Dildo Pros:
• Silicone
• Handle
• Silicone ball sack
• Storage pouch

Handmaiden Dildo Cons:
• Might be too short for some

Usually I like my dildos in glass but the Handmaiden Dong really tales the cake. (Mmmmm, cake.) It is made of perfectly body-safe silicone that is not lint magnet-y, has a lovely silicone ball sack, a rockin’ handle, and comes with a useful storage pouch. Thanks to FunWares, it comes at a very reasonable price and ships out the same day you order. FunWares also ships very discreetly so you can feel secure in ordering your sex toys without anyone being the wiser.

Head on over to FunWares and pick up your own Adam & Eve Handmaiden Dong, along with some water-based lubricant today.

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