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.

Is that a seriously long title for a review or what? Rather, it’s a seriously long name for a product but that’s what it’s called, the Earthly Body Smashing Pumpkin 3-in-1 Suntouched Candle, and you can find it at FunWares.

I loooves my sex toys but I also love body products. Now and then I run across something that I really want to try. This candle is one of those products. It is usually a good thing when I multitask, so why not ask my sensual products to do the same? The Earthly Body Candle is a 3-in-1 product. It’s a scented candle, great just burning by itself. It’s a massage oil, fun to use with a partner, and it’s a skin moisturizer that anyone can use on their own.

Just having it out next to the bed with the tin closed allows me to enjoy the delicious scent of the Smashing Pumpkin. Smashing Pumpkin smells warm, sweet, spicy, and inviting. It is perfect for this chilly weather and this time of the year. It is reminiscent enough of pumpkin pie and other sweets that it tempts my appetite if I am at all hungry…or even if I’m not! Underneath, there is a hint of something flowery, which is not my favorite part of the scent but will probably be appreciated by many people.

The Earthly Body Smashing Pumpkin 3-in-1 Suntouched Candle comes in a 6.8 ounce tin with a lid and a small plastic spoon. The candle burns slowly and evenly and creates a nice little puddle of oil. There are directions and the ingredients on the bottom of the tin.

The ingredients of the Earhtly Body Smashing Pumpking 3-in-1 Suntouched Candle are as follows:
Glycine Soja (Soybean Oil), Cocos Nucifera (Coconut Oil), Cannabis Sativa (Hemp Seed Oil), Prunus Ameniaca (Apricot Oil), Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba Oil), Persea Gratissima (Avocado Oil), Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Phthalate-free Fragrance with Essential Oils

As you can see, this candle is basically made up of a whole bunch of natural oils and is petroleum-free. I have sensitive skin and have not had any reaction to the Earthly Body Smashing Pumpkin 3-in-1 Suntouched Candle, so I am comfortable recommending it to others. I very much like that it is cruelty-free and made in the U.S.

These oils all burn at a low temperature so there is no need to worry about burning yourself with the hot oil. I love the warmth of the wax as it goes on hot and liquidy. It feels toasty and soothing, like good comfort food. The oil goes on feeling thick and waxy but rubs in feeling creamy and soft. At first I thought it would be too heavy but it is not. It leaves my skin smooth and moisturized with no residue on my hands or stickiness on my skin. The scent lasts for hours afterward.

I like that the Earthly Body Smashing Pumpkin 3-in-1 Suntouched Candle is billed as a massage oil and a moisturizer. This way, when I just use it on my own I don’t feel like I’m wasting it. A massage candle is a lovely experience with a partner, but using one as a self-moisturizer can be just as delightful. Enjoying the soft, candle-lit atmosphere and treating yourself to the warm, liquid glow of the moisturizing oil is a wonderful thing to do for yourself, especially after a particularly difficult day or when you’re not feeling so well.

I have been having the toughest time getting rid of this nasty upper respiratory infection that doesn’t want to quit. One of the ways I have treated myself has been with the Earthly Body Smashing Pumpkin 3-in-1 Suntouched Candle. Burning it and rubbing the soothing oil into my chilled, aching skin has warmed me up and helped me feel better, even if it is just a cosmetic change. What matters is that I feel better, right?

I am not sure how much time you will actually get out of this candle as it doesn’t say. I have burned mine for quite a bit and it really seems to be lasting, but much of that will depend upon whether you simply burn the candle for fragrance or also use up the wax as a massage oil or moisturizer.

My biggest issue with this candle is that the scent changes quite significantly when the wax heats up and melts. It takes on more of a flowery scent and I really prefer the scent of the cold candle. It is also difficult to pour straight out of the tin and for this reason, I really appreciate the included plastic spoon. The spoon is great for small amounts when I am applying the oil to my arms and legs, for example, but when I want large amounts it would be nice to be able to pour the wax, such as over someone’s back.

My Earthly Body Smashing Pumpkin 3-in-1 Suntouched Candle came in a plastic pouch and plastic bag for protection. As this candle is made of oils that melt at low temperatures, it is possible for it to become soft during shipping, especially during warmer months, so I appreciated the extra care FunWares took in packing my candle. They always do such a great job!

Earthly Body Smashing Pumpkin 3-in-1 Suntouched Candle Pros:
• 3-in-1 product
• Natural oils
• Cruelty-free
• Made in the U.S.A.
• Solid tin with lid

Earthly Body Smashing Pumpkin 3-in-1 Suntouched Candle Cons:
• Difficult to pour
• Scent changes

I am always a fan of a good massage candle and yummy scents. Finding a strong scented candle that works well as a massage oil and moisturizer is a double-treat. Or should I say triple treat? Regardless, the Earthly Body Smashing Pumpkin 3-in-1 Suntouched Candle has a strong scent and feels soothing on the body. It warms up nicely and rubs into skin leaving it soft and supple with no residue or stickiness. Overall, it’ll come down to the scent for most people as the candle itself is a delight. I like the scent of the burning candle less than the scent of the candle cold, but I don’t find the burning scent objectionable. If the scent remained the same I would give this candle a higher rating. As it is, I am still quite fond of it.

So head on over to FunWares to pick up your own Earthly Body Smashing Pumpkin 3-in-1 Suntouched Candle or check out their other scented and massage candles. Remember, FunWares has excellent prices and ships quickly and discreetly. Want 10% off your entire order? Use code: FIDDLER at checkout!

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I love lotions and moisturizers, especially ones that smell good. So I was excited to have the opportunity to review Sweet Beauty Chocolate Body Cream from Babeland.

Sweet Beauty produces a line of body products that contain 100% natural ingredients obtained responsibly. For example, they use organic fair trade certified chocolate and cocoa butter. These ingredients contain natural glycerides and fatty acids which help soften and protect the skin. Sweet Beauty uses no parabens, phthalates, sulfates, fragrances, or artificial colors in their products and they are made in the U.S., in Seattle, Washington.

One of Sweet Beauty’s main tenants is, “If you wouldn’t eat it, don’t wear it on your skin.” Granted, I am not recommending you eat the Sweet Beauty Chocolate Body Cream but I like this idea. We absorb all sorts of things through our skin, both good and bad. There are enough toxins out there, why not be sure we are absorbing only healthy ingredients through the body products we willingly use?

Sweet Beauty Chocolate Body Cream contains the following ingredients:
Aqua (Distilled Water), Vitis vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum parkii (Shea Butter) Oil, Theobroma grandiflorum (Cupuacu) butter and Orbignya oleifera (Babassu) Seed Oil infused with Theobroma cacao (Organic Fair Trade Cocoa and Nibs), Theobroma cacao (Cocoa) Extract, Theobroma cacao (Cocoa Absolute), Emulsifying Wax NF, Glycerin, Stearic Acid, Natural Chocolate Flavor Oil, Honeysuckle Extract (Lonicera Caprifolium Flower Extract, Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract, Water), Citric Acid

Sweet Beauty Chocolate Body Cream is a thick and creamy, well, cream that smells lusciously of chocolate. It comes in a plastic jar, in a two ounce or eight ounce size. The packaging is simple and straight-forward and gives an impression of the natural ingredients the Sweet Beauty Chocolate Body Cream contains. The jar is dark brown in color to protect its natural and organic ingredients. Due to these ingredients, Sweet Beauty Chocolate Body Cream has a six month shelf life and needs to be stored in a cool, dark place. So don’t leave it sitting in your car and forget all about it like I do with some of my hand lotions. However, you won’t want to do that with this Body Cream. The chocolatey smell is so strong and delicious and the cream is so luxurious, you’ll want to use it as often as possible.

I cannot say enough about how amazing Sweet Beauty Chocolate Body Cream smells. I am wearing it right now as I type and with almost every inhale I am practically swooning. The only real downside to this Body Cream is that it makes me hungry. I want chocolate every time I wear it! The scent is truly exquisite.

The rich, lushness of the Body Cream also cannot be overlooked. Sweet Beauty Chocolate Body Cream is so thick and creamy, yet it just melts gently into the skin as I rub it on. It leaves my skin feeling soft, silky, and moisturized. I was actually expecting the Body Cream to be brown in color, but as Sweet Beauty uses no artificial colors, it is a dark cream color that looks very natural.

Sweet Beauty Chocolate Body Cream Pros:
• All natural ingredients
• Thick and creamy
• Smells amazing
• A little goes a long way

Sweet Beauty Chocolate Body Cream Cons:
• I want to eat it!
• It makes me crave chocolate

I am torn between wanting to conserve my Sweet Beauty Chocolate Body Cream and wanting to use it all up immediately. I suppose I will just use it up. After all, it only has a six month shelf life and I can always get more at Babeland. Right now is a great time to stock up on Sweet Beauty Chocolate Body Cream as Babeland has it on sale! So head on over to >Babeland and pick some up for you and the people you love. I know it is a early to think about the holidays, but Sweet Beauty Chocolate Body Cream would make a great Channukah or Christmas gift.

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