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Vibrators and dildos are relatively intuitive in terms of how they can stimulate and provide pleasure, but how do your other sex toys work?

Pleasure Rings (penisringar): A penis ring keeps the blood in the penis to strengthen and/or prolong the erection. Some become less sensitive and can last longer during sex. Others experience an enhanced sensation and achieve faster orgasm. The effect of penis rings is different for different people. Pleasure Rings are available in three different sizes and are rolled onto the erect penis. One or more rings can be used, try what feels best for you. Use water-based or hybrid lubricant (water + silicone) to facilitate rolling.

NB! Use the penis ring for a maximum of 30 minutes to avoid possible tissue damage.

Vaginal Trainer Set (squeeze balls): Squeeze balls are used to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, e.g. after pregnancy or in case of incontinence. They can also increase the ability to orgasm more easily after a period of use. At all ages throughout life there is an opportunity to train the pelvic floor muscles to increase well-being, sexual desire, pleasure and the possibility of orgasm. That is because the muscles have abundant nerve endings and blood vessels and are sensitive to pressure. When training the pelvic floor, the blood supply to the muscles is increased which, in turn increases sensitivity during sexual stimulation. The squeeze ball is inserted into the vagina about as deep as a tampon and you should not be able to feel it when you are still or moving. As long as you use the squeeze muscles, the ball is held in place. If it slides down, wash your hands and bring the ball back into place and continue squeezing and strengthening your pelvic floor.

For easier insertion and to avoid chafing the mucous membrane, use water-based or hybrid lubricants (water + silicone).

NB! Should not be used anally as they lack an anchor/stop and therefore risk slipping into the anus.

Keep Me Close (panty vibrator with remote control): Can either be used at home in the bedroom or for tickling games when you and your partner are out having fun. Start the vibrator by holding the button on the vibrator for 2-3 seconds until the button lights up purple. Now it is activated, but not running. Now place the vibrator in your underwear how it feels best for you. Most people like to place the raised part on the underside of the vibrator against the clitoris with the charging hole of the vibrator pointing upwards. This way you can also sit down comfortably. Feel free to try! To start the vibrations, press and hold the button on the remote control for 2-3 seconds. With a light press on the remote, the vibrations increase and also change patterns as you continue to press the button lightly. To turn off the vibrations, hold the button on the remote control for 2-3 seconds. Keep Me Close is a good choice if you have difficulty gripping and holding on to things. Ask your partner to start the vibrator as described above, place it on the area you want to stimulate and let your partner control the vibrations with the remote control.

Natural Feel (warming masturbator vibrator): The vibrating masturbator for those with a penis can be used whether the penis is erect or not. Insert the penis into the masturbator and start (hold the on/off button for 2-3 seconds). A small plate, placed some distance from the top of the masturbator, vibrates and stimulates in a way that makes it easier for people with erectile difficulties to reach climax. Enjoy 7 different intensity levels and patterns. If you want heat, press the button with a heat flame for 2 seconds and a pleasant heat will increase after a few minutes. Press and hold for 2 seconds to turn off. Be sure to rinse and clean the masturbator thoroughly after use.

Last updated: 2023.01.06