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Things You Need to Know When Using a Glass Dildo
The dildo may very well be the oldest masturbation toy in history. It’s not hard to imagine cavemen back in the day dulling down their spears to celebrate a successful hunt, or princes and princesses sitting on their own scepters to enjoy the spoils of royalty.
But these days, there’s no need to improvise. Dildo experts and engineers are constantly devising an extensive array of incredibly satisfying, high-quality dildos fit for a king.
Dildos are some of the most widely purchased sex toys around, and there’s a reason for that — variety. There’s a perfect dildo design out there for everyone. Everything is customizable: size, shape, color, texture… and material. Which leads us to the gorgeous, sumptuous world of glass dildos.
I know glass and dildo sound like two words that should never go together, but against all odds, they’re a perfect match. In this article, you will learn everything you need to know about using and owning a glass dildo: what they are, how to use glass dildos, and why you should absolutely add them to your sexual bucket list.
What is a glass dildo?
A glass dildo is… pretty much exactly what it sounds like. It’s a dildo (or similar sex toys) made of glass. They’re beautiful, often hand-crafted, and tend to be more than just simple masturbation tools. Glass dildos can be works of art.
Understandably, there is one concern you might have before purchasing your first glass sex toy. Is it safe? This is the most common question I hear when it comes to glass dildos. So…
Is it safe to put glass sex toys inside of me?
Short answer: Yes, as long as you do your research a glass toy can be perfectly safe. What kind of glass was used to make the toy I’m thinking of purchasing? What process was implemented to strengthen that glass? Below are a few of the things you’ll want to look for when buying a glass dildo.
- Borosilicate glass: This highly durable form, often used to design laboratory equipment, is specially engineered to withstand both thermal and chemical pressures. Borosilicate glass dildos are extremely safe to use!
- Annealed soda lime glass: Soda lime glass is by far the most common type of glass, used for just about every glass product. The process of annealing this glass strengthens it from the inside out by relieving internal stresses over a carefully monitored cooling period. Annealing is also used for borosilicate glass products to achieve the same goal.
- Tempered: Similar to annealing, tempering glass strengthens it from the inside out. However, the process is almost the opposite, wherein the glass is heat-treated as opposed to cooled. Tempered glass is used for car windows, shower doors, fridge shelving, and virtually every other glass product that needs to be both safe and strong.
- Pyrex: I’m sure you’ve heard this name before. Contrary to popular belief, Pyrex is not a type of glass. It’s a brand. Over the years this brand’s manufacturing facilities have been outsourced to China to lower costs, which has greatly diminished the quality of their products. I would steer away from toys that claim to be made of Pyrex, and instead, lean toward annealed borosilicate glass sex toys.
Well-made glass dildos are engineered from high-quality materials using the methods described above. They’re strictly tested to ensure durability. Basically, everything about these sex toys is engineered to guarantee safety.
If you’re still worried, when you first purchase your glass dildo, simply inspect it to make sure it’s solid as a rock. From that point on, as long as you take care of it? There should never be a problem.
The only way you can really damage your glass dildo is by dropping it a few too many times. If you know that you’re a slightly clumsier person, then simply be extra cautious when handling your most valuable possession.
And if you ever do find a small chip or crack in your sex toy, all that means is it’s time to get yourself a new one!
Remember, as long as you purchase your glass toys from a reputable manufacturer, it is a perfectly safe and incredibly satisfying sex toy.
What makes using glass dildos better than others?
When it comes down to sexual experience, there are a few reasons so many people prefer glass dildos to silicone ones.
First off, and most importantly, their tempered glass is one of the safest materials sex toys are made from: the glass is non-porous, hypoallergenic, and completely body-safe. Glass dildos require low maintenance, and won’t harbor bacteria or mold. This makes them perfect for backdoor anal play.
Their durability is another large part of what makes them so enticing. Unlike rubber or TPE (also porous) they won’t degrade over time. One thing they have in common no matter if its for vaginal or anal play, these bad boys are hard to break (but not impossible)
Another reason they’re so desirable is their sheer beauty. Glass dildos are not just sex toys: they’re works of art. Like a snowflake, each glass dildo is different in color, shape, texture, and size — so your sexual companion will always be uniquely yours.
But perhaps the greatest quality of a glass dildo, and certainly what makes them superior to a non-glass dildo, is how quickly they can make you cum from pleasure.
Other dildos bend and move with your body during play, so keeping that pressure on your P-spot or G-spot can be difficult. But glass dildos are as stiff as a rod! When you find your G-spot or P-spot, you can increase the pressure with nothing more than the slightest movement of your hand and that thing will make you sing!
What kind of glass dildos are out there?
There are so many options when it comes to glass toys. Glass dildos are the crème de la crème of the dildo community. Because they’re made of such a perfect material, the possibilities for creating unique shapes, sizes, and textures are endless.
Do you like ribbed or double-ended shafts? Perhaps you prefer a nice wide spiral running up your toy, or a tight coil so you can feel every bump in the road. Maybe you want it to be a little thicker at the top and to taper down toward the bottom. Maybe you need something a bit longer than the silicone options provide.
The options truly never end when the dildo you want is made of glass. And, because glass is so stiff, every sensation is multiplied.
Some glass dildos have a smooth curved surface shape that offers premium control. Others have a solid handle to maximize your grip to allow for more forceful penetration.
Other glass dildos are double-sided. One end might be perfectly smooth, while the other is ridged for a more spontaneous ride along the spectrum of sensation.
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How do I clean a glass dildo?
Cleaning your glass dildo, or any sex toy for that matter is a vital step in safe masturbation. The last thing you want is an unpleasant infection because you skimped on sanitary precautions. Bacteria on glass toys while harder to occur does, if you do not clean them properly and often.
Cleaning a glass dildo is easier than cleaning a lot of toys. Basically, it’s like cleaning anything made of glass. Soap and hot water, the soft side of a sponge, and voila! You’re done. Lukewarm water will be fine but because these toys can be boiled, hot water is generally better than warm water.
You can certainly use anti-bacterial sex toy cleaning solutions to be safe, or if you’re pressed for time (and in your own place), most glass dildos are also dishwasher friendly. If you opt to use a dishwasher, our best advice is to please make sure to use the top rack for safety.
Be sure to clean before and after each use.
What are some fun ways to make glass dildos feel even better?
If you’re still unsure about whether or not a dildo is for you, let’s see if we can seal the deal.
Glass dildos offer more than just sliding it in and out (and in and out and in and out). Increase your pleasure by trying one of the following methods during sex or anal play.
1. Temperature Play
The great thing about glass is how well it holds the temperature, both warm and cold. If you really want to intensify the sensations your glass dildo can give you, try submerging it in some hot or cold water for a few minutes before use.
The feeling of cool icy glass sliding inside you is absolutely euphoric. Your body will quiver from the inside out. The glass will slowly warm up to match your body temperature, giving you a gentle range of experience that moves right along with you. The pleasure from this during anal penetration is unlike anything you've experienced before.
Heating up your glass dildo with warm water is a different sensation entirely. The heat will relax your muscles so you can calmly and easily slide your smooth glass toy deep inside without experiencing the slight discomfort that comes with room-temperature silicone toys. Cool or warm, the benefits will have you begging for more.
2. Partner Participation
Sharing is caring. One of the greatest experiences you can have is to use a glass dildo with your partner.
When you use a glass dildo with your partner you build trust and removes the focus factor required to drive your own proverbial car. You can just lay back and enjoy the ride while your favorite person steers you to climax.
Using your dildo with a partner also offers you the opportunity to explore those hard-to-reach spots that you might not be flexible enough to hit on your own. Let your partner take control and find new pleasure and blissful territory deep inside.
3. Vibration
If you’re looking for something a little extra, consider a vibrating sex toy.
Many brands now offer glass dildo products equipped with built-in vibrators or vibrating bases your dildo can slide right into for maximum stimulation. Because of the strength of your super-safe glass dildo, there’s no need to worry about the integrity of your toy. Simply enjoy the pleasure of that extra stimulation and easy clean-up!
4. Lube
One thing that glass toys are not is self-lubricating. No matter if you are using it for anal or vaginal, you are going to want to lube up your toy. The great thing is though you can use any type of lube you want and your toy will be safe.
If you are using anal sex toys, you can enjoy silicone, oil, or water without much worry. If vaginal is your thing, stay away from oil and stick with the water-based or silicone-based lube.
When dildos are made of glass they get very slippery with lube so hold on tight, if you drop it enough, it might break.
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How do I find the glass dildo that’s right for me?
When it comes to discovering what toy is perfect for your anatomy, it’s all about exploration.
Maybe, for you, it’s all about finding the right length or thickness. Perhaps you’re looking for a curved glass dildo to aid in grip control. You can even explore double-ended options, which offer two distinctly unique experiences.
The wonderful thing about glass dildos is that they don’t get jealous. Try out a variety! Ribbed and ridged, vibrating or heated: there’s no better way to learn about what makes you tick than to dig deep and enjoy new things.
If glass isn’t your thing, worry not! When it comes to dildos the options never end. From metal dildos — perfect for temperature play — to skin-like vibrating silicone ones that will shake you up inside and out, you’re sure to come across something you’ll absolutely love. Find your perfect match today.