Vibrations And Vibrators

Most people enjoy using sex toys but many people don’t actually get as much enjoyment out of them as they might. One of the reasons might be that they have yet to explore and understand their bodies, but this comes with practice and a little research.

What a lot of people don’t realise is that something very fundamental about their sex toys can have a serious bearing on the level of orgasmic bliss derived from a vibrator. Yes, the strength of vibration is important so large and powerful vibrators drive home the stimulation, but frequency plays a part too.

The frequency of vibration in a vibrating sex toy is directly responsible to how the user’s body reacts and therefore the pleasure that the vibrator delivers.

The frequency that pushes your particular orgasmic buttons is as personal as any aspect of a sex toy’s design or construction but there are general rules of thumb that you can use when selecting a toy.

“Deeper” stimulation tends to require a lower frequency of vibration, whereas more sensitive areas need a vibrator with a higher frequency and often a lower, more subtle power.

For example, clitoral stimulation can most often be best delivered by a clitoral vibrator of higher frequency and a gentle touch. Too much power and /or a low frequency will not suit most clitorises, either not resonating in tune with the nerve endings or pounding the clitoris so hard that it loses sensation!

On the other hand a powerful, low-frequency vibrator will be more effective for use internally because then you are stimulating the vagina itself. In fact a powerful enough vibration will give deep and penetrating waves of stimulation throughout the lower abdomen.

So much for constant vibrations – what about “Patterns” of vibrations that are often provided by increasingly sophisticated vibrators? Escalating modes provide an increasing intensity that may smoothly increase and decrease or ramp-up and then drop suddenly. Pulsing vibrator patterns give an exciting staccato beat to enliven the nerves making everything throb and feel alive.

It’s a long way from the simple on-off or twist control vibrators that we all used to know.

Progress is a wonderful thing so take advantage of it and experiment!

G-spot Vibrators

Before we take a look at the various forms of g-spot vibrator available on the market I will explain to the uninitiated exactly what the g-spot is, where you can find it and how the female orgasm is enhanced by stimulating it.

The g-spot or Grafenberg spot (named after the gynaecologist Enst Grafenberg who discovered it) is situated roughly 1 to 2 inches inside the vagina on the front vaginal wall.  It feels like a spongy pad with numerous nerve endings.

Stimulation of the g-spot can result in an intense orgasm and in some women female ejaculation or as it is more commonly know squirting.  Needless to say g-spot stimulation is a very enjoyable form of stimulation and is readily brought about with the wide range of vibrators on the market.

G-spot vibrators can take on many forms but ultimately have a curved shaft to ensure contact with the vaginal wall and that elusive pleasure zone.  The majority of vibrators are made from silicone which feels comfortable to insert as it closely resembles flesh and warms to the body very quickly.

These vibrators vary widely in shape and design, some resemble the classic phallic shape whilst others are more organically formed and look less like vibrators but all have the g-spotting tip that can work its magic.  Some vibrators may be rechargeable which is probably more appealing for those who wish to enjoy the pleasures toys have to offer whilst fostering green credentials.

But unlike battery powered vibes the rechargeable toys don’t warn when they are running low and can let you down at the last minute whereas with a battery powered vibe you can simply pop out the spent ones and replace them.

These vibrators are available as single or dual stimulation toys which offer a clitoral vibrator built in to the shaft just like a rabbit.  It’s question of personal preference as with all toys as to which will work best for you.

Vibrations come on many levels just as you do, some thrum and throb whilst others resonate at higher frequency, personally I prefer vibrators with escalating modes to give variation of stimulation.  Glass vibrators conduct vibrations efficiently up the whole shaft by their very nature of being hard and provide a firm stimulate to those sensitive nerve bundles.

Some g-spot vibrators are configurable to your personal shape as they house a flexible but firm spine which can be bent to fit you.  Not all women are configured the same just as they aren’t all the same height and as such require variation in form to work best for them and this is the perfect solution.

You know when you have the winning formula because you feel like you’ve been hooked just like a prize catch your vibe will catch your vaginal wall upon insertion and extraction and it feels good.  And if your vibe isn’t quite hitting the spot a slight tilt of the hand can enable the tip to make contact with your g-spot more effectively, it’s a question of playing and trying out different techniques some times.

But overall you should know when you have targeted your g-spot because your initial response to being stimulated in such a way should be an overwhelming desire to take a pee.  You then know that you have hit that sweet spot.  Don’t worry you won’t pee, nature had taken care of that, you shouldn’t be able to pass water when aroused, much the same as guys can’t take a pee when they are aroused.  There is a cut off to the bladder which stops that happening.

So go ahead and experiment with the multitude of g-spot vibrators available and enjoy!

Vibrators Where And How

No this isn’t an article about where you should put your vibrator! Well Ok, it is in a way but it’s more about the fact that vibrators are designed for many different purposes and knowing what vibrator to use in what situation can be the key to enjoying your sex toys to the full.

A “conventional” vibrator would be shaped like an erect penis, perhaps have one or two speeds, or maybe a twisting base to control those speeds. Fundamentally it is designed for insertion into a woman’s vagina with perhaps a little clitoral stimulation too. With one vibrating engine and apparently designed with little imagination these devices can be fun but are often not the best sex toy especially as you learn about your body.

There are far more designs and applications than most women realise so we’ll try to broadly explain the types:

“Realistic” vibrators: these can be realistic in terms of shape and colour, though sometimes their shape may be the realistic but moulded in bright colours. Their construction ranges from the simple, one material designs in Jelly or other plastic material to the most realistic made from soft skin-light materials with a more rigid core for the most expensive one. Perhaps the ultimate in realistic vibrators are moulded from real (often porn star) erections.

G-Spot Vibrators: Shaped to curve inside the vagina and massage the sensitive pad of tissue on the front of the vaginal wall these vibrators are particularly pleasurable for women who enjoy G Spot orgasms. They tend to be made from more rigid materials to allow pressure to be applied to the G Spot during use.

Clitoral Vibrators: Tend to be smaller and more abstractly shaped than other vibrators being made to stimulate the clitoris. Because of this they can be compact and many would fall into the “discrete” category bellow because of this. Clitoral orgasms can be brought about very quickly by the correct clitoral vibrator so are a big favourite for women who like a “quicky” and the intense sensation that a clitoral climax gives them.

Anal Vibrators: When using a vibrator anally it is essential that you use a suitable vibrator. Many people do not realise that using a normal vaginal vibrator anally is very dangerous. Any object placed in the anal opening can be drawn inside and removal may entail a trip to the emergency room. So if you do want to try an anal vibrator buy one designed for the purpose with a wide base that stops the sex toy disappearing up your ass!

Discrete Vibrators: Suitable for carrying in a handbag but powerful enough to provide a little relief wherever you are small vibrators are available for women on the move. Just bear in mind that while using a vibrator in the comfort of your own bedroom noise is not an issue, using one in a public place, even out of sight might give the game away. Discrete vibrators may be small but even the quietest can have quite a loud buzz!

Panty Vibrators: Often provided with a remote control these vibrators are slipped into a woman’s underwear, sometimes into a specially made pocket in underwear that comes with the vibrator. The wearer or the partner can then operate the vibrator whilst out and about. This can be great kinky fun but the same warning about noise applies to these vibes :-)

Some vibrators may fall in to more than one of the categories above and they are only meant as a guide to help you during the selection of your sex toys.

Clitoral Vibrators

When people think of vibrators they often think only of those used internally, specifically vaginally, by women. However some women prefer the convenience and speedy climaxes delivered by clitoral stimulation in the form of a clitoral vibrator. It is true that most vibrators can be used to stimulate the clitoris but a vaginal vibrator is both bulkier than a specialised clitoral stimulator and is tuned more to the nerve endings within a woman’s vagina than the super-sensitive bundles of nerves in the clitoris.

Models range from cheap clitoral vibrators to expensive, rechargeable designer models and although a higher price will generally give you a better quality sex toy as with all sex toys every woman will have their own favourites dictated by what their body finds most stimulation.

Clitoral vibrators are easier to transport than a full-sized vibe so are great for a little light relief on the move if slipped into a handbag. They can be a naughty surprise for your partner during impromptu sex, or a way of relieving stress at work if you are that way inclined – though using one in a quiet office is probably not a good idea. Wait for your break periods, LOL!

Many clitoral vibrators are waterproof so can be used in the bath or shower. Because of their size they can be discretely slipped into your panties for hand’s free fun too. With remote controlled models available, some actually built into underwear you can pass the control to your partner and both enjoy the fun.

Power for clitoral vibrators ranges from a tiny button cell, through single AAA size batteries to fully rechargeable models. The latter of course remove the need to obtain batteries for your clitoral vibrator but do need to be charged before use so you will have to wait a few hours after receipt of your new sex toy before you can test it out.

As with other types of vibrators clitoral vibes are commonly made in a number of materials, predominantly ABS plastic, jelly plastic, metal and silicone. Many women find it more comfortable to use a little lubricant with clitoral vibrators to ensure that the sex toy glides over the most sensitive part of their intimate anatomy.

Another application of this type of vibrator is as a general intimate stimulator for men and women. The small size and often high power of these small vibrators make it easy to incorporate them into your love play. In addition to the clitoris they can be used to stimulate nipples, vaginal openings, labia and the anuses of both men and women.  For men particular pleasure can be derived from the use of a clitoral vibrator on the frenulum, perineum and testicles.

A word of caution about stimulating the anus using a vibrator not designed for anal use (i.e. any sex toy not specifically sold as an anal vibrator) – Don’t! You must only use non-anal vibrators externally for stimulation, do not insert into the anus as it is easy for a vibrator to be drawn inside the rectum and removal may necessitate a visit to hospital. If you do want to use an anal vibrator there will be more about this particular type of sex toy on this blog soon.

 

What Is A Vibrator?

A vibrator is a device that is used for and to enhance sexual pleasure. But it did not start that way … apparently.

The first vibrators were created to help doctors who for years had been massaging the vulvas of women who had been diagnosed as having a condition they called “female hysteria” – the concept of this condition seems incredible today but then it was believed that the uterus of sexually ravenous women would “wander” around her body making her “hysterical”. The treatment was for a doctor to rub the affected woman’s pubic area until the condition abated – one presumes at orgasm. The poor old doctors were suffering from hand cramps and fatigue so the mechanical vibrator was born.

One of the first models was steam powered! However technology has advanced since then and vibrators are now available that don’t require a prescription!

Vibrators resemble dildos in that they are used my men and women, internally and externally, vaginally and anally.

Vaginal vibrators can be straight or curved and some even have an internal spine allowing them to the configured to the owner’s personal taste and internal anatomy. Vibrators can have one or more vibrating motors which in contemporary models are usually powered by electricity, or in at least one case a clockwork motor. Sadly for steam enthusiasts we are not aware of any steam powered vibrators in production today.

The shape of the vaginal (internal) vibrator may be smooth, ribbed, bobby or curved to stimulate the entrance or the G Spot. Sometimes vibrators, like dildos are simply phallic, replicating the male penis from small novelty vibrators to huge scale models of a man’s erect penis – some are even cast from the erections of male porn stars.

The most famous vibrator has to be the Jessica Rabbit Vibrator, now copied by the millions and sold worldwide.

Used externally on the clitoris vibrators deliver a different kind of orgasm completely by stimulating the mass of nerve endings in the clitoris. These vibrators deliver an intense and often lightning fast orgasm and tend to be quite small. Clitoral vibrators are often simply smooth bullets that can be slipped into the underwear of the user and worn outside the bedroom. Remote controlled vibrators, some built into specially made panties can be a great toy for couples, allowing one partner to stimulate the other without even touching them and while other people are present. So long as the vibrator isn’t too loud!

Anal vibrators are used by both sexes to stimulate the anus, rectum and in the case of men to massage the prostate through the anterior wall of the lower bowel. Generic, classically shaped anal vibrators with a bulbous head and wide base can be enjoyed by both sexes and are available in a variety of sizes. P Spot (prostate) vibrators/massagers are specially designed to curve around and press on the front wall of the rectum, massing a man’s prostate. This can enhance a man’s orgasm but even the massage provided by these vibrators is pleasurable in itself.

Vibrators are constructed from wood, glass, metal, silicone, ABS plastic even stone.