Most customers are intrigued by glass dildos. Incredibly smooth and beautiful, it's difficult not to 'ooh' and 'aah' over them! Solid glass delivers uniquely sleek and weighty sensations which seduce G-spots and P-spots in next to no time. But, as a sex toy material, glass often raises questions and worries. This blog post answers the most common questions about glass dildos.
Are Glass Dildos Safe?
The number one question asked about glass dildos is whether they're 100% safe to use as sex toys. This isn't surprising - putting anything that could cut or hurt your most delicate area is an understandably scary notion!
Rest assured, folks, glass toys are safe to use. They won't crack inside you, no matter how passionate your moves become. Any glass dildo you purchase from Sh! is extremely tough, durable and won't break when used to massage soft areas like the vagina.
However, glass dildos must be handled carefully when you're finished enjoying using them because even toughened glass can chip or break if bashed about.
- Avoid dropping glass toys onto hard floor tiles when cleaning them.
- Handle glass carefully around hard surfaces such as bathroom taps.
- Store your glass toys in padded bags.
For your peace of mind, we recommend checking your glass dildo before and after every use. Run your hands and eyes over it, examining it for any chips or cracks before getting down to play.
To fully enjoy any sex toy, you have to be confident it can't hurt you. Checking your glass dildo is still as strong, tough and undamaged as the day you bought it is crucial psychologically as well as physically.
With careful cleaning, handling, and safe storage, glass toys are perfectly safe to play with.
Are Glass Dildos Hygienic?
Sex toys and dildos made out of glass are hygienic and body-safe.
Glass is 100% non-porous, so don't absorb body fluids or lube. This makes them easy to clean. You can even sterilize glass, which is good practice if you plan to share your toy with a partner or play with it vaginally and anally. Cleaning your glass toy between orifices ensures bacteria-free play, which is crucial for sexual health.
Do I Need to Use Lube With Glass Toys?
We always recommend using lube with sex toys, including those made from glass.
Even though glass is sensually sleek, a drop of lube will transform your glass dildo into a divine plaything. A tiny drizzle goes a long way, turning your glass dildo into a super-slippery pleasure provider and making your lube bottle last a long time!
Glass pairs well with water-based and silicone-based lube, so you can always use your favourite slippery stuff.
How to Play with a Glass Dildo?
- G-Spot Play
Glass dildos are versatile sex toys. Solid dildos are amazing for G-Spot stimulation, for example. The G-Spot prefers the firm pressure that hard toys deliver, so a well-designed glass dildo is perfect.
Choose a glass toy with a gently curved tip or a bulbous end for more accurate stimulation. We recommend using a 'juicing' motion (round and round massaging) rather than a thrusting in-and-out motion, especially if you're new to G-spot play. This makes it easier to wake up the elusive G-spot.
- Anal Play
Glass butt plugs are designed for anal pleasure, but glass dildos can also be used for bum fun as long as they have a flared base or long handle to hold on to. Even with these safety features, it's still important to be very careful with any glass toys destined for the butt.
Always keep a firm grip on glass anal toys because they can become super-slippy and slip away from your grip. Wipe excess lube from your fingers and the base of the plug or dildo to avoid slippery accidents.
Sex toys made from glass are unyielding, which can feel overwhelming for newbies. We recommend anal newbies start with something softer and more flexible, such as butt plugs made of silicone.
How Should I Clean & Care For My Glass Dildo?
Many glass toys come in soft, padded storage pouches. It's best to store glass dildos in these as the padding offers extra protection if you drop your toy or it knocks about in your drawer.
Glass dildos are super easy to keep clean. For instant bedside cleaning, give a spritz of Sh! Sex Toy Cleaner and wipe. Or, wash your glass dildo thoroughly with soap and hot water. You can even use a soft toothbrush for cleaning nooks and crannies. Rinse well and air dry or polish dry with a lint-free cloth. Once the glass toy is fully dry, pop it into its storage bag.
Want to sterilize your glass toy? The easiest way is to lower it into a bowl of boiling water and leave it for a few minutes. Remove carefully with tongs (the glass will be hot) and let the glass cool down before touching it.
Some non-vibrating glass dildos can be sterilized in the top rack of a dishwasher (without soap or pots and pans) if you can't be bothered with pans and tongs.
5 Glass Dildo Sex Tips
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Popping your glass dildo in the fridge for 20 minutes before playing on a hot day will help cool you down!
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If it's cold and you need to warm up, run your glass dildo under warm (not hot) water for a few minutes.
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Add a vibrating ring for additional clitoral stimulation during play. Slide the ring over the shaft of your glass dildo, and you have a new, exciting toy to play with!
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Glass dildos have two ends, both of which are for use. Experiment with both ends - you may find one end more stimulating!
