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The Dildo; A Foundation of Civilization as We Know It

Link ID 27159 Category Society > Sexuality Date Publish Jun 18, 2007 Author Name sscanadamarketing Article Title The Dildo; A Foundation of Civilization as We Know It Article Full Text Dildos played a huge part in the history of adult sex toys. They have been a part of peoples everyday lives since they were used in ancient Greece and the Roman Empire. They're a foundation of civilization, as we know it. Dildos have been around since women have had a sex drive. Historians don't know who invented the dildo, but its popularity is due to the ancient Greek port city, Miletus. Miletan traders sold dildos around the Mediterranean as sexual refuges for lonely ladies. Women in many cultures from Greece, to china, to India and beyond, adored dildos. Dildos are fun, simple and safe, offering you the greatest amount of control of any sex toy. Only you determine the degree and angle of penetration, thrusting speed, and all other creative concepts. It's no accident, and it should be no surprise, that dildos come in such a wide variety of shapes, sizes, colors, and materials. There are about as many uses for dildos as there are people who use them, and with a large and varied market comes a large and varied selection. When shopping for a dildo, imagine you're shopping for your perfect penis. Certain materials are better suited for sharing with a partner and certain shapes are more appropriate for anal play. Each material gives a dildo a certain look and feel, and may have specific cleaning requirements. On one hand you have silicone, which is soft, flexible and almost lifelike to the touch. On the other hand you have plastic, which is hard, inflexible and, as you can imagine, does not feel like human skin. Choosing a dildo, however, does not have to be confusing or overwhelming. The first thing to determine is how you will be using the dildo. Do you plan on using it for vaginal penetration only, or is there a chance you might use it for anal play? Do you plan on sharing your dildo with a partner, or do you anticipate being the only user? Do you think you would like a soft, pliable material or does the idea of a hard, stiff material excite you? Does the appearance of a realistic sex toy turn you on, or would you rather stick with a smaller, smooth dildo that doesn't resemble a penis? The type of material you choose will depend on the particular feel you're going for. If you want a lifelike feel you would probably want to choose a dildo made from Cyberskin, UR3, silicone or one of the other lifelike materials. Each of the realistic materials feel like human skin to some degree or another, and each has very different cleaning and care requirements. Cyberskin is delicate and requires special care while silicone is extremely durable. If you're not too concerned with having the most realistic feeling dildo you might be happy with either plastic or jelly. Plastic dildos are usually hard and inflexible, while jelly dildos are typically soft and pliable. We think the most important thing is to ultimately find a toy that you like. Whether plastic, silicone, jelly or any other material may be secondary, we're sure that you will find a way to enjoy and have fun with your dildo. Traditional Dildos Traditional dildos are a very popular choice. They're usually shaped like a penis, although each differs in regards to how realistic they appear. Most are shaped and colored to look as close to a real penis as possible, without the texture or material used in ultra-realistic dildos. Traditional dildos fall into a range of about 5-inches up to as much as 18-inches for some of the larger models. Popular Traditional Dildos: ballsy super cock,squirmy rooter,classic dong Realistic Dildos Realistic dildos are pretty self-explanatory. They are designed to look and feel like real life dongs. Most are flesh-tone in color and several models are available in "light", "medium" and "dark" soft flesh, to suit individual tastes. Realistic dildos can feel very real and there are several materials used to give that divine feeling of a real mans skin but they are all a true delight. It really depends on what company makes the realistic dildo, but among the popular realistic materials are, Cyberskin, by Topco Love Company, UR3 by Doc Johnson, and Pleasureskin by Adam & Eve. Cyberskin was the first skin-like material developed for sex toys. This material looks and feels very much like human skin. It's smooth, soft, flexible, and it even maintains heat once it warms up. Of all the realistic materials UR3 is probably the easiest to clean and care for. It is a relatively new material and is still being evaluated for durability, but so far it shows a lot of promise. It appears to be more durable than Cyberskin and therefore a bit easier to maintain. There is no doubt, however, that it looks and feels very similar to real skin. Popular Realistic Dildos: cyberskin cybercock,Adam's pleasureskin cock,star performers main attraction,star performers headliner,,iToys UR3 dong,UR3 raging hard-ons,Mr. Softee, Seymour Butts cock Jelly Dildos Jelly dildos are very close to silicone when it comes to look and texture, but are not quite as smooth and lifelike. Jelly is a great material for people who want the realistic feel of a silicone dildo but don't want to pay the higher price for silicone. Jelly dildos can be a little bit stiffer than silicone dildos, but many silicone dildos are extremely soft to begin with. It's just a matter of preference. Jelly can best be described as a soft and pliable material that feels smooth to the touch yet retains some rigidity. Jelly is more porous than silicone - so it isn't wise to share a jelly dildo unless you use a condom. The best way to clean jelly dildos is with warm water. Never use rubbing alcohol to clean jelly, and always use water based lubrication - jelly will degrade if it is exposed to a non-water based lubricant or rubbing alcohol. If you decide on a jelly dildo, it might be a good idea to pick up some cleaner specifically designed for sex toys. The porous nature of jelly makes it harder to remove germs from the surface, but a good sex toy cleaner will kill any bacteria and leave a clean, fresh scent. Popular Jelly Dildos: Carmen's fuck cock, pink jelly cock,clear doc Johnson dong,Tera Patrick's big one Double Dongs Double sided dildos are simply dildos that can be used from both ends. They give double the pleasure, however you chose to use them. They consist of a long shaft with two phallic heads on either end. Most double dildo sex toys come in two standard lengths: 12 inches or 18 inches that allows these sex toys to be shared with your partner or as a masturbation sex toy that offers the option of double penetration for women. Ther are definitely some huge double dongs out there. Double dildos, while classically associate with lesbian sex, can be used by couples of any gender or orientation. These dildo sex toys can be used vagina-to-vagina, anus-to-anus, or vagina-to-anus dildo masturbation. These dildos, like most other dildos, are available in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and colors. Popular Double-Sided Dildos: petite treat jel-lee double dong,clear doc Johnson jelly double dong,Seymour Butts glass double dong Strap on Dildos They're not just for lesbian couples: the power shifting and role-play involved in using a strap-on dildo is arousing for all sexual pairings. Strap-on dildos are dildos that can be attached, if desired, to a harness. Harnesses usually require that the dildo be compatible and that they have a flat or flared base to stay attached during use. The o-ring This is the piece that secures the dildo to the harness and sets the parameters for the width of the dong you can use. Generally, you won't have to worry about its construction, but if you plan on using large or heavy strap-ons you'll want an O ring that's made out of solid metal. In almost all harnesses the O-ring is attached via straps, and this construction allows you to use different sized O-rings and thus different sized dildos. One consideration to keep in mind is that a larger dildo means more sag and a less secure fit in the lesser quality harnesses You should also keep in mind that the width of the dildo has to be smaller than the width of the harness's O ring to fit through it. Most O-rings are at least one and a quarter inch wide, but you should still always check the measurements. Vac-u-loc Some harnesses, come with the Vac-u-lock system from Doc Johnson which fastens compatible dildos to the harness. Something as simple as having a solid conjoining piece between the strap-on and harness is one of the best ways to secure the dildo, and besides the benefits of control and leverage this allows, it also adds to the authenticity of your fantasy role playing by making the penis look like it's actually a part of your body. You can also purchase the Vac-u-loc system separately. One thing you should keep in mind is that while this apparatus does help secure strap-ons, you will be limited to Vac-u-loc compatible dildos. There are, however, extensive lists of compatible harnesses and strap-ons in a wide range of varieties and prices. Popular Strap-On Dildos: new cummers harness,Janine's Strap-On harness & cock, Grrl Toyz bubblegum silicone strao-on,Tera Patrick's universal harness Glass Dildos Glass dildos are very popular items that are not only extremely beautiful and artistic, but safe. Glass dildos are usually made of Pyrex glass, which is an extremely strong, scratch and chip-resistant material, which can be heated up or cooled down in your fridge or freezer for intense variations in temperature. Heat-treated and examined with high tech equipment for scratches, cracks and other flaws, glass dildos are - according to the manufacturer - completely safe for intimate use. Any colors used to maximize the beauty of a glass dildo will be produced from non-toxic materials and, in most cases, FDA approved to ensure ultimate safety. Glass dildos are hypoallergenic, non-porous, and dishwasher safe. Unlike other vibes where you can only achieve a certain amount of temperature variation through using cooling or warming lubes, glass dildos can be heated up or cooled down to your liking. Varying the temperature of a glass dildo on your clit and during penetration intensifies orgasms beyond belief. Another reason for their popularity is that smooth glass equals smooth penetration and an almighty orgasm. Even twisted or curved glass dildos with ridges are smoother than most plastic or silicone dildos, with natural secretions running straight over their surface to make for an amazingly smooth and slippery ride. These works of art are more expensive than most other dildos, but they are extremely beautiful and highly functional. Many women are unashamed to leave them out on their bedside table as a work of art, as well as a well-used sex toy. A well cared for glass dildo will last just as long as any plastic alternative, if not longer. Popular Glass Dildos: E-Glass spine,E-Glass pure pleasure massager, E-Glass hearts delight,sensual swirls pleasure dong About the Author Leila Gabrielle is the sexual expert forSensual Seductions. See more great articles and better sex advice from Leila at Sensual Seductions. Anticipate fulfilling your sexual needs and desires, while you increase your health and sexual well being! Contact the Author send email to sscanadamarketing

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