The anus cannot lubricate itself, so a person should apply plenty of lubricant to the butt plug. People should use water-based or hybrid-style lubricants with silicone butt plugs.

A person should thoroughly clean sex toys after every use. They can clean their butt plug using warm water and mild and unscented dish or hand soap. A person can also clean silicone, stainless steel, or Pyrex butt plugs in a dishwasher. The remote-controlled butt plug from VeDo is similar to many other vibrating plugs, with a wide base and easily insertable tapered tip. It’s waterproof too, for shower play, and comes equipped with 10 vibration modes to choose from. “Give the remote to a lover and go for a date out on the town to get secretly titillated with this toy,” Stewart says.Pros: Warming function; good curve for prostate stimulation; two independently controlled motors, to stimulate both internally and externally; waterproof Never share without cleaning: A person should never remove a butt plug from their anus and insert it into another person’s anus. This can lead to STIs and the spread of Shigella, a germ in feces that can cause diarrhea. After play, always wash your butt plugs and your hands with warm water and ample soap. If you have a vagina, avoid transferring bacteria from the butt to the vulva or vagina, since that can cause infection. (This means you and your partner need to wash your hands before rubbing any of your other genitalia.) Schmit says you can toss silicone plugs in a dishwasher, and our favorite three nonporous materials — tempered glass, silicone, and stainless steel — can be boiled to disinfect them, provided that they don't contain motors. Where can I buy a butt plug, and which one is right for me? If you have a vagina, the butt plug is also a wonderful way to experience double penetration: Slide one in after applying lube and wear it during vaginal sex with a penis or dildo. You can also simultaneously stimulate your clit with fingers or a vibrator. Many people love receiving oral while they have a butt plug in. That said, you don't need a partner to enjoy butt plugs — they make for excellent masturbation companions. In fact, solo sex is a lovely way to explore anal play. The bottom line is that anal pleasure through butt plugs is something anyone can enjoy. What should I know about lube? Editor Tip: Here's a fun feature: The base of each of these plugs doubles as a suction cup. So when you want to indulge in a little self-pleasure, you can attach it to any hard surface and allow it to penetrate you.

Pros: Comes with three different-sized butt plugs ranging from 1 inch to 1.6 inches in diameter; different sensation options: vibrating, weighted, and regular; includes enema, lube applicator, storage bag, and instructional book on anal play; comfortable, flexible bases A person may use a butt plug for various reasons. This can include sexual pleasure or preparation for anal sex. People of any gender and sexuality may use butt plugs. A butt plug is a sex toy that people use for anal penetration and stimulation. Unlike dildos, butt plugs should stay in place after insertion. This can stimulate nerve receptors inside the rectum. Pros: Unique rotating sensation is similar to getting rimmed; 7 rotation settings and six vibration patterns; comes with a remote control that can change the toy’s settings from up to 30 feet awaySome people suggest not having a butt plug inserted for more than 2 or 3 hours. However, this is purely anecdotal and there is no medical evidence to confirm this. Editor Tip: Billy 2's versatility is really where the toy shines. Use it alone to add prostate play to your masturbation routine, with a partner during foreplay, or even try it as a vaginal massager to hit the G-spot. Our bodies may be different but we can all enjoy high-end sex tech.