Things You Should Pay Attention to When Shopping for a Glass Dildo
Glass is one of the highest quality materials for sex toys. So congratulations, you’ve made an excellent choice so far!
The material, however, is just one part of choosing the perfect dildo. Here’s what else you’ll have to pay attention to before buying:
Size and shape: Glass dildos are different from others due to the stiffness of the material. The glass used in sex toy making has no yield at all. This is why the shape happens to be even more important than in the case of dildos made of silicone or cyberskin, for example. A good glass dildo for G-spot stimulation, for example, needs to have a slight curve to hit the right spot. If you’ll be using the toy for anal play, a bit of beading will add to the excitement. Make sure that the design is streamlined enough to ensure easy penetration. Glass is not one of the materials to go oversized with.
Type of glass: The term refers to several materials that have similar properties. If you want the best dildo, however, you should look for borosilicate glass. Borosilicate glass or Pyrex is scratch-resistant and shatter-proof. In addition, it can withstand sudden temperature changes. This is the reason why the specific type of glass is often used in making kitchenware and laboratory containers. In sex toys, borosilicate glass allows for heating or cooling. This is known as temperature play, allowing you to add an exciting new element to your sexual experience. In addition, borosilicate glass toys can be boiled to ensure perfect sanitization.
Length of handle: It’s preferable for a glass dildo to be on the longer side. Since the material is very, very smooth, it can be difficult to grip. If you have a few inches on top of the insertable length, the dildo will be much easier to hold and operate by hand in any way you deem appropriate.
Handmade or mass-produced: One thing you have to understand here is that mass production doesn’t impact the quality of the toy itself. Some people simply prefer handcrafted glass dildos because of the higher attention to the detail and the more distinctive, aesthetic appeal of the respective toy. If you’re looking for a truly beautiful and unique piece, handmade would be the way to go. Keep in mind, however, that handcrafted glass dildos are much more expensive than the mass-manufactured ones.
Care and maintenance requirements: Glass sex toys are very durable and easy to clean. They’re also compatible with all kinds of lube – a nice added perk. Still, you should acquaint yourself with the care and maintenance instructions before buying. High quality glass should not chip or get damaged with regular use. If the toy is being described as very fragile by the manufacturer, chances are that it’s not made of the perfectly safe and extremely long-lived borosilicate glass.
Texturing: A textured shaft is something that we do recommend when getting a glass dildo. Understand the fact that the experience is very different from the use of materials meant to resemble human flesh. Glass is smooth, sleek and solid. For some people, these features aren’t enough to produce a massive orgasm. A bit of texturing – a pronounced head and swirls along the shaft – will come in handy to make insertion more pleasurable and intense.
Intended use and safety features: If you are getting a glass dildo for anal use, make sure that the base is tapered. This isn’t just a practical feature to ensure better grip. Unlike the vagina that has a cervix at the end, the rectum doesn’t just have a natural “border.” As a result, toys that do not have a flared base can easily get sucked up inside. If this happens, you’ll need to visit the ER asap. That’s why glass dildos intended for anal use have a flared base to prevent accidents from happening. This design is especially important in the case of a sleek and smooth material that can be sucked inside your body effortlessly.
Understand the limitations: As already mentioned, glass toys produce a very specific experience. They’re in no way comparable to the dildos made of softer materials. As a result, glass dildos come with some limitations. Because glass is very dense and stiff, it’s nearly impossible to make such a dildo vibrate. Also, the toy is heavy. Hence, it will be difficult to use with a suction cup or a harness. It’s essential to know what you can and cannot do with a glass dildo before getting one. Otherwise, you may end up disappointed with the choice of material.
Colors and visuals: Last but not least, you may want to pay attention to the design of the toy. Glass toys are usually not created to be realistic. They come in bright colors and they often look like works of art. If the visual presentation is important, do pay attention to the color of glass used and the manner in which the toy has been shaped. You have a lot of freedom and many choices to explore. You should definitely do so to get a dildo to satisfy you and appeal to every single sense.
