How Long to Wear a Butt Plug?

What Is a Butt Plug?

A butt plug is usually a conical-shaped object that is designed for sexual pleasure, and it is inserted in the anus. It sits on the anal sphincter, providing a feeling of stretching and pressure, making you feel full and aroused, as the anus is filled with thousands of nerve endings that, when properly stimulated, provide immense pleasure.

How Long Should You Wear a Butt Plug?

How long you can safely wear a butt plug depends on several important factors, but overall, you can wear it for about 1 to 2 hours without any problems. But one of the most critical factors about safely wearing a butt plug is your experience level and the size of the butt plug you use. Regarding your experience level with butt plugs, here are some important aspects:

• Beginners should wear a butt plug for a shorter time, usually for about 30 minutes. Beginners may not be used to the sensations the butt plug provides. It is why, if you are a novice, you should limit your butt plug-wearing sessions, at least until you gain some experience and learn how to control your body.
• Intermediate users can wear a butt plug for longer, as they already know what to expect regarding anal play. For most intermediate-level users, it translates to wearing a butt plug for up to one hour at a time.
• Experienced users can wear a butt plug a lot longer, as their bodies are used to the sensations and know how to control their reactions. It translates to experienced users being able to wear a butt plug for two hours or more.

The key thing when wearing a butt plug is to listen to your body and be aware of the sensations. If you start to feel discomfort or pain, then stop and remove the butt plug, as pain is always an indicator that something is not right.

Butt Plug Use Considerations

Now that you know how long you can wear a butt plug, let’s outline some considerations related to butt plug use. We have covered this topic at length in our blog, where we discuss how to choose a butt plug, how to measure butt plugs, and even how to use a butt plug. So, here are the main things to note when using a butt plug:

• Always choose an adequate size butt plug – we advise you to start with a smaller butt plug and slowly work your way to a larger model. Beginners should start by using anal trainers and then choose a butt plug size that they can comfortably manage.
• Always choose a butt plug made from body-safe materials – we favor silicone, glass, and metal, as these are non-porous, smooth, and body-safe materials that are phthalate-free and easy to clean.
• Always choose a butt plug with a flared base – the flared base of your butt plug is crucial as it prevents over-insertion and allows you to wear it for longer with ease.
• Always choose a suitable lube – lube is a must when you engage in anal play. The anus is not self-lubricating, so we advise you to use a quality water-based lube with your silicone sex toys and use silicone-based lube with your glass and metal anal toys.
• Always pay attention to hygiene – clean your body and your butt plug before and after every use to prevent bodily harm. Take a shower and do an anal douche if you want to feel extra clean; wash your but plug with soap and warm water or sex toy cleaner to ensure it is clean.

Butt Plug Safety Tips

Now that we covered the basic considerations for using a butt plug, here are some vital tips on butt plug safety:

• Stop if you feel pain – if you start to feel pain or discomfort when playing with a butt plug, stop immediately and take a break. If the pain persists, then remove the plug and engage in other activities. If the pain eases, you can continue with your playtime.
• Avoid numbing creams and lubes – we strongly advise against using numbing creams or lubes with numbing agents, as these can mask the pain and discomfort and cause more problems than pleasure.
• Don’t use a butt plug if you have hemorrhoids or anal fissures. Be cautious when you engage in anal play with any health problems, and consult with your doctor before, just to be on the safe side.
• Engage in aftercare – anal play can make people feel vulnerable, which is why we advise you to always partake in aftercare with your partner. The emotional and physical comfort can mean a lot and will complete the experience.

The Bottom Line

Using a butt plug is exciting; as long as you use a butt plug size, you can safely manage and wear it for as long as it feels comfortable. We covered the basics above, and we want to invite you to browse our blog, where we have a lot more helpful guides. Please check out our sex toy store, where you will find an impressive array of anal toys, vibrators, dildos, male toys, BDSM tools, and all the essentials to enjoy better sex.