Choosing the Right Butt Plug: A Beginner’s Guide

Are you curious about peachy play or looking to level up your backdoor experience? Say hello to butt plugs!

You've probably heard of them before and thought it sounded like some kind of scary medical device but rest assured, the only thing that's scary about these delightful toys is just how delicious your orgasms will be and how much you can't get enough of them!

Did you know, your anus has lots of nerve endings around it? Oh yes, and those delicious nerve endings love a butt plug as it further enhances your pleasure and sends you to an explosive climax. These peachy treats are the perfect addition to any kind of sexual act, whether it’s solo play, coupled penetration or oral exploration, as they bring ultimate bliss to anyone and everyone. So yes, whether you have a penis or a vagina, butt plugs can be used and enjoyed by any gender or sexuality you identify with.

As is with all toys, butt plugs come in all shapes, sizes, colours, vibrations and materials, giving you more room to choose your level of pleasure. Some plugs even have accessories such as tails for your furry fetishes or gems to further elevate your beautiful peach.

Now we know at first glance, these fun-size toys can be a little intimidating but that's what we are here for. We'll guide you through all you need to know from which to choose, how to keep it clean and all the bits and bops in between to ensure your experience is nothing but the best.

The Wetter the Better

Lube is your best friend when it comes to a butt plug. Your anus does not self-lubricate, so we recommend a liberal amount of lube to ensure you gain the most pleasure whilst remaining safe and comfortable. And if you ask us, no lube is ever too much!

When it comes to choosing the right lube, we highly recommend lubricants that are specially formulated for anal pleasure as these are much thicker and last longer, meaning less reapplication. It is also important to remember to use water-based lube if you’re using a silicone butt plug as silicone lube reacts badly with silicone toys.

The Jo Anal Waterbased Thick Lubricant is non-sticky and delivers a smooth feel and extra protection for soft tissue.

If you’re looking for added sensation, you can also try the JO H2O Anal Warming Waterbased Lubricant which provides you with a gentle warming sensation that helps stimulate blood flow and enhances sensations.

Take Your Time

Just like trying out anything new for the first time, remember to take it slow and steady. And even though the sensation may lead you to move quicker, resist the urge as this could be dangerous. Instead, start small, for some that could mean starting with your fingers and inserting one to feel the sensation and then moving onto a small and comfortable butt plug. Through every step of this experimentation, we urge you to be in tune with your body and feelings. Once you feel comfortable enough and are aroused you can move on to the next level.

Always remember that it is important to communicate your boundaries, expectations and concerns with your partner to ensure a safe and consensual sexual experience.

If you need a safe word, create one to further ensure your safety and comfort.

Perfect for Anyone

As we said earlier, butt plugs are for anyone and everyone! No matter how you identify whether it's sexual or in terms of your gender, so long as you have a butt, you can enjoy the peachy perks of a butt plug!

If you're a penis-haver, you'd be surprised to know that the combination of a butt plug and a gentle prostate massage can enhance your pleasure and lead you to immaculate orgasms.

As a vagina owner, you will feel more pressure on the back wall of your vagina while wearing a butt plug which could further enhance your orgasms. Wearing a butt plug during penetration will also feel different for both parties as they reduce the space in the pelvis making your vagina feel tighter and more textured, again bringing undeniable pleasure.

Keep It Clean

If you're new to backdoor play, you may want to be as prepared as possible for a smooth experience. Always ensure to go to the bathroom that day (yes lovers, we mean going to make a number two) as well as having a thorough and good wash. If you want to be extra cautious an anal douche 45 minutes before your experimentation can give you an amazing flush out.

Not sure which to use? Try our best-selling Alive Anal Douche S to help you get the job done with ease.

But the cleaning up doesn't end there. After play, always remember to clean your butt plugs (and other toys) thoroughly by using a product like the Pure Pleasures Wash And Play Adult Toy Cleaner which ensures your toys are squeaky clean and are in tip-top condition for your complete peace of mind and ready for your next round.

Choosing a Butt Plug

Eeep, but there are so many options! Worry not dear lovers, your first time doesn't need to be intimidating. We recommend beginning with a slimmer, smaller and simpler butt plug to get you used to the feeling. Once you’ve been accustomed to the size and feeling and are comfortable, you can slowly work your way up to bigger and badder butt plugs with a little vibration or temperature settings.

A great choice to begin with is our Funny Steel Butt Plug, it’s made of metal which stores heat or cold particularly well, while the silicone handle enables easy handling.

Just something to keep in mind, a must-know peachy rule for ensured safety is to ALWAYS choose a plug that has a flared or wider base to avoid the plug getting sucked up by your anus. Yes, it's possible and no, you never want to experience that.

Research and Safety First

Before going off to indulge in peachy pleasure, do tons of research. And no, it's not embarrassing to do research, the more you know, the better your experience, and the safer you will be and hey, who knows, perhaps you'll stumble on some interesting new ways to find pleasure (just ensure it's safe before partaking in it).

Remember, if it's not designed to be in your butt, please don't put it there! As we said earlier, your anus can suck up anything that's inserted into it which could lead to harmful accidents and that could lead to a painful and embarrassing encounter at the emergency room.

As toys are specifically made for internal application, always ensure that you're using toys that are made from silicone or glass as these can be thoroughly cleaned and won't cause you any infections.

We know, it's a lot to take in but we want to ensure that you have the best experience possible while taking care of your health. Before partaking in some butt plug play, always remember to take it slow, keep it clean, choose the perfect piece for you, do your research and most importantly take a chance on new sensations no matter your gender or sexuality.

Now go out there and experience some peachy delicious pleasure!