Strap in- we’re going to the back door like never before, with anal beads leading the way.
Sure, people like to blame millennials for the surge in butt stuff that has been rocking the internet recently- but what don’t they blame on millennials? The truth is, that anal play has been a staple of good sex since before written history. We’re definitely not the first generation to like to experiment with some back door action, and we surely won’t be the last.
Especially now that anal play has become vogue and far less taboo that in previous years. The sheer number of articles, specialty toys, and hushed chats regarding anal play can sometimes feel almost as overwhelming as anal itself. But don’t fret, with the right anal beads and some serious know how, you’ll be on your way to PleasureTown in no time.
We spoke to the experts at The Pleasure Playhouse to get the buzz about what’s happening with butts. “If you’re new to anal play- you need anal beads. No buts about it.” Say the brilliant minds behind the online sex shop. Letting the horrible pun slide, we dug in to find out everything there is to know about the often forgotten, but always legendary, anal beads.
What Anal Beads Offer That Other Toys Can’t
“Anal beads are a must have for anyone who is interested in anal play or anal sex. This is because of their incredible versatility. With shapes and sizes that are capable of pleasing beginners and experts alike.” These guys also say that it’s important to pay close attention to the materials that any toy is made of, to ensure that they will not only be up to the task, but will also be built to last. That terrible word play is on us.
Size
Perhaps the most enticing thing about anal beads is that one string can vary greatly in size. Many anal beads start off with a small sphere and then gradually increase in size. This isn’t just great for stimulating a ton of the nerve endings that are found in the rectum, but it also means that a beginner toy can still provide big sensation (and big beads) for someone who knows their butt stuff. “With other toys, like buttplugs and dildos, they do come in various sizes, but you’ll need to buy more than one if you’re looking to get a different experience from different sizes.”
Sensation
Anal beads offer a sensation that is rarely found with other anally minded toys. Buttplugs and dildos are designed to create a sense of pressure in the rectum- something that can be incredibly enjoyable for people with penises, and those with vaginas alike. Pressing on the prostate gland (for our penile population), or providing a sensation of fullness and helping to “crowd” the vaginal canal, increasing sensation with penetrative vaginal sex (for our vulva toting peeps). Anal beads in the other hand are designed to move around and create intricate and delightfully unexpected sensations that way.
Versatility
What makes anal beads so gosh darn versatile isn’t just their wide array of sizes and styles, but instead how they are used during sex “For some, removing inserted beads slowly during an orgasmic peak can create an even more incredible ejaculatory experience. For others, gentle moving the beads inward and outward is a spectacular addition to foreplay.” The Pleasure Playhouse also reminds us that anal beads are also a great masturbatory device, as they can be manipulated while manually stimulating your genitals, or in conjunction with other toys.
How to Use Anal Beads
While they can look a bit intimidating, anal beads are awesome. And using them is super simple.
Prepare
“It’s always important to make sure you buy anal beads that have a large ring at the end. This ensures easy removal and that your string of beads won’t go missing.” Another important part of any anal play is having toy friendly lube- and lots of it. You’ll need to apply generously, both to the toy and yourself or your partner before diving in. Double check that the lube your using is safe to use with the materials your butt buddy is made from, and always always clean your toy before you start.
Find Your Zone
Again, with the versatility! Anal beads range from super flexible, to shockingly rigid. If you’re new to the world, you’ll want to make sure you pick up anal beads that are nice and flexy. This will make insertion easy, but it will also allow you to move the string around and create wild sensations, stimulating a number of different areas. You can also play with putting them in and pulling a few out, then putting them in again to see how your body best responds to the sensation of beads. Playing is all part of the fun, so don’t be afraid to try different methods of stimulation before you find that sweet spot.
Clean Up
When you’re all done playing, it’s important to clean your toys, yourself, and your playpen. This is because when doing butt stuff, you’re going to encounter some poop. Fecal matter is just part of anal play. It’s perfectly natural and nothing to get weirded out by. Just make sure you keep it clean and all will be well. “The material your anal beads are made from will dictate how they are cleaned” The Pleasure Playhouse says to play close attention to cleaning instructions and follow them to a T. This way your beads will last as long as your interest in anal will. Which will probably be a very, very, long time.