How to Use a Vibrator
Written by: Lucy
Published on 18/09/2020
Medically reviewed by Dr. Megan Fleming on 18/09/2020
Whether yours is clitoral or classic, rabbit or remote control, these are our top recs to help you maximise your vibration elation.
Much like there is no one type of vibrator, there is no one way to use them. Check the rest of our advice for more specific advice on using clitoral vibrators, bullet vibrators, rabbit vibrators and more.
But you need to start at the beginning, so read on for our best all-around advice that'll help you get the most out of your favourite vibe, no matter what shape and size.
Use the right lube
You can use vibes all over your body, and most of those places do not self-lubricate (it's a skill that only the vagina really excels at). With that in mind, it's important to always use lube and further to use the correct one for what kind of vibrator you plan to play with.
“The more lubed up you and the toy is, the easier it is (at least for me) to find that 'sweet' spot where my clitoris likes it most.” - laluz
The biggest factors in determining what kind of lube you can use are what the toy is made of and where you intend to use it. Water-based lubricant is compatible with absolutely every kind of sex toy and comes in anal varieties for toys going in your backdoor.
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Explore the settings first
Some vibrators have a lot of buttons. With functions like warming and thrusting becoming common alongside vibration, getting busy with your new vibe can get kind of complex.
“These different settings enable her to change things up, and often when she's near to climax she will change the setting, which will then finish her off and entice a huge orgasm, which has her shaking.” - His Point Of View
To avoid any embarrassing (and possibly painful) mishaps, take a minute to test-drive all the buttons and switches before your start playing for real. You can even use it as a kind of foreplay - just imagine those functions getting to work on your sensitive spots while you watch what your toy can do.
Share with your beau
While app control and remote control vibrators inspire sharing with a loved one, even the smallest bullet vibrator can become a huge turn-on when share it. If your partner’s interested in using vibrators together, they can add exciting new thrills to foreplay or sex and also help you discover pleasure points you may not have realised you had.
“I have also held it against the end of my husband’s penis and watched him orgasm almost as fast as I did.” - lovepuff14
Why not give your partner first pick from your top three vibes and add their choice of toy to your next play session together? You can use it on yourself while they watch, pass the controls to them or even see how much pleasure you can deliver by using it on them.
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