So you’re interested in glass toys, eh? But what do you really know about glass beside that it’s… Well, glass? Maybe you’re afraid to use glass, or maybe you already do use glass. Maybe you just want to know more about what you are putting inside of your body, and what to look out for. Here are some of the best tips on using glass sex toys, so get comfy and read on!

Tip #1: Do your research!

If you see a glass toy that you think you will like, be sure to look around and see what others thought of that toy. Chances are, someone just like you will describe qualities/dislikes about that certain glass toy that will relate to your specific question. You may wonder if the texture was painful, or if it was too thick for your anatomy. Questions like that are best answered by others who have used that toy.

Tip #2: Know your glass!

There are actually a few different types of glass used to make sex toys. There is borosilicate glass, which is used by Xhale glass, or Pyrex glass which is used by many companies including Icicles and SSA Glass. These are the two most common types of glass used to make sex toys. There is also a material that is more inexpensive called Cyberglass. (editors note: Pyrex glass is borosilicate glass. Pyrex is simply a brand name.)

Glass has the highest safety rating of all sex toy materials. It is non-porous, and absorbs no bacteria. You can keep these toys for years and years without having to throw them away. Glass toys eliminate the need to use condoms with your toys, and any lubricant can be used during play.
Glass toys will not break inside of you, and will rarely break when dropped. Pyrex, Cyberglass and borosilicate glass will only break into pieces, and will not shatter under most circumstances. There is one circumstance listed under the next tip, so please read on.

Tip #3: Care and Maintenance

If you are going to use glass, you have to know how to clean and care for it. The cleaning is fairly easy, and can be done a number of ways. A 10% bleach, 90% water solution is one option. You can also boil, dishwash, or use any antibacterial toy cleaner/ hand soap. Any one of these methods work just fine.

All glass toys should be closely examined after taking them out of the box. You should look closely for air bubbles, imperfections, and cracks. Air bubbles are a serious health hazard, and can cause glass toys to break under pressure. This means you cannot dish wash or boil this piece of glass or else it can potentially shatter. Imperfections and cracks can also lead to breakage, and harm to your own body.

If you recognize any of these deformities to your glass sex toy, send a support ticket to EdenFantasys or call the store you purchased your toy from, and let them know you want to return your toy due to a safety hazard.

Storing your toy is quite simple. Find a place where you know your toy can rest safely. This means a place where your toy cannot fall or be knocked over. Preferably a padded drawer or box. EdenFantasys.com offers a range of wonderful toy boxes and pouches to fit all of your storage needs.

Tip #4: Choosing your toy

After you have gone over all of these guidelines, and you are sure that glass is something you would like to explore, you can start shopping! I have been using glass for years, and I recommend starting off with something simple. Try to get the feel of a more simple toy before going on to a glass toy with extreme textures.

Some great, simple toys are the Inked Glass Shaft by California Exotic or the Lucid Heart by WHK GmbH. These toys can both be used anally or vaginally, and are simple without a lot of texture. If you want to go with something that has some texture, try the Violet Wonder by SSA Glass. It has a two ends; One with 4 bulbs, and one smaller side that is swirled.

Tip #5: Temperature Play

Temperature play is one of the most admired qualities with glass sex toys. This is the main reason many people experiment with glass. It is easy to do, but you have to know the do’s and don’t’s of temperature play.

Glass toys can be microwaved, but only for a few seconds. No more than 15 seconds is enough to heat a glass toy without burning yourself. They can also be refrigerated for 30 minutes or longer, but should never be put in the freezer. An easier idea is to keep a bowl of ice water or hot water near your bed. You can dip your toy into the bowl to heat or cool it as much as you need, without overpowering the temperatures.

Always avoid going from hot to cold temperatures quickly. Let the toy warm or cool to room temperature before changing temperatures.

Glass holds temperatures well, and for a long time. So, be careful not to use too hot or too cold of a temperature, or it can cause discomfort.

Tip #6: Glass is glass

Most of all, glass is glass. It is incomparable to silicone, UR3, or even food grade plastics. Glass toys are heavy, with lightest weights of around half a pound. This may not seem like much, but your vagina and anus will feel the difference. Hold the toy in your hand, and get used to the way it feels before engaging in any play.

The weight of a glass sex toy goes hand in hand with the firmness. Obviously, glass does not bend, so you are going to have to be more careful. If you thrust too hard, particularly in the vagina, the weight and the firmness are going to hurt you. One of the most common injuries from glass sex toys is a bruised cervix. You can usually tell you have done this when you get a sudden sharp pain deep in your vagina. It usually goes away almost instantly, but you will definitely feel it the next day.

When you first try out your glass toy, give it a test run. Practice inserting your toy slowly. Do this both anally, or vaginally – whichever you prefer. Remove your toy, and repeat this step until you feel comfortable that you can insert your toy without hurting yourself. Once you feel certain that you have perfected insertion, you can begin to slowly thrust your toy. Start off as soft as possible, and see how that feels. You might notice that even thrusting softly brings on stronger sensations than other toys. Give yourself a good hour at least to practice this.

Now that you know all about glass toys, I hope that you will give them a try. There are so many to choose from, so take your time on deciding. As long as you take care of your toys, they can last for an entire lifetime of fun!