Sex Toy Glossary

Contactless clitoral stimulation using pulsating air pressure instead of direct vibration. Popularized by Womanizer and Satisfyer for intense orgasms.

Pure silicone with no fillers, ideally platinum-cured. It's nonporous, so it cleans completely, and it's the material to look for in a sex toy.

Borosilicate glass is non-porous, hypoallergenic, and virtually indestructible under normal use. Excellent for temperature play and precise stimulation.

A dildo with a firm inner core and soft outer layer — the closest silicone gets to feeling realistic.

A base wider than the shaft that prevents a toy from being fully inserted — mandatory for safe anal use. No flared base, no anal play. Period.

Can survive submersion in 1 meter of water for 30 minutes — safe for bath and shower use. The standard waterproof rating for quality rechargeable sex toys.

A material with no microscopic holes — can be fully sanitized and won't harbor bacteria. Silicone, glass, and stainless steel are all non-porous.

Contains no phthalates — chemicals used to soften plastics that are linked to hormone disruption. Essential for body-safe toys; avoid jelly and PVC.

The highest-quality silicone curing process, using a platinum catalyst instead of tin or peroxide. Produces purer, odor-free, medical-safe silicone.

A walnut-sized gland 2-3 inches inside the rectum, often called the male G-spot. Curved massagers target it for intense, full-body orgasms.

The muscles that hold up your bladder, bowel and uterus or prostate. They contract during orgasm, and Kegel exercises or kegel balls train them.

The two types of vibration quality — rumbly (deep, powerful) is generally preferred over buzzy (surface, tingling).

Rechargeable toys are more powerful, last longer, and generate less waste. Batteries are cheaper upfront.

316L surgical stainless steel — non-porous, weighty, and perfect for G-spot and prostate stimulation. Lasts forever and works great for temperature play.

Ultra-long-lasting and waterproof, but it can damage some silicone toys, so check with the toy's maker first. Best for anal play, shower sex, and skin-on-skin use.

A concave base that sticks to smooth surfaces for hands-free use — also counts as a flared base for anal safety.

A soft, stretchy, porous material used in budget sex toys and male masturbators. Realistic feel but requires regular replacement due to hygiene concerns.

Pre-programmed rhythms and intensity sequences built into vibrating toys. Most people prefer steady vibration, but patterns shine with app-controlled play.

IP ratings tell you exactly how water-resistant a toy is — IPX7 for submersion, IPX5 for splash-proof.

The universal default — safe with all toy materials, condoms, and easy to clean. Needs reapplication.