Anal beads

How to choose anal beads

Anal beads are a row of balls joined together, inserted one at a time and removed slowly. The sensation comes from each bead passing the sensitive muscles of the entrance, which many people enjoy just as much as the feeling of fullness.

Graduated sizes

Graduated beads start small at the tip and grow larger towards the base, so you can go as far as feels comfortable. The Loving Joy Triple Ripple Anal Beads increase in size along their length, which makes them a good place to start. Begin with only the first bead or two and add more as you relax.

A retrieval ring or handle

Choose beads with a sturdy retrieval ring or flared handle that stays outside the body. It gives you something to hold and stops the beads going too far. The Loving Joy Anal Love Beads have a retrieval ring.

Flexible or rigid?

Flexible beads on a soft silicone stem follow the body's curves and are easier for beginners. Rigid designs, including Toosh's metal remote-controlled beads, hold their shape for firmer, more controlled movement and can be warmed or cooled.

Vibrating beads

The Loving Joy 10 Function Vibrating Anal Beads are made of silicone and add vibration through the whole stem, while Toosh's remote-controlled designs let you or a partner change settings without reaching round.

Materials and cleaning

Silicone and metal are non-porous and easy to clean thoroughly. Jelly and TPE are porous, so they can hold on to bacteria; keep them for personal use, clean carefully and replace them regularly. Check each product's details for its material.

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