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Make Me Cum Clit Sensitizer
$9.95
from Adam and Eve
I was shopping Adam and Eve one day. My husband had given me a $50 limit and I wasn’t quite up there. I figured I might as well spend the whole $50 and looked for a cheaper product to add to my cart. I spotted this product and figured it might make things a little more interesting. Who doesn’t desire more orgasms. However, Adam and Eve’s Make Me Cum clit sensitizing gel did not.. make me cum. I cannot say for sure that it did not aid in this pursuit but if it did, its effects were not obvious enough for me to say that it’s a good investment.
Make me cum is a clear gel which comes in a 1/2 ounce jar and, for what it does, I find the normal price tag of 9.95 to be pretty exorbitant. I mean, this jar is just small. I wasn’t expecting something huge but I did not realize I was paying so much for so little. It’s about the same size as those small jars of eye cream. You’re not getting much.
With that said, you don’t exactly use a whole lot (although, I suppose you could if you really wanted to sensitize your clitoris). I usually dab my finger in the jar once or twice then rub the gel around my clit. Now, I don’t know about the rest of the female population, but the area in between my legs isn’t usually bone dry so I sometimes worry if I am getting a good concentrated amount actually on my clit. I suppose, were I so inclined, I could make sure to pat myself extra dry. But I’m not.
What is in the jar is a tasteless and mostly odorless gel. There was a faint medicinal scent which wasn’t necessarily unpleasant and neither smell nor taste has ever been noticeable to my husband when I have applied Make Me Cum. The active ingredient of which is L-Argenine, which, according to About.com is :
an amino acid that has numerous functions in the body. It helps the body get rid of ammonia (a waste product), is used to make compounds in the body such creatine, L-glutamate, and L-proline, and can be converted to glucose and glycogen if needed.
L-arginine is used to make the nitric oxide, a compound in the body that relaxes blood vessels. Preliminary studies have found that L-arginine may help with conditions that improve when blood vessels are relaxed (called vasodilation), such as atherosclerosis, erectile dysfunction, and intermittent claudication.
So I would assume that applying this topically would loosen up muscles in the clitoral area, allowing blood flow to my clit to increase. Thus, my clitoris would be more erect and more sensitive. The science makes sense but just because my clitoris is more engorged does not necessarily make anything more pleasurable or guarantee more orgasms.
I have used this before masturbation and sex. I like the idea of applying the gel because I think I might get laid. It makes me feel a little naughty like I have a little secret which no one else knows. I become more aware of my sexuality but I think it’s more placebo effect than the result of this clit sensitizer.
Once applied, this gel does 1 of 2 things for me. It either does nothing at all or I feel a general sort of heat happening around my clit. Now, I suppose this means that the gel is working and blood is rushing to my clit but the heat is more unpleasant than pleasant. I don’t feel particularly aroused or more sensitive but some stimuli do seem to be a bit more intense.
But perhaps the big test of success here should be whether or not I do experience an increase if the “frequency of orgasm” as the jar states. I have to say that, I have experienced mixed results and it is a bit difficult to pin the success of failure or orgasm on this gel alone or on surrounding circumstances.
About half the times I used this gel, I did feel like I had a better orgasm. The times which comes to mind were also more pleasurable sexually intimate experiences in general so that may have increased my pleasure more than this jar. Even with better orgasms, they were not easier and I would assume that a product which induces more orgasms should also make them easier to achieve. Otherwise, where exactly does “more frequent” come into play?
The rest of the time, there was no discernible effect when it came to quality or frequency of orgasm. Period. These were usually the times when I also felt no stimulation from the gel after application.
The bottom line is I think this is an overpriced product of which the only strength is the placebo effect. If you want, you can let yourself think this product is awakening your clit. If this gel did anything at all, it made my clit feel warmer and may have increased the enjoyability of my orgasms. However, I cannot say it did so for a fact. Furthermore, I have no conclusive evidence that Make Me Cum clit sensitizer increased the frequency of my orgasm. As the advertised purpose of this product, I would call it a failure and I cannot recommend it to anyone else.
If you’re interested in similar products, check out my review for one by Intimate Earth.
Devine Toy Box
When I first saw this toy storage container from Devine Toys, I fell in love. It was exactly my style and the red with black lace was gorgeous. It looked classy with perhaps a touch of gothic style, well made and the ability to lock away my most personal items from prying eyes was definitely a plus.
When it arrived, the shipping box was smaller than I expected but there was not a lot of wasted space or packaging. The Devine Toy box comes with some promotional material as well as a sample of Afterglow wipes which are made by the same company. One of the flyers is folded in three parts and with some organizational creativity, you see a different message depending on whether or not the flaps are open or closed. The inside of the flyer includes information about Devine products and the back introduces Devine’s “new” Afterglow wipes. Another promotional piece focuses on the Afterglow wipes themselves.
The Devine Toy box, as described in the flyer, is 10″ by 5″ by 5″ and made of faux leather. There are 6 style options total, 2 of which are made with lace, including mine. (The other colour listed is purple but I have seen blue so I wonder if it has been discontinued).
The lace parts seem to be sort of pillowy and I suspect have another layer of fabric and foam beneath the fabric which is visible. Black lace is laid over red fabric on the top, back and front panel which folds over and through which a small metal loop is placed to lock this box. When the box is opened, the top does not fall all the way back. Rather, it’s held open with a ribbon sewn into the inside of the box which is lined with a red satin material.
The rest of the box (top, bottom, front and sides) and is made of a very nice faux leather. On the bottom of the right side, toward the back, the Devine logo is stamped/etched into the material but this is not overly noticeable nor does it take away from the appearance of the box.
Put it all together and you have a fine looking storage solution for your sex toys. In fact, I was really blown away by the aesthetic appeal of this piece. It was the main reason I wanted it and I certainly wasn’t let down when I gazed at it, face to face. My husband was even impressed and it was immediately obvious that this box would not be shoved under the bed nor tucked in the closet. It’s size and appearance make it perfect to sit atop a bedside table and the lock provides extra security if that’s an issue.
The padlock and 2 keys Devine provides with this toy box are a polished silvery metal which matches the hardware o the box itself. The flyer depicts the Devine logo on the lock but this is not true. This set isn’t exactly an impenetrable force. I was able to pick the lock with 2 paperclips and the keys are rather generic. The bad news about this is that it means it doesn’t take a lot of effort to break into your toy box. If security is an issue. I would buy a stronger lock (although not all sizes may fit) The good news is, if you lose the keys, it doesn’t take a lot of effort to break into your toy box.
And losing these keys is probably easier than I’d like it to be. Although there are holes in the keys so that they can be slid onto your keyring, they’re rather small. I found it more difficult than usual to slide the tiny key onto my keyring and think a necklace or ball chain might be a better option especially because a smaller key becomes a little hard to use on a ring full of keys.
Lock and keys aside, because I honestly may never use them besides for show, I really enjoy this box. It works perfectly on my nightstand. Now, this isn’t the box you used to store every toy you use nor is it the box you cram as full as you can. No, this is the box you use to display and keep the best of your collection close at hand for those moments both expected and unexpected. It will have a permanent home next to my bed.
In order to easily access all my toys, I do not want to overload the Devine storage box. I have only one layer of items in it, save for a packet of toy wipes which move easily out of the way. I can comfortably fit these items inside the box:
I think this is a fair assortment of toys to always have at hand. If the box were just a tad larger, I’d be able to fit my Miracle Massager in it but I am only a bit disappointed. The Devine toy box will also not fit taller bottles of lube and bigger vibrators and dildos comfortably but this is okay for me. The one reservation I do have, is I’m not sure how sturdy the ribbon which holds the top of the box is and even its existance is a bit sketchy. I am constantly pulling the box open too far because I forgot about the ribbon and I think I could break the ribbon of possibly damage the inside lining. I personally wouldn’t mind if the top of the box went further back so I don’t think the ribbon is necessary.
Whether you need bedside storage for your jewelry, vibrators or favourite book, Devine’s Toy Box is small enough to be unobtrusive, beautiful enough to make you smile, discreet enough to be overlooked and lockable so that you can rest assured your toys are safe. It’s a great storage solution for any toy lover and one I am definitely glad to add to my collection.
Durex Quiver Freezable Lubricant
Even though I liked this product, Durex no longer makes it.
If you’re into temperature play (a form of sensation play) and like to spice things up or perhaps just provide a little shock to your lover, I would definitely check out Durex “Quiver” Freezable Lubricant. We’ve been calling them Lube Cubes because a) it’s not such a mouthful and b) it sounds cool. In fact, “cool” is probably the best word I can think of to describe these little cubes of lubricant; both its temperature, concept and application are cool.
The concept of freezable lube probably isn’t based on anything new or even all that complex. Someone probably popped lube in a few trays before and using ice cubes is popular. But prepackaged lube cubes takes it to the next step. Instead of melted water dripping down your body (unless you like that) which you have no use for, you can actually used the melted lube.. as lube.
The Freezable Lubricant comes in a typical Durex style plastic “box” with 6 lubricant cubes. Initially liquid, the instructions say to pop the lube into the freezer at least 2 hours before play. The cubes are actually half sphere shapes in packages that look like larger version of pill foils and you pull the foil back to release the cubes. There are 3 pairs of lube cubes (which do detach from eachother).
I popped a set of 2 lube cubes into the freezer almost immediately and waited anxious for a chance to use them. I wasn’t sure how much we might need but the packaging says they can be frozen up to 6 times which I think is an awesome quality. If you take out too much or don’t use a whole cube, it can be popped back in the freezer for the right time.
While I was excited about this concept, my husband just didn’t “get it.” I suppose he didn’t see the point. The box suggests using it for a massage and I think it would work well if you want to experiment with cold temperatures. We used it around nipples and my vulva. The lube melted pretty quickly against body heat (but didn’t seem to melt as quickly in the package so you could leave it on the nightstand without having to worry it will melt in the first minute.
I really enjoyed the cool sensation. It was not actually as cold as I would have expected it; I was expecting more of a cold shock and it wasn’t there, just a pleasant coolness. It may have felt cooler on our fingers. My husband wanted to drop it pretty fast so we just popped it back in the package and refroze it; the package-does advertise them as single use, however. I think we used about half of the cube. If you’re using a large penis/toy, trying anal play or do a full massage you would likely use more but for our average sessions, 1 cube is more than enough.
I must admit I’m curious if this could be done with regular lube and an ice cube tray. I think this set up is much neater and more efficient and the lube may need some special properties so that it freezes and melts without destroying itself. I’m content with my Freezable Lubricant so I won’t be attempting any sex science experiments any time soon.
So if I give a thumbs up to the cube, I must give a second thumbs up for the lube itself. The Quiver Freezable Lubricant melts into an incredibly slick and creamy lube. It worked very well. Although the melting was a bit messy and wound up on our hands, it wasn’t sticky. Nor did it become sticky at all. In fact, I was really surprised by how quality this lube is considering it’s both water-based (thus safe for all play) and from a name that’s more accessible than quality, at times. There was absolutely no annoying or hindering residue after using this lubricant. As far as how this lube left me feeling afterward, it was some of the best I’ve ever used, if not the best.
When I requested to review this novel item from TabuToys, I thought it would be fun and different. I didn’t realize it was also an excellent lubricant and that really makes me reconsider Durex products. Fun, exciting and functional – especially when it comes to being able to refreeze – Durex has his it out of the ballpark with Quiver Freezable lubricant.
Earlier today, I posted my 3 review in the 7 in 7 streak of the Glow in the Dark Clone A Willy Kit.
I had never really gave much thought to this until last week when I jokingly told me husband we should clone his cock because he would be going away for several months. I was more than surprised when he agreed and we headed down to the local sex shop but it had every version of the Clone a Willy Kit but the one I wanted (the original, I suppose it is). I eventually wound up making the purchase online.
Sun Kissed Massage Candle
$20.80
from TabuToys
Even as I write this, the smell of the Suntouched Massage Candle is wafting through the air, gently delighting my nose. This soft waxed candle is made of natural products such as soybean and coconut oil, hemp and Vitamin E. You can rest assured nothing was tested on animals, making this a perfect product for those who are ecologically and environmentally aware. Because this candle burns at a lower temperate than regular candles, it’s suitable for body massages without being uncomfortable.
Nestled in a plain tin with cover (which fits perfectly under the tin when not in base, so you needn’t worry about misplacing it) and provided with a small, plastic spoon to aid in application, this is an all-in-one atmosphere setter. My favourite aspect of this is the scent which, oddly, is not listed on the package itself. It only says that it is a “3-in-1 Suntouched candle with hemp & soy” in the Skinny Dip line by Earthly Body. Nowhere does it say that the scent is vanilla except on TabuToys.
Thus, I took some time to try to divine what the scent was. Although vanilla is present, and it was the main scent my husband could detect, I smelled citrus, coconut and generally plant-like (but not floral scents). Overall, this 6 ounce candle has a hint of creamsicle to it. I bet I have your attention now!
This is a very soft waxed candle and I can easily leave an impression by pressing my finger into the wax. It melts rather quickly – I was able to use the melted liquid for massage about 5 – 10 minutes after I lit it. I have even rubbed a bit of the solid wax on my skin as moisturizer. However, for an actual massage liquid, give it some time to melt.
I lit this candle, as well as others around the bedroom and a soft glow enveloped us. It was a very romantic and sensual setting and the scent in the air was heavenly. Although I had other scented candles lit and I have both an air freshener and reed diffuser in our room, the massage candle really stood out scent-wise. Of course, it was closest to us but this is powerfully, but not obnoxiously, perfumed. I imagine having a lid for the tin helps to lengthen the shelf life of scent as well as prevents the candle from drying out.
My husband was worried about the wax being too hot but the soft candle melted at a very reasonable temperature. I dipped my fingers in the pool of wax while the candle was even still lit (carefully, of course) and it wasn’t uncomfortable at all. We also used the candle by pouring it directly on the skin and my husband used the application spoon but I found that to be less useful than you might think. I found it to be small and flimsy and was worried about dripping massage oil on the bed and floor when moving the spoon from candle to skin. Overall, I thought the best way to apply the oil was using my own hands.
Coupled together, the massage oil and scented candle made for a very sensual message. I used the oil to rub down my husband’s arms, shoulders and back and it was a very nice product. I can easily feel the moisturizer, which is a recommended use for this massage candle, as I rubbed his skin. My hands glided easily and the oil never became sticky, goopy or dry. It rubbed easily into the skin and neither of us felt the need to wash it off afterward. In fact, this might be a good product to dab on your skin before going out (or staying in!) to add just a little bit of allure.
I didn’t give the longest massage (perhaps 15 minutes?) but a little did go a long way. I dipped my fingers in the oil twice, initially, and that lasted me fine. Longer massages may require more oil or a reapplication but I definitely think this worked more efficiently than other massage products we have used.
Sadly, I suspect this candle will not have a long life if only because I love it so much that I will be using it as a candle and atmosphere aid. Even just having it lit while we were intimate heightened the mood in the room deliciously and I find myself occasionally just smelling the candle.
The one thing I did notice is that the wick needs to constantly trimmed which I should do with all my candles, but usually don’t. The Sun Kissed Vanilla Massage Candle will be one I keep up on maintenance because I really have no need for soot and ash when it comes to massaging. There is already a bit of discolouration to the candle so I will have to be more vigilant in the future.
Overall, this was an excellent product. It was a good candle, an excellent massage cream and a quality moisturizer which will definitely add something extra to your intimate times.
Lockable Sex Toy Case
74.99
from Ella Paradis
Words cannot really explain how excited I was to receive a package in the mail containing the large-sized Lockable Sex Toy Case, which TabuToys sent on over for me to review. It is my first item in the way of toy storage and I think it’s high time. Originally, I stored my toys in a shoebox under the bed and, when we bought out bedroom set, the shoebox moved to a drawer in my nightstand. As I added more toys to my collection, they overflowed into the drawer itself, then the other drawer and the shoebox became sort of a final resting place for the toys I seldom used. Finally, toys wound up on the nightstand, my dresser and even on the desk. Add to this a couple bottle of lube which never fit in the nightstand itself, and I think you can see why some toy storage was in need.
This is a stylish case, measuring in at 15″ by 8″ by 7″ and features a keyless combination lock so that snoopy friends, curious children and even pets cannot get into it. The exterior and interiour are both lined with a sort of faux leather and there is even a smaller tray which works great for battery, condoms and other smaller items. There is a sturdy metal handle on the top which makes it easy to take from room to room or party to party, should you feel so inclined.
When this locking case first arrived, it came with no packaging. I know it’s a bit bulky but I wonder if this is the norm with toy storage? I also could not find any instructions on the outside so I was a bit curious as to how to initially open it. I figured the default combination would be simple so I eventually experimented until it came open (It wound up being 0-0-0, 1-1-2). There is a combination on each side with a button you push outward to pop open the locks so once I figured out the combination, it wasn’t a bit deal.
Inside, instructions showed how to set the combination: when it’s unlocked, hold the button out and change the combination to your preferred setting. I must admit, I need the storage more than the lock so I will leave the case unlocked. I found the buttons to be a bit finicky and not as easy to use as I would like; I think this would definitely be frustrating if you are in the dark or your hands are covered in lube so I would definitely recommend setting up beforehand. Hopefully, the buttons will become a bit easier to use after time.
When the locks pop open, either side of the top of the box comes open revealing the main area of the chest as well as a small tray. The interior isn’t much smaller than the exterior and there isn’t really any hardware which got in my way. The tray could be pushed toward the “back” of the chest or remain toward the center. When closed, the tray will slide toward the center, covering half of the open space so I would be sure not to put anything too high there.
Initially, some of the lining in one of the lids wasn’t glued on all the way but I added a loving touch (read: superglue) and all has been fine. I was eager to start piling in my toys and away I went. This does not fit my entire collection but it does fit an assortment of vibrators, dildos, batteries, lubes, cock rings and batteries. I was pretty impressed with everything that fit into this box and could fit more in it, if I had some fabric to lay between my silicone toys. I think the Wild G would fit comfortably, perhaps even the Passion Wave.
Currently, my toy case includes (in the main space):
The tray holds these items:
Now, none of these toys are especially large although there are 3 full sizes phallic objects. What really impresses me is that there is room to sit 2 taller bottles of lube in this case without them tipping over. I have them on the open side where there is no tray and they sit wonderfully. I know my husband is glad that they’re out of sight, now.
I also like the tray because it’s perfect for smaller items like cock rings (although I currently have a set around my bottle of Wet Light as well), batteries and those tiny jars of creams and balms. However, I think perhaps that each lid could have some sort of pocket or strap added as well for extra storage. This would be awesome for silicone toys, which I do not want to store together or perhaps even a flogger or whip. I think there’s some empty space near the top of the case and I’d like to be able to use it rather than just piling everything in.
Another thing which stood out is that this is not discreet. Although prying minds may not be able to see in this box, they will more than likely know what it contains if they see it in the bedroom and its size may tell a little more than you want to know so I would still recommend keeping it tucked away if that is an issue. Unfortunately for me, it’s slightly too large to fit into my nightstand.
When it comes down to it, the Lockable Sex Toy Case in large looks nice while being functional. It gives your toys a safe place to rest while preventing intruders in your private life. The included tray works wonderfully for smaller items so you don’t have them getting lost in the bottom of the case and while it’s definitely a step up from my shoebox, a few improvements would make this perfect!
Petite Pink Ribbon
$16
from Store.OfSexAndLove.com
The Pink Ribbon Petite arrived in very minimal yet classy packaging. Vibrator, instructions and included batteries (AA but it’s still nice) were nestled in a tiny cardboard box over which slid a plastic sheath with product name. Although it wasn’t as nice as, say, Lelo’s packaging, it was definitely less wasteful and I appreciate that.
The Petite truly lives up to its name (which translates to small), being only 4 inches long. Ideally, it should fit in your hand but I found that this small plastic vibrator was a little too ‘boxy’ in parts, like on the sides. Although it seems to be curved well for a woman’s body, I think a more pronounced curved would fit better in my hand. I was much more comfortable holding, and using, the Laya Spot. I think it significant to mention that my hands are pretty small so this may be a personal preference.
The Pink Ribbon Petite is a special vibrator, however. First, a portion of all proceeds will go toward the fight against breast cancer. I think this is a noble effort but it would be interesting to know just how much a “portion” is. Secondly, the plastic is treated so that it feels velvety. Holding the Petite in my hand feels great because of its texture. The Petite is also feminine and cute, discreet, comes with batteries and is easy to operate.
The Petite is not, however, my sex toy of choice. Starting with the shape, which was just a little awkward for my hand and also did not work to lay this toy flat against my mons. The curve was just not enough. Because of it’s specific shape, it really doesn’t work so well holding it any other way (like with the controls toward my vagina rather than up toward my mons).
The controls are also something which make little sense to me. First, they’re situated in a strange place. When holding this, the heel of my hand is over the controls rather than my fingers and I’m pretty sure I’m doing it “right.” This 3-speed vibrator caught me off guard when I realized the horizontal switch first moves to the highest setting, then medium, then low. So it’s Off-High-Medium-Low. I forgot one time, warmed myself up on the highest setting, thought I’d turn it higher and was disappointed when I realized that was the highest setting.
So you can probably guess my next point which is that the vibrations are not so impressive. My clit isn’t super sensitive; I never get off from vibration alone and in order to even feel relatively stimulated, I need a decent vibrator. The vibrations in the Petite are rather small. In fact, rather than increasing in power when I turn up the settings, they tend to increase in frequency which doesn’t really do much for me. At the highest setting, it’s more like an annoying buzz. Because of this, I would only recommend using this toy directly on your skin (not through panties, which is something I like to do).
Nevertheless, vibrations aren’t usually the deal breaker for me. I love pressure and if I can rub a toy against me in the right way, I can get off without vibrations (I did this with the Laya Spot). I just couldn’t do it with the Petite. Natural Contours tried to create something which would work well for most females and maybe I just don’t fall into that category or maybe they failed. Although velvety on the outside, this toy is overall hard. When trying to rub the curved end around my clit and labia, it hurt if I applied any pressure. I think a combination of shape and material just makes this toy ineffective for that purpose.
As I wind down my review, I’m disappointed. I could not orgasm with this toy and I have had orgasms with some pretty crappy toys. I cannot see this toy working for anything more than warm up and it probably won’t even work well for that. It’s a looker but that’s about all. The biggest impression the vibrations left upon me was that of annoyance and the shape and feel just did not lend itself well to applying pressure. The controls are awkward, both in function and position.
In my opinion, the benefits (donation, batteries included, texture, look) simply pale in comparison to the disadvantages of the Pink Ribbon Petite. If you’re shopping for a clitoral vibrator, I would highly recommend the Laya Spot over this one. If you want to lend a helping hand, a full donation to a charity would likely do more good.
