Is this the best butt plug ever?
It's pretty common to own a sex toy these days – whether yours is a rabbit vibe, a clit sucker, or whether you have a whole toy box at your disposal, toys are fun, easy to find and fast becoming a totally normalised sexual wellness staple. The stigma around female pleasure is being deconstructed and with it, so are different types of sex and pleasure.
In fact, according to a study by BedBible, 46% of people own some type of anal sex toy – up from just 16% in 2017. Ownership of anal toys has tripled in five years and that's also meant the quality of these types of toys has improved too. Enter: The Neighbor.
This latest drop from Smile Makers might just be the perfect toy for first timers and butt stuff pros alike. A cute vibrating plug with a range of speeds, it's been designed with women in mind. This is because it puts just the right amount of pressure on those key pleasure spots.
"Anal penetration pushes against the vaginal wall around the G-spot area. Plus, it can push on the perineal sponge and vaginal wall, creating a tighter feel during vaginal sex." explain the toy's creators.
Now, with any butt stuff, you'll need to use lube because the anus doesn't naturally lubricate like the vagina does. The Neighbor has a very tapered tip which makes entry much easier than you might find with other plugs. But the best thing about this toy when it comes to experimenting is the powerful little motor inside.
By pressing the little button on the side, you can play around with stimulating the sensitive nerve endings around your back door, pressing the toy gently and using lube to ease entry and tease the area before pushing anything inside. There are three speeds and two pulsation modes to choose from.
Once it's inserted, the middle of the toy is much wider to put extra pressure on those areforementioned sensitive spots inside. But the base is flared with an easy-to-grip handle – you don't want it getting lost up there and this design means that definitely won't be happening.
Some people find it more relaxing and easier – not to mention a little more hygienic – to try anal play in the bath or shower the first time so of course, The Neighbor is also totally waterproof. Make sure you still clean it with warm, soapy water before and after every use, though. Cleaning your toys is *super* important, especially if you're doing butt stuff.
The final brilliant feature? A travel lock. No one wants their butt plug buzzing in their hand luggage or on the train to their sneaky link's place – we can speak from experience on this.
The verdict
This is by no means the smallest plug in the world, so for some, it could seem intimidating. However, for first timers, the shape, features and the vibrations along with the silky purple silicone finish make it a great option for beginners.
The Neighbor is a great all rounder, especially if you're already well-versed in anal play and want to invest in a quality toy. We recommend pairing it with a quality water-based lube – avoid silicone lube with this one as it won't be compatible with the silicone surface and can react and damage the toy.
All in all, if you're curious about butt stuff and want to experiment with sensation in that area or prepare for anal sex, you can't really go wrong with Smile Makers' offering. Just remember to go slowly and breathe, your pleasure is the most important thing, no ifs, no buts.
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