Want To Know Which Sex Products And Toys I Recommend?

August 6, 2015

As a sex therapist, I frequently get asked for recommendations for sex toys and accessories. I’m honored to know that people trust my opinion enough to seek out my advice!

I know that searching for high-quality sex toys can be a daunting experience for many people. Sex toys are still considered relatively taboo, so many people feel embarrassed about making a purchase.

Those who want to invest in a high-quality toy often feel confused about what to look for, and worry about spending a lot of money on a product that won’t actually work for them.

So when I was approached by the lovely people at Filthy Dirty to curate a list of my favorite products, I jumped at the opportunity!

The best part about it? You can get a 15% discount on your entire purchase simply by using the code VM15!

Hitachi Magic Wand | Vanessa Marin Sex Therapy

Here are the things I look for before making a recommendation for a particular toy or manufacturer:

 

High-quality materials

I think sex toys should be treated as an investment in your pleasure. Buy the highest-quality products you can afford, and look for materials like medical-grade silicone, medical-grade stainless steel, ceramic, and glass.

 

Body safe

Did you know that sex toy manufacturers aren’t required to use non-toxic ingredients? They also don’t need to properly disclose all of the chemicals used to produce their toys. Most sex toys are made out of heavily-treated plastics that contain compounds that can leach out of the toy and into the body, leading to serious health problems.

 

Reputable companies

The sex toy industry is highly unregulated, and there are plenty of companies that are producing bad products with little regard for their customers. Look for manufacturers and retailers that are transparent about the ways their products are made.

 

Sex-positive

Plenty of toys are labeled “for novelty use only.” If I see that sentence on a sex toy, I know it’s an indicator that the manufacturer doesn’t take their product seriously. I look for companies that thoughtfully and intelligently design their toys to improve the quality of their customers’ sex lives.

 

Works well!

The bottom line is that sex toys should be fun. Of course, everyone has different preferences, but I only want to recommend products that I think most people would enjoy using.

 

All of the items in my curated collection fulfill each of these requirements.

One of the reasons why I decided to create this list for Filthy Dirty was because they make a body-safe guarantee for all of their products. They carefully vet all of the manufacturers they buy from, only offer toys that are high-quality and body safe, and do a great job educating their customers.

 

See my full list of recommendations here

Don’t forget to use code VM15 for a 15% discount!

 

Or check out a few of my favorites below:

JimmyJane Form 2 | Vanessa Marin Sex Therapy

 

 

 

 

 

JimmyJane Form 2

All of the JimmyJane products are wonderful, but I like the unique design of the Form 2. A lot of women don’t like direct stimulation of the clitoris, and the two-pronged design allows you to get right next to the clitoris without overpowering it. You can also create amazing oscillation action between the two prongs.

 

Lelo Mona II | Vanessa Marin Sex Therapy

 

 

 

 

 

Lelo Mona II

This is one of my favorite G-spot toys. The G-spot requires pretty intense stimulation for most women, and the Lelo is powerful enough to do the job. It’s also very quiet, and gets just the right angle.
Lelo Noir Luna Beads | Vanessa Marin Sex Therapy

 

 

 

 

 

Lelo Noir Luna Beads

I tell all my female clients to exercise their PC muscles on a regular basis. Stronger PC muscles increase your chances of orgasm, and can also improve the intensity of your orgasm. These balls make PC exercise an easy task.
Sportsheets Under The Bed Restraint System | Vanessa Marin Sex Therapy

 

 

 

 

 

Sportsheets Under The Bed Restraint System

Light bondage is becoming increasingly popular these days, and this is a really fun product for couples to play with. Being able to keep the restraints anchored under the mattress creates more options and excitement. The cuff material is comfortable and won’t chafe like other restraints.

 

Minna Life Limon | Vanessa Marin Sex Therapy

 

 

 

 

 

Minna Life Limon

It’s no secret that Minna Life is one of my favorite sex toy companies. They are the epitome of smart design. The Limon has incredibly powerful vibration and fits beautifully into your hand. The squeeze control is unique, and very useful for women who have never had an orgasm.

Hitachi Magic Wand | Vanessa Marin Sex Therapy

 

 

 

 

 

Hitachi Magic Wand

One of the most classic vibrators available, the Hitachi Magic Wand delivers extra-powerful sensation. Women who haven’t had success with other vibrators may want to give the no-frills Hitachi a shot.

 

Aneros Vice V-Series | Vanessa Marin Sex Therapy

 

 

 

 

 

Aneros Vice V-Series

I recommend most of the Aneros line of prostate massagers for men. The V-Series includes a vibrator, so you can feel even more sensation while reaping the many benefits of prostate massage.
Tenga Flip | Vanessa Marin Sex Therapy

 

 

 

 

 

Tenga Flip

I’ve been told that this is one of the best male masturbators! It can drastically change your masturbation experience.

 

Pjur Woman Nude | Vanessa Marin Sex Therapy

 

 

 

 

 

pjur Nude Lubricant

I’m a huge lube proponent, and advocate lube usage to all of my clients. My favorite brand is Pjur. This is their latest release and it’s free of all toxins and completely body safe. It is water-based but feels cushiony like silicone.

 

Still unsure about your purchase? Check out my introduction to sex toys and suggestions for how to use them!

 

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