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If you’ve ever masturbated or had sex, think about what really gets you going.

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For instance, some people love penetration while others are all aboutclit stimulation.

Thinking about what sensations you like can help guide you towards the perfect toy.

Just saying, looking through this list together could be its own form of foreplay.

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It features just one button and one speed, so beginners won’t encounter a learning curve.

Lastly, at only $20, it’s not a huge investment.

Luckily, the Bellesa WhisperBullet is incredibly quiet.

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Reviewers describe it as very demure, very mindful, very SILENT, freaky quiet, and very discreet.

It features five vibration speeds and is waterproof.

Oh, and did we mention that its charging case also acts as a UV sanitizer pod?

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Like all Magic Wands, this toy also features the brand’s signature soft silicone head and flexible neck.

Many people with clits require clit stimulation to reach orgasm (surprise!)

so this vibrator uses sonic pulses around the clit to bring you to leg-shaking orgasms.

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The harder you squeeze this toy, the more intense its steady stream of vibrations becomes.

The aluminum material is also easy to clean.

If it’s your first time using an anal toy, go slow and use lots of lube.

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you’ve got the option to wear this during partnered sex or masturbation for a potentially extra-powerful orgasm.

It’s eye candy, as far as sex toys go.

This suction vibrator is ideal if you love the feeling of oral sex.

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It also ships with a physical instruction manual that tells you everything you should probably know.

It’s also got some realistic detailing and non-realistic (but very fun!)

It measures five inches long, which many people find comfortable for vaginal or anal penetration.

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Essentially, this is everything a starter dildo should be: affordable, fun, and versatile.

It’s also USB-rechargeable and waterproof.

And when you’re done, it looks really cute on your nightstand.

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Style and function come together (pun intended) in this vibrator.

The WeVibe Tango X vibrator checks both boxes.

The best part is the angled tip that’s designed for pinpointed clit stimulation.

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You just might end up spending your whole vacation in the hotel room.

It’s battery-powered so remember to add some AAAs to your cart.

The bulbous ends can be used to stimulate your G-spot, prostate, or any other internal erogenous zones.

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The curved shaft also makes it easy to maneuver in a variety of ways.

You should also consider what sensations you enjoy during sex or masturbation.

(She is also the founder ofRiviera TherapyandThe Pleasure Project.)

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“If you enjoy penetration, an internal toy might delight.”

These can be vibrating or non-vibrating toys that stimulate the nerve endings inside your anus.

If you’re new to anal play, start with a smaller toy anduse plenty of lubeto avoid discomfort.

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Dildos are frequently phallic-shaped toys made of silicone, glass, or metal.

Some dildos have detailing to make them look more like penises, while others don’t.

These tend to be non-vibrating toys, though vibrating dildos are definitely a thing.

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Somecock ringsalso have a built-in vibrator to provide more stimulation against a partner’s body during sex.

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