Enjoy a Little V-Play on V-Day

Masturbation is a superb way to relax, become comfortable with your body, and learn what gives you pleasure. Armed with this knowledge, we can make healthier and happier sexual decisions and be confident in ourselves as sexual beings. To celebrate Valentine’s Day—and every day—self-love is a good place to start. As Woody Allen said, “Don’t knock masturbation; it’s sex with someone I love.” So rock on, masturbating women of the world! Or rather, masturbate on.

For everyone who likes for their alone time to involve batteries, the shelves of toy stores and the endless world of the web can be daunting: we’re here to help with a guide to vibrators for you, your lovers and your (very close) friends.



The Rabbit Habit:

Thanks to Japan’s laws against vibrators that look like penises, the Rabbit has a friendly face for your vag and a cute bunny for your clit, which is sort of charming and sort of a turn-off. Thanks to Sex and the City, the Rabbit is the most hyped vibrator on the market, but it doesn’t live up to its hype (or its price). The plastic pearls are distracting and the rabbit ears don’t really reach the right spot. Some friends report otherwise, however—all women’s bodies are different, and one woman’s junk is another woman’s orgasm. Be on the lookout for the most hyped sex toy of the future: The Cone, even more expensive, and it involves sitting!



Vibrating Cock Ring:

I think these are really fun; I definitely recommend them. It’s great to have intercourse and have a vibrator involved, and with a vibrating cock ring you don’t have to do much work because the vibrator does it for you. The cock ring makes everything last longer, but apparently it also makes some partners feel numb so...that’s not the best. It’s all about personal preferences, but I totally suggest giving it a go at least once!



Laya Vibrator:

Small, functional, waterproof—what’s not to love?! This is a no-nonsense vibrator that’s easy to use during intercourse and handy for travel, showers, bathtubs, and so much more. It’s not the most exciting, but there are four speeds.



Lady Luster:

This is my favorite vibrator because it’s cheap, metallic blue, and made by Good Vibrations—an amazing female-friendly sex store. It’s classic, basic, lustrous, and a pleasure to have in bed.



Venus Vibrance and Pulsar Toothbrush:

I’d rather not masturbate with my razor (it’s a little scary holding a blade so close such valuable body parts), but it’s rad that there are options in our drugstores for vibrating pleasure! Same for the Pulsar Toothbrush—why shouldn’t brushing our teeth and taking care of our orgasmic needs go hand-in-hand? These remind me of the Harry Potter broomstick that was four-feet long and vibrated... we try to pretend that they’re razors, or toothbrushes, or broomsticks, but everyone knows we’re using them to get off. Why the secrecy?