Anastasia Klimenko 
Romantic Depot Sexologist Are you feeling lucky? You should be! Romantic Depot is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a 50% Off Lucky Charms St. Patrick’s Day Sale all weekend long. Visit us in-store and mention St. Patty at checkout to receive 50% off and a FREE gift! You’ll feel like you’ve struck gold when you purchase any of our high-quality products or adult novelty items. We proudly carry thousands of products from some of the top brands in the industry. Our extensive inventory includes vibrators, dildos, anal toys, couples toys, lingerie, costumes, BDSM & bondage accessories, lubes, lotions, & more! Get lucky & get playful with some of our St. Patrick’s Day-themed items. Hurry in now! This offer ends soon.
What better way to celebrate the luck of the Irish than with some fun and festive St. Patrick’s Day accessories?
Pasties make the perfect addition to your role-playing costume or sexy lingerie ensemble. These Peekaboo Pasties Shamrock & Roll are fun, sexy, and playful. Use them to cover your lucky charms or tease and please your partner. If you’re looking for another naughty accessory that offers a little sparkle and a lot of pleasure, check out our Booty Sparks Lucky Clover anal plugs, available in medium and large.
Planning a St. Patricks Day get-together? Your guests will get a kick out of these delicious candies that are shaped like shamrocks and cocks.
Romantic Depot carries plenty of sex toys for men, women, and couples. This St. Patty’s Day, the pot of gold at the end of your rainbow might just be a luxury vibrator, realistic dildo, gorgeous gemstone anal plug, or one of our thousands of high-quality products from the top brands in the adult industry.
Our full line of Rosy Gold vibrators is as sleek and discreet as they are powerful. These beautiful toys come in a variety of styles and designs, each delivering intense vibrations and endless pleasure. Choose from a classic bullet or egg vibrator, a G-spot stimulator, or a massager or wand you can share with your partner.
Our couples toys offer everything from sensual sex kits and strap-on harnesses to cock rings, kegel balls, and vibrators. Ladies love our inventory of best-selling vibrators that guarantee you’ll get lucky during your next solo session. But the fun doesn’t end there! We also carry plenty of awesome items for men including pocket pussies, penis pumps, prostate massagers, and penis sleeves. You’ll feel luckier than a four-leaf clover when you feast your eyes on all the high-quality sex toys we carry.
Get your charm on this St. Patrick’s Day with one of our gorgeous and luxurious lingerie items. Romantic Depot has sexy undergarments for every beautiful body. We carry plenty of classic items including teddies, camisoles, babydolls, bra and panty sets, and bodystockings. If you’re feeling a little more daring, slip into a pair of crotchless or vibrating panties and hold on for the ride of your life!
Our line of lingerie isn’t just for her. Romantic Depot has plenty of jockstraps and men’s underwear so you can wrap your package this St. Patrick’s Day. Try out a pair of our edible undies and let your partner nibble their way to your pot of gold! BDSM & Bondage Romantic Depot proudly caters to customers from all walks of life – including those who enjoy a little kinky fun from time to time. From handcuffs and blindfolds to crops, paddles, and floggers, you can skirt the line between pleasure and pain this St. Patty’s Day.
These beginner bondage kits offer all the naughty accessories you need to get started. Our ball gags, muzzles, cock cages, and sex machines are the perfect choice for more advanced couples. Start off slow and let your imagination and fantasies guide the way.
Give your partner an erotic massage this St. Patrick’s Day and they’ll feel like they struck gold! Romantic Depot carries a variety of massage oils and lubricants that taste and smell as good as they feel. Our edible lubes and oils come in a variety of flavors including classics like chocolate and strawberry to more exotic ones like mango and passionfruit.
Set the mood with a candle that turns into a warming massage oil that you can spread all over your partner’s body before slowly licking them clean! Lubricants are a must-have item for both couples and solo-play. Check out some of our warming lubricants and really heat things up! Just remember to only use water-based lubes on your favorite silicone sex toys. Silicone lubricants are great for other things like anal play.
Romantic Depot has a huge selection of games and gifts for couples, singles, and groups. All of our games are designed to help you lower your inhibitions and raise your level of pleasure.
Choose from dice games for couples to adult party games for groups and friends. Whether you enjoy drinking games, truth or dare, or strip poker, Romantic Depot has a game for every experience level and preference. We also carry a variety of party supplies and decorations to help set the mood. Our decorations and party favors guarantee the fun and laughter never end.
If you live in the local tri-state area, you have 11 unique opportunities to visit one of our impressive superstores. Stocked with some of the top brands in the adult industry and over 100,000 novelty items, you’re in for a treat.
Our current locations are:
Brooklyn, NY (our NEWEST location)
All guests are greeted by our energetic and friendly staff members who are ready and willing to help guide your shopping experience. If you prefer privacy, no problem! Our employees respect your wishes and your personal space. But don’t be afraid to ask for a demonstration of any of our high-quality toys. All of our superstores are open 7 days a week from early in the day to late at night so you can visit and shop when it’s convenient for you. Grab your friends, coworkers, or partner for a night of fun, entertainment, and endless pleasure.
Romantic Depot is about more than just selling luxury brands, high-quality adult toys, and novelty items. We pride ourselves on delivering a memorable, intimate shopping experience in a safe and comfortable environment. We ensure that all of our guests leave 100% satisfied, educated, and entertained. With nightly health & wellness demonstrations, giveaways, promos, and other discounts, you’ve never experienced an adult store quite like Romantic Depot.
So, what are you waiting for? Come save some green this St. Patrick’s Day and take advantage of our impressive 50% off sale all weekend long! Simply mention St. Patty at checkout and you’ll receive 50% off plus a FREE gift. If you can’t make it in to the store, visit RomanticDepot.com/store for additional savings, discounts, and fast, discreet shipping right to your doorstep! If you want access to even more exclusive offers, free shipping, and the lowest prices anywhere online, check out our VIP Club Membership.
Romantic Depot Sexologist We’re searching the top sex shops in NYC, searching to find the best of the best. In this review we are lucky that we are reviewing so many options in one city. Many cities still have sex shops from the 70s that lack appeal to women, LGBTQ or couples.
Shopping for a sex toy in New York is largely informative, budget minded and great for couples communication. For this we consider all of the stores the best sex stores in America.
This review will look over several categories and will ultimately try to be objective and informative. In the end we chose one adult toy store as “Best of the Best” based on your choices.
Romantic Depot has all the luxury brands like Lelo, Magic Wand and what distinguishes Romantic Depot from the others is that they also have cheaper options of adult toys in the “Under $100” range to “Over $100” for their top lines of sex toys.
At around $30, lingerie is accessible for lower-income marginalized consumers or those who are on a budget which makes them a great option. Romantic Depot also gives all consumers 20% off vip lifetime discount cards, which aims to build a long relationship with customers.
Museum of Sex, Pleasure Chest and Babeland have the best quality items but their price ranges on their top vibrators range from $125 to $249.
Entrance fees? For a store…yep some have it. Romantic Depot, Babeland and Pleasure Chest are all free, Museum of Sex $20-$35
Prices are personal to your budget, we’ll leave this one up to you.
Your Choice Wins
According to a survey of adults aged 20 to 59, women have an average of four sex partners during their lifetime; men have an average of seven. Source: National Center for Health Statistics
84 percent of women have sex to get their guy to do more around the house. Source: Woman’s Day survey compiled by Sarah Jio in December, 2011
Romantic Depot gives you thick black bags for your shopping convenience and discreet shopping and privacy so you can shop with discretion.
The other stores do not provide this service.
Romantic Depot Wins
LGBTQ friendly luckily is an equal draw at all stores. NYC sex shops are open-minded and super friendly.
Museum of Sex could work a little harder on training employees, with less knowledge they might not know a butt plug from a strap on.
Everyone Wins
Romantic Depot gives you space to shop, a demonstration station to show you any toy you would like and usually cheerful, fun sales associates. The music can be loud at times but if you’re looking for a party, which you kinda are, that’s okay.
Babeland and the Pleasure Chest get the edge in knowledge and have an extremely intelligent sales staff but can be condescending at times pushing you towards toys regardless of price or your budget.
Museum of Sex sales associates are not trained on their products it feels like, and that tends to show in their enthusiasm.
No Clear Winner
Babeland charges $20 for the classes, while Pleasure Chest and Romantic Depot classes are less. Are any of them free? Have to ask, it’s a product demonstration after all.
Museum of Sex wins but we were expecting to see much more for the $25 entrance fee.
Romantic Depot is open until 12am Sunday through Wednesday and Friday, Saturday remains open till 1am to 2am. Why two closing times? Because they have 9 locations in the city.
Museum of Sex closes at 10pm
Babeland closes before midnight, three locations.
Pleasure Chest before midnight, two locations.
Romantic Depot has the longest hours and the most locations, including the most locations outside of Manhattan. Making them the only store for all of New York, NY
What do the people who shop there think?
Well we have plenty of folks reactions that are available in both Google and Yelp reviews. First though researching the topic Out New York did a comparison piece awhile back. Heres how it described each store…
Babeland: At this friendly sex-toy boutique—run by women and skewed toward women—browsers are encouraged to handle all manner of buzzing, wriggling and bendable playthings, including the famed Rabbit Pearl vibrator. The shop also stocks a huge variety of condoms and hosts frank sex-ed classes on a variety of subjects. Readers rated it 3 of 5 stars
Romantic Depot: This store is three times bigger then other shops, including the Pleasure Chest, and it’s the largest sex toy store in NYC—and the only one in the Bronx. Its No. 1 seller is the Jackrabbit, but you’ll find 10 different variations of it within the shop’s massive inventory of items of the flesh. Rated 5 of 5 stars by readers
Pleasure Chest: A West Village institution since 1971, this sex-toy megastore opens a second NYC location. The 5,600-square-foot space has a boudoir feel, and stocks both luxury and budget gadgets ($15–$200), as well as books ($10–$30) and lingerie ($5–$150)…. Don’t leave without checking out the Sex Is Back campaign (sexisback.com) playing on iPads, featuring real videos of people overcoming shame and finding sex-positive fulfillment. Readers didn’t rate it at all.
Museum of Sex: MoSex’s recently overhauled gift shop is now twice the size (2,000 square feet) and double the pleasure. “We wanted the store to be a destination shop,” says creative director Mark Snyder. “We’re looking at products for their art, their design and their technology.” Such lofty merch includes the Dirty Flirty Novelty Company’s festive glass “pornaments” and Matteo Cibic’s functional fishbowl dildo. Readers failed to rate it at all.
That leaves Romantic Depot as the Timeout.com darling of sex stores.
Breaking down our reviews from Yelp and Google…
Romantic Depot Yelp: 5 of 5 stars Google: 5 stars Total: 10 Stars
Museum of Sex Yelp: 3 of 5 stars Google: 3.2 stars Total: 6.2 Stars
Babeland: Yelp: 4 of 5 stars Google: 4 stars Total: 8 Stars
Pleasure Chest: Yelp: 3 ½ of 5 stars Google: 4.3 stars Total: 7.8 Stars
Judging by these reviews on these two independent sites only one store was able to maintain a perfect rating.
10 of 10 stars for Romantic Depot, the People’s Choice of Sex Stores
Sex Toy Store Reviews outweigh anything in this review or any other store’s articles. The people have spoken and they consistently have said the winner is:
Find These Stores
1st place: Romantic Depot Locations
2nd place Babeland
3rd place Pleasure Chest
4th place Museum of Sex (sorry that entrance fee sets expectations much higher)
Romantic Depot Sexologist We’re all aware of the various benefits a healthy sex life can bring to us. From improved mental and physical health to strengthing our relationships with our partners, it can’t be overstated how important being sexually active is for us as adult human beings.
One of the best ways to practice a healthy sexual lifestyle, either alone or with a partner, is to introduce sex toys into the equation. But like every other sexual activity, without taking sexual hygiene into consideration, you can subject yourself to some serious health risks.
That’s why cleaning sex toys properly is so important.
But how exactly do you clean your sex toys in a safe way? Do you need to invest in various sex toy cleaners? And what are the most important tips to keep in mind during the process so both you and your partner can stay happy and healthy?
If you’re asking yourself these kinds of questions, wonder no longer, because we’re here to help! In this article, we’ll give you a basic guideline that you can use to make sure you’re keeping your sex toys clean in a safe and efficient way.
Now then, let’s get started!
When it comes to being hygienic with your sex toys, the process actually starts a lot earlier than you may think. In fact, when you’re shopping for a new sex toy, it’s a good idea to keep cleanliness in mind before making a purchase.
Of course, purchasing items that are easy to clean shouldn’t be your main priority, but it should be something that you seriously consider. The good news? Exciting toys that are made from materials that don’t have any pores, and are therefore the easiest to clean, are easy to find.
Anything made from hard plastic, silicone, elastomer, metal, and glass are all safe bets. So if you find something you like, and it’s made from those materials, you can rest easy knowing that it’s going to be easy to clean.
If you already have a favorite toy that has pores, like something made of jelly, consider covering it with a condom before using it. You’ll be keeping the toy cleaner by doing so, as well as protecting yourself and your partner, which can help prevent any health issues.
It might sound obvious, but it’s important to note that, in order to be as clean as possible, you should clean all of your toys right after use. By doing this, there isn’t any time for bodily fluids to harden or dry on your toys, and thus, making them harder to get clean.
Obviously stopping to clean a toy can really ruin the mood, so at worst, rinse your toy with clean water a few minutes after use. This will make it much easier to clean the toy when the time comes, and again, it can go a long way in keeping you and your partner healthy.
Regardless of when you clean your toy, it’s important that you do so before storing it away between uses. And it goes without saying, but using a toy that hasn’t been cleaned first isn’t a good idea, and can make both you and your partner sick.
A pro tip? Even if your toy is clean, a quick rinse to remove any dust before applying your favorite lube and using it never hurt anyone.
It’s quite common for both men and women to want to smell good for their partners. And if you’re going to as far as to clean your bed sheets, and light your favorite scented candle, you might as well make your toys smell good, too, right?
While it may be tempting to spray your toys with your favorite body spray or clean them with scented soaps, it’s actually a bad idea. Avoid doing this completely, as the chemicals found in smelly soaps and sprays can lead to irritation and even infection.
And both of those things can be a nightmare scenario for both you and your partner to deal with, to say the least.
A good rule of thumb is to stick with anti-bacterial soaps, hot water, and a clean washrag or towel. Don’t try to get too fancy, just be practical and efficient, and you should be good to go.
Did you know that you can wash hats, and other random items, in the dishwasher without damaging them? There are a wide variety of things that aren’t related to food that are dishwasher safe. And cleaning them that way can save a ton of time and energy, which is always a good thing.
With that in mind, there are quite a few sex toys that can also be washed in the dishwasher without being damaged. And even though this may be true, it’s best to avoid the dishwasher completely, as a lot more can go wrong than right.
The extreme temperatures can melt or affect the shape of your favorite toys. Also, electronic toys can be completely ruined in the dishwasher, which of course, isn’t what you want to happen to something that you paid for.
Again, it can’t be overstated how far you can go with just a bit of hot water and some anti-bacterial soap. And oftentimes, those soaps made for dishwashers have some pretty powerful chemicals in them, which again, can lead to irritation and infection.
So keep it simple and safe and use hot water, anti-bacterial soap, and a sink.
The biggest reason that people want to use a dishwasher to clean their toys, besides convenience, is the hot water and the steam. If you’re looking to get this effect, and want to do so in a safer way, try using boiling water.
Before using boiling water to clean your sex toy, you want to make sure that it’s made of a material that is safe to do so with. Toys made from safe materials like stainless steel, silicone, pyrex, in particular, are more than okay to use boiling water on.
It’s worth noting too that, if your toy is motorized, completely submerging them underwater is not a good idea. You can do serious damage to your toys, so avoid mixing too much water with electronic toys to be safe.
Anti-bacterial soap, a little bit of water, and a clean rag or towel is the best way to clean most toys, especially those that you don’t want to get wet fully.
If you have any leather items or toys, you may feel the need to take extra precautions with them, as leather can be a delicate material that needs to be handled correctly. This is 100% true, which is why if you have any leather items, you shouldn’t try to do too much to clean them after use.
Once again, keeping it simple and sticking with hot water, anti-bacterial soap, and a clean rag is without a doubt the best way to go to get the job done.
What about leather cleaners? Are they a good idea?
To keep it short, not really, no. Leather cleaners, like smelly soaps and sprays, contain a lot of chemicals that can cause irritation and infection the next time you use your toy. So with that in mind, it’s a good idea to avoid those completely when cleaning your sex toys.
Well, there you have it! Those are a few basics tips and tricks to keep in mind when cleaning sex toys. So, as long as you keep these ideas in mind, you should remain safe, happy and healthy.
Remember, above all else, don’t avoid cleaning your sex toys completely. Never store away a toy that hasn’t been cleaned, and never use a previously used toy without cleaning it first.
When it comes time to clean your toys, keep it simple and use hot water, anti-bacterial soap, and a clean washrag or towel. You don’t need any fancy chemicals or soaps to get the job done.
If you can, try to buy toys for you and your partner that are the easiest to clean. That way, when it comes time to clean your toys, you’ve got a much easier task on your hands.
Trying to spice up your love life? Looking for some new sex toys for yourself or your partner? Check out our online shop today, we’ll be glad to help you!
Romantic Depot Sexologist We all know the benefits of a healthy sex life — from boosting mental and physical wellness to strengthening relationships. One of the best ways to support your sexual well-being, whether solo or with a partner, is by using sex toys. But just like any intimate activity, proper sexual hygiene is crucial. Without it, you risk exposing yourself to infections and irritation. That’s why knowing how to clean sex toys correctly is essential to safe and enjoyable pleasure.
Keep your favorite pleasure products clean and safe with our spray-on cleanser. Our unique cleansing agent gently cleans and protects, yet it’s mild enough to use every time.
Directions: remove batteries before cleaning battery operated toys. Spray the cleaner over the entire surface area, then wipe with a damp cloth. Rinse thoroughly and dry. This Toy Cleaner is a MUST HAVE for cleaning your toy properly!
We highly recommend buying it to go along with your toy purchase!
That’s why cleaning sex toys properly is so important.
But how exactly do you clean your sex toys in a safe way? Do you need to invest in various sex toy cleaners? And what are the most important tips to keep in mind during the process so both you and your partner can stay happy and healthy?
If you’re asking yourself these kinds of questions, wonder no longer, because we’re here to help! In this article, we’ll give you a basic guideline that you can use to make sure you’re keeping your sex toys clean in a safe and efficient way.
Now then, let’s get started!
When it comes to being hygienic with your sex toys, the process actually starts a lot earlier than you may think. In fact, when you’re shopping for a new sex toy, it’s a good idea to keep cleanliness in mind before making a purchase.
Of course, purchasing items that are easy to clean shouldn’t be your main priority, but it should be something that you seriously consider. The good news? Exciting toys that are made from materials that don’t have any pores, and are therefore the easiest to clean, are easy to find.
Anything made from hard plastic, silicone, elastomer, metal, and glass are all safe bets. So if you find something you like, and it’s made from those materials, you can rest easy knowing that it’s going to be easy to clean.
If you already have a favorite toy that has pores, like something made of jelly, consider covering it with a condom before using it. You’ll be keeping the toy cleaner by doing so, as well as protecting yourself and your partner, which can help prevent any health issues.
It might sound obvious, but it’s important to note that, in order to be as clean as possible, you should clean all of your toys right after use. By doing this, there isn’t any time for bodily fluids to harden or dry on your toys, and thus, making them harder to get clean.
Obviously stopping to clean a toy can really ruin the mood, so at worst, rinse your toy with clean water a few minutes after use. This will make it much easier to clean the toy when the time comes, and again, it can go a long way in keeping you and your partner healthy.
Regardless of when you clean your toy, it’s important that you do so before storing it away between uses. And it goes without saying, but using a toy that hasn’t been cleaned first isn’t a good idea, and can make both you and your partner sick.
A pro tip? Even if your toy is clean, a quick rinse to remove any dust before applying your favorite lube and using it never hurt anyone.
It’s quite common for both men and women to want to smell good for their partners. And if you’re going to as far as to clean your bed sheets, and light your favorite scented candle, you might as well make your toys smell good, too, right?
While it may be tempting to spray your toys with your favorite body spray or clean them with scented soaps, it’s actually a bad idea. Avoid doing this completely, as the chemicals found in smelly soaps and sprays can lead to irritation and even infection.
And both of those things can be a nightmare scenario for both you and your partner to deal with, to say the least.
A good rule of thumb is to stick with anti-bacterial soaps, hot water, and a clean washrag or towel. Don’t try to get too fancy, just be practical and efficient, and you should be good to go.
Did you know that you can wash hats, and other random items, in the dishwasher without damaging them? There are a wide variety of things that aren’t related to food that are dishwasher safe. And cleaning them that way can save a ton of time and energy, which is always a good thing.
With that in mind, there are quite a few sex toys that can also be washed in the dishwasher without being damaged. And even though this may be true, it’s best to avoid the dishwasher completely, as a lot more can go wrong than right.
The extreme temperatures can melt or affect the shape of your favorite toys. Also, electronic toys can be completely ruined in the dishwasher, which of course, isn’t what you want to happen to something that you paid for.
Again, it can’t be overstated how far you can go with just a bit of hot water and some anti-bacterial soap. And oftentimes, those soaps made for dishwashers have some pretty powerful chemicals in them, which again, can lead to irritation and infection.
So keep it simple and safe and use hot water, anti-bacterial soap, and a sink.
The biggest reason that people want to use a dishwasher to clean their toys, besides convenience, is the hot water and the steam. If you’re looking to get this effect, and want to do so in a safer way, try using boiling water.
Before using boiling water to clean your sex toy, you want to make sure that it’s made of a material that is safe to do so with. Toys made from safe materials like stainless steel, silicone, pyrex, in particular, are more than okay to use boiling water on.
It’s worth noting too that, if your toy is motorized, completely submerging them underwater is not a good idea. You can do serious damage to your toys, so avoid mixing too much water with electronic toys to be safe.
Anti-bacterial soap, a little bit of water, and a clean rag or towel is the best way to clean most toys, especially those that you don’t want to get wet fully.
If you have any leather items or toys, you may feel the need to take extra precautions with them, as leather can be a delicate material that needs to be handled correctly. This is 100% true, which is why if you have any leather items, you shouldn’t try to do too much to clean them after use.
Once again, keeping it simple and sticking with hot water, anti-bacterial soap, and a clean rag is without a doubt the best way to go to get the job done.
What about leather cleaners? Are they a good idea?
To keep it short, not really, no. Leather cleaners, like smelly soaps and sprays, contain a lot of chemicals that can cause irritation and infection the next time you use your toy. So with that in mind, it’s a good idea to avoid those completely when cleaning your sex toys.
Well, there you have it! Those are a few basics tips and tricks to keep in mind when cleaning sex toys. So, as long as you keep these ideas in mind, you should remain safe, happy and healthy.
Remember, above all else, don’t avoid cleaning your sex toys completely. Never store away a toy that hasn’t been cleaned, and never use a previously used toy without cleaning it first.
When it comes time to clean your toys, keep it simple and use hot water, anti-bacterial soap, and a clean washrag or towel. You don’t need any fancy chemicals or soaps to get the job done.
If you can, try to buy toys for you and your partner that are the easiest to clean. That way, when it comes time to clean your toys, you’ve got a much easier task on your hands.
Trying to spice up your love life? Looking for some new sex toys for yourself or your partner? Check out our online shop today, we’ll be glad to help you!
Romantic Depot Sexologist Doing Your Body Good:
The term sex, especially in the media, conjures up many images, but seldom is this basic human act discussed in terms of health and fitness. Often sex is often discussed in the news as something lurid or a dangerous activity that people must take precautions for or abstain from. Of course, there are many aspects of this human activity, but it’s important to understand the physical positive that sex brings to your body. The following text highlights the health benefits of sex.
The most basic and, perhaps, the most obvious benefit of sex is the exercise factor. Burning calories in bed is a great way to shed pounds. Thirty minutes of sex can help you burn more than eighty calories. An extremely vigorous session might even allow you to burn up two hundred calories. It takes 3,500 burnt calories to shed one pound, but those eighty minutes sessions add up. And, the exercise component of sex is good for your cardiovascular health too. Some scientific research suggests that men who have sex two times of more during the week can cut their risk of a deadly heart attack in half.
Got a headache? Having a headache is no excuse to refrain from sex. In fact, a bout of sex can actually cure headache pain or relieve the stress causing your headache. It has been reported in medical journals that sex does relieve stress and can lower blood pressure. Sex is also a natural way to reduce pain. During sex, the hormone oxytocin spikes and pain levels drop. Don’t be surprised if you’ve forgotten all about that headache pain after a bout of sex.
A surge of oxytocin is also a great benefit for people suffering from insomnia. The higher oxytocin level in the body is associated with good sleep. Getting adequate sleep on a regular basis is necessary to maintain optimum health. Sex is, therefore, linked to regular sleep patterns. The relaxation element after sex is a natural way for typically highly motivated people to calm down after a long day.
A healthy sex life is also linked to a healthier immune system. Doing it only once or twice a week can actually help you ward off infections like the common cold by boosting your body’s levels of antibodies. These findings have been backed by medical studies and are great news for people who enjoy sex.
Regular ejaculation has been linked to a reduced instance of prostate cancer in men. This is an important benefit of sex that is supported by the scientific community. As the body makes semen, it concentrates levels of zinc, potassium, and citric acid and ejects them from the body. If cancer cells are present, they, as well, are concentrated and released from the body. Consequently, regular ejaculation of semen can be a way of ridding the male’s body of some unwanted elements.
In some scenarios this would be a controversial behavior, but having sex without a condom has actually been linked to depression reduction in women. A crazy benefit it may be, but a study in 2002 suggested that a hormone within semen is absorbed by the female and acts as a modulating or regulating substance. Sex without condoms has been shown to help keep a woman’s hormones balanced and her depression in check. Because of the increased risks of having sex without a condom for many, this benefit is generally left unsaid, but the benefit remains and those who are able to forgo the condom may see happy results.
Of course, a healthy sex life can lead to a feeling self-confidence and happiness for both men and women. Feeling good emotionally can lead to greater health benefits. A poor sex life or no sex life can trigger depression or contribute to a person’s negative sense of self. A fulfilling sex life can play a key role in the good health of a steady relationship and the mutual good feeling can help sustain the other health benefits of sex.
Another weird health benefit of an overtly sexual act can improve your smile. That is, teeth have been shown to benefit from semen. Minerals, zinc, and calcium within semen can reduce tooth decay. A healthy set of teeth is just one more benefit that intimacy can safeguard.
And finally, it might not seem like much, but sex can even benefit a person’s sense of smell. Sex causes prolactin levels to rise in the body. Prolactin is a hormone. This surge is associated with increased stem cell development in the brain. The newly created neurons benefit the brain’s olfactory center making you a better sniffer.
Regular intimacy—cuddling, hugging, touching—along with intercourse can promote mutual healing and provide many health benefits. The fact that intimacy feels good is good for your health. Science has demonstrated that the sense of touch is important to maintain good health. Of course, it is important to take precautions—dangerous sexually-related infections and disease can cancel out the great health benefits of sex. But, as humans are sexual creatures, it should be no surprise that sex (after all risk factors are protected against) is really good for you.
Romantic Depot Sexologist When you think of “kinky”, often the first thing that pops into your head is the image of whips and chains, pain and pleasure . . . and some guy with a cheesy 70s pornstar mustache. But erotic bondage and discipline is both far more common and far less extreme than most people think. Millions of couples have incorporated light bondage and fantasy discipline into their every-day sex lives without going to extremes. Once the practice is understood for what it is – and what it isn’t – then incorporating this kind of fantasy sex into your life is a great way to inject some passion and intensity into your relationship.
Erotic bondage is, quite simply, the use of restraints on one partner during sex to suggest a loss of control that many find exciting. Control games such as tying up or blindfolding your partner can be highly stimulating – some lovers who have a hard time reaching orgasm because of control issues find it far easier to do so once they have abandoned themselves to a light bondage scenario. The restraints, as nominal as they might be, give them permission to relax and “let go” for their lover. Of course there are degrees of bondage play, from a simple binding of hands with a silk tie or pantyhose, through the use of light handcuffs or Velcro bindings, all the way up to rather extreme full-body suits that provide a sense of immobility that only a seasoned bondage enthusiast is usually comfortable with.
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Hand in hand with erotic bondage is BDSM – “Bondage & Discipline/Sado-Masochism” – the “whips” part of “whips and chains”. While this aspect might be as daunting to some as bondage is to others, the safe and controlled fantasy power-plays between lovers can inspire great depths of passion, sexual exploration, and mind-numbing orgasms when just the right balance of pain and pleasure is achieved.
While some are leery of mixing pain with pleasure, the two are naturally combined. The same nerve cells on our skin that register a gentle caress become excited and super-sensitive when a little pain is provided. The purpose of BDSM play is not to injure the recipient of the playful spanking, of course, or even cause a lot of pain – merely to excite and sensitize the flesh to achieve greater responsiveness and orgasm.
Most beginners in BDSM confine themselves to a light spanking, with hand, small whip or paddle, often followed with tiny caresses that can inspire tremendous erotic sensation. Of course many of us have fantasies of control that include pain and spanking – naughty schoolgirl/boy, “French Maid”, boss/secretary, master/slave girl and other erotic role-playing games incorporating some degree of BDSM are highly popular as our culture grows more sexually sophisticated. Accessories to compliment these fantasies are widely available, from paddles, whips, and other “spanking implements” to costumes appropriate to any fantasy.
But even the novice BDSM enthusiast needs to remember a few key rules to restraints and sex play. First there is the “safe word” – a mutually-agreed-upon word unlikely to come up in the scene (“umbrella” or “pickle” are popular) which, when spoken by either party, indicates that someone is feeling uncomfortable with the scenario and wants to stop. Agreeing to a safe word is vital to fostering the sense of trust necessary to have a truly enjoyable BDSM experience.
Another mistake some novices make in their enthusiasm is introducing too many BDSM elements into their sex lives too quickly. Not only can a mountain of whips and handcuffs be intimidating to a partner new to the practice, but trying to incorporate too much too soon can put a strain on the relationship and lead to a disappointing experience. Try introducing one or two elements at a time, and add to them as you and your partner decide which things you found enjoyable. Usually starting with a simple blindfold and an easily-escapable bondage rig – tying your mate’s hands loosely to the bedposts with a couple of old ties or Velcro restraints, for example – is enough of a start to get you and your partner comfortable with the idea. After that, explore your fantasies with expansions of your bondage gear gradually.
An important consideration is how tightly you bind your partner (or wish to be bound yourself.) Many novice BDSM enthusiasts make the mistake of thinking that the best way to begin is by tightly immobilizing their partner to the point where escape on their own is difficult or impossible. While it’s true that a loss of control is implicit in the BDSM experience, it’s also important to remember that a novice is going to be nervous about that loss of control and might panic when faced with true immobility. Usually the simple illusion of immobility is quite enough to convince someone to abandon their sense of control – once they are satisfied that they can escape at will if they get uncomfortable. Lightly-restricting bondage gear with quick-release fasteners is usually perfectly adequate for a beginner’s BDSM experience.
Romantic Depot Sexologist Although most sex toy manufacturers and retailers are quick to highlight the features of their products — how many times have you seen the “Waterproof” logo or wondered just how many vibration patterns a toy actually needs? — you should also pay attention to the material of sex toys. While it’s true that higher quality vibrators and dildos may have a higher initial investment, some materials are simply safer and healthier. If money is your bottom line, consider that safer materials also tend to need less replacing; thus, you may be saving money in the long run, when you purchase a sex toy made of safe materials.
Generally speaking, the safest materials are those that are non-porous or have a low porosity. Porous materials, like traditional jelly toys, have tiny holes that can harbor bacteria, even when your sex toy is physically clean. Most people disinfect items and surfaces in their home, even if those items come nowhere near the orifices of the body so why wouldn’t you want the same for your sex toy? Non-porous toys may also leak chemicals or oils, have a strong, unpleasant odor and can leech colors from other toys.
The following toys are completely non-pourous, when the entire toy is one piece. You can not only clean these materials with soap and water, but you can boil them for three minutes or treat them with the same bleach recipe that you would use to clean baby toys or bottles to disinfect. Toys without moving parts are safe to sanitize on the top shelf of your dishwasher, in a cycle without detergent. Note that many toys use a combination of materials. Any toy that has a seam offers a place for dirt and grime to hide, just like grout between tiles, even if the materials are all non-pores.
Silicone
Manufacturers such as Tantus have always crafted high-quality silicone products. Silicone ranges from rock-hard to lifelike, if you purchase Tantu’s SuperSoft dildos or a VikSkin piece from Vixen. Big name companies like California Exotics now also produce a variety of silicone toys. However, companies can label their toys as silicone if they only contain 10% silicone. Be wary of silicone composites such as TPR Silicone because these are somewhat porous. Silicone should have no scent or taste and, most importantly, you can flame test it with a lighter. Pure silicone will not melt in temperatures lower than 600-degrees Fahrenheit; however, the flame test may leave a temporary smudge.
Glass
Glass may seem like an odd material for a sex toy at first but many people love its rigidity for hitting the right spot without a lot of force. It’s incredibly easy to feel the textures of glass sex toys and you can even apply cool or warm water for temperature play –never put the toy in the freeze or microwave as this can weaken the glass. Phallix is especially known for its glass dildos and some even include 24-karat gold.
Rest assured that your glass dildo will not break or even splinter aside of you; however, you may want to take care to store it in a padded pouch and to hold it securely when washing. Glass is especially easy to clean because it is so slick. For this reason, you can also use glass vibrators and dildos with less lubricant than you might need with other materials.
Metal
Metal sex toys, like the anal plugs and dildos from manufacturer Njoy, are rigid like glass but much heavier. Because of this, you may want to thrust more gently to avoid hitting your cervix or other sensitive parts and you want to avoid hitting your sink or dropping them on tile floors as you can damage your home. However, metal toys offer the benefit of being non-porous as well as responsive to temperature changes.
Acrylics, Ceramics and Wood
Acrylic, ceramic and wood sex toys are not as common as silicone or even glass but consumers enjoy them because they offer hardness without the added weight. These materials may be non-porous; however, you should take care when cleaning them, For example, acrylic and ceramic dildos can scratch and you should not submerge wood because the moisture can allow mold to grow in your sex toys. Stick to soap and water cleaning.
Ceramic vibrators and dildos are crafted, painted and then treated with a tough glaze that makes them non-porous and difficult to scratch. Ceramics come in every color of the rainbow and the glaze allows your ceramic sex toy to be painted with interesting designs like the dildos and vibrators from Lovemoiselle. Charles Duncan designs bright red and black ceramic pieces with unique shapes.
Acrylics, on the other hand, are a hard, synthetic plastic polymer. Acrylic dildos are translucent or transparent and often clear. However, you may find translucent acrylic sex toys with a hint of color, such as blue or pink.
Wood sex toys, like ceramic, are shaped and treated with a glaze, similar to a wooden salad bowl, that makes them healthy and safe. This safe treatment prevents the wood from splintering. Wood is quite light in comparison to other materials. Check out the dildo and anal toys from toy company Nobessence.
Romantic Depot Sexologist The claim that a married sex life is necessarily repetitive or stale is an inaccurate cliché. If you and your spouse are finding physical intimacy to be unsatisfying in its nature or frequency, you do not simply need to accept that this is how things will continue to be. Read on to discover the eight most effective and straightforward things that you can do in order to overcome a sexual dry spell in your marriage, and learn how to make married sex hot, fun and passionate once again.
1) Don’t let your sex life cause depression or anxiety:
It is vital to remember that almost all couples experience periods of diminished sexual desire or satisfaction. Even people who are deeply in love and sexually open-minded can still find their sex lives destroyed by stress, family responsibilities or health problems. It is also common to have a temporarily reduced libido and be entirely unsure of the cause, even when you are still extremely attracted to your partner. Problems in the bedroom do not have to indicate that the marriage is destined to fail, and they are not indications that a good sex life is a thing of the past. In addition, it is important that you not be fooled by popular claims about how much sex is healthy, or how much sex a married couple ‘needs’ to have. Such claims only cause doubt and insecurity, and they are deeply misleading because what is healthy or necessary varies greatly from one relationship to another. With these thoughts in mind, it will be easier for you to avoid panicking or becoming extremely distraught in response to a dry spell in your marriage. If you can stay calm and keep thinking in a productive way, it will be a lot easier to improve your sex life with your spouse. A relaxed attitude to intimacy more easily leads to fun, uninhibited experimentation, while believing that your physical relationship is doomed usually ends up contaminating your everyday interactions as well.
2) Encourage open and honest communication about sex:
Although sex is becoming increasingly less taboo as a topic of conversation, some married couples still feel too uncomfortable and apprehensive to instigate a sober and direct conversation about their sex lives. However, studies repeatedly show that people who frequently discuss their sexual needs and desires tend to be much more likely to describe their sex lives as satisfying and enjoyable. If you are going to move past a dry spell in your marriage, it is important to be able to give each other suggestions regarding what would make physical intimacy more enjoyable for you. Is there a new way you would like to be touched? Do you want to learn what frequency of sex would be ideal for your spouse? These sorts of questions can help to restructure your sex life in a way that pleases you both, and you will also find that discussing what turns you on can be instrumental in spiking levels of desire. It is exciting to hear about what your partner likes most about you and your sexual prowess, and it can also be thrilling to confess to some fantasies that you have hitherto kept secret.
3) Adopt an open-minded approach to trying new things in your sex life:
After years of having sex, married couples often fall into a minimally enjoyable and practical routine when it comes to making love. While this is better than having no sex life at all, it can become a dull or empty experience for one or both parties. In spite of this, you may be hesitant and uncomfortable at the thought of changing your routine. You may worry about your partner laughing at your new ideas, or fear that you will develop stage fright in the face of attempting a new technique in bed. One way to get around this intimidating roadblock is to agree to write a list of things that you want to think about trying. Once you and your spouse have worked out what should be on such a list, you can sit down and talk about what seems most appealing (and remember that you are not obligated to actually show your partner the list). If even this approach sounds too daunting, try browsing the internet to find checklists of sexual ideas. This is an excellent way to discover which things you want to try out or discount, and some of the items on this checklist may spark result in entirely new ideas of your own. In addition, most couples can find a lot of humor in this activity, as few are drawn to the most extreme options.
4) Try to make bedtime more conducive to sexual intimacy:
First, it is important that you be able to feel attracted to your spouse regardless of whether they are wearing a sexy outfit or an old t-shirt. However, you are unlikely to consistently burn with lust if you see your partner in an ill-fitting pajama set every time you go to bed. If one or both of you stop putting in effort when it comes to dressing for bed, this can unfortunately have an adverse influence on the level of sexual desire and chemistry that exists between you. Bear in mind that neither of you need to squeeze into fetish wear in order to make going to bed more conducive to sex; simply going to bed in your underwear (or nothing at all) can set your spouse’s pulse racing.
5) Remember that there are important sexual benefits that come with marriage:
While you might fall into the trap of thinking that life would be more fun if you had multiple new partners on a regular basis or were just starting to have sex with a new love, don’t forget that married couples get to enjoy many benefits that are lacked in such circumstances. For one thing, you know that if something goes wrong in the bedroom then this one bad performance won’t shake your partner’s commitment or make them reconsider being with you. In addition, when you are with someone who knows you well and is committed to loving you, there is more freedom to be honest about certain sexual fantasies and activities that you would like to explore. Finally, knowing one another’s bodies as well as you do means that when making love goes well it can be profoundly satisfying in a way that a one night stand or a sex session with a new person seldom turns out to be.
6) Realize that sexual problems can infect other areas of your marriage:
If you are struggling to find the courage to talk to your spouse about your sex life concerns, one thing that might motivate you is the knowledge that a bad sex life seldom remains insolated. It almost always causes further interpersonal problems. In contrast, better physical intimacy usually improves your emotional connection with your partner, so it is well worth having a frank discussion about your sex life. As your sex life gets better, so will everyday aspects of your marriage, and in response to these interpersonal improvements the sex is likely to improve even more.
7) Do not assume that you already know everything about your partner’s body:
When you have been married for years or decades, it is all too easy to believe that you must have already learned everything that there is to know about your spouse’s erogenous zones and sexual responses. In truth, there is always more to learn, and abandoning the mistaken assumption that you know it all can lead to newly heightened sexual creativity. Each person is different when it comes to which areas feel best when stimulated, so try exploring new parts of your partner’s body during foreplay (either with your hands or your mouth). Some people love to be softly kissed on the back, while others experience shivers of pleasure when the sensitive skin of the scalp is stroked. Giving or receiving a full-body massage is also an enjoyable and relaxing way to learn about surprisingly pleasurable or arousing areas of the body. Constantly trying to find new sensitive spots and experimenting with new ways of stimulating the confirmed erogenous zones helps to stop sex from being a predictable, businesslike affair.
8) Work to make your bedroom a place associated with sexual intimacy:
It is important to be able to see your bedroom as place in which you can enjoy freedom and relaxation away from your daily obligations. Often, this will mean making sure that it is free from children and pets, especially since it seems that these family members are particularly prone to bursting in at the exact moment that you and your spouse are becoming amorous. While any children you have should feel free to knock on your door for attention if they need help or assistance, your sex life will improve if your children do not enter the room without permission.
If you keep the above tips in mind, then with a little time and effort you should be able to overcome a dry spell in your marriage. However, it is important to note that all is not lost if you and your spouse still find that you are struggling. Some couples counselors specialize in sexual therapy, and they may be able to get to the heart of why your sex life remains so unsatisfying.
Romantic Depot Sexologist Thirteen Tips to Help You Prolong Sex and Be a Better Lover
When men are asked how their sex lives could be improved, most admit that they feel they would be better lovers if they had a higher degree of sexual stamina. However, most also believe that they have no real hope of obtaining substantially longer-lasting erections without the use of medication. Thankfully, this is not the case. By incorporating the following thirteen tips into your sex life, you can achieve stronger and more effective erections without being prescribed drugs.
1) Vary your diet as much as possible:
Several interesting studies on male sexual performance have revealed that men with a limited diet have less healthy circulatory systems. If your circulatory system is not functioning to the best of its ability, it is more likely that you will have problems achieving and maintaining an erection (as the blood flow to your penis will be poor). To boost your circulation, make sure that you are getting enough energy from your meals. Eat plenty of protein, as well as carbohydrate-rich food such as brown bread, pasta and rice.
2) Adopt positions that increase blood flow:
When your partner is on top, it is harder for your body to make sure that your penis receives a consistent and adequate amount of blood. This leaves you with a less reliable erection that is more likely to fizzle out before you and your partner are fully satisfied. If you want to prolong sex, make love in positions that allow you to be on top of your partner. In missionary and rear entry positions, the blood flow to your erection will be stronger and more consistent. Of course, you may find it repetitive or dull to have only two sexual positions in your repertoire, so try doing some online research in order to discover more positions that will allow you to be on top and thereby maximize blood flow.
3) Reduce the level of fat in your diet:
Testosterone is the most important male hormone when it comes to sexual desire and achieving strong erections. However, fatty foods reduce the level of testosterone in your body, making it more difficult for you to make sex last as long as you would like it to. If you cut down on the amount of fat that you consume, it is not just your penis that will thank you; your heart and waistline will benefit as well.
4) Reduce your sexual sensitivity:
For some men, the problem encountered when trying to prolong sex is not erection loss but rather an undesirably quick ejaculation. If this is an issue for you, one thing that might help a great deal is a reduction in the level of stimulation during intercourse. Sometimes, learning how to temporarily shift your attention away from sex can work wonders by allowing you to calm down and delay your orgasm. There are also some condoms specifically designed to reduce sensitive in order to boost sexual stamina, and you might want to try some of these if psychological efforts yield no results.
5) Look into the side effects of any drugs you are taking:
Unfortunately, some of the most important and effective medications can lead to erection problems and poor sexual stamina. Anti-depressants are some of the main culprits, with a decreased sex drive and less reliable erections being two of the most common side effects reported by patients. Many drugs that treat high blood pressure are also linked to a reduction in sexual stamina, as are certain muscle relaxants. Take a look at your medications and do some thorough research into their side effects. If you find a strong connection between one of your drugs and the problems that you are having in your sex life, approach your doctor so that you can discuss finding a similarly effective medication that might not influence your erections. However, it is vital that you not stop taking any prescribed medications unless expressly instructed to do so.
6) Cut down on alcohol consumption:
Alcohol reduces your responsiveness to physical stimulation, and this includes sexual stimulation. This means that even the skilled touch of your partner may not be able to turn on you on enough to allow you to develop and maintain an erection. If you keep your drinking in check (especially when you know you are going to be having sex later that day), you stand a much better chance of prolonging sex and satisfying your partner.
7) Combat sexual anxiety:
Many men experience problems with performance anxiety, as it is easy to feel as though you are under a great amount of pressure to be a good lover. Losing an erection can be embarrassing in a lot of contexts, and fear of this happening to you can unfortunately end up being at the forefront of your mind when you are just about to have sex. Of course, focusing on feelings of anxiety and low self-confidence actually decrease your chances of having a long and satisfying sexual experience, as erections are quick to disappear when negative emotions are felt. If this sort of performance anxiety is one of the things that are making you feel as though you are not as good a lover as you could be, one of the main ways to help yourself is to have a frank and honest conversation with your partner. You may think that you are the only one who experiences self-doubt in relation to sex, but your partner will most likely share some of her own insecurities and help you to realize that some of your worst fears about negative judgment are actually unfounded. This will make it easier for you to relax during sex in the future, and if you are genuinely having fun without fear then you will be much more likely to be able to prolong sex. If getting rid of your problematic anxiety proves to be more complicated, you might consider seeing a relationship counselor who specializes in helping couples get over psychological issues connected to sex.
8) Quit smoking:
In addition to being connected to a whole host of potentially fatal diseases, smoking cigarettes is linked to the development of poor circulation. Without good circulation, you have little hope of regularly attaining firm and long-lasting erections.
9) Reduce the frequency of masturbation:
If you want to be able to maintain a strong and long-lasting erection, try to make sure that you don’t masturbate in the twelve hour period before having sex. Masturbation uses up some of the blood flow that you need in order to avoid losing an erection during intercourse. In addition, it is worth noting that you might be having problems with sexual performance because frequent masturbation is ‘teaching’ your body to respond exclusively to your own very specific touch. If you reduce the frequency of masturbation and try to add variety to your techniques, you will find that your body will start to learn to respond to all sorts of different types and speeds of sexual stimulation. This will make it easier to maintain a strong erection when your partner is pleasuring you or when you are making love.
10) Keep your body fit:
If you regularly exercise, you will have a stronger cardiovascular system that is more readily able to supply your erections with the necessary blood flow during sex.
11) Pace yourself in the bedroom:
It is easy to get carried away with passion and enthusiasm when you are about to have sex with an attractive partner. However, if you use up all of your energy in the first five minutes of foreplay or sex, the resulting tiredness increases your risk of losing your erection before the lovemaking is over.
12) Buy a penis ring:
Penis rings are affordable little rubber rings that sit at the base of the penis during sex. They trap blood in your penis, helping you to prolong sex by aiding you in maintaining a firm erection. They do not work for everyone, but given that they cost so little then you may be want to invest in one to see whether they might offer a simple solution to your problems.
13) Consider buying zinc supplements:
Zinc encourages your body to produce plenty of testosterone and improves sperm count (as well as sperm quality). If you want to prolong sex by achieving longer-lasting erections, it may be worth your while to try taking zinc for a while in order to see whether there is any noticeable difference.
Although these diet and lifestyle modifications should lead to obvious and sustained improvements in your sex life, you should not expect miracles! It takes time and effort to deal with sexual anxiety, improve your diet, or learn how to adopt new sexual positions that boost blood flow. However, if after substantial time and effort you do not experience an increased ability to prolong sex, you should discuss your concerns with your doctor. Sometimes, problems achieving and maintaining erections are related to underlying health problems, and your doctor will be able to launch the appropriate investigations that may allow you to find a straightforward solution.
