Tickler & Balls

Tips for Clit Ticklers and Ben-Wa Balls

Need something to tickle your fanny? (And this was no Freudian slip). Beyond the world of vibrators and dildos there's a whole galaxy of sex toys that can deliver particular pleasure to the female anatomy. Although these toys can also be used by men, most have special appeal to a woman's body and are generally referred to as clitoral stimulators or pussy arousers. Ranging in shape and format, size certainly does not matter in this instance.

Vibrating Beads and Balls: The most common type of fanny tickler is small, egg-shaped and attached to a multi-speed battery pack by a long cord. There are numerous variations on the basic design and include more narrow, bullet-shaped vibes and vibrators shaped like cats, bunnies, bears, dewdrops, miniature rocket vibrators and human tongues.

Ticklers: While not the "tongue" on the tip of a condom, as French Ticklers are often described, ticklers are nevertheless fun toys for men to use during intercourse. Made of a stretchy substance such as latex, rubber or jelly, ticklers fit over the shaft of the penis and are usually covered with a tactile feature that increases stimulation for the wearer's partner.

Insertable Clitoral Vibrators: These insertable vibrators often have a small animal, such as a rabbit, bear, dolphin or beaver, perched near the base of the vibrator and facing forward. In addition to making you giggle, your animal friend will provide clitoral vibrations while you insert the shaft into your vagina. Fancy models also come equipped with a rotating band of beads or "pearls," which can provide G-Spot stimulation.

Hands-Free Clitoral Stimulators: Designed to resemble a pair of G-string panties, the hands-free clitoral stimulator (also called a "butterfly" vibrator) is a small, intense vibrator held fast to a woman's clitoris for an intense, localized vibration. The miniature motor is housed in a plastic casing resembling a butterfly, dragonfly or some other kind of cute forest creature.