Boudoir Essentials

Waterproof Vibrating Body Scrunchie

admin — Sat, 15 Sep 2007 22:36:00 +0000

This nylon mesh scrunchie from California Exotic Novelties appears, at first glance, to be a normal scrunchie. Its pastel pink plastic layers disguise a removable cylindrical micro-massager about two inches in length. This softcore scrunchie lightly vibrates at a single frequency with the turning dial situated at one end, requiring two hands to turn the device on and off. However, the scrunchie can easily be held in the palm of one hand if already set to vibrate. As the box advertises, the stimulator is waterproof, holding up well even when immersed. It detaches effortlessly from the ring at the center of the scrunchie and returns to its spot just as easily. Two packs of the needed batteries are included though the exact type of battery needed is not listed on the box. Rather, it features a picture of a woman and man kissing in the shower and states, “Bathing has never been more fun!”

Written by: C. Amber Pearce, September 15th 2007

"Screaming O" Vibrating Cock Ring

admin — Sat, 08 Sep 2007 00:08:00 +0000

By Boudoir Essentials

The "Screaming O" Vibrating Cock Ring seems like a great way to make safe sex fun. Disposable and designed to be used with a condom, the pink, jelly-like cock ring has a tiny vibrator that transmits decently powerful vibrations from the base of the phallus (penis or dildo—the packaging invites either option) to the vulva during penetration. While the vibe worked just fine, my partner found it too distracting to be much as much fun as it promised, claiming it detracted from the multiplicity of sensations he typically enjoys. From my perspective, the vibe didn't hit high enough to do anything really show-stopping. It promises to deliver “stimulating erotic sensations to the clitoris,” but unfortunately, came nowhere near mine, though I will admit the sensations were pleasant. Pleasant is not quite enough to give me a “Screaming O.” On the whole, if you're looking for something to make condom sex more fun or to speed ejaculation, not a bad product, if a tad expensive for the experience.

Written by: kristina grob, September 7th 2007

Sweet Snow Sensual Body Powder

admin — Sun, 05 Aug 2007 22:48:00 +0000

By Boudoir Essentials

The Honey of the Nymph Sweet Snow Sensual Body Powder is from the Shunga Erotic Art line. The word “shunga” commonly refers to Japanese erotic paintings from the sixteenth to eighteenth centuries. The company brochure says the collection was inspired by the sexual imagination and fantasy of such paintings. The company claims to have “collected a range of products for the lovers of lovemaking, those who must fully experience their intimate moments in a spirit of sensuality, excitement and passion.”

I think this product is especially suited to people who like their intimate moments to be a bit… messy. This mixture of modified starch and corn starch (which may also contain honey bake, aspartame, natural and/or artificial flavor) is essentially a dust which comes with a small, wooden handled feather duster. Applying the powder with the plumes leads to a small cloud of sweet smelling dust that sometimes includes tiny feathers. Of course, the dust that doesn’t make it onto the skin is going to end up on the sheets, on top of the stereo and all over the floor.

The powder does not have an unpleasant flavor. It is not overly sweet and leaves no after taste, but I wouldn’t choose to consume more than a small amount. The feather applicator felt deliciously tickly on my skin, but it does seem to be made of genuine feathers, so vegans beware. (Vegans may also want to do some research into the “honey bake” listed as a potential ingredient.)

Although I’m typically quite the sensualist, I didn’t find this “lovemaking” enhancement all that exciting. If I were already in the mood for sex, I might find this product thrilling, but if I were trying to get into the mood for sex, I think this product would just make me giggle. Personally, if I wanted to spice up my sex life, instead of buying this powder, I would take the money and buy some good lube or a bottle of tequila.

Written by: Chantel C. Guidry, August 5th 2007

Natural Contours' Superbe

admin — Mon, 23 Jul 2007 02:34:00 +0000

By Boudoir Essentials

Several years ago, when I first read that Candida Royalle was going to start making vibrators, I couldn’t wait to try one out for size. The price, however, kept me from making their acquaintance. With a list price now around $25, that problem has now been remedied, but a new one has taken its place. As with many a first time, I came away wishing it had been just a little bigger.

Five inches long with a curve in the middle, the Superbe couldn’t reach both ends of my girly parts at the same time. This could have been sorted out, if I hadn’t been distracted by that NOISE! The speed switch starts on high, then goes to medium and low. The expected buzzing was not excessive, but was accompanied by a loud rattling, as though the motor were loose inside the hard, plastic casing. I ended up having to do the deed under the covers, which was a visual buzz kill, and still noisy. The rattling also made me a little nervous about when the fire was going to start. This vibe is cute in an anime sort of way, and is definitely non-threatening to both new users and size conscious husbands. If you can get past the rattle, this could be a good choice for those looking for something petite.

Written by: Melissa Ruiz, July 22nd 2007

Silk Touch Egg Vibe

admin — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 18:20:00 +0000

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Sea foam green and shaped like soft serve ice cream, this vibrator has five different settings that hum, pulse and beat little morse code pleasures. The tear drop control fits into the average palm perfectly, so there’s no awkward fumbling while trying to heighten the fun, unless (like me) you roll over the on/off switch while in the throes of pleasure. The smooth plastic feel doesn’t require lubrication until penetration, but, then again, this vibrator’s main buzz is on the clit.

Ideal for solo or partner use, GrrlToyz has created a user-friendly toy that does its duty for a fair price ($19.99). Though the Silk Touch Egg Vibe doesn’t get high marks for aesthetics or battery-type (tracking down AAA’s proved challenging in DC, perhaps only because Laura Bush is rumored to have a sex toy collection that would rival Annie Sprinkle’s), it is easy to clean (vibrator and control detach), provides five choices for those raised on fast food value menus (I like option #2, personally) and is innocuous enough to unassumingly fit into purses and night bags (managers at work are none the wiser). The flex-cord is perfect for couple play, giving control to both partners. The Silk Touch Egg Vibe is now a continuous presence on my nightstand.

Written by: Lacey Dunham, June 29th 2007