Sex Festival around the world

Let’s be honest: Every bachelor hopes to get lucky on a vacation trip. The lure of exotic women clad in minimal clothing and carrying even fewer hang-ups is a prime aphrodisiac. So eliminate the middleman, skip the cheesy resort group outings and go directly to where sex and nudity blare in your face — these top 10 sex festivals
In their own fashions, the following events provide a space to celebrate the beauty of getting laid. Each place holds popular, annually scheduled events, and they all have inherent shock value. So what are you waiting for? Go and get some.

Kinky Copenhagen

Copenhagen, Denmark – October
For every (legal) kink you can dream of, there will be a stall in the Danish capital for it. Think computer convention, but replace chips and wires with dildos, whips, leather, and latex. This festival focuses on fringe sexual subculture and discusses openly what most would only dare explore in a dark, locked basement. And for those who prefer straight-up sex without the pain and the uniforms will find strippers and porn lords galore.
Look out for: The extreme body artists for whom tattoos are kids’ stuff. The outrageous piercings, body modifications and implants here will leave you gasping.

Love Parade

Berlin, Germany – July
While this is not an official sex event, it has enough party-crazy, beautiful young people to be a prime spot for lovin’ action. It’s the world’s biggest techno festival founded to celebrate unity and understanding following the collapse of the Berlin Wall. Annually, 1.5 million horny and sweaty young adults dance all day and all night in the city streets, and the police sit by and watch while guilt-free groping, kissing and nookie go unfettered.
Look out for: Some of the biggest trance and house DJs on the planet like Pete Tong, Paul van Dyk and Paul Oakenfold.

Mardi Gras

New Orleans, Louisiana – February
Yes, America’s wild pre-Lenten carnival has lots of music, costumes and culture. However, that’s not why New Orleans’ hotels are booked solid with college guys. In the sweltering heat of street revelry, inhibitions are tossed aside like so many beads, and the beautiful women exhibit their treasures for all. It’s a horndog’s paradise, and certainly a hotspot for spontaneous boot-knocking among strangers.
Look out for: The Krewe du Vieux parade has plenty of immorality on display. No wonder it’s a favorite shooting spot for Girls Gone Wild producers.

Kutemajrvi Sex Festival

Kangasniemi, Finland – July
Kutemajrvi is the more intellectual of the sex festivals, but there’s plenty of the actual nasty acts for all tastes as well. Professionals give lectures on all aspects of sexuality and merchandise stands display innovations in sex products. Then it’s flesh time. Dancers and performers take the stage and do things you only envisioned in your head at night.
Look out for: The Afrodite contest is where the women of men’s dreams compete for the festival’s top honor

Hot d’Or

Cannes, France – May
While the world’s most prestigious film festival takes place in the glare of the French Riviera, another much seamier one unravels a few miles down the coast. It’s the Hot d’Or, the Oscars of porn. This is where the multibillion-dollar smut industry gathers each year to congratulate itself for persistently fueling people’s sexual fantasies. Silicone, stilettos and massive coifs line the beach, and the inevitable nudity and live sex acts spice things up.
Look out for: The post-ceremony parties on yachts and hotels, where the big-league orgasm goddesses flock.

International Erotic Film Festival

Barcelona, Spain – September
Less exclusive and more comprehensive than its Cannes counterpart, the Barcelona erotic film festival’s mission is to break the taboos associated with porn and the use of sex products. Yes, porno flicks are shown continuously and their stars are there to “discuss” their “work,” but there is also a lingerie show, a sex product fair and a fetish party.
Look out for: Some very steamy live sex shows, including state-of-the-art girl-on-girl.

Nudes-A-Poppin’ Pageant

Ponderosa Sun Club, Roselawn, Indiana – July & August
Sexy, raunchy and daring, this nude pageant in Indiana’s most infamous nudist resort has gorgeous naked women lining up for the honor of the Miss Nude crown. However don’t expect to see nothing more than nude ladies walking around; erotic dancing, exhibitionism and acts that border on hardcore sex draw thousands to this delicious celebration of nudity each year.
Look out for: The contestants’ group photo. You’ve never seen so many naked women together in your life.

Folsom Street Fair

San Francisco, California – September
For those partial to leather, latex and a good dash of domination, San Francisco hosts the definitive S&M celebration. Several city blocks in the SOMA district are cordoned, allowing all manners of toys, ticklers, rubber suits, and leather masks to go on display. You’ll be astounded at how creative people can become when they want to get off.
Look out for: The demonstration booths, where you can just watch or give the old whip a crack or two yourself.

Erotica

London, England – November
Billed as the biggest erotic festival on the globe, London’s Erotica presents sexuality and lifestyle miscellany in a relaxed and casual atmosphere. Complete with live shows, an erotic jewelry boutique and a showroom with over 230 exhibitors, all things sexy can be found here.
Look out for: The singles meeting point, full of young people looking for a fun night out, if you know what we mean.

Exotic Erotic Ball

San Francisco, California – October
A tradition going back 25 years, the Exotic Erotic Ball remains one of the nation’s wildest parties, where all the sexy people come to unleash their inner beasts. There are dance parties, strip shows and mind-blowing sex performances. The video documentary of the party is a consistent bestseller every year.
Look out for: The giant cocktail glasses with stunning women bathing inside.

Asia’s Celebrity Scandals

Katrina Halili and Hayden Kho.

1. The Hayden sex video scandal

Who: Katrina Halili, a Filipina actress who was voted FHM Philippines' sexiest woman in 2006 and 2007, and Hayden Kho Jr, celebrity doctor, model and TV star.
What: In late 2008, a sex video of Halili and Kho started appearing online and on street DVDs -- it quickly spread like wildfire. The videos also showed the good-looking Kho with other women.
Then 23, Halili claimed the videos were taken without her knowledge or consent. She said she was only guilty of falling in love with Kho, according to the Manila Bulletin.
The morning after: Claims, counter claims, senate investigations and the loss of a medical license -- the sex scandal had the whole nation talking for the best part of last year with court cases still continuing.
At one point the scandal involved Kho's mother, who accused Halili of drug pushing.
In the end, Halili exacted her revenge. Her complaint led the Professional Regulation Commission to revoke Hayden’s license to practice medicine for “committing immorality as well as dishonorable and unethical conduct.” He was also suspended last September for one year by the Philippine Medical Association “for conduct offensive to the profession.”

The episode also provoked the government to pass anti-voyeurism legislation.

Anya Ayoung-Chee.

2. Who's that girl? Miss Universe sex tape speculation

Who: Anya Ayoung-Chee, Miss Trinidad and Tobago 2008 and incorrect speculation about Hiroko Mima, Miss Japan 2008.
What: This got the Japanese media in a tizz and possibly in all sorts of bother. A threesome sex video surfaced on the Internet last year and Japanese media speculated that Japan's Miss Universe contestant was one of the trio along with Miss T and T and photographer Wyatt Gallery. It turned out to be only half true: the girl mistaken to be Hiroko Mima in the ménage a trios was not the pageant winner, but a lookalike ‘close friend' of Gallery's.
The morning after: Gallery said in a TMZ exclusive that he suspected the tape was leaked after a Trinidad computer shop took his laptop in for repairs. He also planned to sue those who continued to distribute the tape, although copies of it are still popping up online.
Hiroko Mima coached incumbent Miss Japan Emiri Miyasaka for Miss Universe 2009, while Anya Ayoung-Chee continued to work as a model. Mima's management has threatened legal action against those that incorrectly fingered the model as being in the video.

Hoang Thuy Linh.

3. Vang Anh scandal: TV sweetheart shocks nation

Who: Teenager Hoang Thuy Linh, who starred as a virtuous high school girl in the popular TV series "Vang Anh's Diaries."
What: A blurry yet racy video of the 19 year old Thuy Linh in bed with her former boyfriend hit the web in 2007, shocking fans and the rest of conservative Vietnam.
The morning after: It remains the biggest 'virtual scandal' in Vietnamese history. Outrage and criticism from the public and the media caused VTV to promptly pull the plug on the show. But not before Thuy Linh's televised apology: “I made a mistake, a terrible mistake,” she said in her on-air farewell, as the show was dumped. “I apologize to you, my parents, my teachers and my friends.”
Despite the similarities to the Paris Hilton and Kim Kardashian sex tapes sagas, for Thuy Linh it seemed to spell the end of her promising career.
But according to the New York Times last year, Thuy Linh was able to turn her bad publicity into a career opportunity.
She transformed her public image from innocent to sexy and is now much in demand for fashion shows, television appearances and advertising, the Times reported Khuat Thu Hong, co-director of the Institute for Social Development Studies in Hanoi, as saying.
And this is leading other Vietnamese actresses and entertainers to post more raunchy images of themselves on the Internet and challenge the country's more conservative values.

Edison Chen and Gillian Chung.

4. Edison Chen’s ‘Sexy Photo Gate'

Who: Hip hop artist Edison Chen and many, many women, including singer and actress Gillian Chung, movie star Cecilia Cheung, former singer-model Bobo Chan, and his current girlfriend, Vincy Yeung.
What: In 2008, some 1,300 photos of Chen getting raunchy with at least six celebrities (in various stages of undress) leaked on the Internet after he took his hard drive to a computer repair shop.
The morning after: Chen, hounded by the Hong Kong Police and relentless media persecution, fled to the United States and announced that he’s putting his entertainment career on hold "indefinitely." He’s since returned to Hong Kong and starred in movie "The Sniper." He broke his silence on the scandal to CNN in an exclusive interview.
After a two-year hiatus, Gillian Chung, who’s on CNNGo’s Hong Kong Hot List, is back with a tougher, sexier image and is currently working on film projects.
Cecilia Cheung, who criticized Chen harshly in interviews after the scandal broke, continued making babies with actor and musician Nicolas Tse.

Chu Mei-feng.

5. Chu Mei-feng: Sex, lies, videotape and politics

Who: Then Taiwanese politician Chu Mei-feng and her married lover.
What: In 2001, Chu’s jealous friend Kuo Yu-ling installed a pinhole camera in her bedroom, recorded Chu’s trysts with her married lover Tseng Chung-ming, and gave the scoop to a tabloid. A VCD of the steamy sessions then quickly circulated in Asia, rocking the Taiwanese psyche.
The morning after: Chu resigned from her post as the head of the Hsinchu municipal Cultural Affairs Department, and announced that she would drop out of public life.
She then thought better of it and cashed in on her notoriety by publishing a biography and staging a concert in Singapore in 2002. She’s currently an anchor at Macau Asia Satellite Television.
Her ex-BFF was slapped with a four year sentence on the counts of violating the privacy law, undermining public morality, and theft and forgery.

Birth Control in Japan

Birth Control in Japan

condom vending machine
Among Japanese that use birth control, 80 percent use condoms, followed by the rhythm method and spermicide jelly. Some use female contraceptives (a cookie-size, thin piece of plastic with a spermicide). Sterilization is practiced among couples that already have kids. Many Japanese don't use contraceptives as illustrated by the high number of shotgun weddings.

Japanese birth control policy has often been determined by politics. Abortions were banned in 1907 and all kinds of birth control were made illegal in World War II. In the 1950s, when the population was growing rapidly and women were added in the labor force, abortion were legalized for "economic and health" reasons.

Single women are reluctant to visit gynecologists because of the widespread assumption that only reason a single woman would do so would be to obtain an abortion or receive treatment for a sexually transmitted disease. Single women become painfully aware of these assumptions if they are in awaiting room surrounded by pregnant or married women.

Birth Control Pills in Japan

condom vending machine next to energy drink machine 
  Birth control pills were finally approved in Japan in May 1999, nearly 50 years after they were approved the United States. Before then only high-dose varieties of the pill were available and they were prescribed for menstrual disorders not birth control. These pills carry a higher risk of high blood pressure and some forms of cancer than the low dose versions.

Over the years the Japanese government has supported the ban on the pill on the grounds of sexual morality, AIDS prevention and women's health. Critics have claimed the pill encourages promiscuity, produces side effects such as morning sickness, bloating and strokes and pollutes rivers with hormones. Among the groups opposed to the legalization of birth-control pills were condom makers and health clinics that performed abortions.

One of the main reasons approval of birth control pills was finally granted was the outcry over the fact that Viagra was approved with a minimum of fuss by the Japanese-equivalent of the FDA in 1998 after a review process that took only six months while birth control pill had been under review for nine years and remained unavailable 34 years after regulatory approval was first requested. Many women felt there was clearly a double standard. It was said that Viagra was approved so quickly because members of Parliament—mostly old men—wanted to get their hands on the drug.

Aversion to Birth Control Pills in Japan

bloody-type condom vending machine 
  It was thought that after the pill was legalized, Japanese women would jump at the change to take it. That has not happened. As of 2004, five years after they were legalized, Japanese women continue to shun birth control pills. According to one survey only 1.3 percent of the Japanese females between 15 and 49 used the pill, compared to 15.6 percent in the United States. More than 70 percent the women surveyed said they would never use the pill. Only 20 percent said they world try it.

Reasons why Japanese women avoid the pill, experts say, include ignorance, easy-to-obtain abortions, marketing restrictions, discriminatory pricing and taboos associated with visiting a gynecologist. A month’s supply of birth control pills cost around $30 but women who want the pill sometimes have or pay a $1,000 a year for the pills and extensive tests required to get a prescription.

Many women fear they will gain weight, become infertile, or suffer some other side effect. One woman told the Los Angeles Times, "I hear women can't get pregnant again, even after they stop using it." Another said, "It's much cheaper and easier just to ask men to but condoms. Taking something everyday seems like a real bother."

On the social stigmas attached to birth control pills, one Japanese psychiatrist told Newsweek, "Many women still say, my boyfriend would think I play around if I talked about birth control." One Japanese gynecologist said, "It's easier for a Japanese woman to say she's had an abortion that to say she's on the pill."

Condoms in Japan

Condomania shop 
Condoms are the most common form of birth control. According to a United Nation study, they are used regularly by 46 percent of couples between the ages of 15 and 49 and by 80 percent of the sexually active public who use birth control.
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One reasons they are so popular is that they are easy to obtain with a minimum of fuss and embarrassment. Condoms are sold at all kinds of stores and can be purchased discreetly from vending machines. Condomania in Tokyo sells Skinless Wrinkle Zero-0 condoms and glodoms" that "light up your love life." Sometimes female salespersons sell them door-to-door in respectable neighborhoods.

Condom use is linked with low teenage pregnancy, low HIV and sexually transmitted disease rates. Widespread use of condoms dates back to World War II when Japanese soldiers in foreign lands were required to use them when the visited prostitutes. Women often insist that men wear condoms and the men comply.

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Text Sources: New York Times, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Daily Yomiuri, Times of London, Japan National Tourist Organization (JNTO), National Geographic, The New Yorker, Time, Newsweek, Reuters, AP, Lonely Planet Guides, Compton’s Encyclopedia and various books and other publications.

The Female Condom

What is the female condom?

The female condom is a thin sheath or pouch worn by a woman during sex. It entirely lines the vagina and helps to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) including HIV. Two types of female condom are available.

The FC / FC2 female condom

An FC female condom 

 

The FC female condom has been available in Europe since 1992 and was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1993. It is available in many countries, at least in limited quantities, throughout the world. This female condom carries various brand names in different countries including Reality, Femidom, Dominique, Femy, Myfemy, Protectiv’ and Care.
The FC female condom is a polyurethane sheath or pouch about 17 cm (6.5 inches) in length. At each end there is a flexible ring. At the closed end of the sheath, the flexible ring is inserted into the vagina to hold the female condom in place. At the other open end of the sheath, the ring stays outside the vulva at the entrance to the vagina. This ring acts as a guide during penetration and it also stops the sheath bunching up inside the vagina.
There is silicone-based lubricant on the inside of the condom, but additional lubrication can be used. The condom does not contain spermicide.
In 2005 the makers of the FC female condom announced a new product called FC2. This has the same design as the original version but is made of nitrile, which may make it cheaper to produce. The FC2 began large-scale production in 2007. The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is already procuring the FC2. The FDA approved the FC2 in December 2008 and the World Health Organisation has stated that the product is acceptable for bulk procurement by UN agencies.

The VA w.o.w. Condom Feminine

A VA w.o.w. Condom Feminine

The VA w.o.w. Condom Feminine (or VA for short) has been distributed as part of HIV prevention efforts in South Africa since 2004. More recently it has become available in Brazil, Indonesia and through government clinics in Portugal. Having gained the “CE mark” for European marketing, its manufacturer plans to expand its availability in European shops and clinics. One more trial is needed before the product can gain FDA approval for sale in the USA.
Like most male condoms, the VA is made of latex. When not stretched it is much shorter than the FC – around 9 cm (3.5 inches) – though it is highly elastic. It has a rounded triangular frame at the open end and a sponge inside the closed end, which helps to anchor it inside the vagina.
The VA is lubricated and does not contain spermicide. Oil-based lubricants should not be used with this female condom as they can damage latex.

How do you use the female condom?

Open the package carefully. Choose a position that is comfortable for insertion - squat, raise one leg, sit or lie down. Make sure the condom is lubricated enough.

A video showing how to use a female condom.

If you are using the FC or FC2 female condom, make sure the inner ring is at the closed end of the sheath, and hold the sheath with the open end hanging down. Squeeze the inner ring with thumb and middle finger (so it becomes long and narrow), and then insert the inner ring and sheath into the vaginal opening. Gently insert the inner ring into the vagina and feel it go up. Place the index finger inside the condom and push the inner ring as far as it will go. Make sure the condom is inserted straight, and is not twisted inside the vagina. The outer ring should remain on the outside of the vagina.
To begin inserting the VA, hold the sponge and frame close together and place the closed end in front of the vagina. Use two fingers to push the closed end containing the sponge inside the vagina as far as it will go. Make sure the sponge is opened up flat once it has been inserted. The frame should remain on the outside of the vagina.
The penis should be guided into the condom in order to ensure that the penis does not slip into the vagina outside the condom. Use enough lubricant so that the condom stays in place during sex. The female condom should not be used at the same time as a male condom because the friction between the two condoms may cause the condoms to break.
If the condom slips during intercourse, or if it enters the vagina, then you should stop immediately and take the female condom out. Then insert a new one and add extra lubricant to the opening of the sheath or on the penis.
To remove the condom, twist the outer ring or frame gently and then pull the condom out keeping the sperm inside. Wrap the condom in the package or in tissue and throw it away. Do not put it into the toilet. It is generally recommended that the female condom should not be reused.
The female condom may feel unfamiliar at first. The female condom may feel different and some people find it difficult to insert. Some women find that with time and practice using the female condom becomes easier and easier.

What are the benefits?

• Opportunity for women to share the responsibility for the condoms with their partners
• A woman may be able to use the female condom if her partner refuses to use the male condom
• The female condom will protect against most STDs and pregnancy if used correctly
• The FC or FC2 female condom can be inserted up to 8 hours before intercourse so as not to interfere with the moment
• The FC and FC2 female condoms are made of polyurethane and nitrile, which are less likely to cause an allergic reaction than latex. These materials can be used with oil-based as well as water-based lubricants. No special storage requirements are needed because polyurethane and nitrile are not affected by changes in temperature and dampness. In addition, these materials are thin and conduct heat well, so sensation is preserved.

What are the disadvantages?

• The outer ring or frame is visible outside the vagina, which can make some women feel self-conscious
• The FC and FC2 female condoms can make noises during intercourse (adding more lubricant can lessen this problem)
• Some women find the female condom hard to insert and to remove
• It has a higher failure rate in preventing pregnancy than non-barrier methods such as the pill
• It is relatively expensive and relatively limited in availability in some countries
• It is recommended that the female condom be used only once

Can I reuse the female condom?

It is believed that limited availability and high cost have led some women to reuse female condoms in some countries. The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends use of a new male or female condom for every act of intercourse for those people who use condoms for pregnancy prevention and/or STD/HIV prevention.
WHO does not recommend or promote reuse of female condoms but has released a document together with guidelines and advice for programme managers who may consider reuse of FC female condoms in local settings. There are no guidelines for reusing VA and FC2 female condoms.

Using the female condom for anal sex

Some people use the female condom for anal sex, although it has not been officially approved or recommended for this use. More research is needed to determine whether the female condom is effective at preventing STD and HIV transmission during anal sex.

Support for the female condom

WHO and UNAIDS are encouraging wider access to the female condom as a method of preventing both pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. Many governments and non-governmental organisations provide female condoms for free or at subsidised prices as part of their HIV prevention and family planning programmes.

Worldwide use and availability

The female condom is used in public health programmes in more than 90 countries and is commercially marketed directly to consumers in ten countries. It is quite widely used in some places where it is actively promoted, such as South Africa, Zimbabwe and Brazil. However in many parts of the world it is hardly available at all.
In fiscal year 2008, the makers of the FC female condom sold 34.7 million units worldwide, up from 25.9 million in 2006 and 14 million in 2005. Many of these condoms were purchased by donor agencies such as USAID and UNFPA. The VA currently sells in much smaller quantities. Altogether, female condoms account for only around 0.2% of global condom use.
In 2005, nearly two thirds of all female condoms were used in Africa, while the next largest shares went to North America and Europe. Asia accounted for less than 1% of the global total in 2005, though figures for later years may be higher due to growth in India.

Future of the female condom

 

Vending machines for both male and female condoms in France 

 

The two female condom manufacturers hope that demand for their products will grow substantially in the near future. However both are small companies with limited promotional resources, and it remains to be seen whether FC2 or VA will prove much more popular than the original female condom – even if they are cheaper.
New female condoms are being developed by the non-governmental organisation PATH and by a Belgian company called MEDITEAM. These are still a long way from becoming widely available and their future prospects are uncertain.
The benefits of expanding female condom use could be very great. A study in 2006 found that countrywide distribution (equivalent to 10% of condom sales) of the FC2 female condom in Brazil and South Africa would be “useful and cost-effective” for preventing HIV. The cost savings could be greatly increased if 300 million FC2s were acquired through a global purchasing mechanism, which would cut the price per condom by two thirds.
Wider use of the female condom in developing countries depends on the commitment of governments and other major donors. To achieve its full potential, much greater efforts need to be made worldwide to promote the female condom, to make it more accessible and acceptable.

Toys for the Sex...

Vibrators

Vibrators are vibrating devices intended to pleasurably stimulate various parts of the body. Vibrators intended for sexual use are often dildo-shaped, although they also come in a wide range of other shapes and sizes, allowing internal and external use.

• Penetrative Vibrators usually measure twelve to eighteen centimeters (five to seven inches) in length and two to five centimeters (one to two inches) wide often to mimic the size of the average penis.
• Anal vibrators are designed to be inserted into the rectum to pleasure the prostate in men and give a feeling of fullness to women.
• The G-spot vibrator is curved at one end to facilitate stimulation of the female G-spot. Some are small and can fit on to a finger.
• Bullet vibrators are small, bullet-shaped vibrators that can be used for direct stimulation or inserted into other sex toys to increase stimulation.
• Vibrator wands, such as the Hitachi Magic Wand, are large vibrators that generally plug into a wall (versus operating on battery power) and are marketed as back massagers. They are typically used for clitoral stimulation.
• The rabbit vibrator, of which there are several variations, is a popular female sex toy popularized by the television series Sex and the City. It comprises an insertable shaft which often has additional functionality, such as rotation and internal beads or a thrusting action. Attached to the shaft is a vibrating clitoral stimulator. For most rabbit vibrators this comes in the form of "bunny ears" which sit either side of the clitoris.
• Luxury Vibrators entered the market around 2000 with an increased focus on design and the use of precious materials that appeal to the more upscale fashion market.

 Penile toys

A penis sleeve

• "Artificial vaginas", also known as "pocket pussies", "vaginas" or "masturbators", are modeled to accept a penis for simulated intercourse. They can be shaped like vaginas, anuses, or anything with a hole for penetration.
• Cock rings prolong male erection by withholding blood inside the penis. A man may wear a cock-ring to combat erectile difficulties, or because for the sensation of tightness and engorgement that wearing one provides. Some models include a protruding clitoral stimulator, designed to stimulate the clitoris during sex. Others vibrate, either vibrating the ring itself, or in a popular 'Dolphin' variant by using two removable bullet vibrators to provide stimulation to both the testicles and clitoris. Some cock rings also have vibrators attached which can be worn to stimulate a partner during sexual intercourse, especially in the scrotum or perineum.
• A triple crown is a special cock-ring that has additional rings for restraining the testicles. In orgasm, the testicles usually retract toward the body before ejaculation. A triple crown changes and intensifies the sensation of orgasm by forcing the testicles to stay away from the body.
• A cock harness is a more elaborate harness designed to be worn around the penis and scrotum. Its function is similar to that of a cock ring. These devices are often associated with BDSM activities such as cock and ball torture. An Arab strap is one such form of harness, purported to be a device used for maintaining an erection.
• A ball lock is an ordinary padlock fastened around the male scrotum, separating the testicles away from the penis and not removable except by key or combination.
• A penis sleeve is a cylindrical device that is placed on the shaft of the penis, with the aim of increasing stimulation for the person being penetrated. They often have soft bumps intended to provide further stimulation.

A glass dildo

• A penis extension is a partially hollow device like a very short dildo, with the hollow end placed on the end of the penis, intended to increase the effective length of the penis, again for the benefit of the person being penetrated. These are generally worn with condoms to prevent them from falling off during use.
• A docking sleeve is a cylindrical device similar to a penis sleeve, but is open at both ends, so that two men can dock, a form of mutual masturbation.

Glass sex toys

Glass sex toys are commonly made from clear medical grade borosilicate glass ("hard glass"), which is non-toxic and will withstand extreme temperatures as well as physical shock without compromising its structural integrity. The choice of this material provides safety in use and the option to heat or chill the toys. It is also non-porous and can be sterilized to help prevent infection with reuse. Apart from their practical qualities, a main selling point of glass sex toys is their visual appeal.

Nipple toys

Anal beads in practice

• A nipple clamp is a clamp used to stimulate the nipples by applying varying degrees of pressure.
• Suction devices are generally either rubber or glass, fit around the nipple, and cause nipples to become more sensitive due to engorgement. Glass suction devices may use either heat or a pump to create suction.

Anal toys

• Butt Plugs are often shorter dildos intended for anal insertion. They tend to have a flared base to prevent the device from becoming lodged in the rectum.

Two butt plugs

Butt plugs are usually used covered by condoms for hygiene, and to allow for the easy disposal of any feces that they may come in contact with. They should not be shared with other people, due to the risk of blood-borne diseases, including HIV that can arise from the transfer of body fluids from one person to another. These should also never be used to stimulate any area other than the rectum, though they often are.
There are butt plugs that "ejaculate" by squirting water or other viscous fluids into the rectum. There are also vibrating butt plugs, butt plugs that can inflate and expand, and butt plugs with rotating beads and thrusting functions. Butt plugs can be moved in or out for pleasure; for this type of activity ribbed butt plugs can increase pleasure. They can also be worn continuously (or be lockable) for long periods of time.

• Anal Beads are balls or bumps on a string or a semi-rigid wand. They are inserted into the rectum and then removed with varying speeds. The beads can be uniform or vary in size, and number from three to as many as eight.
• Prostate Massage toys are specially curved toys that are designed to stimulate the prostate, such as the Aneros.

 General penetrative toys

• A dildo is a non-vibrating device which is used for sexual stimulation of the vagina and/or anus. Dildos are generally made of silicone rubber, but can be made of other materials such as metals or glass. They are often made to resemble a penis.
• A Double penetration dildo is a long, usually flexible dildo with both ends designed for penetration. It allows for mutual penetration between two persons (or for double penetration of a single female, both anally and vaginally).
• Ben Wa balls are hollow metal balls inserted vaginally which can be worn inside the vagina for extended periods of time. The internal rolling is claimed to enhance orgasms.

A type of Ben-Wa balls

• Kegel exerciser, also known as vaginal barbells or jugglers are designed to improve muscle tone in the pelvic floor, and can be used for sexual pleasure as well as enhancing vaginal response.
• A Horseshoe torture is a non-vibrating sex toy which is shaped similar to a horseshoe, which is put into the vagina and anus at the same time. It is made with softer plastics.

Flesh-like materials used in sex toys

• Silicone is soft and lifelike, it is hypoallergenic, warms up quickly to body temperature, non-porous and so is easy to clean (with mild soap and water, or boiled for sterilization). Unlike jelly rubber and other porous materials, silicone can be sterilized in temperatures up to 300 °C (572 °F). In addition, it can be bleached in a 10% bleach solution. When using lubricants with silicone sex toys it is important that silicone or silicone-based lubricants are not used to avoid damage to the toy.
• CyberSkin is a thermal plastic elastomer and is a close emulation of real skin. CyberSkin is made from ingredients on FDA approved lists and it does not contain phthalates, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), heavy metals or latex. It is easy to clean and maintain by washing it with soap and water, patting dry. Water based lubricants are best and they should be stored in a dry place.

• Latex rubber, also called jelly rubber, is commonly used for sex toys; it is a flexible and inexpensive material allowing the user more options in size and look. While latex is commonly used and less expensive than materials such as silicone, glass and CyberSkin, it can be allergenic to some people with latex allergy. Latex is porous and should be cleaned thoroughly with an antibacterial soap and water and not shared with other people. Some rubber toys contain phthalates which are used to soften rubber, but carry serious risks. Studies have been done that showed adverse reproductive effects in animal and human subjects. Further research is ongoing but phthalates have a known detrimental effect on multiple facets of human health and their use in sex toys is strongly discouraged. It is recommended by many experts that one use a condom with each use for protection against bacterial infection or sexually transmitted diseases if one is sharing sex toys. Water and silicone-based lubricants can be used with latex toys, but oil-based lubricants and petroleum jelly should not be used with latex as these may adversely affect the toy.

Health and safety concerns

Danish retailers report that they often lack information about the composition of sex toys that they sell. A recent (2006) study conducted by the Greenpeace Netherlands office found high level of phthalates in seven out of eight plastic sex toys tested.

Sperm Nutrition Facts

In this age of calorie and carb counting and required nutrition labeling on foods, everyone wants to know exactly what's in what they're eating. And of course, if you're going to eat cum, it's no different. Unfortunately, it's hard to find exact nutritional data for semen, but here's some information to help you figure out how cum fits into your balanced diet. What's in Semen
Obviously, semen contains spermatozoa, but sperm accounts for only a small percentage of spunk. Cum is 90 percent seminal fluid, which is composed of dozens of chemical components. The base of seminal fluid is primarily fructose (sugar) and proteins, with many other trace minerals and substances. Here's a listing of some of semen's ingredients:

• Sugars: Fructose, sorbitol, inositol
• Proteins and amino acids: glutathione, deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA), creatine
• Minerals: Phosphorus, zinc, magnesium, calcium, potassium
• Vitamins: Ascorbic acid (vitamin C), vitamin B12, choline
• Hormones: Testosterone, prostaglandins
• Body byproducts: Lactic acid, urea, uric acid, nitrogen

Is Eating Cum Healthy?
Healthy semen (that is, cum produced by a well-nourished, disease-free male) may in fact be not only safe to eat, but actually good for you. Seminal fluid, the base of cum, is a veritable nutrient-rich soup. Semen is a source of highly concentrated, high-quality protein. In dietary terms, it's comparable to egg whites or gelatin.
Besides protein, semen contains high concentrations of some minerals, such as zinc, and trace amounts of other important nutrients, like calcium and magnesium. While you shouldn't depend on a shot of cum to get your recommended daily allowances of vitamins and minerals, swallowing semen on a regular basis can't hurt as a dietary supplement.

Will Semen Make Me Fat?

Although cum may look creamy and opaque, it contains very little fat, and few calories. One teaspoon of cum contains about 5 calories, and the average ejaculation produces about a tablespoon of semen, for a total of 15 calories. Because of the sugars in seminal fluid, we'd guess that it has a few carbohydrates, but considering the relatively small volume of semen per "serving" we'd guess the total amount to be negligible.
Given that cum is a high-protein, low-carb snack, you'd think the Atkins Diet people would be all over it by now. Plus, when you factor in the calories expended in performing oral sex, chances are you're burning off much more than you're consuming. The only way that swallowing during a blow job will make you fat is if you cover your lover's dick with whipped cream and chocolate syrup.

Sex Postion of The Week

REVERSE COWGIRL

The man lies on the bed on his back, keeping his legs together and knees straight. The woman gets on top of him, facing his feet and straddling him, and sits down on his cock. Mix up the hard riding with some slow grinding in this position for a sexy mix of sensations.
Hang on to his thighs for support as he lies back and relishes in the steamy sight of your bottom lifting up and down and swinging from side to side before him. Ladies – don’t forget to play with his balls while they’re oh so conveniently in reach.
Why you’ll love it:
No face-to-face contact means you can feel but not see your partner, which is fabulous for fantasies. You can either sit up or, if you’re feeling naughty, lean forward, resting your weight on your hands.
What makes this position a good one for obtaining the big “O”? Well, because the woman is in control, she can grind in any position which feels good, at any speed which feels good. She can pop up onto her feet (if she is limber and strong enough) and pound him quickly, then lower back down to go soft and subtle. To maximize the “O” potential, this position is fairly well penetrating, and offers some pubic bone rubbing against the clitoris if she bends forward when she grinds on him. Also, if she instructs her partner to arch “UP” it will help to achieve this goal!

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Sex therapy is the treatment of sexual dysfunction, such as non-consummation, premature ejaculation or erectile dysfunction, low libido, unwanted sexual fetishes, sexual addiction, painful sex, or a lack of sexual confidence, assisting people who are recovering from sexual assault, problems commonly caused by stress, tiredness and other environmental and relationship factors. Sex therapists assist those experiencing problems in overcoming them, in doing so possibly regaining an active sex life.

  

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