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Massage, Anyone?

I love massages, and don’t get them nearly enough. My husband enjoys them as well. We’ve tried a few massage candles and have enjoyed the the oil being in a candle, warming up before being rubbed into back muscles. I’m always looking for new scents and was happy to receive the Delight Massage Candle from Babeland to review.

This massage candle comes packaged in a cardboard canister. The lid lifts off about halfway down, and the package can be reused for storing the candle if desired. Product information is on the back.

I received the Mango Vanilla massage candle. When unlit it smells mostly like vanilla, with the barest hint of mango. When lit, you can smell the mango a bit more, but it’s still pretty muted. I would have liked the scents to be a bit more mixed, but it does smell nice, and the scent is not overpowering. The scent does a good job of filling the room.

The candle is 2 1/2″ tall and 2 1/2″ wide, and in a clear glass container with a bit of an hourglass shape to it. The candle contains 3 oz of oil, which contains soy wax, shea butter, and fragrance. The container also comes with a box of Babeland matches, so you can get to using your candle right away.

Once lit, the candle should burn for 30 to 40 minutes to melt enough oil for use. Then simply blow out the candle and pour the oil onto the skin from the holder. It’s warm, but not too hot or uncomfortable to use right away. The oil is thin, but not greasy, and you can smell the mango more at this point. The oil absorbs nicely into the skin, and leaves the skin soft, smooth, and lightly scented.

The candle burns down in the center, so if the sides haven’t melted you’ll want to gently push the softened oil down to keep the candle more level.

So, Is It Worth It? Yes! This is a relatively inexpensive massage candle, and I really liked the smell and feel of the oil. It absorbed nicely and I loved how it made my skin feel. My husband didn’t mind the scent – he found it much nicer than floral. The only thing I wish this had was some sort of pour spout on the glass. I didn’t have trouble pouring it out, but it tended to drip a bit over the side of the candle.

Thank you to Babeland for sending this massage candle to me for free to review! If you’d like to try a sensual massage with one of these candles, you can get yours at Babeland by clicking here.

This product was provided to me free of charge by Babeland in exchange for an unbiased review. This review is in compliance with the FTC guidelines.

Not Your Usual Suspect

Ah, JimmyJane. They’ve gone and created several toys in striking white as part of their Usual Suspects line. I have to admit, when I first heard of these, it brought to mind images of Kevin Spacey and Keyser Söze. Fortunately, the line has nothing to do with Söze (although Kevin Spacey would have been just fine). This line of iconics features 6 different toys, each the ideal representation of its category, and each backed by a one year limited warranty. I’m always on the lookout for a good rabbit, and I was fortunate to receive the Iconic Rabbit from Babeland for review.

The Iconic Rabbit, also called “Twice As Nice”, comes in a white and grey box with a fuzzy outline of the product on the front and a black back. Product information is on the sides. The back opens up to first reveal the origin of the rabbit, which was created over 25 years ago, and then opening it again finds the Iconic Rabbit resting in red, as well as three white AA batteries with the JimmyJane logo. The flap contains instructions for use, as well as cleaning, safety notes, and warranty information.

The vibrator is large. It’s 9 1/4″ long with an insertable length of about 5 1/2”. It’s a lovely pearly white color all over. The Iconic Rabbit is made of Elastomer, which is a body-safe material. It’s hygienic, phthalates-free, and latex free. Both the shaft and the rabbit are soft and squishy and a bit tacky to the touch. The toy has no smell or taste.

The shaft is detailed to look like a woman, with a face on the head and a necklace below. The head is 1 1/4″ long, and 1 1/2″ in diameter. Below this is a slightly thinner segment, before the rabbit bulges out in its beaded area. This area is 1 3/4″ in diameter.

The clitoral piece is shaped like a rabbit, with long, soft ears and a cute face. The rabbit is 3 1/4″ long when straightened.

The Iconic Rabbit is powered by 3 AA batteries which are inserted into the base. The battery compartment is easy to open and the battery direction is clearly labeled.

The front of the base has 2 sliding controls which power the rabbit from off (top position) to maximum (lower position). When looking at the toy from the front, the left slider controls the shaft.

The shaft rotates as the beaded area spins in a clockwise direction. The shaft has a good, wobbly rotation to it, and goes up to a crazy fast rotation speed. If you think the shaft is too straight you can curve it by holding it just below the beaded area and gently bending the shaft, which is a pretty unique feature. Make sure you don’t bend it at the beads though, and don’t try to bend it more than a few degrees or you risk breaking the shaft and you’ll be unable to play with your Rabbit.

The clitoral attachment vibrates from a low intensity up to almost a numbing speed. The ears really vibrate! Depending on your anatomy, you can have the ears tickle your clit or bend them under so the rabbit’s face and ears both hit the spot.

When both the shaft and clitoral piece are turned on max, there is some decrease in intensity of the shaft rotation, but it is still incredibly fast. It is also incredibly noisy! When both pieces are on high it sounds a bit like my sewing machine.

While the box says that the Iconic Rabbit is ready to go right out of the box, I’d still recommend cleaning it both before and after use. It’s easy to clean: wash it with mild soap and warm water and pat dry. Be very careful not to get the battery pack wet, as this toy isn’t waterproof. Both silicone and water-based lubricants are safe to use with the Iconic Rabbit.

The Iconic Rabbit shouldn’t be stored with any vinyl products, but by itself in a box or storage bag. The packaging also has some other interesting warnings, like not to use it for more than 20 minutes at a time, and not to use it while sleeping.

So, Is It Worth It? Yes! Absolutely yes! This is probably the strongest and most powerful Rabbit vibrator I’ve ever used. The shaft rotates at a truly insane rate on high, and the clitoral piece vibrates phenomenally. I love that I can slightly angle the shaft for maximum internal stimulation. I truly wish this was waterproof (mostly because I really have a thing for waterproof toys), but it’s a great solo toy in the bedroom.

I’m not sure that this is a “Usual Suspect”, it’s a bit more unusual in that it works as expected – in fact, better than expected – for me.

Thank you to Babeland for sending this to me for free to review! If you’d like to take home your own Iconic Rabbit, you can get yours at Babeland by clicking here.

This product was provided to me free of charge by Babeland in exchange for an unbiased review. This review is in compliance with the FTC guidelines.

That Old Black Magic?

Ah, the bullet. One of the staples in my toy box. While I’ve yet to find a good competitor to my favorite, I love trying out new ones. The One Touch Magic Bullet from EdenFantasys looked like a good one to try.

This bullet comes in an easy-to-open clamshell case with both the bullet and the battery displayed through the front. This takes an N battery, which I don’t usually have on hand, so I was glad to see that it was provided, as well as a spare.

The Magic Bullet is fairly large, quite a bit larger than I expected. It’s 3 1/4″ long, with a diameter of 1”. It is matte black in color and smooth to the touch without any drag. The tip is blunt and rounded and there are no seams to be seen or felt, except where the base screws on to the main body.  Even though it’s large for a bullet, it’s small enough to travel with.

This takes 1N battery, which is inserted + side down into the body of the bullet. I actually prefer N batteries to watch batteries: they have a much longer life and seem to provide more power. An O-ring helps seal the base and make the bullet waterproof, so it’s safe to take in the shower or tub.

The Magic Bullet is made of plastic, and it is phthalates-free, latex-free, nonporous and body safe. It’s easy to clean – simply wash with antibacterial soap and hot water and dry with a soft towel. You can also use a toy cleaner or wipe it down with isopropyl alcohol to clean it. All types of lubricants are safe to use.

The bullet is operated by a push button on the bottom. Unfortunately it only has one speed. It’s moderately strong with buzzy vibrations, and it’s also very loud! You’ll want some background noise to hide the fact that you’re using this one. This also isn’t a great one to use in public – everyone will likely hear you.

The bullet can be used for clitoral stimulation, and the vibrations are somewhat stronger in the tip than down its length. Since it’s hard, you can apply pressure as necessary. The bullet can also be used vaginally, although it unfortunately doesn’t have a retrieval cord. It should never be used anally – this is the perfect size to get sucked up in you ass and get lost.

So, Is It Worth It? For me, not so much. I would have enjoyed this more if it was stronger (clit o’ steel here usually). While I have other clitoral stimulators that are the strength of this one or less, it’s more the vibrating patterns that work better for me when the power is lacking. Unfortunately, this only has the one speed, and it’s just not strong enough to get me off by itself.   Combining it with other toys and my partner still took me forever.  Luckily the battery life was decent – the bullet made it through 45 minutes of use without dying or lessening in power.  I did try this out in the tub, and the O-ring kept any water from getting inside the battery compartment.

If you like a steady vibration in your bullet that’s not super strong, the Magic Bullet is one to look at. It’s a great size, and firm so you can apply pressure to your clitoris as needed.  If you need more power or variation in vibrations, this one isn’t the best choice.

I got mine at EdenFantasys, and you can too by clicking here, or on the widget below.

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Bullet by WHK GmbH
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This product was purchased from EdenFantasys.  This review is in compliance with the FTC guidelines.

Spin For the Win!

It’s been ages since I’ve gambled, probably since my honeymoon in Vegas. My luck with Evolved toys has been more hit than miss, and having tried another Evolved vibrator from this new line, I didn’t think I’d have bad odds with the Bet On Black, and I was excited to review this one for EdenFantasys.

The Bet On Black comes in a wonderful clear plastic box that’s ideal for storage. It has product information on the sides and back, and the vibrator is visible inside. The lid is held on by 2 hinges and is removable.

The coloring on this vibrator is exquisite. The silicone shaft is a matte black with just a bit of drag, and the plastic base is a vibrant red accented with black on the top and on the wheel for a truly striking look.

The Bet On Black is 8” long, with 5” of insertable length. It has a diameter of 1 5/8”, which is a pleasant, filling size. The shaft has gentle swirls that run from the rounded tip to the base, reminiscent of a soft serve ice cream cone. The swirls don’t add a lot of stimulation, but they feel pleasant when the toy is twisted inside. Bet On Black is squishy and quite flexible through the shaft for easy insertion with a water-based lubricant. This vibrator should not be used anally due to its lack of a flared base.

This vibrator runs on 2 AA batteries, which are inserted by turning the base about 1/4 of a turn to open it. The battery direction is clearly labeled. An inner O-ring and another O-ring on the base ensure that the Bet On Black can be used in the shower or bath.

The Bet On Black features the signature innovation of this Evolved line: the control wheel. Suspended in the center of the base, the wheel controls the toy’s vibrations. These vibrations are all steady, and go from a gentle sensation to very intense when the wheel is dialed to the maximum. The wheel spins about 3/4 of the way around. It’s not easy to spin the wheel by mistake, but if you do it’s easy to spin it back up or down to the vibration level you prefer.

The vibrations are throbby and resonate nicely from the tip through the shaft. Their strength in the tip makes the Bet On Black great to use as a clitoral stimulator as well. The vibrations can also be felt in the base, although not so strongly to make the Bet On Black uncomfortable to hold. While powerful, the Bet On Black is quiet – much quieter than my vibrating cell phone. When it’s inserted it can barely be heard.

This vibrator is made from silicone and plastic, and it is nonporous, phthalates-free, hypo-allergenic and latex free. It has no scent or taste. The silicone, motors, and all parts are from Europe, and the toy is assembled in Europe as well. The Bet On Black can be cleaned with antibacterial soap and warm water, or a toy cleaner can also be used. It should be dried with a soft, dry cloth. The box it comes in is ideal for storing it when not in use.

So, Is It Worth It? It definitely is!  The color scheme is fantastic – it’s easy to coordinate an entire look, from clothing to toys (since I have so much in red and black). I love how quiet this one is, and how effective. While it doesn’t target my g-spot, it feels great both internally and externally. I love the finish of the silicone. Since it has a bit of a drag to it, the Bet On Black can be used with the Liberator Wing (my favorite toy accessory) successfully for hands-free fun.

I really love the control wheel and the vibration intensity. The wheel is much easier to use than a standard dial base. I had no problems when using this in the bath with water getting into the battery compartment, so it does appear to really be waterproof.

This is a wonderful vibrator! If you want to bet on a good quality, strong toy, Bet On Black.

I have a video of the Bet On Black up at EdenFantasys . Go check it out!

Thank you to EdenFantasys for sending me the Bet On Black for free to review! If you’re interested in purchasing the Bet On Black for yourself, you can by clicking here or on the widget below.

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Traditional vibrator by Evolved
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This product was provided free of charge to the reviewer.

This product was provided to me free of charge by EdenFantasys in exchange for an unbiased review. This review is in compliance with the FTC guidelines.

Pleasurists #73

jealous, jealous again by Scott Church


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