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Anel Beads
By Sabrina Talbert and Jessica Migala Published: Jan 26, 2022
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They're not as intimidating as they might seem.
I’m a firm believer that most people who use sex toys have a personal favorite that they own, or at the very least, a specific function that they prefer having in a sex toy. Maybe you’re into something as simple as a bullet vibrator or something more intricate like a flogger. Either way, those preferences may make some sex toys off limits for you…or are they?
For some people, certain sex toys are hard no’s, but this idea usually comes from a lack of information or fear of extreme discomfort. Take anal beads (or butt play in general!), for example. Some just don't know exactly how this type of sex toy can level up an orgasm, but this just in: They totally can and do. "I think anal beads are so misunderstood," says Amy Boyajian , co-founder and CEO of Wild Flower , an online sex toy shop with an emphasis on sexual wellness. "We disregard them, but they’re a really amazing tool—especially for people with vaginas."
As it turns out, anal beads aren’t as intimidating as they might seem. There are plenty of ways to slowly start incorporating them so that your comfortability level remains top of mind, like opting for a beginner-friendly set instead of shopping sets for more experienced users.
If you're ready to leave your expectations (and any negative stigmas) at the door, you can open yourself up to an even better sex life.
Ready to dive into all the deets? Here's everything you need to know about using anal beads and why they're so damn pleasurable.
Anal beads or balls are made up of shapes (usually spheres, but they can also be oval or pill-shaped) that are fixed on a progressive, long string.
And while there are several types out there, the best ones are completely silicone (including the string and beads), a body-safe material that’s flexible and easier to use, says Boyajian.
While you're spicing up your sex life, might as well find out how yours compares...
At the end, there’s a stopper of some sort—often a loop—that allows you to grip it to insert it and pull it out. This also has the handy function of, ya know, preventing the toy from completely going inside your body.
Perhaps you haven’t thought of yourself as a butt play practicer, but know that anal balls are designed to deliver a *unique* type of pleasure that’s totally different from, say, penetrative anal sex .
"Thousands of sensitive nerve endings are located around the opening of the anus. While you don’t typically feel them inside of you, anal beads stimulate the anal sphincter muscles when inserted or removed," says Boyajian.
Meaning: It’s more of a titillating sensation compared to a fullness (like if you put a penis or butt plug up there). Think pop-pop-pop .
The anus is often overlooked as a source of pleasure even though there are many ways to benefit from it, says sex therapist and psychologist Tatyana Dyachenko .
"There is still a lot of stigma around anal play, but if you can get over that you're in for a whole new world of sexual fun," she says. "When the anal beads are pulled out they stimulate the nerve endings that surround your sphincter muscle. [It's] a very pleasurable feeling. How often you remove the beads and the speed you use to remove them is up to each individual involved."
You’re the best judge of what you like, but if you’re just getting into anal beads, look for one that’s relatively skinny.
You’ll want smaller spheres that gradually increase in size. Some small ones feature cylinders that are no bigger than the tip of a pinky finger, says Boyajian. That makes insertion easier (and more comfortable).
As you advance, you might also progress to a toy that has beads that are all the same size or random sizes. "Some people find it exciting to change shapes or add vibration," Boyajian adds. (Yes, vibrating anal beads exist!)
2. Always use lube with anal beads.
Very imporant! "The anus is not a self-lubricating area of the body. When it comes to butt stuff, the more lube , the better to make sure everyone is comfortable," says Boyajian.
Look for a water-based lubricant that's designed for anal play and compatible with silicone toys. These lubes will be thicker, so you don’t have to continually reapply. (Phew.)
3. Make beads a supporting role, not the main gig.
Anal beads can enhance any sexual experience, especially penis-vagina penetration or clitoral stimulation, says Boyajian. She recommends inserting the beads during foreplay, and as you get closer to climax, slowly pulling them out. Either you or your partner can do this.
"It’s like an extra boost to enhance the sensation of orgasm," Boyajian explains.
4. Explore with the first few beads.
You definitely don’t have to insert the entire string from the get-go. When starting, many people like to explore the first two or three beads to really get a feel for the sensation burst. You’ll also want to experiment with which sensation you like best—the inserting or pulling out.
If you want to insert the entire string, of course, you can. "Anal beads can be as long as 16 to 18 inches. We think it will hit a point in our body where it’s not safe, but that’s not the case," says Boyajian. "As long as it feels comfortable for you, it’s okay to go to that level."
5. Wash anal beads after every use.
These are going up your butt, and let’s not pretend that poop doesn’t live there. You know it does; your partner knows it does.
To properly rid them of bacteria, anal beads can go in the dishwasher (if you live alone or your roomie’s open-minded). Or boil them in a pot as if you’re cooking pasta. I mean...same thing, right?
Another option, says Boyajian, is mixing a weak bleach solution of 1:9 parts bleach to water, leaving the toy to sit in the solution, and then washing in hot water with a gentle soap.
Either way, clean them between every. single. use .
It’s a good idea not to share anal toys. Technically, you could as long as you properly clean them between you and your partner, but you’re probably not taking a sex break to go boil beads.
If you and your partner both like the sensation, you should each have a set. Think of it like his-and-hers, or hers-and-hers, or his-and-his, or them-and-them sinks—except slightly dirtier. (Wink face.)
Wanna get a li'l wet and wild? Dyachenko explains that while anal beads can be used in the shower, she recommends using a silicone-based lube , noting that water-based lubes can wash away quickly, leaving you dry. And since the lining around the anus and rectum is very delicate, it can tear easily, increasing the risk of infection.
Anal beads and butt plugs can both be used for anal play, but they work in different ways. "Anal beads give you pleasure through movement, whereas a butt plug works by making your anus feel full which puts pressure on the surrounding tissue," says Dyachenko.
"Most people use a butt plug before they have anal sex to ensure they are sufficiently stretched and ready," she adds. If you’re unsure which is the best option, you can always try both out and see which works best for you.
For the best results , Dyachenko suggests pulling out the beads just as you're about to climax. "This process stimulates the soft tissue around your anus which creates immense feelings of pleasure," she says.
If you’re using anal beads with a trusted partner, Dyachenko recommends slowly leveling up the way they’re incorporated: "If you're new to anal beads, I'd suggest inserting a few small ones and leaving them in their while your partner stimulates you. If you feel comfortable with that, you can move onto having penetrative sex with the beads still inside you."
But anal beads are not limited to the time you spend with a partner. They’re also a great option for solo play . "Inserting the beads and masturbating as you normally would can totally heighten your experience," Dyachenko adds.
There's always potential for things to get a little messy during anal play, but there are a few ways to lower your chances of that. Dyachenko recommends showering and laying a towel down beforehand. Some people like to invest in enemas beforehand although it’s definitely not a mandatory step, she adds. (P.S. Never try to make your own enema!)
Whether you end up liking or not liking anal beads, either result is okay. Striving to meet certain expectations might be more harmful than helpful.
"Go slow and enjoy the process. There is no end goal when it comes to anal beads. They are simply made to be enjoyed in any way that feels good for you," Dyachenko says.
Sabrina is an editorial assistant for Women’s Health. When she’s not writing, you can find her running, training in mixed martial arts, or reading.
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Despite the name, anal beads are not sphincter accessories (no, you’re imagining Instagram gold huggies attached as a tail), but a category of butt-centric sex toy. The name is because the toy has bulbs on a cord, resembling beads on a string. Hey, the more you know!
Anal beads are also a totally separate animal than butt plugs, although sometimes people confuse the two. An easy way to remember this is to just keep in mind that anal beads tend to be longer, while plugs are, like their name, shorter and y'know, plug-like. With butt plugs, the pleasure is from the feeling of fullness or heft and weight of the toy, while much of the sensation associated with anal beads is actually in the removal. Sometimes each bead gradually increases in size going up the string, and sometimes the beads are all the same size. If you’re curious about the best non-accessory of the butt play world, read on:
Unlike the vagina, things can get lost in your butt. Most anal beads come with a flared handle or loop for easy removal. Not to mention, you really only wanna be using body-safe materials anyways. Flared bases and or loops for removal are super important, notes Jaycee Chester, owner of Overkink.com , as these lessen your odds of something getting stuck. What you don’t want is a trip to the emergency room — especially nowadays.
You don’t have to use the whole thing, says Chester. If you’re shopping for a set of anal beads but are turned off that they’re way longer than you feel comfy for, remember, there are no rules saying you have to stuff the entirety of the toy in your bum. You can always just use the first one or two beads if that’s more your speed.
The sensation of removal from the vagina can also feel pleasurable to vulva-havers, but you should never mix and match beads for the butt with beads you use in the vagina for bacterial reasons. If you’re going to use beads in the vagina, just buy a separate set dedicated to vagina play, says Katherin Winnick, sex coach at letstalksex.net . Seriously, anal beads are not super expensive and the cost of a trip to your doctor’s office is gonna be way more.
A good foreplay tip is to rub the beads against you or your partner’s perineum (the area between genitals and anus) before insertion, says Winnick. Gently rubbing and massaging with the beads here can help you or a partner get used to the sensation.
You can also experiment with different kinds of anal beads. The materials used will impact the sensation as well. Glass anal beads offer more rigidity and are temperature-sensi, meaning they can heat up with your body. Silicone anal beads can have more “give” to them and offer more flexibility than glass or steel anal beads. And of course, you can always add vibration to the mix. “Yes, a basic anal bead is great, but I didn’t know joy until I found a vibrating anal bead,” adds Chester.
Since the removal of anal beads is what makes them so pleasurable, try to time the removal of the beads to sync up with you or your partner’s orgasm. At the first signs of orgasm, start pulling the beads out one-by-one with a deliberate, consistent, and not-too-slow motion, says Winnick. Doing so will help to heighten the sensation of muscle contraction with a climax.
While silicone lube is usually better for butt stuff than water-based lubes, you can’t use silicone lubes with silicone anal beads (which is what the majority of anal beads are made of), as it can degrade the material. Therefore, it might help to work backwards and choose an anal bead that works with silicone lubes (like one that’s made of glass or steel for example). Chester says she normally recommends using an anal bead that’s safe to use with silicone-based lubes as well. Since you’ll need a lot of lube (your anus doesn’t self-lubricate), silicone lubes that are thicker and don’t dry out as quickly as water-based lubes are worth it.
If you already have a set of silicone beads, don't stress. You can't use silicone lube, but you can always go for a thicker, anal-friendly water-based lube too!
Stella Harris , certified sex coach, explains that this is often a good way to experiment with anal beads if you’re hesitant about any potential mess. Since water ≠ lube, make sure you use a good silicone lube. If the anal beads you’re using are also silicone, you’ll want to use a condom over them as silicone on silicone is a bad idea. Or, you can use a glass or steel toy — two materials that also allow for temperature play opportunities too.
If you grab for more lube while you’ve already used your hands for anal play, you really want to sanitize and clean the actual container and packaging afterwards too. Harris also suggests investing in an automatic lube dispenser, or filling a disposable dixie cup with the lube you’ll need for each session ahead of time, and then disposing of it afterwards.
A butt plug provides a totally different sensation than anal beads. Alicia Sinclair, a sex educator as well as the founder and CEO of b-Vibe , explains that butt plugs are meant to go in your anus and stay in, while beads provide stimulation by being moved in and out of your butt. Whereas beads are supposed to be inserted one at a time for the same feeling of "fullness" from a butt plug, half the fun of beads is also the removal. You can pull them out and pop them back in again and again. The movement will stimulate the nerve endings of your sphincter to feel like you're basically massaging your b-hole.
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Sinclair says to stay away from any cheap plastic anal beads with a thin, fabric string, as there's no way to clean them and they harbor bacteria.
Sinclair says it's body-safe, nonporous, and will be the easiest to clean. To clean silicone, all you really need is mild soap and warm water. Anal beads are also available with more rigid beads, like a stainless steel or glass wand.
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Sinclair always suggests newbies try anal beads alone first. "It's always a great idea to try something new out by yourself first, so you know what you like and don't like." There's a lot less pressure when it's just you. If you do try it with a partner, make sure everyone has discussed it beforehand and that both of you are comfortable.
Kenna Cook, sex educator and pleasure professional at O.school says that sometimes when trying out new toys, your eyes can be bigger than your anus. A set of anal beads will normally start small, with each bead gradually getting larger and larger. Sinclair says she recommends beginners try something with just three or four small to medium beads. You don't want to make any promises your anus can't keep.
Cook says to go very slowly when inserting and removing the beads. Don't just rip it out! "Slow in and slow out! They are completely different sensations. Be gentle with your anal tissues since the anus does not create its own lubrication and too much friction can cause tearing." For silicone anal beads, use water-based lube. If your beads are glass or metal, you can also use silicone lube. Sinclair recommends using lube both on your body, as well as applying some to the actual beads themselves, to make things as easy and pleasurable as possible.
Rachel Gelman , DPT, PT, a pelvic floor physical therapist, says that with anything anal, the trick is to go slow, get good lube, and practice deep breathing. She explains that breathing from your diaphragm will help you relax your pelvic floor, which will make the whole experience "easier". To see if you are breathing from your diaphragm, you can put one hand on your upper chest, and one over your belly button as you breathe in through your nose. The hand on your belly button should move first, and your chest should move as little as possible.
Sinclair also recommends using a condom if the toy is made of a hazardous, porous material like jelly, to create a protective barrier. If you're sharing the toy with your partner, you can also change a new condom over the toy when you switch between partners. You'll still be able to ~feel~ each bead with a condom, and it makes cleanup slightly easier. Make sure the condom doesn't have any numbing agents (pain is your body's way of knowing when to chill) and doesn't have silicone-based lube on it.
Any "mess" really depends on how well you know your own body and digestive system. Sinclair says if you want to clean up before using anal beads, you have a variety of choices. If you're looking for a quick clean, you can just use alcohol-free, unscented, hypoallergenic baby wipes; if you have some time, you can try to have a bowel movement 30-60 minutes beforehand and then wash your anal area with soap and warm water.
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