How Do You Use Anal Beads

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How Do You Use Anal Beads
By Zachary Zane Published: Oct 1, 2021
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Zachary Zane is a Brooklyn-based writer, speaker, and activist whose work focuses on lifestyle, sexuality, culture, and entertainment. He was formerly the digital associate editor at OUT Magazine. His work has been featured in Rolling Stone, Washington Post, Playboy, and more.
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Anal beads seem—how should I say this?—kinda scary. They look similar to rosary beads, except they're chunkier, and instead of praying with them, you put them in your butt. Despite their intimidating design, anal beads are a great way to get prostate or anal stimulation , and they feel a lot different than butt plugs and prostate massagers . Plus, you can use 'em for a fun interactive experience with a partner (more on that later).
When I first tried anal beads a few years back, I was shocked by the sensation. I felt so “full,” and initially, I was surprised by how many beads I was able to fit inside of myself. (I actually said out loud, “Where the hell do they all go?”) After getting over my booty’s magical disappearing act, I started to pull out each bead one by one, and that was when I realized the power of anal beads.
“Unlike butt plugs or prostate massagers, anal beads are designed to be repeatedly taken out and re-inserted,” says Sammi Cole, sex expert at Lovehoney . Personally, I find it arousing—both physically and psychologically—to have someone pull the anal beads out of me. When you “pop” each ball out by yourself, you know it’s coming, but when someone else pulls out the beads, the element of surprise makes it feel even better.
Curious about using anal beads? Here's everything you need to know.
"Anal beads are a sex toy that offers a great way to get your body used to anal stimulation," Cole says. Typically, they're a series of graduated, conjoined spherical beads with a flared loop or handle at the end. (Seriously, make sure your toy has a flared base if you're putting it up your butt. Otherwise, it may get lost up there, and you'll have to take an embarrassing trip to the emergency room!)
Anal beads can be slowly inserted into the anus to stimulate your internal erogenous zones , Cole explains. For people who have a prostate , this internal stimulation can feel extra amazing. "They offer a gradual ‘filling’ feeling that many people find pleasurable, plus the slim neck between each bead creates a ‘popping’ sensation as they’re inserted and removed," Cole explains.
The future is here, my dudes. We now have anal beads that vibrate. These bad boys will send shivers up and down your spine and take your pleasure to a whole new level. A few of our favorite vibrating anal beads include:
You can have anal beads inside you while masturbating , receiving oral , or having penetrative sex . You can also use them to train yourself (i.e., loosen your anus) for bigger things, like pegging .
If you’ve never used anal beads, you should first use them on your own while masturbating to get used to the sensation, explains Gigi Engle , ACS, certified sex educator and author of All The F*cking Mistakes: a guide to sex, love, and life .
Like with any sex toy you put up your rear end, you want to use a ton of lube. Unlike the vagina, the anus is not self-lubricating. Each set of anal beads will list in their instructions if they’re safe to use with silicone-based lube or not. If you can use silicone-based lube with the toy, you definitely should. Silicone lube is thicker and dries out less quickly, making it ideal for anal play . If it specifically says you can only use water-based lube , then go ahead and apply that liberally to your anus and to the beads.
Anal beads really get up in there, especially if you’re using more than two or three balls. Given how deep anal beads are inserted into your anus and rectum, you should clean out your anus with more than taking a shower. You should use a douche or enema. (If you’ve never cleaned your rectum before, no worries, we got you covered .)
Some anal beads only have three balls, whereas some anal beads come with ten balls. You may think since you’re new to anal beads, it’s worth it to purchase the one with three balls, but honestly, it’s still likely better to get the one with ten. You don’t have to put every single ball inside your anus. You can insert as many as you’d like. Over time, as you get more used to the sensation, you’ll likely want to insert more balls, so it’ll be good you got the anal beads with ten spheres!
Anal play is messy, and we're not just talking about poop. You have to use a lot of lube with anal play, and unless you want to wash your sheets right after playing, it's a lot easier to put a towel down. It's also great to have wet wipes handy so you can give your booty a little wipe when you're done playing with the beads.
“Start slowly,” Engle says. “If you’re new to anal beads, it’s best to use beads with ‘graduated sizes,’ meaning they start small and grow in size as you move up.” Start by popping the first small ball in and out to get used to the sensation. See if it feels better when you do it slowly or quickly, Engle adds.
“The pelvic floor muscles are incredibly powerful and when we orgasm, our body naturally spasms via these muscles,” says Alicia Sinclair , certified sex educator and founder/CEO of the anal sex toy company, b-Vibe . “Clenching and releasing them consciously (i.e., squeezing your anus), prior to orgasm, not only feels pretty incredible but also intensifies your orgasm.”
The best part of using anal beads with a partner is that you can let them control the beads. “Giving your partner control over how they use the beads on you can be a sexy-ass power play,” Engle says.
Even if you're squeaky clean, you can still easily transfer icky bacteria from your anus to another partner's anus. I've also seen porn where the performer will remove the anal beads and directly put them into her mouth or put them into her vagina. Don't do that! If you plan on putting anal beads in another orifice or plan on sharing anal beads with someone else, put a condom on it and switch condoms before switching holes and partners.
Sinclair suggests that either you or your partner pull out the anal beads right as you’re orgasming. “Pulling anal beads out (gently, please—you’re not starting a lawnmower!), during climax adds a tremendous amount of intensity,” she says. “This can often lead to what people refer to as ‘full body orgasms’ because of the additional sensation during your most intense physical moment.”
Like with any type of anal play, you want to use a ton of lube , Cole says. "Listen to your body, and if anything hurts, stop. Anal play can be very pleasurable when you relax, but you should never feel like you have to ‘push through’ the pain." You should always check in with yourself and your partner along the way to make sure you’re both enjoying the experience.
You need to be careful, otherwise, you'll end up with anal fissures (which are skin tears in and around your anus that are very painful).
"Anal beads can be made of lots of different sex toy materials, but the most common kinds are made from silicone, plastic, PVC, or other flexible materials," Cole says. Warning: if you're using anal beads made of silicone, avoid using silicone lube , because it will erode the toy. Use a water-based lube instead .
Anyone who's interested in trying them out! Anal beads can be used by anyone, regardless of gender, sexual preference, or experience level, Cole explains. While it feels particularly good for people with a prostate, it can also feel great for people with a vulva , too, because through the backdoor, it’s possible to stimulate the so-called G-spot (on the front wall of the vagina) and A-spot (also on the front wall, but closer to the cervix).
Butt plugs are designed for you to put them in and leave them in during masturbation or sex. (I also know guys who just like the sensation of having them in, so they live their merry lives with them inside while going to work and whatnot.) Having them in during sex often leads to stronger and more earth-shattering ejaculations.
Prostate massagers are sex toys specifically designed to hit the prostate. That's why they're typically three or so inches in length, and curved at the end. Some prostate massagers you can move in and out, but most, you want to let them sit comfortably inside of you.
With anal beads, the pleasure is derived from the sensation of being filled gradually and then experiencing that euphoric release as each bead gets pulled out. In that regard, anal beads are more "active." There's more movement involved.
As with anything you put inside you or your partner, you should clean your anal beads thoroughly in between uses. "Cleaning it prevents bacteria [from] building, which can cause nasty infections," Cole says.
To clean them, just go ahead and wash them under warm water with soap. You can let them air dry. You don't need a special cleaning product or device.
When it comes to separating low-quality and high-quality anal beads, the key is in the material you choose. "Silicone is a wonderful choice for anal beads because the material is non-porous (making cleaning easier and more effective), and it’s soft enough to keep you comfortable while still firm enough to make penetration easy," Cole says. For safety reasons, you obviously want to look for beads with a ring loop or flared base.
Last but not least, here are some of Cole's anal bead recommendations:
These are great for beginners, due to their flexibility and easy-to-use pull ring.
These have an added vibration function for more pleasure.
A firm set that follows the contours of your body to help create an explosive orgasm.
Glass beads are firmer and weightier, so they’re great for your next step in anal bead play.
Perfect for those who want to experience double penetration with a partner.
Remote-controlled toys are great if you want to put the power into their partner's hand (or want an easier way to control your toy during solo play).
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You’ll find no shortage of explanatory pieces on the Internet when it comes to butt stuff. There are so many ways to explore the butt. Some people use fingers, while others prefer dildos or butt plugs. And, of course, people enjoy a mix of things. Yet in all of this ongoing hoopla, we’ve forgotten a key player: anal beads.
Anal beads are the unsung hero of butt play. They are freakin’ amazing, and yet when asked about butt play from readers, I never get questions about anal beads.
Butt plugs and anal beads are two different toys, although they both go in the anus. “Anal beads provide stimulation through movement, while a butt plug offers internal ‘fullness’ or pressure,” explains Alicia Sinclair, a certified sex educator and CEO of the butt-centric company b-Vibe . “Unlike a butt plug, which is often used in preparation for penetrative anal sex, and is only meant to go in and stay [in place], anal beads were designed to stimulate inside the body and specifically to move in an out of the bum.”
There is no reason to feel embarrassed about wanting to explore butt stuff. Will there be some poop? Possibly, but if you clean up thoroughly, you’ll be just fine . You might come in contact with some fecal matter, but this simply goes with the territory. The sooner we move on from that, the sooner we can delight in the butt fully. I love butt play of any kind because it is an equalizing sex act that everyone can enjoy, regardless of gender. Everyone, after all, has an anus.
“Playing with products like anal beads allows you to really create equality in the bedroom and experience pleasure for the sake of pleasure, rather than tying it to identity in any way,” Sinclair adds.
The anus is a huge area of pleasurable possibility. You don’t need to put anything all the way inside of the butt to enjoy it. The anal opening is clustered with nerves, making any play with toys very enjoyable.
“As the beads are removed, they arouse the sensitive nerve endings of the sphincter muscle,” Sinclair says. “This stimulation creates a series of pleasurable sensations, like having a muscle massaged. The beads can be removed at varying speeds, depending on the desired effect, and can amplify the intensity of orgasm or even initiate for some. A great element is that using anal beads can be a hands-free path to stimulation, which means you can use your hands for other important erotic matters.”
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If you’re unsure if you’re ready for le beads de anal , Sinclair assures me that anal beads are totally fine for butt play beginners . While your forays ought to begin with a well-lubed finger or two, she assures SELF that there are “anal beads available in sizes for folks at all entry levels.”
Where to begin as a newbie when you’re looking for that perfect fit? Sinclair says that if you’re a beginner, it’s best to choose beads with “graduated sizes.” Meaning, ones that start small on the string and grow in size as you move up. “This allows the user to start with the smallest beads and then works towards the larger beads as they become comfortable with the sensation,” she says.
You should start with anal beads that come with three to four beads. You don’t need some long, snaking set of 15 balls when you’re starting out—that could be a little intimidating. “Make sure there is a good-sized flared base or circular handle at the end of the beads, otherwise there the beads may get lost inside the body,” Sinclair adds. Yikes. No one needs a trip to the ER, amiright? The rectum is not a closed area like the vagina; once something goes up the butt and disappears, it probably won’t be coming back on its own.
Materials for anal beads, like all sex toys, vary widely depending on where you buy them. Simply put: Do not buy cheap, crappy sex toys. If you buy beads made of jelly or non-ABS plastic (the only non-porous grade of plastic) then you risk leaving bacteria behind. These materials can never be fully disinfected. Yes, this is exactly what it sounds like: Your anal beads will have lingering poop on them.
“Silicone is my go-to material of choice,” Sinclair tells SELF. “It’s body-safe, non-porous, and all you need is mild soap and warm water to clean.”
Vibrating anal beads can be a super-fun way to ease yourself into playing with this new toy. “It promotes relaxation and can amplify the pleasurable sensations,” she says. “At b-Vibe, we specialize in vibrating anal beads and playing with different points and patterns of vibration.” (If vibration isn’t your thing, there are plenty of body-safe silicone anal beads that don’t vibrate. It’s all about preference.)
If you’re truly not sure what sensation you want to feel, start with a basic set of three to four non-vibrating beads and see how you feel about them. If you’d like to experiment with bigger beads, vibration, or a larger number of beads, go from there. There are so many different kinds to choose from.
You can use anal beads alone or with a partner. It can be easier to give toys a try alone for the first time to avoid awkwardness or nerves, but this is completely up to you.
Be sure you have a ton of lube on hand. Avoid silicone-based lubes with silicone toys; in other words, stick to water-based lube. I recommend Sustain Natural for all play, including anal. If you are more of an oil-based lover, I’m obsessed with CocoLube . Oil-based lubes are great for anal play because they are super slippery and don’t need to be applied as often as water-based options.
If you are sharing butt toys, be sure you are thoroughly cleansing them before using them with a different partner. Otherwise, you risk transferring bacteria or STIs.
Relax and breathe before insertion . You can lie either on your back or side, whichever is most comfortable for you. I suggest starting on your side if this is your first time. You don’t want your butt hole to be tensed up. Put the beads in one at a time, checking in with yourself and your partner along the way.
“Once they are inside, you’ll feel ‘fullness’ and receive pleasure as they move inside you,” Sinclair says. “You can stop wherever—there's no pressure at all to go the full length of the beads. You can then leave them in during partner play or pull them out at varying speeds, depending on the desired effect.”
Sinclair suggests leaving the beads in during intercourse, slowly removing them one by one when you’re nearing climax for “toe-curling orgasms.”
After you’re finished getting busy, wash your anal beads right away. You don’t want to leave lingering bacteria on your toys. Use a mild antibacterial soap and leave them on a towel to air dry. Be sure to pay special attention to any nooks and crannies. Be thorough.
If you’re really into sanitizing, I absolutely love the UVee Box . It uses UV light to remove 99.9 percent of surface bacteria on your toys. I use it for everything in my house from my cell phone to my jewe
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