Unlike anal dildos, butt plugs are designed with the intent of the toy staying inside the body throughout play, adding a sensation of fullness to the nerve-rich anus, says Finn. Some administer vibrations, but most don’t move, like dildos. Some folks even wear decorative butt plugs solely for the aesthetics, “almost like jewelry for the booty,” Finn notes.
How To Use This Toy: Because the booty does not self-lubricate like the vagina does, lube is essential when using any kind of anal toy, says Finn. So after applying a good amount of lube (ahem, when in doubt, add more, as Oriowo says), gently insert the plug into the anus. And don’t worry about the toy getting lost up there, as “the flared base prevents full insertion,” notes Dr. Toubi.
How To Care For This Toy: Repeat after me: mild soap and warm water. If your plug doesn’t have a motor, feel free to dunk it into a tub of water for a deeper clean. Oh, and if that bad boy has multiple bulbs on it, make sure to thoroughly clean those, too.
