Learning how to use anal beads may be worthwhile, even if it is somewhat unusual, it needs to be learned. Adaptable, and there are countless ways to include them in adventurous sex.

Their exact provenance and age is shrouded in mystery- no one seems to know their origins. Regardless, many people enjoy them as a treasured addition to bedroom toy boxes.

Though not often sought after for primary stimulation, anal beads provide a delightful enhancement to ‘regular’ sex or masturbation. Composed of 3 to 10 smooth beads on a string or flexible rod, they are meant to stimulate the sensitive nerve endings surrounding the anus. In particular, they heighten and repeat the intense feeling of penetration (as opposed to a butt plug, which after entry provides stimulus in the form of stretching and fullness).

The best anal beads are made of silicone, though glass, rubber, and plastic are all commonly used (sometimes with weights to enhance sensation- more details on that later). These are connected by string or lined up on a pliant shaft. Depending on the style, beads can be uniform or graded in size and range in shape from round to elliptical to cone- like.

Practical Considerations

Safety is always the most important. Although there are many anal beads designed, all beads should be checked from the packaging and before each use. Rough edges should be filed off with emery board. It is best to check the beads before each use and discard them if you find any flaws.

High-quality water-based greases are absolutely essential. Anal-specific lubricants like this are thicker and safer for the rectum without natural lubrication. The right lubricating oil helps prevent the delicate internal tissues from being injured and improves the quality of your experience. Some even have a numbing effect, making the first anal easier.

Cleaning is important, so when choosing anal beads, avoid using nylon cords that cannot be properly sanitized. The design of the silicone-coated wire or rod is hypoallergenic, smooth and easy to clean, and is preferred. Simply scrub with warm soapy water or sex toy cleaner to maintain hygiene. Dry and stay away from vaginal toys.

Each bead should have a sturdy, easy-to-grip handle to prevent it from being "lost." The wide T-shaped handle and ring are both reasonable and safe.

Self Love and Anal Beads

Step 1: Get Clean, Get Relaxed

Take a hot bath to completely relax yourself, relax any tense muscles, and become very clean. Rinse ensures extra cleanliness and avoids accidental clutter.

Step 2: Wind Yourself Up

Get really aroused first. Depending on what you prefer, indulge in porn or self- teasing. By making sure you’re all fired up, you will have a much better experience.

Step 3: Get Slick

Apply lubricant to your fingers and lubricate around the anus. Slide your hand around it several times until you feel it loosen naturally. Slow patience and care will pay off. After relaxing, apply more oil to the inside and outside of the anus.

Step 4: Get Your Beads Ready

Wrap the beads well with lubricant. Starting with the smallest one, rub it gently around the anus. Gently slide down and carefully insert the first bead. This should be slow, intense and enjoyable. Take your time and insert as many beads as you need without having to spend the entire line. Listen to your body and respond appropriately.

Step 5: Build Up And Release

Additional stimulation is fantastic when paired with anal beads. Dildos, vibrators, or hands are all great. When you get close to climax, slowly and gently pull the beads out. This can be done before, during, or after orgasm. Different people like different sensations, so experiment to see what you like. Do not pull fast- you are not trying to start a lawnmower! Also, pull the beads straight out.

Sharing Beads With A Partner

Step 1: Details

Sharing the experience of anal beads has many things in common with solo play. You both should be clean, relaxed, and enthusiastic. For a first time experimenter, you want to ensure that your partner is very aroused- indeed, if they are female, having orgasmed at least once before will help.

Step 2: Lots Of Lube!

A lot of lubrication should be part of the foreplay. Bring a lot of love to your lover while applying lubricant to the anus. Gentle and patient fingers can apply it most effectively from the inside out. Only after your partner is ready can you start inserting beads.

Step 3: Slowly Insert The Beads…Gently!

Here’s where communication becomes especially important, whether it be verbal or agreed- upon unspoken signals.

Spread out a dark towel and lube up your beads generously. Give your partner time to become accustomed to the feel of the toy outside their body by rubbing it against their perineum and anus before you start inserting beads.

Press the first slick bead into their anus firmly but gently. It should feel soft and yielding and not require any effort. At this time it is good to incorporate your additional arousing techniques (using fingers, tongue, vibrator, etc) and bring them close to climax.

Step 4: Pull

Once your lover has been brought to the edge of orgasm several times and has accepted as many beads as they wish, it may be time to grant them release.

Watch your partner carefully until they start to show the first signs of orgasm, then slowly start to pull the beads out with a deliberate and measured motion. Done correctly, this will increase the already intense sensations.

Afterwards, snuggling and lots of praise are in order. Anal sex of any variety can make people feel very vulnerable, so it is in your best interests to make sure your partner knows how amazing they are.

Beads Are For Vaginas!

Step 1: Dedicated Beads

Anal beads are very versatile and can provide pleasure beyond anal sex. That being said, if you choose to test beads for the vagina, you must use them only for the vagina. If you share toys between the holes, there is a potential discomfort.

Step 2: Lubrication

Even if the vagina is self-lubricating, additional strengthening is always good. The smooth beads are particularly irritating and can be used outside the body to wipe the clitoris and labia. Round surfaces disperse pressure differently than flat surfaces, so external masturbation using anal beads may be surprising.

Step 3: Insertion

Beads are designed to enhance the feeling of penetration/ re- penetration. In this way they are an excellent choice for vaginal insertion, providing intense stimulus in a small package. As many beads as wanted can be inserted to produce the sought after feeling of fullness.

Once stimulated to orgasm, the beads can either be pulled out to heighten the sensation of muscle contraction, or left in for stretch. Both work very well. Vaginal use of beads can be extremely pleasant with some of the hybrid variants of anal beads that feature bullet vibrators.

Firm, smooth textures like glass can enhance physical sensations- like those involving heat and cold. Shaft- like designs like this are simple to use for solo play and provide excellent anal or vaginal stimulation. The gold finish is an attractive touch that adds to the experience.

Games To Play With Anal Beads

Games exist that involve anal beads- some more practical than others. Depending on what you like, they can be great fun.

Game 1: Hide The Necklace

Anal beads are adaptable…this needs a ‘vaginal only’ set of beads though.

Step 1: A female partner should lie on her back comfortably. Her partner performs oral sex on her, but denies her climax.

Step 2: While still stimulating the bottom partner, the top partner runs the beads over her labia and into her vagina.

Step 3: Once she begins to orgasm, the beads are slowly removed

Game 2: Edging With Beads

This is a game that employs discipline, control, and denial.

Step 1: Make sure your partner is comfortable. Take your time and arouse them in whatever way you wish.

Step 2: When they are well aroused, lube up the anal beads and slowly push in one. Tease them to the edge of orgasm, then allow them to cool. Repeat this with five beads, but don’t allow them to come.

Step 3: Slowly pull the beads out while stimulating your partner. Keep them on the edge.

Step 4: Reinsert all five beads. Stimulate your partner to orgasm and pull the beads out while they climax.