Clitoral suction toys are designed with “an opening that surrounds the head of the clitoris and creates a sensation that mimics the feeling of sucking, like during oral sex,” says Finn. These toys trap air around the clit and use the movement and pulsation of that air to provide focused, contained stimulation to the targeted areas, Finn adds. For this reason, it’s great to pair with other forms of stimulation, like penetrative play.
How To Use This Toy: Place the nozzle around the clitoris, creating a seal, before turning it on, explains Dr. Toubi. When first experimenting with your toy, start on a low setting and work your way up until you find a vibration pattern and speed that works for you, says Oriowo. And while these toys are designed to stimulate the clitoris, they can also provide pleasure to other parts of the body, such as the nipples, Oriowo adds. Psst, if you like the sensation of your nipples being sucked, you’ll want to try that out with this toy.
How To Care For This Toy: Because this toy has a nozzle, it requires an additional cleaning step. To really get in there, some people recommend using a Q-tip, says Oriowo. Simply spray the end of a Q-tip with a toy cleaner or mixture of mild soap and water, and swirl it around the inside of the nozzle. If your toy is submersible, you can even put it in soapy water, turn it on and let it do the work for you, Oriowo adds.