The Hitachi Magic Wand lives up to it's reputation. If the Rabbit Habit is a well-meaning guy who isn't quite getting it right, but manages to get the job done anyway, the Hitachi is an anonymous screamingly-orgasmic quickie in a public restroom.

LOOKS: The Magic Wand looks like something out of a medical supply catalog. There's nothing even vaguely beautiful or sexy about this toy. It was designed as a muscle massager, and it shows. You could leave it lying around the house, and nobody (who didn't already own one themselves) would be any the wiser as to its x-rated applications.

CONSTRUCTION: The massaging head is a slightly flattened ball of vinyl (?) covered padding, connected by a short neck to a gigantic white plastic handle, with an electrical cord hanging off the other end. It seems built sturdily enough that you could bludgeon someone with it in the afternoon, and still use it to "massage" yourself to sleep later that night.

FEATURES: A two speed on-off switch. The speeds are marked as "low" and "high", but I think that's code for "almost unbearably strong" and "for use on major muscle groups only". No fancy bells and whistles here; Hitachi designed this beast to do one thing, and one thing only: relax sore muscles. The fact that it's also the most notoriously reliable orgasm generator known to womankind is a bonus feature.

TECHNIQUE: Yes, the vibrations are as intense as everyone says, and that is one of the complaints many people have about the Magic Wand: The vibrations are actually too much to bear for some. In fact, I find it works better through a blanket, or a pair of jeans, or some other protective barrier, because while the vibrating head is cushioned, it's not quite cushioned enough for direct-skin contact for me. And I'd advise you to take a rest between orgasms, because otherwise (even with extra padding), the relentless vibration WILL make your clit go numb … VERY quickly.

CONCLUSION: I need to get the Gee Whiz attachment for my Magic Wand. I have a feeling the Hitachi will put to rest forever my complaint that vibes designed for penetration are never quite strong enough to do the job. But even without fancy attachments, you'd better believe this baby is staying permanently plugged in next to my bed. I think my Pocket Rocket is going to get really jealous.

If you're looking for efficiency in an orgasm, you can't go wrong with this toy! Oh, and it's not bad for sore shoulders either… ;-)

Ah that infamous personal massager, it's name being synonymous with vibrations more intense than most toys, I'd been curious. I got the Hitachi Magic Wand and was not let down in the least! Just looking at it reminds you that it's not really intended for masturbation purposes, with a sphereish padded vinyl head (just over 2" tall and a circumference just under 8") and a flexible neck attaching it to a hard plastic handle that's just over 9" long, it looks so innocent… And with a power cord rather than batteries, this has quickly become my favorite toy!

This sucker has two setting, both capable of giving you quick and intense orgasms. The low setting seems to have more of a bass like vibrations while the high setting seems more treble like. If the vibrations prove to much for you, it still works wonders through fabric of your choosing (pants, towel, etc). I love that the head seems to be able to just nestle itself into your nether regions and engulf it in intense vibrations. So if you're looking for intense penetrating vibrations (but don't mind going without penetration), I highly recommend it!

Overall, I give it an 8. It'd probably get a 10 if I had the Gee Whiz attachment, though ;)

The Blonde gives another thumbs up:

Yeah! The Hitachi Magic Wand! For all those out there who have the "Fuck Foreplay" mentality, this is the toy for you. Cum hard, cum now, cum often.

The wand itself is rather large (about a foot long), corded, slightly unwieldly (the boyfriend joked it was a two-hander), and loud. But the simple joy of climaxing again and again with little or no time or effort makes it well worth it.

A note about usage: It was designed to work out muscles, and is a little aggressive for those with sensitive clitoral areas (and who doesn't have a sensitive clitoris?). I found using the wand over a couple layers of cloth works quite well (panties & pajama pants, for example). I've only ever used the Wand on the LOW setting. Low is a suitably aggressive vibration, High terrifies me.

The Magic Wand is a fabulous, fucking beautiful addition to any toy chest.

Is it wrong? Of course not! I'd hazard to guess that you don't think it's wrong for your wife to swallow when she gives you a blow job, right? So, if it's OK for her to get your semen in her mouth, why would it be wrong for you to get your own cum in your mouth?

The only possible problem here is if your wife isn't comfortable with the idea. Since I don't know her, I really can't say much to that question. Were I in your position, I'd probably just go ahead and go down on her after sex sometime, but the fact that you'd feel like you needed to ask does suggest that at least one of you is/might be uncomfortable about the idea, in which case it's always best to ask. (And I wish you the best of luck getting the answer you want!)

Q: To give a blow job is it really preferable to actually suck on the penis or just run your mouth over it. and can you suck while you deep throat?

What's preferable for a blow job is pretty much up to the recipient… Some guys love suction, some guys think the sensation is too intense. Either way though, it's a safe bet that any guy is going to enjoy variety during fellatio, so why not give them both a try, and see which one he seems to like best?

And I can't imagine being able to suck while deep throating. I honestly don't know if it's even physically possible!

Ummm, dis my onlii question, how do you keep yourself from biting it?

Pretty simple really. Open your mouth fairly wide, and make a small "O" shape with your mouth. Your lips will naturally cover your teeth when you do. Then, just make sure not to close your mouth in the middle of things. ;-) (If you're really worried about it, you could practice on a dildo until you got it right!)

Well, the Eco Kit's on back order, so in the mean time, we've received the Elastomer Rabbit Habit!

I was instantly interested simply because it's that one vibrator mentioned on Sex and the City. That and I go nowhere without (and usually only) clitoral stimulation, so it looked like one I could enjoy! I certainly did, though I enjoyed it a lot more while only using the rabbit and leaving the shaft and pearls turned off (the rabbit also vibrates more intensely when used on its own).

The shape and size of the pink sparkly penis is perfect, for me at least. When using all features though, I did notice how hard to was to actually feel the twirling action of the shaft. And the pearls, while enjoyed, need a motor with more oomph, as they stall at a mere kegel squeeze or moving/thrusting the Habit at any angle other than parallel with yourself. (And I think they might benefit being made of a hard rubber vs. plastic.)

But using it as I did (with only the rabbit going), it was great! It made vaginal stimulation (thrusting my way to a sore wrist, that is), a key part of orgasm, a wonderful change of pace for me! So if you have issues orgasming via vaginal stimulation, I highly recommend this toy for you!

The Blonde puts in her two cents' worth:

The Elastomer Rabbit Habit: Great in theory, so-so in practice. The elastomer material was fantastic … latex & pthalate free, it maintained delightful feel & playability without toxic plastic smell, or that tell-tale vaginal dryness that comes with some plastics.

The Rabbit comes with two motor control switches: One for the bullet-vibe rabbit, and one for the shaft/pearl contraption. The shaft rotates at a 15º angle, while the beads rotate around on tracks to stimulate the vaginal opening. Sounds fabulous, doesn't it?

Unfortunately, the motor in the shaft was so weak that it wouldn't maintain rotation while inserted unless it was turned all the way up. Even then, if you're the kind of girl who enjoys their stimulation at any sort of an angle, any significant added pressure also stops the motor. So, one is left holding the vibrator still, and allowing it to do "its thing."

Sadly for this girl, "its thing" wasn't nearly as exciting as I had hoped. The Rabbit vibrating bit is pretty fantastic … well, it would have been, IF it had been placed to actually have any decent contact with my clit. Happily, I found the lovely bendy elastomer could be manipulated in such a way that I could pry the rabbit & its ears up, and position them where I needed them to be. Once positioned, HURRAH!! Orgasm can be reached!

Overall, yes, the Rabbit Habit would be a satisfying toy for those with passive tastes. For those of us with more aggressive needs I suppose it gets "the job" done, just not with the "O" factor so widely touted.

Boy oh boy, was I excited to get my hands on the Elastomer Rabbit Habit … Rabbit-type vibes are one of the most famous styles of sex toy out there, thanks to Sex and the City, and I couldn't wait to see if they lived up to their hype!

LOOKS: OK, I'm not thrilled with the purple/sparkly look. Really, it's just not my style. I'd be thrilled if they offered a Rabbit Habit in black, or red, or blue, or any non-see-through, non-sparkly color except pink. But there you go. It's transparent lavender/purple, with iridescent sparkles.

CONSTRUCTION: This model of Rabbit vibe is made of elastomer, which is softer than vinyl, and safer than jelly. Jelly vibes are made with a mix of materials, some of which are softened with chemicals called pthalates, which are suspected of causing hormonal disruption and possibly linked to cancer … in short, I won't use ANY jelly toy, no matter how fun the squishable-yet-firm texture may be. Elastomer, on the other hand, has roughly the same texture as jelly materials, but is both pthalate and latex free (important for folks who're allergic to latex!), so there's no strange chemical worries.

The base of this Rabbit model is made of old-fashioned tan plastic, and all the little parts inside are made of a mix of plastic and metal. (On my vibe, the sliding battery compartment door doesn't seem to latch very snugly, but since I suspect Rabbit vibes aren't really intended for rough play, this hasn't been a problem.)

FEATURES
THE EXTERNAL RABBIT BULLET VIBE: Babeland's page for the Elastomer Rabbit Habit mentions that the angle of the external rabbit vibe was changed for better clit contact during use, and after looking at the picture of the original Rabbit Habit, and the similar Rabbit Pearl, I'm wondering if I'm shaped oddly! ;-) The fact that I can't get a more upright Rabbit combined with the pthalate free material is a shame. That said, the elastomer IS flexible enough for you to reposition the rabbit somewhat after the dildo is fully inserted.

Finding the right speed for the bullet vibe is a little tricky … just when you think you've got it perfect, you change the setting on the shaft control and the rabbit suddenly changes intensity. Good thing the sliders are right there on top, and easy to operate …

THE SPINNING "PEARLS": I was expecting these to be the real knockout feature of the Rabbit Habit, but when I first tried it out, I couldn't even feel them! What a letdown … until a few minutes later, just when I got close to orgasm, and all of a sudden, "HOLY HELL! THE BEADS!" However, if I got overly enthusiastic and squeezed down on the bead section, they stopped moving. After a few more tries, just to make sure, the results were consistent: I didn't notice the fancy spinning beads until right at the end, but boy, just so long as I didn't squeeze too hard, I was really glad they were there.

NOTE: It seems that all of Vibratex's other Rabbit-style vibes are made of vinyl, which should give them a firmer feel, but they have the loose "pearl" beads, which apparently stop moving even easier than the beads on fixed tracks featured on the elastomer model.

THE ROTATING SHAFT: The rotating shaft is a mixed blessing. When I tried to hold the Rabbit in my hand the whole time it was running, the plastic battery compartment wiggled in my hand, no matter how hard I tried to hold it steady. However, when I got the shaft at the angle I wanted it, and then squeezed my legs together to hold it steady, the rotating shaft started doing its thing, and did it well. I've never had a dildo, vibrating or not, that actually provided g-spot stimulation I noticed before this one, and I must say I rather like it!

TECHNIQUE: After a few tries (and then a few tries more, just for fun), I got the hang of the Habit, and here are my tips: Find a good angle for the shaft, and rather than trying to "shove" it into the sweet spot, clamp your legs down to hold it in place (personally, the rotating/beads thing didn't do a thing for me unless it was turned all the way up, but you might be more sensitive to the sensations than I was). Turn the shaft up until you notice it moving inside you, then adjust the position & setting on the external vibe until it's where you want it. Then lay back and wait.

After a few minutes it snuck up on me. As someone who's never been able to masturbate to orgasm with anything but direct clitoral stimulation, the level of vaginal sensation was surprising … it wasn't an earth-shattering, bedsheet-clawing, screaming orgasm, but it was definitely unlike anything I've ever felt from a toy.

It was a much more "full body" orgasm than my trusty Pocket Rocket can manage. If I had to pick a single adjective to describe it, I'd say "sweet". It was a sweet, cuddly little orgasm (followed by another, and another, until my clit got way oversensitive) … and I suppose that's rather fitting for a transparent purple, sparkly vibrator with a little bunny and a hidden smiley face on the shaft …

CONCLUSION: The Rabbit Habit definitely isn't for everyone. If you want a toy you can manhandle, this probably isn't the vibe for you. If you want super-intense, Hitachi-style stimulation, this definitely isn't the toy for you. If you're really into large-size toys (or men), the Rabbit's mid-size shaft probably won't get the job done. If you want a quiet toy, or a super-precise efficient vibe, this is also not the toy you're looking for.

But, I suspect the Elastomer Rabbit Habit, or one of its cousins in the Rabbit vibe family, is a perfect vibe for women who have trouble orgasming during vaginal sex. The way the beads and rotating shaft suddenly go WOW! right as you orgasm might be just the trick to "train" reluctant nerve endings to appreciate vaginal stimulation more! This vibe would also be great for people who want vaginal stimulation without deep penetration, and for any woman who's sensitive to g-spot stimulation or indirect clit vibration.

The Elastomer Rabbit Habit isn't going to replace my Pocket Rocket any time soon, but the lil' Rocket is going to have to get used to having a roommate in my "favorite toys" drawer from now on!

It should be a good mix, between the three of us: I'm easily pleased, but not easily impressed … and I'm bizarrely analytical about everything, including sex toys, so I'll be writing the big, long, detailed reviews. The Sister is not easily pleased, so if a toy gets her off, you'll know it's a good'un. The Blonde is neither easily pleased, NOR easily impressed, and she has a history of breaking vibrators at a very intimidating rate. If there's anything weak about a toy, she'll definitely let you know!

SO! Without further ado, I'm off to post my first toy review …

Shower stools are available in a wide variety of styles and sizes, some with adjustable height, some not. Most of them are specifically designed to help physically impaired people safely use their showers, so they're designed to support (in most cases) 250-300lbs. Most have non-slip rubber feet, or suction cup feet, and wide, flat seats.

I'm betting one of those would work perfectly for you! And congrats on the wet room … all I have is a teeny stall shower right now. I'm totally jealous!

There are a number of products out there especially designed to help with ingrown hair. One product I've heard especially highly recommended is Tend Skin. There's also a foam product designed especially for the bikini line, and some hydroxy acid pads that would help remove the skin blocking your hair follicles without the irritation of mechanical exfoliation.

But of course, the best way to deal with ingrown hair is to prevent it. You sound particularly prone to ingrown hair, so try to keep the following points in mind:

• Don't use 'scrubbing' exfoliation when you have ingrown hair … that will just irritate your skin even more.
• Start over. No matter how much it bugs you, try to let your hair grow out, and wait until all the ingrown hair and scabs have healed before you remove the hair again. Irritated, swollen hair follicles will just create more ingrown hairs if they don't get a chance to heal.
• Wear looser clothing. If you wear a thong or small bikini underwear normally, switch to boyshorts, or even go commando for a while. Having your clothing rubbing against the skin all the time encourages ingrown hair.
• Don't pick at ingrown hairs with your fingers … hold a warm compress (like a washcloth soaked in hot water) against your skin, until you can see the hair under your skin, and then carefully free the hair from the skin with tweezers. But don't pull the hair all the way out until the irritation heals.
• Waxing can make you more prone to ingrown hair than shaving. Stick with shaving, and always use new, sharp razors.
• Keep your skin moisturized. Dry, tough skin is more prone to ingrown hair.
• Try using one of the products mentioned above when you do start shaving again, to prevent a recurrence of the problem.

Hope that helps! I've never had a major problem with ingrown hair in that area, but those are tips that have helped friends of mine who did.

Well, besides potential emotional frustration, not very much. If you continue to masturbate, especially if a woman masturbates with a dildo, to exercise the vaginal muscles similarly to penile insertion, nothing much is going to change, as far as I know.

If you don't masturbate? I shudder to think of a life with NO orgasms … but scientific studies have suggested that for men, regular ejaculation can help reduce the risk of prostate cancer. The neurochemical reactions to orgasm can also help alleviate depression, improve overall mood, and possibly even boost the immune system.

That said, a lot of religious and spiritual groups have long histories of associating complete sexual abstinence with spiritual enlightenment, and a good many ascetics of this sort live to ripe old ages. Probably more to do with the fact that they also do not drink or drug, or eat to excess, than with a lack of sexual pleasure though.