The journal

Body-literate.
Not bashful.

Plain-language guides on bodies, materials, technique, and the occasional buying recommendation. No euphemisms.

ANATOMY · 7 min

Anal 101 — comfort, prep, gear

Anal play is a learned skill. Comfort is the goal, not endurance. Start small, go slow The first plug or bead set should be smaller than ...

KINK · 9 min

Kink starter — where to begin

Curious about kink and not sure where to start? You don't need a dungeon. Start with sensation, not restriction A blindfold and a feather...

REVIEWS · 5 min

The quietest vibrators we've found

If you live in a thin-walled apartment or share a bedroom, quietness is a feature, not a bonus. What "quiet" means Under 50 dB at full po...

CARE · 3 min

Cleaning and storing your toys

The right cleaning extends a toy's life and protects your body. Silicone, glass, metal, ABS Warm water + mild unscented soap, or a dedica...

COUPLES · 5 min

Toys for couples — a starter kit

Bringing a toy into a partnered dynamic is mostly about communication, not gear. But the gear helps. Start small A vibrating cock ring or...

ANATOMY · 8 min

Clit vs g-spot, demystified

Two of the most-asked-about anatomical structures, and the source of more confusion than necessary. The clitoris is mostly internal The v...

MATERIALS · 4 min

Lube 101 — water, silicone, oil

Three families. They behave differently. Pick on purpose. Water-based Safe with every toy material and every condom. Dries faster than th...

BEGINNER · 6 min

How to choose your first vibrator

The first vibrator decision is less about features and more about fit: where on your body you want sensation, how loud you can be, and wh...