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Cock rings. Types and How to use

Cock rings have an upper hand as adult toys designed to intensify sexual adornment for couple's pleasure. Cock rings vary in their styles, materials and their purpose but basically they serve to prolong erotic sensations for both partners.When using such sex toys as cock rings, keep in mind some safety rules to ensure you get only pleasure of its use.

What are cock rings?

Cock rings are unique sex toys in the sense that they essentially act as blood flow "restrictors". They are worn at the base of the penis and are made to heighten and prolong an erection, as well as intensify orgasms.

The principle of how a cock ring works on the body is based on the peculiarities of male anatomy. In a usual state blood runs into the penis at the base forward and back. Cock ring in this regard acts like blood restriction device to delay its flow back thus contributing to firmer and longer erection.

So what is a cock ring for?

to prolong erection and make it firmer

to become a helpful tool to those who face the problem of early ejaculation

to contribute to genitals sensitivity

to experiment with new sensations

for additional stimulation of women's sensitive zones

Cock ring types and their use

Today cock rings go in a wide variety of types and materials to add to various sensations.

Adjustable cock rings

These usually go as strap-on cock rings made of leather and snap or tie into place. They come in a variety of styles, the more usual one is a simple rope the user ties into place to leather straps adorned with studs. These are probably the safest because they are easy to remove.

How to use?

Put a cock ring around the base of the shaft and fasten it to adjust it comfortably not to carry to painful sensations. Usually this type of cock rings goes with Velcro buckle and thus makes it easier to unfasten.

It is highly recommended to shave pubic hair for more comfort as hair trapped in a strap can create quite unpleasant feelings. Be aware that adjustable cock ring is usually put on when penis is in an erect state.

Non-adjustable cock ring

O-shaped cock rings: The most common variety of non-adjustable cock rings are those is the rubber cock ring, which is shaped like an o-ring washer - like the ones used in your garden hose or kitchen faucet - but larger.

They are also available in a wide array of materials ranging from rubber to chrome. Some of the most popular materials are rubber, chrome, acrylic and aluminum. Rubber are quite flexible, making it relatively easy to fit into.
Chrome and aluminum is a bit tougher to use. Chrome is not flexible, so you must be certain that you will be able to remove it. Acrylic is not flexible, so you must be careful.

Vibrating rings: Designed to stimulate both the user and their partner during intercourse. Usually made of jelly, the ring has an egg vibrator attached to it which comes into contact with the woman's clitoris during intercourse. They can also be switched, so that the egg vibe stimulates the man's scrotum.

Specialty Cock Rings: usually designed for the advanced user. They include varieties with names like the ball stretcher, divider, cock ring and ball stretcher combo, cock and ball harness and lock, a ball separator and many others. They are often used as adornment as opposed to being used functionally during sex. For example, it's impossible to have intercourse with the cock and ball harness and lock because the device virtually covers the entire penis.

How to use?

Non-adjustable cock rings are usually the choice for those who are more or less familiar with this kind of sex toys. Non-adjustable rings are put on and removed from a penis in a flaccid state.

Cock rings are worn at the base of the penis, behind the scrotum - which means you will have to get your balls and penis through the ring. Start by placing the first testicle through the ring, followed by the second one. Follow by pulling the flaccid penis through the ring.

It's possible to do it with an erect penis, but that might take some practice. The fit should be snug, but not too tight. During erection the fit should be about the same, if not a bit snugger. If you're using a leather snap on or the "tie" variety, then simply snap or tie it into place.

Safety with cock ring usage

Though most cock rings are designed to be safely used it is highly advisable to follow some basic safety rules.

Choose the right type

With the great variety of cock rings available now you may well try from the most simple to the most fanciest ones, but the general advice is to use adjustable cock rings for beginners and non-adjustable for more experienced ones.

Time of use

A word of caution: cock rings are designed to be used for 15 to 20 minutes at a time, so if it becomes uncomfortable remove it immediately. When you use it longer you risk do harm to your health and resulting in painful sensations due to blood vessels breakage or in other unwanted consequences.

How to remove

This advice basically refers to non-adjustable cock rings as they are more difficult to remove. In any way you should remove it when your penis is non-erect. Wait some minutes to make sure your manhood is flaccid and carefully release your penis from cock ring. In case you fail to do it apply some lubricant to make a slippage better.

Be aware of your health state

If you are diabetic, or have any other disorders such as blood clotting or nerve disorder you should check with your doctor before using a cock ring.

Once the cock ring is in place you're ready to go. It should be snug, and should inhibit the flow of blood from the penis back into your body.