Review Lovehoney Starter Orgasmic Glass Butt Plug

This gorgeous glass toy is not all it appears to be.  It is much, much more.  This is not a bad thing, but something you should be aware of when considering buying one.  

Simply and tastefully packaged, if that is important to you, in a blue card box with ample protection for the toy inside.  This should survive just about anything royal mail can throw at it, or indeed throw it at. 

This plug is made from toughened safety glass and is perfectly smooth, making it very safe to use and simple to clean.  It comes complete with a velvet storage bag to keep it clean and safe.

The plug itself is around four inches long overall, 1.8 inches at the widest point, with a 2 inch base.  It sits in the palm of your hand an appears to be fairly modest in size.   Indeed, LH have named it the 'Starter' Orgasmic Glass Butt Plug.

Appearances, and indeed names, can be deceptive.  This is certainly the case with this beautiful little plug. I have no objection to the word orgasmic, as, in my experience it certainly is.  Starter?  No, cannot really agree there.  

The graduation from the tip (at just around half an inch) to the widest point is very sudden.  It increases to 1.8 inches very quickly, which doesn't allow much opportunity for your body to acclimatise to it.  Prior experience in anal play and knowing your body's reactions is preferable before attempting this one, and a warm up first is very advisable unless you are very experienced with larger toys.  The glass is very smooth and glides beautifully but don't skimp on the lube with this one. 

Glass, naturally does not 'give', it is utterly rigid which combined with the steep angle of the head on this plug make it rather more challenging that you might expect.  I cannot stress enough, this thing is the Tardis of butt plugs; it feels MUCH bigger on the inside. 

There is also no graduation from the stem to the underside of the widest point.  While less of an issue on the way out than in, this does provide some very intense stimulation upon withdrawal, so be prepared for that little treat.  It does mean that once in, the plug is very stable and stays comfortably in place.  The base is wide enough to prevent it slipping all the way in. 

Once you are sufficiently warmed, and lubed, up this is a wonderful plug.  The complete smoothness slips over your skin effortlessly.  The stretch on insertion is very stimulating and the width and weight of the glass give a nicely full sensation.  The stem narrows abruptly, keeping the plug in place easily hands free (even during orgasm) while the wide base provides piece of mind.  My only grumble with the base is that I would have preferred a T-shape or oval to the circular one as the rigid glass can be uncomfortable between the cheeks in some positions.  This is a general issue I find with many plugs though, and more down to my own preference due to my particular size and shape. 

Of course, glass is initially cold to the touch.  I love this, and the way it gradually adjusts to my temperature, but if you are not keen it is easy enough to warm the plug in water first (test it, it will feel hotter back there!) and retains heat very well once you have done so.  Equally, if you enjoy temperature play it can be warmed or cooled to suit. 

Cleanliness is always going to be an issue with butt plugs and glass offers a great solution to this.  It's pristine smooth surface is non porous and easy to clean and sterilise.  It is also suitable to use with whatever lube you prefer to use.  Mine is now about three years old and still looks and feels just like new.

It is a beautiful and functional plug.  It feels amazing, but does not, in my opinion, live up to the name 'starter'  It's a great next step though and something to work toward if nee to this type of play.  Available from LoveHoney.

Overall rating 4/5