I was excited as soon as I found out I was going to receive a product from ICICLES. And I waited for the package with great expectations. We don't have a lot of experience with butt plugs, but when I looked at them on the site I was already pretty much in love.
A butt plug is, as the name implies, a plug for your anus. This anal sex toy seals the anus completely and the shape and size of the design provide different stimuli. In both men and women it can cause a more intense orgasm, in women it stimulates the G-spot and in men it stimulates the prostate.
First impression
Like all packages from EDC, this one came in a sturdy brown box that also provides an extra level of anonymity. It's one of the big advantages if you don't want others to find out what you've ordered. So you can also have family or housemates accept the package without worrying about it.
The box the butt plug comes in is incredibly beautiful and high end, something that even exceeded my high expectations. The front of the box can be opened with a magnet closure and a ribbon. Then you can see the butt plug through a clear window. So you can see the product without having to open the package, which adds to the luxury feel. Even though the package features a clear picture of the product on every side, it gives it just that little bit extra. There's more than enough information on the package to know exactly what's inside. The features and benefits compared to traditional butt plugs are obvious. What I always really appreciate knowing is that the plug is completely hypoallergenic. And what I also really appreciate is that it says that you can register the product with Pipedream for a 60-day warranty (this is mentioned on the bottom of the packaging and also on a paper that's included with the product).
The toy
Opening the package is simple. Of course, because it's a glass butt plug, it's nestled in packing foam for extra security. The butt plug is pretty tightly packed in the foam, but if you pull on the neck it's easy to remove. The butt plug has an insertion depth of 6.5 cm, it's 2.5 cm at its widest point and is made from black glass. The design makes the plug easy to insert and is perfect for beginners. And it also means the plug can't slip too far inside. It's a hand-blown product, which means that each plug is somewhat unique.
It's clearly high quality and the plug is made to last a lifetime. That's something I certainly agree with, as long as you take care of it properly. The nice thing about the ICICLES line is that the products can also be used cooled or heated. You can cool/heat them under the faucet or in the refrigerator/microwave. It doesn't say for how long, so that's a drawback. I would be very careful with the microwave in particular. Personally I'd rather use the faucet.
In practice
Inserting the butt plug is no problem, thanks to the size but definitely also because of the design. Of course it's also important to use enough lube, too! And if you're used to plugs (and especially bigger ones), unfortunately this one will slip out more easily. That really makes it a beginner's butt plug. And that can be limiting if you want to wear the butt plug out in public, for instance. The plug does feel incredibly good because of the weight and shape of the body, and certainly the material, as well. Without warming or cooling the plug quickly absorbs your body heat, which feels extra nice. I personally didn't think warming the plug was a real success, but cooling, on the other hand, was amazing. It really depends on what your preferences are. The cold was refreshing, which created a lot more sensation while I was using it. That's something I'd personally recommend for oral sex, because it can give you more intense orgasms between the cooling of the plug and the warmth of a mouth.
Conclusion
My conclusion is that I can definitely recommend this, and I'm going to have an incredible amount of fun with it. With this product, you're really getting your money's worth and more. I'd definitely recommend this plug to beginners. For people who are more used to anal, I'd also recommend this product, but in a larger size. It's a unique, luxury anal sex toy with a world of possibilities.