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Question of the Day

I was looking for some new tricks online, and I came across the word “figging”. What kind of practice is this?

Angel’s Point Of View:

Figging is the act of taking a piece of ginger root, peeling it, and applying it to the genitals. Usually this means inserting the peeled section into the anus or the vagina. It produces a warm, burning sensation that can very from mild to intense.

You can do this safely if you follow a few simple rules.

1. Pick good ginger. Do not pick ginger that feels squishy or soft. A firm, light colored piece of ginger is best. It goes without saying to pick a piece that will be in roughly the shape of a finger when it’s peeled for ease of insertion.

2. Have some baby wipes on hand in case the sensation is too intense. They should remove the ginger juices pretty quickly.

3. Test! Use a small piece for a short period of time before you jump right into this.

4. Make sure your piece of ginger root has a big knob at the back end so it doesn’t slide all the way into the anus or vagina.

5. If putting ginger in the vagina, make sure she is turned on. The ginger will have more effect if she is excited and wet. For best result, play some adult movies to get her worked up first.

If you find that figging is too much for you, check out some sex toys that can provide varied sensations. Sometimes the things built for sex are best.

Question of the Day:

My partner has a latex allergy, and it has made our love life somewhat of a challenge in terms of experimentation. We worry so much about what has latex in it and what will cause her allergy to flare up. I won’t go into details, but lets say that it is not a mild allergy. We’re both interested in all the new shiny fetish clothes and lingerie, and we both love playing with toys. What can we do to avoid latex issues?

Angel’s Point Of View:

This can sometimes be a very inconvenient issue to brave, but a little creativity goes a long way. If you are going to parties to show off your fetish fashions, have her wear leather gloves. This will allow her to make contact at the event without risk of an allergy flare up. As for her own clothing, shiny pvc that fits very tight can help pull off the latex look without risking her safety. Shiny metallic fabrics may do the same thing for her.

When it comes to your toy collection, read labels and don’t buy anything that says “for novelty use only on it”. There are lots of silicone toys coming out that have the feel of rubber with no latex. If the label doesn’t say what the toy is made of, chances are it might have latex in it if the toy is a rubber looking one. Pyrex and steel are two really hot materials for toys right now, and there is a growing number of people purchasing polished stone and wood toys. This means that you have plenty of options without straying onto dangerous ground. If you are looking for the S&M gear, it is hard to give up rubber, but if you play with some different toy styles, you can find toys in leather and other materials that pack a similar sting.

Question of the Day:

Angel, I started dating a woman a short time ago who has a disability. She can no longer walk and is confined to a wheelchair. While I’m very much falling in love with her, I’m not sure how to deal with intimacy when the time comes. I’m attracted to this beautiful person that I’m afraid to hurt. I don’t want her to think that I see only her disability, but it is a real factor here. What do I do to keep from loosing her, but practice sex that it wholly safe for her?

Angel’s Point Of View:

What her disability is will effect the specifics of how you do things safely, but for the most part, disabled people can lead perfectly normal sex lives. First, talk to her doctor. I guarantee any doctor that works with her disability has been asked about sex before. The doctor will let you know what precautions to take. Second, use common sense. If her disability effects her muscles and joints, don’t try sex swinging from the cieling fan.

Common sense is the biggest factor in addressing a challenge to sex. There are ramps and pillows designed to maintain body angles for sex called Love Bumpers. If she has a hard time controlling her legs, try these neat pillows so she does not have to fight to stay in a position. Get creative, if muscle spasms are a problem for her, find positions that help her relax, and only use soft rubber or cyberskin toys instead of hard plastic.

Lastly, talk to her. Unless she’s a virgin, she probably has a few ideas or thoughts on how to make sex everything it should be between you. Talk about working through this together and move forward when you both are ready. The rest will work itself out.

Question of the Day:

Angel, My boyfriend and I are going green in our lives. We recycle our glass bottles, cut down on the amount of packaging we consume, and we drive hybrid cars. Is there any way to go green in your sex life?

Angel’s Point Of View

Of course there are ways to make your sex more environmentally sound. There are organic and naturally based lubes on the market that cost about the same as their synthetic competitors. If you find one that works for you, go for it. Cut down how many batteries you use. Before you freak out, I’m not advocating you give up your vibrator. If you are anti batteries and what they do to the environment, try picking up an Earth Angel Massager. This vibrator never needs batteries; you just crank the end (sort of like your emergency radio) and you are good to go. A light on the toy tells you when you are running low on power. When you are done with the toy, the energy that it didn’t use will be saved for your next playtime.

Question of the Day:

Angel, this might sound like a dumb question. You see a lot in movies where guys will drag ice down a girls stomach or on her nipples, and I’ve heard friends rave about temperature play like using warm water and ice or breath strips. I have even heard of friends using metal or plastic things kept in the freezer to cut down on mess. Is this a safe thing to do to skin? Are there limits on what you can do?

Angel’s Point Of View:

There are always limits on what you can do when it comes to sexual escapades, but temperature play in itself is not an unsafe thing to do. As with anything there are proper and improper tools to get the job done. Ice cubes are great. To get the sensual gliding effect, give them a few seconds in your hand to let the surface melt. Be careful what objects you freeze for temperature play. Some thing work, others don’t, so use common sense. An easy way to take care of this is to pick up toys specifically made for temperature play. A line gaining in popularity are the odd looking Dai-Do toys. They are made of high grade aluminum that conducts heat and cold very well. This makes them ideal for temperature play. If you are going to use at home products in your freezer, remember what happens when you put a wet tongue to a pole in winter. If you freeze something metal like strands of dog-tag type chain to run over your loves body or a freezable rolling pin, remember to run your hand over the item several times afte ryou pull it out of the freezer, or just run a bit of cold water over it so that it will not stick to her skin.

Angel,

My husband has been asking me for sometime now to try anal with him. I’ve done some toy shopping and a litte research but I’m still a bit afraid. I’ve never done it before, and the very idea of the pain it will cause terrifies me to death. Do you have any suggestions on getting past the first hurdles to give this a good shot?

Anal can be a difficult subject to broach. Even outside of having a stigma attached to it, there is a reputation for pain when it comes to trying it out.  The first thing to remember with anal is lube and time. That part of your body is not self lubricating, so it is very important to avoid skimping on the (water or silicone based) lube. Go slowly to avoid tearing skin and pain from stretching. A few small butt plugs and/or some anal beads will get you used to the sensation. The final thought here is, only do something you are comfortable with. Relaxation is pretty important with anal especially, so if you are not comfortable or overly tense, you will not have a good experience with this. Trying things you are not comfortable with wears on the open trust in your relationship. Try new things because you want to, not because you feel you have to.

Angel, I just bought my first cyberskin toy. I love the realistic look and feel of the material, but I’m not sure how to clean it. The material feels so delicate that I’m afraid to clean it. I was also wondering if it safe to share my cyberskin toy. I’m afraid that the porous material will hold germs. What should I do?

Cyberskin is a strange animal. While it is easily the most realistic material on the market, it has some drawbacks. Let me answer your questions in reverse. First, never share a cyberskin toy. They are porous and the material is impossible to totally sterilize. It can be cleaned though. If you have sensitive skin, I suggest you use a condom over the toy. If not, use as normal. When it’s time to clean, use a mild unscented soap and gently clean your toy. Leave it out to dry as much as you can and then store it in a food storage back with a bit of corn starch to soak up moisture. This will prevent your cyberskin toy from getting sticky on you. I hope that answers your question.