Cock Ring

As Queen B says, “If you like it then you should put a ring on it.” But what Beyonce forgot to add is, if you like it then you should put a cock ring on it.

If you are familiar with sex toys, then we’re sure you have heard of a cock ring. They are actually one of the most popular sex toys among couples, which says a lot considering how many toys are on the market! They are easy to use, can spice up your life in the bedroom, and come in a variety of different types. 

If you are new to the world of sex toys or are just new to cock rings, you might be wondering what the rage is all about. What does a cock ring do? What should you prioritize? How does it work? Is it hard to use? 

Keep reading to get the lowdown on what this sex toy is and why you’ll want to incorporate it into your sex life ASAP. 

What is a Cock Ring?

A cock ring is a sex toy that is circular in shape and can be placed on the base of the penis or on the base of a dildo or butt plug. Some cock rings wrap around the base of the penis and around the balls. 

A cock ring is designed to apply pressure to the penis (and sometimes the balls), which traps blood in the penis for longer. Since an erection is caused by an increase in blood flow to the penis, cock rings are designed to assist in keeping harder erections for a longer period of time. 

Why Do People Love Cock Rings?

There are many different reasons people love using cock rings — some of the most common reasons are below. 

Helps With ED

Erectile dysfunction, also known as ED, is the inability to get or maintain an erection. It is extremely common, especially as we get older. 

Although there is medication designed to help with ED, cock rings may be an easier, cheaper, and more exciting solution. Since cock rings are designed to restrict blood from flowing out of the penis, this can be a great aid in maintaining an erection. 

Larger Erections

Erections are caused by a rush of blood flowing to the penis, causing it to grow and become hard. Even if you can regularly get an erection, using a cock ring may help you experience the biggest, strongest erection you have ever had. 

This can lead to an increase in pleasure during sex, but it also can boost the confidence of the penis owner since your erection will look bigger. More pleasure and a confidence boost? Yes, please!

Heightened Sensation

The more blood flow there is to an area, the more sensitive it will be. Since a cock ring keeps the blood from flowing out of your penis while having sex, you will feel much more sensitive, which can heighten pleasure. 

Clitoral Stimulation

If you are a vagina owner or someone having sex with a vagina owner, you probably know the importance of clitoral stimulation. Many vagina owners cannot orgasm from penetration alone. They need to have their clitoris stimulated as well.

While you can use a finger or other toy to stimulate the clitoris during sex, a cock ring takes out a lot of the work and introduces a lot of pleasure as well! A lot of cock rings are designed so that while they are stimulating the penis, they also stimulate your partner’s clitoris during sex. A win-win!

Hand Jobs

While a cock ring is technically designed to fit on the base of the penis, there are other ways you can use it as well! You can put the cock ring over your fingers or on the palm of your hand while you are giving someone a hand job. 

The cock ring can be pretty powerful, so use a lighter touch when using it this way than you normally would for a hand job. Also, be careful around pubic hair! You don’t want it to get caught in the cock ring! Ouch!

Exploring Pleasure Spots

Because cock rings usually have a vibrating feature, they can be incredibly stimulating to other parts of the body besides the penis and clitoris. 

Hold the cock ring in your hand and move it over your or your partner’s erogenous zones. 

You can hold it against the nipples, inner thigh, perineum (the area between the anus and scrotum), the base of the neck, or wherever else feels best. 

What Should Cock Rings Be Made From?

Because every penis owner has a different sized penis, you want to buy a cock ring made from silicone, which makes it flexible. This way, it will fit over any sized penis and make it easy to put on and remove. It also makes them easy to clean, but avoid silicone or oil-based lubes because they can deteriorate the silicone-based toy. 

What About Cock Ring Sizing?

While stretchy silicone rings should work for most penis owners, it is still possible to get the wrong-sized cock ring, leading to discomfort or injury.

Since cock rings restrict blood flow, they will give your penis a slightly enlarged look, which will make your veins pop and may cause the penis to look a little more red than usual.

However, if your penis looks much darker than usual or the cock ring feels uncomfortable, you should remove the ring and get a different size. While it’s okay if the cock ring feels tight, you don’t want to feel uncomfortable, and you don’t want to be in pain. Sex should be comfortable!

If your penis visibly narrows where the cock ring sits, you have a cock ring that is too small. Similarly, if your penis has a bluish color, that probably means the cock ring is too tight and it needs to come off now. Remove it immediately and try a larger size or stretchier ring. 

Lube, Lube, Lube

Just like with any sexual activity, you can’t go wrong with lube. In fact, there really isn’t a thing as too much lube. The same goes when using a cock ring.

While you are putting on a cock ring, you should put lube on the shaft of your penis (or dildo) as well as on the inside of your cock ring. This will ensure that the cock ring slides on easily. 

Once again, the best choice for lube is going to be a thick, water-based lube. This will reduce the amount of times you need to re-apply the lube. Since it is water-based, it will also prevent any stains on clothing or bed sheets. 

Most importantly, water-based lubes won’t deteriorate the silicone cock ring like silicone-based lubes could. The best bet is the Ride Water Based Lube — it checks all of the boxes above!

When To Use a Cock Ring

If you are using a cock ring on a dildo, you don’t need to worry about when to put it on. However, if you use a cock ring on a penis, you want to time it correctly. 

The most important thing to remember is to put the cock ring on a penis before the penis is fully erect. It may be difficult or uncomfortable if you try to put it on a fully erect penis (even with lube). The best time to put on a cock ring is when the penis is just semi-erect. 

The preferred timing may differ from person to person, so it could take some trial and error to find out what works best for you. The cock ring should be placed at the base of your penis, even if you are wearing a condom. 

If you are wearing a cock ring that goes over the balls, be gentle as you put it on. Slide the ring down your shaft, then gently put each testicle through the ring one at a time. 

As a reminder, the cock ring should be tight but not uncomfortable or painful. If your partner is putting on a cock ring, you should check in with them to make sure it feels okay.

Length of Wear

It’s also important to check the clock whenever you put a cock ring on. It’s not recommended to wear a cock ring for more than 20 to 30 minutes because it can become painful or even dangerous if worn for more time than that. Cutting off the blood flow could cause unwanted consequences like tissue damage. 

While removing the cock ring, you will want to reapply lube and be gentle. It shouldn’t take too much pulling or tugging to take it off, so using however much lube will allow it to slide off easily. 

Other Safety Tips

Although cock rings are a safe sex toy, some people might want to be cautious when considering incorporating cock rings into their sex life.

• If you are taking blood-thinning medication or have any sort of blood disease, you might want to stay away from cock rings entirely or talk to a doctor first. 

  

• If you have an existing penile injury, consult your doctor before trying a cock ring out.
• If you are sore in your groin or genital area, using a cock ring might worsen the irritation and discomfort — consult with a doctor.

At the end of the day, if you are nervous about any conditions you have, ask your doctor if using a cock ring is safe.

Care and Cleaning

It’s important to take care of your sex toys and make sure they are clean before use. Sex toys can transmit STIs or bacteria if they are not cleaned properly. If you are looking for a quick solution, you can use water and mild dish soap to get the job done. However, for cock rings that vibrate, submerging them in water may be damaging. 

We recommend the Wicked Foam Sex Toy Cleanser or UV sterilizer bag. These are two great ways to sufficiently clean your cock ring without submerging it in water and risk damaging or breaking it. 

The foam cleanser is safe for all toy materials and anti-bacterial, and even eliminates harmful germs and bacteria. The UV sterilizer bag kills 99.9% of all germs that may cause infection and disease in three minutes flat. It also doubles as a storage case for your toys! 

The Cock Ring We Recommend

We’ve talked about many features that you will want to find in an ideal cock ring. You want it to be flexible to fit any size of penis, made of silicone for flexibility and safety, vibrating for extra stimulation, designed to stimulate a penis and a clitoris, affordable, and durable. 

Well, we have the perfect answer for you! MOBY, the vibrating pleasure ring, checks all these boxes and more! MOBY is easy to secure and comfortable to use. It has nine different vibration modes, which allow you to enjoy a range of stimulation so you can maximize your orgasms. 

The Vulcan Vibrating Prostate Plug also comes with two flexible scrotum rings that function as a cock harness. One fits snugly around the penis, while the other wraps around the scrotum, leading to strong, longer, erections, and delayed climax. 

Conclusion

Cock rings can be helpful for many reasons, but they are also just a fun way to spice up your life in the bedroom! Whether you are using them for larger erections, stimulating the clitoris, or being a reliable, versatile toy during hand jobs. 

While cock rings are generally safe, you want to be cautious while putting them on or taking them off. Also, watch out for signs of discomfort — using a cock ring should bring you nothing but pleasure! 

It may take a few times to figure out when to put it on, when to take it off, and how you like it to be used. However, the best way to figure out what you like is to keep trying it out. The more you know what you like, the better you can communicate with your partner, which will usually lead to a better, more intense O! 

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Erectile dysfunction - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

Erection Ejaculation: How It Occurs

What's the best way to clean sex toys? | Health Promotion | Brown University