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The Loa is made of TPR, and in this instance that TPR is pretty stiff and plastic like - not 'mushy' like it can be in some TPR toys. This works well for the balls, at it makes them smooth and easily slicked up for insertion, and the 'neck' between the balls is thin and flexible enough to easily accommodate a full range of bending between the toys. However, the 'tail' of the toy doesn't feel so super-duper because of the stiffness of the material - it's not *bad* per se, or irritating to tissues (at least to me), but it does make the tail feel rather 'present'...as in, you're well aware it's there and it's stiff, unlike normal vaginal balls which just feature an inconsequential retrieval string. And while I do not have a cock, I find it very hard to believe that the stiff 'ring' on the tail of the Loa could work as a cock ring because the material is just not appropriate.
On another note, I find it very disappointing that this toy is not made from silicone, because it is being marketed as a crossover anal/vaginal toy. Sanitization after (condom-free) anal use is a must, and TPR cannot be fully sanitized as it is somewhat porous.
Unlike most kegel-cising balls out there in sex toy land, the two beads that Loa is made of are connected off center, such that Loa can easily adapt a relaxed bend when slid into place in a waiting orifice. This is particularly relevant if you wish to use Loa as anal beads, as it makes the toy feel quite natural when worn. I have already noted my qualms with the material, but I would like to emphasize that the 'retrieval tail' is rather stiff and unyielding and while this is beneficial in terms of preventing Loa from going missing on an anal adventure, it's a little less soothing on the sensitive tissue around the anus.
Loa's beads are very jiggly, and their jiggly-ness translates into low level vibrations when in place in the body. Loa rattles quite satisfyingly during most intense activity, and actually feels pretty darned cool when used anally during vaginal intercourse, because the beads act to massage the penetrating penis through the perineum. Despite my qualms about the material, these beads are actually fairly outstanding.
Wash Loa in warm soapy water for storage and keep it away from really soft TPR toys to avoid color transfer from Loa's dark pigmentation. Stay away from silicone and oil based lubes - or rather, do a spot test to begin with if you absolutely must use something slipperier than water based lube. And of course, if using this toy both vaginally and anally, be sure to sheath Loa in a fresh condom before use, just to prevent cross contamination. Same goes for sharing with a friend.
I was unable to really extensively test out Loa for this review because of sudden and unwelcome Dr's orders, so I feel it important to disclose that I barely tried out Loa vaginally, so cannot really comment on long term comfort of defectiveness compared to smartballs, luna beads and the like. I will report in a follow up review when I can...
Comments
I guess it is ok.
Love the green!
:/
pretty!
I just got the Intensity, but I think I want these too, for "Going Out"
Nice
kool
sweet
Want!
I like the loop on these ones, seems like it'd be good for easy removal.
Really good price on the green ones right now! I might order it
Really good price for these now...
these are great
I like these!
looks cute
looks like fun!
sing to me
doesn't it sort of look like frowny faces ? lol
Looks cool
Like the design and colour
These are a strange shape, but I looove the pretty design!
How pretty
nice
like the shape
like the color
so these are for wearing during the day?
Very pretty
Very pretty design on these! Love both colors.
These are so pretty.
These are so pretty and look like a great shape for this purpose. Wishlisting!
these are pretty
cute
Nice
Love the swirling design.
They're really pretty, but TPR isn't ideal
I love both colors - I can't decide which I want.
oh wow, in green now too?
Wishlist by far. I love them.
wish there was a review!
I really should order me one...... in greeeeen!
They look cute, but I'd prefer if they were made of silicone.
They come in GREEN! Wishlisted!
I love the design
Now they're in green?! Ugh! Why didn't I wait?!
they remind me of yogurt blend... don't know why
Very cute, but silicone would have been better.
very nice design
Just ordered these!
They should make these in a sparkly crimson color. I bet they'd look awesome. Anyways I'm not too crazy about the designs on them, they look like sad faces and for some reason that bugs me. . . I like the purple pouch though.
interesting concept
working on a review, they're awesome though and work.
very very cute
Love the colors!
Really love the design!
So cute - I wish more toys had cute and whimsical designs
Very interesting! Like the way the design looks!
Love love LOVE it!
Come on reviews! I want to see how this one works!
Great set!
Interesting design... very nice!
just got mine for review today, haven't tried them, though they still come with all the extras (though the 'penis ring' must just be in reference to the hole on the tail' thats' TPR not silicone), despite one of the comments.. they're lovely, larger than id expected.
Got these for review Saturday. Disappointing in a few ways, but I still need to try them out thoroughly before I rate them.
This is gorgeous!
Probably the best looking exercisers I've seen.
I can't wait until there are some reviews! I don't know much about vaginal exercisers so I would want some more information on this product before buying it.
I love the bass clef.
Wish these were silicone, but I guess it wouldn't be as sturdy for anal play that way. I have been wanting to try some kegal exercisers anally, but the retrieval cords seems too flimsy. The base on this is kinda scary though. I'm getting these to review, so I guess we shall see it goes!
Aw, cute! My inner music geek approves.
These are cute.
nice looking
yaaa on the bass clefs i tink
are those bass clefs?
Very pretty, might go for these over the ben wa balls
very pretty
Pretty
Want these for my 1st kegel balls
Even though it looks like they have sad faces on them, I still want them! I have yet to try a close2you product. Such a shame I missed the great packaging, though.
Good thing the category changed!
On the Close2You site they're listed as vaginal OR anal balls, so I think that Eden just made a call! I'd buy them as vaginal myself!
Love these! And no more packaging? Wow, I'm glad I got the three toys I did in the awesome packaging when I did then.
I agree with Antipova, these definitely look like vaginal balls...
Funny that these got put in the butt plug category, I would have thought they looked like vag balls.
No more wonderful packaging :(