Silicone crystal cote butt plug - butt plug discontinued by Cal Exotics - review by SexyLilPixi

This little guy is pretty different looking from most other plugs, and by looking at it one might think it's made of glass or some hard, smooth, non-pliable plastic, if one doesn't know the details of what it's made of, or isn't familiar with TPR Silicone that is.

The plug starts off very slim at the top and gradually progresses to a maximum width of 3" in circumference at the bottom, which is just perfect for a beginner. It's almost hard to explain the perfection of the shape and size here. It's that perfect! The diameter at its widest point is 1", and it is 3 1/2" in insertable length and 4" in total length. It actually seems a bit bigger than the actual size pictures on the site here. Looking at it lying next to it right now, it is almost the same length of my iPhone, but about 1/4" less, if that helps you get a better idea of the size.

A clear, very flexible TPR silicone encases the entire thing, and inside of that (the black/red portion) the silicone is just a TAD more rigid, and I believe the purpose of this is to keep it the most flexible at the tip, but to give it more sturdiness and stability the further it flares out, which works very nicely for easing it in with comfort while also keeping it firm the deeper you go.

Because it is made of a rubber compound, TPR silicone can sometimes have a very rubbery feel with a lot of drag, and this is no exception! That is the one con I can think of with this plug. I'd like a little more smoothness in it for an anal toy. Though, I guess this amount of drag does help you ease it in more slowly and cautiously whereas something smoother may slip in quicker. Maybe it's not such a con after all, but rather probably another feature that makes it great for a beginner. It also works well for thrusting, even if you're very tight, regardless of the amount of drag. Just be sure to use a generous amount of lubricant for maximum comfort and ease of motion.

You don't want to use a silicone-based lubricant with this plug because it is a silicone-based toy. I use water-based, and while you most certainly can use an oil-based lubricant with this as well, I personally refrain from using oil-based lubes internally due to being informed that they don't flush from the body as efficiently as water or silicone-based lubricants do.

It has a widely flared, circular suction cup base, and there is a little bit of a method to get the suction cup to stay. Its material does make it a lint magnet, though, so it's something you're gonna want to clean before each use as well as after.

Cleaning is a breeze due to the fact there is no motor or battery compartment, so you just rinse it really well with warm water and mild soap or antibacterial toy cleaner. I don't think it's considered mild, but I always use antibacterial dish soap on all my toys when using soap, and it's always worked like a charm and never irritated my skin or my toys. Unfortunately, because of the rubber compound, TPR silicone cannot be sterilized like 100% silicone, so I wouldn't try to boil this baby.

Now, I don't use plugs for active long term wear. I got this to add some extra stimulation and fullness to the fun of masturbation and sex. Therefore, the one thing this review won't be able to tell is if this is a good plug for comfortably leaving in and wearing throughout your daily duties. I would imagine that this particular plug would be slightly too big and uncomfortable for that, along with its rather wide and thick base. I can tell you that it is awesome and perfect for the beginner who wants to explore anal play a bit more and bring some added stimulation into the mix of a solo or couples session.

Even though I wish I had gone with a smaller plug, that's not the issue I have with this one. It's really the amount of drag and that rubbery feel to this plug that I'm not crazy about. I'll be looking into a material with more smoothness for my next plug, such as glass or another material that doesn't have as much drag.