The only way I can see to use these beads is in the way they are intended for, anal use. I think that anyone can use these. This was the first anal toy I had ever tried and I liked them. These can/will maximize your orgasm when slowly pulled out while at the top of your climax. I definitely would suggest using a small amount of a good lube with them. No need to apply the lube to the bears itself that could get kinda messy. I have found it best to apply a nice amount to ass opening wit my finger tip then slowly slide them in one by one (you must relax). The nice thing about the beads is, there is no need to put the whole strand in until you are used to them.

They are kind of slick and made of PVC. A huge plus is that they are Phthalates free. They are smooth and there is not that horrible seam that some beads have. These are a little more stiff than some beads out there, however, that can be a plus when inserting them.

As far as anal beads go these follow the normal shape. I do like that the flat round handle does not get in the way and is easy to get a hold of. Even if your hands are slippery, you can still hook your finger in through the loop. As far as size, I think the beads are a comfortable fit even for beginners. If you are more experienced in anal play these beads may be a bit on the smaller side for you. This toy can be hidden easily during travel, they are bendable and can even be kept in your purse or overnight bag. If you do plan on traveling with these I would suggest putting them in a clean toy bag so that nothing gets on them.
Length: 9.5"
Insertable length: 8"
Circumference: 2.75"
Diameter: .75"
Weight: 0.8 oz

I like that even as a beginner you can use these. There is different size beads so it can fit each person to their liking. I like the fact that if wanted you can wear the, as a plug all day for anal training. The flat round handle is nice for extended wear. Some plugs have a huge handle that can be very uncomfortable on ass cheeks.

You can use a toy cleaner on them they should also be cleaned with warm water and antibacterial soap. They have a high heat stability, so you could also quickly boil them to remove any odor they may have. I suggest promptly cleaning, thoroughly drying and storing in a clean dry place. It is safe to use water and silicone based lubes on these beads.

The package was just a basic one that can not be reused once opened.

I personally liked this set of beads as my first set.