How Not to Use a Cock Ring
We talk a lot about how best to use certain sex toys, like cock rings. Why? Because when you use the right technique, you have a better experience. But some people learn best by knowing what not to do instead. When it comes to sliding on a cock ring, there are definitely some things to avoid.
If you’ve ever thought a cock ring just didn’t work for you, it might be because you did one of these things.
Estimate the Size
Don’t say you’ve never measured your penis. Most guys have, and it’s okay. In fact, when you want to buy a new cock ring, you need to know your exact size. Estimating your penis girth leads to too small or too big cock rings. Either way, you’re in for an unpleasant experience. When your ring is too small, it can cause pain, numbness, tingling, and be difficult to remove. When it’s too big, you don’t get the squeeze you want, leading you to think cock rings don’t work for you.
Avoid Lube
“I don’t need lube for anything!” Are there some sex toys you can use without lube? Sure. But cock rings aren’t one of them. Not only does it make sliding the ring on and off more comfortable, but lube also reduces friction that can lead to painful sex. If you like the equivalent of a rug burn on your dick, great, but for most guys, that’s a big no. Lube up and your cock ring will feel more comfortable.
Ignore the Hair Down There
Not all guys have a wild bush growing on their groin, but if you do, a stretchy cock ring can cause a not-so-good kind of pain. Right when you want it least. No one says you have to bare it all unless you want to. But at least trim your pubes a bit to reduce the pinch, pull, and pain of hair caught in a cock ring. Unless it’s a kink of yours, there’s a good chance you’d rather not feel a sting on your groin during sex.
Wear it All Night
We cannot emphasize this enough: never wear your cock ring all night. That’s how you end up in the emergency room trying to explain why your junk has swollen so badly and having scissors come way too close to your penis. Wear your cock ring during sex and until you grow flaccid (although with a stretchy cock ring, your erection doesn’t matter so much). But take it off within 20 minutes or so after you have sex, and don’t let yourself fall asleep with it on.
Put It On After You’re Hard
Technically, you can put a cock ring on after you get hard — as long as it’s a stretchy ring. But it’s not easy, and it’s not going to do it’s main job as well if you do. Cock rings are designed to trap the blood flow in your penis, keeping you harder longer. If you slide it on (with lube!) while you’re soft, you’ll maintain your erection longer once you get hard. And it goes on easier. Also, if you use a metal cock ring, you’ll never get it on once you’re erect.
Never Try Different Styles
There’s nothing wrong with knowing what you like and sticking with a clear preference. But cock rings aren’t all the same, no matter what you’ve been told. There are multiple styles and different materials to choose from. If you’re willing to explore or you’re not as excited about your old cock ring, it may be time to branch out a bit and try something new. Even if you don’t love it as much as your OG of cock rings, at least you’ll know you’re not missing anything and can say you’ve tried something new.
Conclusion
When you use any sex toy, including a cock ring, as its intended and with a few best practices in mind, you have a better experience with it — and more pleasure. Cock rings aren’t as scary as some people believe, although there are very real risks if you use them incorrectly. Learn what to do and what not to do with your cock ring, and it’ll work for you every time you decide to put it on.