These anal beads are perfect for a beginner. The size and shape of the beads is perfect for easily gliding in and out. They are small enough to comfortably slide in, and soft enough to do so without any jabbing. I had never used anal beads before using these, and was extremely surprised at how comfortable they were, even when (almost) fully inserted.

They might be a little too good, though.. just be careful not to put the last bead inside because it can be difficult to retrieve! I speak from experience! Since these beads do not have any way to retrieve them if the final bead is inserted, it can ruin the fun. It didn't hurt at all when they were stuck up there, but after removal, it was extremely painful.

Aside from that, they also feel great when used in the vagina during foreplay. Just make sure to ALWAYS clean the beads after every use, as Urinary Tract Infections happen when feces enter the vagina. My boyfriend and I also used them in my pussy while having sex, which felt awesome.. just be a bit gentler if you choose to use them that way, or both partners will likely feel a bit sore. They are great to use in the ass during sex, and create a really tight feeling for both partners. They are also great for masturbation because they are so flexible, whether they are used in the ass or the vagina.

They are also a great warm-up for anal sex. Slide these guys in and out a couple of times and -voila!- instantly relaxed and ready to go!

Very easy to clean, but they need to be cleaned very thoroughly.. the surface of the beads is very porous and breeds bacteria if not cleaned often and fully. I recommend washing them with warm water and rinsing very well, followed by a standard toy cleaner.

After reading the comments posted, I wanted to clear up some gray areas of my review.

The purple jelly anal beads are made of a component called poly vinyl chloride, which, unlike silicone cannot be fully sterilized, so DO NOT boil them in water. These should not be shared unless used with a condom, and I recommended before, clean them using warm water followed by a toy cleaner. Don't using any strong soaps while cleaning them, and store them in a cool, dark place after use.

These anal beads are 11" long, and the largest bead is 3" in circumference. Like I stated in my initial review, just be VERY careful that you do not insert the last bead fully.. although they are pretty long, they can easily get stuck.. pretty far up! (Mine got stuck about 3 inches in, and had managed to curve a bit, so retrieving them took a great deal of hard work, and time!)

Also, use water or silicone based lubricant with these anal beads.

If you have any other questions, feel free to ask! I don't mind doing some more research...