SSA Glass has taken the ordinary bulb-shaped butt plug to glamorous heights by using colored glass for the material. This is a moderately sized plug, great for the average user - the smooth glass makes for easy insertion, while the weight and size provide a great feeling of fullness.

This plug is meant for anal use, either as foreplay, during masturbation or sex with a partner. The size of the flared base is small enough so it doesn't get in the way of any other intimate acts, but may be too small for the comfort of some users. Your own personal judgment is the best here.

The violet ripple is made entirely out of glass, which is well known for it's absolute firmness, non-porous and hypoallergenic nature, and ease of cleaning. There are no seams, ridges or odors. While glass is generally fragile, this is made out of tempered Pyrex glass, and is both shatter- and crack-resistant. However, it does require a little bit of care, and one should always examine the toy before use for any cracks or chips.

The plug is a very classic tapered design, with an extended neck and small flared base. The bulbed part of the plug is the largest and heaviest part of the toy; it has a rounded tip that allows for easy insertion, and gradually increases to a diameter of about 1.5 inches. The neck is approximately 1.5 inches in length, allowing a lot of variety for how deep you prefer the plug to sit.

The base is the most controversial part of this toy. It is not as wide as the widest part of the toy, so for some this may be a concern that it could slip inside. However, I didn't find this to be an issue for me because of the rigid material and long neck. The base is flat with rounded edges, and comfortable to wear in any position.

The length of the plug combined with its gradually increasing diameter allow the user to insert the plug at their own leisure, whether that is a slow progression or quickly slipping it in. With adequate lubrication, insertion is easy for the average user, and should provide very little resistance.

Glass is a great material for temperature play, and can be placed in cold or warm water for added sensation. If vibration is something you enjoy in your plugs, this is an excellent toy for that. When inserted, placing a bullet or other vibrator on the base provides great vibrations through the entire length of the plug.

The Pink Ripple is very easy to care for and can be cleaned with warm soap and water, boiled on the stove or placed in the top rack of your dishwasher. A bleach solution may also be used for sterilization. Care should be taken to not drop this toy, and always store it in the provided satin-lined cloth pouch. If using this toy for temperature play, avoid dramatic temperature changes, as this may crack the glass.

All types of lubricant are safe to use with this toy.

This was my first glass plug, and made me understand why glass is so highly regarded with many people. The weight, smoothness and easy maintenance are all very desirable attributes. With a toy of this size it took me a while to insert, due to me being more of a novice in plug use, but after it was in it was extremely comfortable to wear. Personally, I was never concerned about the flared base not being wide enough, because the length of the toy itself allowed it to not slip in. I loved the smaller base because it did allow me to use other toys vaginally, and would be comfortable during penetration with a partner. When a bullet is added to the equation, both the internal and external vibrations are divine.