Normally I get grossed out if a partner does anything more than grab my butt, and up until recently I cringed at the ideal of anal play. But a few weeks ago my curiosity got the best of me and I ordered the "Key to your butt" plug, which successfully unlocked my door to the world of anal play.

Admittedly the name is silly, but the toy serves its purpose in being an introductory toy for anal newbies. I wasn't too sure what to expect when I first used it, but was quite content when it slid smoothly up my bum and sat still for a long time. It's the ideal size for newcomers, about 5 1/2 inches long altogether with 4 inches being insertable. Looking at it now it almost looks like a oversize, flexible red Christmas light. I'm pretty sure that will leave me giggling to myself when I start to put up Christmas lights this December.

I tugged on the pull ring base for a while and found that it works nicely for light anal probing. It would probably feel boring for people who are experienced with back door action, but for newcomers it will feel great and comfortable. Unless you're on your feet all day this probably isn't one of those things you can wear discreetly while going about your day. I tried to sit down while wearing it and it slid out before my butt hit the chair.

The key to your butt is made of porous PVC material, which means it can't be properly sterilized after every use. For cleaning just wash it thoroughly with warm soap and water after each use, then dry it manually or let it air dry. You can also use antibacterial toy spray for good measure. Since it can't be sterilized make sure it's used for only one butt, but if you're strongly compelled to share it make sure you use a condom. Admittedly the only ones that would fit it well are probably those tiny gag gift condoms at Spencer's, but whatever works.

Make sure that the lube you use with it is either water or silicone based, and that you don't use too much lube because it might fall out of your bum. The toy is water resistant, but I'm not sure if using it in the shower would be the best idea since it is porous and not waterproof. I'm not sure if it really needs to be stored separately, but I keep mine in a small mesh pouch.

In the end the key to your butt is a no-frills, solid toy that fills its silly pun purpose- unlocking your door to the world of anal play.