This is a cute take on a traditional crop made for teasing and smacking your partner on a body part of your choosing. Crops are used in BDSM or for foreplay to heat things up in the bedroom or at a play party. They can be used for punishment or pleasure, or even teasing your partner. This particular crop is great for light play and can be used on the breasts, buttocks or thighs for a nice slapping sensation. It's a great choice for beginners, as the product is not too intense, and makes this the perfect introductory toy to this kind of play.

When playing, you and your partner should always have a safe word or hand gesture in order to ensure safety. Pain level tolerances obviously vary, so test things out as you go along. This product can leave welts, so be sure that you are okay with this beforehand, or if you can tolerate the amount of force it takes to leave welts with this crop. Always practice safety first, even in the bedroom.

The design of the crop is like most, it's a long slender handle, with a flared tip for striking. In this case, the tip is heart-shaped and is made from pure silicone. The silicone is silky to the touch and has a matte finish. It's thick enough that it creates a nice sensation but thin enough to be flexible when wielded. The handle also has a silicone grip, with a ring on the end that has a ball-chain loop on it. The loop is much like a key chain, and the ring holding the chain looks kind of flimsy.

It is a lightweight crop, and the handle and shaft of the crop seem to be made of sturdy, hollow plastic. The plastic is yielding when swung, but is not completely flexible, and may snap with too much pressure on it. This is a great option for vegan users, as there are no animal products present with the crop. Beginners will love this minimal and simple style, as it is pretty easy to handle. The crop is 16 inches overall, and the heart-shaped tip is 2-1/2 inches in width.

The crop doesn't have any scent to the surface, and the silicone is easy to clean. The craftsmanship overall is well-done, but it could be made sturdier to withstand heavier hands.

The crop leaves marks if you use it heavier on your partner, and that's the intended purpose we were using this toy for. My partner and I wanted to see if it would leave heart-shaped welts on her bottom, and it most certainly did the job. Ranging from a light tap to a heavier slap, this crop actually works really well for a toy designed more toward beginners. It creates a lovely stinging sensation and feels great when used on the thighs or breasts, leaving those sensitive areas throbbing in pleasure. After punishing your partner, you can also use the smooth silicone to soothe them, rubbing that silky material over fresh welts creates a toe-curling sensation for your partner to relish in.

It was very easy to wield and easy to go overboard with how lightweight this toy is and how well it swings. The crop is perfect for any level user, and we definitely enjoyed trying this crop out in our bedroom.

After use, the crop is very simple and easy to clean. You can clean it by spraying a toy cleaner on the surface and wiping it down, or you can wipe it down with a toy wipe. If fluids were involved, the crop could be cleaned with warm soapy water, or a 10% bleach (90% water) solution. Be sure to rinse the toy's surface thoroughly to remove any excess soap or bleach. Allow the crop to air dry, or wipe it down with a towel or lint-free cloth.

Store the crop in a cool, dry area out of direct sunlight. If you'd like, you can hang the crop using the ball-chain loop on the end of the handle. It can be easily hung in the closet or stored flat in a drawer. Do not try to bend the crop, as it will most likely break under pressure.