My first experience playing with a glass sex toy was with a previous partner, who owned a spiral glass butt plug. I thought it looked high-class and wanted to find out for myself how a glass dildo would feel. Before I had the chance to purchase one, I happened to come across a documentary on a well-known cable network, where glass aficionados proudly and visibly displayed throughout their homes their beautifully hand-blown, customized toys. Many of these "pieces of art" ran upwards of $150! The sticker shock alone initially postponed my search, but after after a bit of window shopping, I came across the very reasonably-priced Lucid Heart by WHK GmbH. It's a good entry-level tempered glass toy for anyone who is curious about the feel of glass but isn't ready to invest serious *dildough* (my new favorite word!) in one. It can be used to massage the female g-spot, or for the more adventurous, it can be used anally as well.

FIRST IMPRESSIONS:
I've owned this piece for a couple years now, so I no longer have the original packaging, but I believe it came in a clear blister package. The toy is a bit on the heavy side, weighing in at approximately 7.7 oz, but it can be carried discreetly in the included drawstring storage pouch. One nice thing about glass is that is has no odor, no taste and is extremely safe, unless you are going to use it to subdue a burglar, then it could dangerous! Also, be careful so you don't chip a tooth if you are practicing your oral skills on this toy. So long as you don't drop it on a hard surface, such as a tile floor, it will last a lifetime.

DESIGN AND USE:
This 7 inch-long toy gets its name from the open-heart shape on one end, which doubles as a handle. At the other end of a slightly-curved, smoothly-polished shaft(4-3/4" insertable length), is a generously-sized bulbous head, which I presume is supposed to mimic that of a real penis, with its intended target being the female g-spot. The only challenge to using it anally and for prostate stimulation might be its big rounded head, so anal virgins or the less courageous may want to avoid using it in the back door altogether.

PROPERTIES, CARE & CLEANING
Tempered glass does have several advantages:
#1-Extremely safe for those with known sensitivities to synthetic, porous materials.
#2-You can use your preferred lube. A little makes this toy very slick, so don't overdo it.
#3-It's waterproof, so you can play with it anywhere.
#4-It's simple and long-lasting when cared for properly. You don't have to deal with batteries, faulty control panels, or tangled cords.
#5-Clean-up is very easy and fast with warm-soapy water or anti-bacterial toy cleaners/sprays/wipes. It can also be sanitized with bleach or in boiling water.
#6-Extra sensations can be added through temperature play, whether by immersing it in a pot of hot water, microwaving it in small increments until it reaches a desirable temperature, or by chilling it in the refrigerator. Warming it up didn't make a much of a difference to me, as it didn't change the fact that it was still as hard as a rock. Besides, I don't like to take extra steps at playtime. I want to grab a clean toy and get busy, not run down to the kitchen and prep it.

I was hoping I would like the Lucid Heart much more than I did. It wasn't terrible, but as a g-spot stimulator, it left me feeling "broken-hearted". It's certainly a well-made toy, but I prefer something softer and more pliable for vaginal use, so I'm not reminded of my annual pelvic exam any more than necessary. Anally, it performed much better for me, as it's easier for me to slide something firmer in the ass. Anyhow, give it a try, at least you won't be out a hundred or more bucks, and, you can always recycle it!

Currently, my main purpose for this toy is that of a paperweight. Occasionally I slip in in my back door, but I am going to look for a smaller glass buttplug in the future. Never did I even come close to having a vaginal orgasm with this toy, even having warmed it up, used it with vibrating clitoral stimulation, etc..

Just the other day, my husband was going through my toy collection, when he spotted this one. He commented on how he would like to try a glass toy. I told him to get his butt in gear and start earning them himself as a contributor!

Yeah, my Lucid heart is still serving its purpose of paperweight and webcam holder. Poor baby. I can't part with it though because it does these jobs very well and is so pretty. I have, however, started to eye some other glass toys that I'll consider for myself. This one just didn't do anything for me.