The Snake of Paradise is my first glass toy. While shopping, I was surprised by the low price for such a gorgeous glass dildo. When I previewed at it in the “View Actual Size” window, I’ll admit I wasn’t that impressed. My larger silicone dildo has a far more bulbous head and thicker shaft. I was worried that this dildo wouldn’t have what it takes to make me howl with pleasure.

I was so wrong.

When the Snake of Paradise arrived in the mail, I tore it out of the package, eager to hold this smooth, undulating creature in my hands for the first time. It was heavy, cold, and bumpy in a good way. I noticed tiny bubbles in the bumps, and admired its design. I figured if it didn’t please me, at least it would make me happy to look at it.

Upon first using the Snake, I discovered that glass dildos are an entirely different breed than those made of silicone. It didn’t need as much lube to feel slick on my skin. It felt pleasantly cool on the outside of my labia, and even colder as I eased it in for the first time. I tried sliding it further inside myself, as I would with my silicone dildo, and immediately discovered (not surprisingly!) that glass doesn’t bend. I brought myself to a decent, but not incredible, orgasm, and was a little sore afterward. If you’re worried about it being too big, use the smaller end until you feel comfortable inserting the head.

Subsequent uses were much easier, much more fun, and gave me hard, amazing orgasms. I used the unyielding material to my advantage, “stirring” the Snake around in myself and probing areas very directly and precisely that I could only nudge or bump with my more flexible toys. I could attain more angles than with flexible toys, while still feeling very pleasantly full. I especially enjoy rotating the toy while it’s in me – those curves and nubs stimulate many different parts of me at the same time! The glass toy got hot inside me, and felt great sliding around. I’ve had problems with toys “sticking” or rubbing uncomfortably on the outside of my lips when I play, so I loved that the Snake of Paradise felt smooth and slippery.

That brings me to my one criticism of this toy: It slips out of my hand a little too much to ignore. It’s not that big of a deal, but it was new to me, and it might be annoying to you. The orgasms this awesome toy gives me are well worth a little slipping here and there.

As far as partner use is concerned, if you and your partner haven’t used unyielding toys before, I recommend you proceed with caution. My guy, while well-meaning, jabbed me with the toy only a few times before I had to stop him and take over. I wasn’t so much in pain as I was surprised at just how hard the toy felt against my tender tissues. Since then, with some communication and practice, we have had some very good times with the Snake of Paradise. So, if it’s difficult at first, keep trying! It’ll be worth the effort!

The Snake of Paradise cleans up easily with soap and water. Be careful when washing it, as it gets a little more slippery than some other toys and might slip out of your hands more easily because of its weight. If you’re into temperature play, you can set the toy in warm or cool water before using it, but don’t put it in the freezer or the microwave. I only use water based lubes, but glass is also compatible with silicone and oil based lubes.

I needed a little time to get used to this toy, but people who have experience with rigid dildos shouldn’t have a problem with it. The nubs are an enjoyable texture addition to an already beautifully designed dildo. This toy feels like it means business, and in this instance, you should mix business with pleasure, because the Snake of Paradise has tons of pleasure to offer.

08/21/09 - The Snake is still seeing a good bit of action these days. I love this toy even more than when I first got it, because now I can use it without worrying about hurting myself. Great g-spotting fun, and still wonderful overall for that firm full feeling.

The slipping issues (when the toy has lube on it) have decreased, which I should have expected. With more experience, I've gotten used to how to control the toy, even when it's slick. The Snake is still worth a solid five out of five.