The Ultimate Guide to Clitoral Suction
Before we get stuck into our comprehensive guide – these are our top picks of sex toys which absolutely SUCK (in the best way possible)
1. Start Here!
Jasmine
If clit suction was a game of snakes and ladders, Jasmine would be your START HERE point! Perfect for beginners and sex toy connoisseurs alike. Just read the reviews – IT IS LOVED.
2. Best for dual stimulation.
Camphor
Want a bit of extra something something served with your clitoral suction. That’s cool! Try Camphor for size. Camphor is essentially a rabbit dildo which has swapped out the vibrating bunny ears for a clitoral suction cup. Dreamy!
3. Best licking suction sex toy.
Verbena
What in gods name is this creation!? So you’re telling me this thing sucks your clit towards a licking and flicking ‘tongue’ type gizmo? Take my money.
There’s more nerve endings in the clitoris than there are fish in the sea. Well, not quite. But there are eight thousand. And 8000 is quite a lot of nerve endings when you consider the fact that the head of a penis has merely half of that amount. The pleasure that can be achieved via the clit is boundless, which explains why there’s a whole bunch of toys on the market designed specifically to stimulate that exact area. Just when we thought we’d seen it all, clitoral suction toys came to our attention.
At first glance we were skeptical, since it was brand new technology in the very established sex toy industry. But then we tried it. And we never looked back.
What is Clitoral Suction? And how does it work?
Clitoral suction is a feature found in some sex toys, which offers a sucking sensation to stimulate the clit. These toys can also be known as clitoral suction vibrators, clit suckers, and clitoral sucking toys. They usually have a small hole-like “suction cup” intended to be placed over the clitoris. The suction cup is intended to surround the tip of the clit, rather than touching it directly like a traditional vibrator would. It’s pretty cool.
In the depth of the suction cup, there’s a pulsating motor which creates pulses of air and generates the suction effect. The tingling sucking sensation then envelops the tip of the clitoris and leads to a very unique and incredibly intense pleasure that can’t be imitated by toys without this feature. Many clitoral suction toys also sport an additional vibration setting, which is a win-win if you ask us.
Types of Clitoral Suction Toys
Classic Clitoral Suction Toys: The OG clit suction toys, where the main attraction is clitoral suction. These are usually relatively small in size and often have a handle for ease of use, although they can also come in various novelty shapes such as roses and hearts. They often have a separate vibration setting, but not always.
Dual Stimulation Clitoral Suction Toys: These toys include a clitoral suction feature alongside an internal G-spot stimulating element and are designed to pleasure both erogenous zones simultaneously.
Licking Clitoral Suction Toys: Yes, you read that right, LICKING clitoral suction toys. A combination of clitoral sucking technology and a silicone flickering tongue-like component to tease the clitoris and add an additional layer of sensation and delight.
How to use a Clitoral Suction Toy
Clit suckers can be a little intimidating to the untrained eye and some people might avoid them because they may feel they don’t look familiar or intuitive. We’re going to give you a hand on exactly how to use them, so that when it comes down to it you’ll feel nice and confident and will be able to lean into your enjoyment.
1. Relax and get in the mood
As with any sexual activity, relaxing and getting in the mood is a key step. Whether it’s watching some porn to get yourself going, having a hot make-out sesh with your partner(s) to heat up the loins, or maybe you’re randomly already feeling turned on on a Tuesday afternoon and have the urge to masturbate.
2. Lube up
We never stop talking about lube around here, because it’s SO important. Apply anything between a drop and a dollop of lube to your clit and the surrounding area before diving straight in with the toy.
When using toys, and with sex and masturbation in general, adding a healthy helping of personal lubricant reduces friction, increases comfort, prevents dryness, and elevates pleasure. Water-based lube is our recommendation because it’s compatible with both silicone (which is what clitoral suction toys are usually made with) and condoms. Oil-based lube can degrade condoms and silicone-based lube can degrade and damage your silicone sex toys.
Of course, our favorite water-based lubricant is Simply Lube. Which is a vegan, cruelty-free, and kind to your skin personal lubricant, btw! And we’re not even biased, it’s just really, really good. Simply Lube is made with 99.2% organic ingredients and comes in a compostable bottle (so that you can fuck yourself without fucking the planet!) and it comes in two gorgeous editions, Aloe Vera and Wild Strawberry!
3. Experiment with your placement until you find the right spot
Ensuring your toy has been cleaned with a toy cleaner before use, it’s time to bring the clitoral suction into action. Whenever you’re ready, start by gently spreading your labia with your fingers to reveal the clitoris in all its glory.
Place the suction cup over the clitoris, ensuring that your clit is in the center of the hollowed-out part of the toy. It’s your choice whether you turn the toy on before or after you do this.
If you’re new to the toy, finding a good placement for the suction cup might take a couple of adjustments before you find the sweet spot. Be patient with yourself and enjoy the journey. You’ll get used to it in no time, we promise!
If a partner is using the clitoral suction toy on you, communicate with them about what feels good and what doesn’t. Advise them if you’d like it moved a little to the left or a little to the right. The same goes if you’re using the clitoral suction toy on a partner. Ask them if it feels good and if they’d like you to adjust the placement of the toy.
4. Explore the various pulsation and vibration settings
Your toy is likely to have different strengths of pulsation or “suction” and may possibly have vibration settings too. As with any sex toy in your drawer, browse the settings, see what feels good for you or for your partner. Start with the gentlest setting and work your way up as and when you desire more intensity. Don’t begin on the strongest setting if you haven’t tried it before or if you’re not used to it, as it could potentially cause overstimulation to the area which can feel a little uncomfortable and cause temporary sensitivity.
5. Enjoy
After those steps, it’s all down to you! Enjoy your newly found love for clitoral suction and the abundance of joy that comes (literally) with it. Try the toy in different positions, different environments, during penetrative sex and/or all by yourself!
How to Clean and Take Care of Your Clitoral Suction Toys
Cleaning and maintaining your sex toys is integral for hygiene and longevity, and clit-sucking toys are no exception. All sex toys should be cleaned thoroughly before and after each use.
Sex toys can be different to clean depending on their type, material, and whether or not the toy is waterproof. As per usual, it’s important to read the manufacturer’s advice for each specific toy.
For a good and proper clean, it’s recommended to use a cleaner specifically for sex toys, like Simply Toy Cleaner. That way you can be certain it’s toy-safe and sure it’s doing the job properly. In the case of any toy cleaner, always follow the instructions on the bottle.
When it comes to clitoral suction toys, it’s important to be extra considerate of the hollowed area within the suction cup, as fluids and residual lube in that part of the toy could end up being missed if not careful. Some clit suction toys have a removable top part of the suction cup, so you can get right in there and clean, but not all! If not, be sure to apply your toy cleaner into the hole-like area as well as over the rest of the toy, and when rinsing, pop your finger in there to make sure you’ve gotten all the nooks and crannies.
For storing the toy, first ensure the toy is fully dry post-clean before putting it away, and then the usual guideline is to keep your sex toys in a cool, dry place. But again, it’s important to read the manufacturer’s advice for each individual toy. Sex toys also often come packaged in a cute little storage pouch or case to keep the toy dust-free. Ours do, at least!
Clitoral Suction FAQs
How does clitoral suction feel compared to traditional vibrators?
The feeling of clitoral suction is often described as more intense and focused than traditional vibration. It feels like gentle sucking combined with pulsation, and the sensation is concentrated on the clitoris, which many people find can lead to quicker and more powerful orgasms.
Are clitoral suction toys worth the hype?
In our opinion, yes! Like many, we were skeptical at first due to it being relatively new technology in the sex toy industry. Upon trying, we quickly realized clitoral suction is in fact a revolutionary, groundbreaking, and orgasmic feature for modern sex toys. So much so, that we added our first clit-sucking toy, Jasmine, to our range as soon as we possibly could. Since then, we’ve continued adding clit suction sex toys to our collections because they’re extremely popular and well-loved by clitorises all over the world.
What are clitoral suction toys made of?
Clitoral suction sex toys are usually made of either silicone, ABS plastic, or a combination of the two. Our favorite material for clit suckers is silicone because it’s body-safe, durable, and easy to clean! The inner structure of a vibrator is usually made with plastic and metal.
Besides thinking about things like durability and cleanliness of a sex toy material, many people also like to consider how environmentally friendly their toys are. As a sex toy company built with sustainability at the forefront of our ethos, we’ve thought about this a lot!
That’s why we, at The Natural Love Company, introduced our Ocean Plastic range. This is a range of (unbelievably pretty) vibrators with an inner structure masterfully crafted out of recycled ocean plastic, each then adorned in a sanitary-grade silicone exterior. Our goal was to provide the world with vibrators, without harming the world itself. Each toy from this range helps reduce plastic waste and protect marine life. We currently have two clitoral suction toys in our Ocean Plastic range: Jasmine, our classic and elegant clit suction vibrator, and Camphor, our dual-stimulating rabbit-style vibrating dildo with clitoral suction.
Are clitoral suction toys waterproof?
Many clitoral suction toys are waterproof, but not all. Always check the product specifications before using any sex toys in water. This is especially important with clitoral suction and vibrating toys because there are electronics involved.
Are clitoral suction toys noisy?
Noise levels vary from toy to toy, but overall, a clitoral suction motor tends to be quieter than a traditional vibrating motor in our experience. Since many clitoral suction toys also have a vibration feature, it’s always best to look closely at product specifications and reviews if noise is a concern, since some vibrators can be incredibly quiet and others can be a bit on the louder side.
Every vibrator in our Ocean Plastic range has a “whisper quiet” mode for those who want to keep the noise to a minimum, including two of our clitoral suction toys, Jasmine and Camphor.
Can clitoral suction toys be used on men?
Clitoral suction toys are not specifically designed for people with a penis, and for optimum use, we’d only really recommend it to those with a clitoris. That being said, the vibration setting on a clit-sucking toy could be pressed against the head of the penis for an element of teasing, and the clit suction could totally be used to pleasure a man’s nipples.
