Written by Max Langridge

Men, are you looking for the best fleshlight? Look no further.

The fleshlight is likely to be a man’s first foray into the ever-expanding world of sex toys, as it is primarily designed for solo use. Also known as a male stroker or a male masturbator toy, the fleshlight is great sex toy for men to own, even if they have a partner.

Fleshlight is actually the brand name of one of the original male sex toys, and the company was founded in 1998. The name has since become synonymous with male masturbator toys and male strokers, and this is the wording you will likely see on sex toy websites, unless your fleshlight of choice is made by Fleshlight itself.

What is a fleshlight?

A fleshlight is a sex toy for men that is most commonly made from silicone and is a toy that mimics the feeling of a vagina. The fleshlight got its name because it most usually resembles the shape of a flashlight, but instead of a light coming out of the end by way of a bulb, there is an orifice in which you put your member.

As close a substitute as you can get to a real woman, the best fleshlights come in various sizes and styles with each offering its own specialised sensations to help you achieve a feeling, unlike the one you experience when you become acquainted with Mrs Palm and her five daughters.

How to use a fleshlight?

Using a fleshlight isn’t as simple as just jamming your penis, or someone else’s, into the opening. While a fleshlight might be your substitute for a real woman, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t treat it like one.

Remember, while you think it may be fun to live out your wildest fantasies and be as rough as you possibly can be with your fleshlight, going too hard, too fast can actually damage the fleshlight. This is because it’s made from silicone, and if it’s exposed to too much friction, it can eventually suffer from micro tears. The same can be said of your penis, too. If you go in all guns blazing, you could potentially cause harm to your best friend.

So, to use a fleshlight the right way, invest in a good water-based lube. Only ever use water-based lube with a fleshlight. Oil-based lubes will make cleaning your fleshlight a royal pain in the ass.

Water-based lube is easier to clean, both with your fleshlight and your dick, and will be much safer on the materials of your chosen masturbator toy.

With lube applied to both the fleshlight – get it as far down the fleshlight canal as you can – and your penis, you’re now ready to go past the point of no return. Once you’ve found yourself inside, go slowly and twist and turn the fleshlight so you introduce the various textures to your penis for maximum pleasure.

As you’ll find out below, different fleshlights have different textures, bumps, nooks and crannies inside, all designed with the sole aim of giving you intense orgasms. Also, you’ve spent money on the thing, so you should take the time to explore your investment to full effect.

How to clean a fleshlight?

As with anything sex-related, hygiene is of the utmost importance. With this in mind, you’re going to want to keep your fleshlight toy clean so that it not only extends its life, but keeps it feeling and looking fresh for your next session.

Both your water-based lube and any fluids expelled from your own body can have a negative effect on the materials of your fleshlight if not cleaned thoroughly. And, if they are left to fester, can cause harmful bacteria to grow. We shouldn’t have to explain why harmful bacteria and your penis aren’t exactly a harmonious match-up.

To clean a fleshlight, first remove the inner sleeve from its case. Pretty much all fleshlights and male strokers should be built to facilitate this, but if yours can’t be dismantled, then it’s not something we’d recommend putting near your Crown Jewels anyway.

You can use warm soapy water on the fleshlight case, but be sure you don’t use soap on the fleshlight sleeve. For the sleeve, start by running warm water through it to begin dislodging any build-ups of lube or other fluids. You can get your fingers in there to help out.

You’ll then want to invest in a dedicated fleshlight cleaning product, as they will be made from chemicals that won’t harm the silicone material of your toy.

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