Nipple Play: The Different Types of Nipple Toys & How to Use

Welcome to the wonderful world of nipple play! For those that like their nipples touched, licked, pinched or sucked, nipple toys should be the next thing on your sex toy Wishlist. Nipple toys come in all sorts of shapes, sizes and weights (yes, weights) and there will be a toy to suit whichever type of stimulation you love best.

What are nipple toys?

Nipple toys are any type of sex toy that is designed with nipple play in mind. They might pinch, vibrate, flick, lick or even suck. Yup, any way you like your nipples played with, there is a toy for it. And the great thing about nipple toys is that many will attach directly to the nipple and stay in place meaning your hands are free for other sexy tasks.

Why are people into nipple toys?

Our nipples have so much pleasure potential! They are an erogenous zone which is an area of heightened sensitivity that can produce sexual arousal when stimulated. Each nipple has hundreds of nerve endings which makes them feel super sensitive when they are touched. Plus, nipple stimulation shoots off sparks in the genital sensory cortex, the same area of the brain that becomes aroused by vaginal, clitoral, or penile stimulation. This is why many people find nipple play to be so erotic.

And of course, nipple toys can be used by anyone no matter their gender. Women, men and gender-diverse folks can all get pleasure from nipple toys. But it can be an acquired taste and not everyone enjoys having their nipples played with. So, as always, check in first if you intend to play with a partner.

Different types of nipple toys: Nipple Clamps

Nipple clamps are the most common type of nipple toy, but they are also the most intense. It’s a toy that can result in both pleasure and pain (if that’s what you’re into) and they are a popular tool for BDSM power play roles with a dominant and a submissive partner. But they can be used in any sort of play to add some extra stimulation.

Beginner Nipple Clamps

There are many clamp styles, with some having a lot more pinch than others. I recommend sticking to a bull nose or tweezer-style clamp if you are new to nipple clamps. Bull nose clamps have rubber-coated tips for a bit of padding. They are also an adjustable style with a small round knob to adjust how much the clamps will pinch.

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Tweezer-style clamps have a small band that circles the clamps which you can slide up to increase the pressure, or down to release it. Both the tweezer and bullnose-style clamps are also great for those with large nipples as they are so adjustable.

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Advanced Nipple Clamps

For those who know a thing or two about nipple clamps and are looking for more of a pinch and a tug, there are more advanced styles to try. An easy way to add more intensity is to get a weighted clamp which will pull down on your nipples.

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Or you can go for a more intense clamp style that uses much more pinch than the other styles. Clover clamps are a popular style for this as they close tightly on the nipple. Or magnetic clamps that close using magnets on either side of your nipple.

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Nipple clamp safety

As nipple clamps are used to alter the blood flow throughout the clamped area, you need to get it right, so you don’t cause temporary loss of sensation or even permanent nerve damage.

Get the nipples erect first and apply the clamps at the base of the nipple closest to the areola. Never let the clamp jaws shut suddenly. Determine where you want the clamp to sit and slowly release it. The sensation comes from the pressure, not a sudden sharp pain!

Ensure you stick to about 10 minutes of use at a time. Nipple clamps reduce blood flow to the nipple and can be dangerous if left on for too long. As your nipples become used to the sensation of clamps, you can gradually increase the time they are worn. And always look out for the colour of your nipples, if your skin is turning purple, take them off.

Different types of nipple toys: Nipple Suckers

If you want to try something a little less intense, nipple suckers might be a better option. These work to increase sensitivity and sensation with less of a pinch. There are two main sucker styles, one with a bulb to create suction, and one that uses vacuum pressure.

Bulb Suckers

The bulb-style suckers work using suction to attach to the nipples. You just press them on firmly and squeeze the bulb to create a good seal. If you are struggling, pop a bit of water-based lube around the rim of the toy to assist with attaching it. The harder you squeeze the bulb, the more intense the sensation will feel. When you want to remove the sucker, lift one edge of the toy to break the seal and it will pop off.

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Vacuum pressure suckers

Vacuum pressure nipple suckers use a twist top knob to remove the air from the cylinder and create a seal by drawing your nipples into the space. This style allows for more control over the pressure on your nipple as you can turn the knob in small increments and allow your body to adjust.

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Different types of nipple toys: Nipple Vibrators

There are lots of nipple nipple vibrators to try too. Nipple vibes tend to be a popular choice as they are less intense than clamps but still offer a lot of stimulation. There are plenty of styles that attach to your body and can be used hands-free.

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Not all nipple toys need to attach directly to the body, there are plenty of toys you can hold in your hand and use against your nipples. Pretty much any clitoral toy will work on the nipples, but these are a few styles that are particularly good: bullet vibrators and long, thin vibrators like the Satisfyer Twirling Fun.

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Different types of nipple toys: Nipple Suction Toys

Suction toys are famously good nipple toys. Okay, maybe not famously….yet! But they should be. They create a light sucking sensation and increase blood flow through the area making you feel more sensitive. The Share Sat Coco has a soft silicone tip and lots of levels of intensity so you can find the perfect one to suit you. The lower levels are great for those who have sensitive nipples but enjoy a light-sucking sensation.

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It sounds obvious, but make sure you actually like nipple stimulation first. Try sucking, pulling, or touching with hands or a tongue. If you don’t like this type of nipple stimulation, chances are you won’t like nipple toys either. These toys can feel very intense and even purposely painful (depending on the toy you choose) so make sure you understand what each toy does before you start to play.

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