Most women require direct clitoral stimulation to achieveorgasm — and the powerful, consistent stimulation of a vibrator deliverslike nothing else can. For those unfamiliar with the delicious buzz ofvibration, these pleasure-providing  sex toys can be a little daunting.Before you buy, check out our How to Choose a Vibrator guide for great tips onchoosing the sex toy that's right for you. Once you've got your vibrator ofchoice in hand, it's time for the fun to begin.

1. First, set the mood. Give yourself a block of time to play withyour new toy, put in some relaxing music. You might feel morecomfortable using a vibrator alone for the first time, so you can getused to your body's response without having to think about a partner atthe same time.
2. Run it along your body. No need to rush to the clitoris with thatnew vibe. Get used to the feeling first by running it over yourbody?try it on your nipples, thighs and or anywhere you're inspired toexplore.
3. Add the clit. When you're feeling turned on, try holding the vibratoragainst your clit. Some women find the vibrations intense thefirst few times; if this is true for you place a towel between you andyour toy or use it over your underwear.
4. Experiment with your sex toy. Vary the pressure, the speed, or theposition of the vibrator to discover what feels the best to you. Theclitoris has about a jillion nerve endings (okay, more like 4,000), andis often most responsive to vibration. Any vibrator, even those longskinny ones that look great for penetration, can be used on the clit.You might find that as you get more warmed up, you like more intensestimulation. But by all means, try that toy anywhere that feels good.
5. Add extras. If you really like G-spot play or vaginal penetrationcombined with clit stimulation, try one of our Dual Action Vibes. Ifyour toy has a flared base, like the Vibrating Mistress, throw a condom onit and try it for anal penetration — vibration is great for relaxinganal muscles. And though the vaginal walls aren't as sensitive tovibration as the clit, your vibrator is sure to double as adildo, especially if you choose a toy made of a soft material like the Babeland Nubby G, or the silicone Bubbles vibe.

'Don't Give Up' Tips

• A drop or two of lube, like BabeLube, will make your vibrator forays deliciously slippery.
• Men like vibes, too! Try sharing a sex toy like the We-Vibe II, or snuggling up to the Duet Vibrating Cock Ring.
• If sharing your sex toy, using it anally, or just to make cleanup easier, slide a condom on it first.
• Clean your vibrator with soap and water after use.

• Harder vibrators, like the Slimlines, and electric vibrators, likethe Hitachi Magic Wand, usually have stronger vibrations than toys made of softer materials.