Can vaginal dilators reduce discomfort during sex?

Vaginal dilators can help you enhance your sexual pleasure and love life by relieving the pain and anxiety associated with penetration.

More and more people are enjoying the benefits of dilators. Please read on to find effective solutions and strategies for vaginal tightness or discomfort during sex.

What are vaginal dilators?

Vaginal dilators gently stretch and work the muscles of the vagina. They are used by those who experience tension and tightness of the vaginal walls, dyspareunia, vaginismus, and by women during or after menopause, when the vagina’s natural elasticity lessens.

Vaginal dilators are relatively simple, tube-shaped products that come in various sizes, which are used to comfortably stretch your vaginal walls. They are also effective options to use alongside traditional pelvic floor and kegel exercises, offering another angle from which to approach strengthening the vaginal walls.

Generally, vaginal dilators are:

  • Available in a variety of widths and lengths to fit your unique body shape
  • Typically made from silicone materials
  • Highly effective at strengthening your pelvic floor muscles and promoting vaginal elasticity

How to use vaginal dilators

Using vaginal dilators is incredibly easy. Lying on your back, gently insert the dilator slowly until you feel a slight discomfort. Then, gently move it in and out and in a circling motion, thereby gently stretching the vaginal walls. You should aim for your session to last for around 10 to 15 minutes, but for best results, the real key is consistency. Try to make it a regular practice, at least once or twice a week.

To ensure a comfortable session, always apply a small amount of water-based lubricant before using vaginal dilators.

You can progressively increase the size of the dilator as you notice the pressure levels or difficulty decreasing.

Shop our whole range of dilators.

If you are looking for a high-quality silicone dilator set, why not try the 5-piece Inspire Silicone Dilator Kit (pictured)?

Inspire Silicone Dilator Kit 5 Pieces | Female Dilators | CalExotics | Bodyjoys
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The female dilator set by Inspire is designed for problems caused by vaginal tightness and to reduce the discomfort this can cause during intercourse. The 5-piece training set may restore and revitalise your vaginal strength and comfort by exercising your pelvic floor muscle.

When not to use vaginal dilators

Vaginal dilators should always be comfortable to use. A slight discomfort is normal, but if you experience any pain at all, stop using the dilator immediately and consult your doctor.