Buying Sex Toys in the USA
As you may have seen yourself while shopping, lately it has become easier to buy sex toys in the USA, as many big box retailers are also stocking these items on their shelves. However, it's really important to note how limited their selection is. Going to a specialty adult shop is also an option, as they have a wider array of items, but there is also the chance they may steer you into buying an item that they want to sell, with too many bells and whistles, putting you way over your budget.
A great alternative is, of course, the internet and shopping online for the right product. You can do this in the privacy of your own home and have it delivered discreetly. However, without the proper guidance, how do you know if you are getting the best deal for your buck?
Each way of shopping for a sex toy has its advantages and disadvantages. In this article, we explore the different ways of buying sex toys in your area so you may get the best value possible.
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Shopping at Big Box Retailers
If you go to your local mall and visit a big box retailer, you may find a few vibrators and stimulators stocked on the shelves next to the condoms and lotions. We see this, in general, as a positive step forward in making self-pleasure more acceptable. However for the consumer, the selection can be rather limited. You may only find a few brands and items in stock. And as many people are aware, there are as more brands and varieties of sex toys out in the market as there are variations of the name John (e.g. Jon, Jonn, Johnny, Juan, Jean, Johan, Johann, João, Jan, etc.). You probably won't see very many brands, or their full selection, in the big stores yet.
On the other hand, shopping at a big box retailer's brick-and-mortar store can be quite convenient. You can buy dinner, grab a pair of socks, look for the latest sexy novel, pick up some lotion and a vibrator. It's literally a one-stop-shop for all your needs.
But wait, no masturbators for those with penises? Probably not. Not yet at least. That's the other drawback to shopping at these stores. Most of these stores focus on one type of anatomy and not (yet) on any other. We hope this will change in the very near future.
Shopping at Adult Specialty Stores
You may find these stores more in the suburbs or the outskirts of major cities, but adult specialty shops can carry a large variety of items for all genders, and shopping for sex toys at these locations will probably give you a chance to look at some of the latest toys out on the market.
You can't buy a gallon of milk or your favorite cereal here like the big box stores, but you can probably get some good advice from the store employees about what they have available that would suit you and your partner's needs. Just be aware that they may be interested in trying to sell a particular item that you might not necessarily need.
You most likely can get some very expensive pleasure items here, but you may not have budgeted for it. Still, the variety is tremendous, and you may find something that can really satisfy any unique needs you have.
Shopping Online
Available 24/7, 365 days a year - unless you forgot to pay your internet bill last month, shopping online for sex toys is a convenient and discreet way to shop for adult pleasure items. Take your time and shop, browse as many sites as you like, and read up on reviews. That's the beauty of online shopping. For example, TENGA's site fits the bill on all levels, and provides you with safe, secure shopping and peace of mind knowing you are getting 100% authentic merchandise.
Of course, there are dangers as well. Be careful that the sites you are viewing carry manufacturer authorized merchandise and not fakes. Also, if the process of submitting your credit card seems suspicious, it may be best to hold off on the purchase until you can verify the shopping site is legitimate and not a scam. Technology is great, but it can work both ways, for good and not so good intentions.
At TENGA, we have an online store for those looking for a safe option, or we have our TENGA Store Locator, which can help you find a physical store that sells official TENGA merchandise. Just go to https://store.tenga.co/ and pick your country/state and find a location near you.
Other online concerns to mention are sites' refund and exchange policy. Be aware that many retailers will no longer accept refunds once the item has been opened. That's just standard policy these days for adult items, for the health and safety of both customers and employees of the company who have to physically handle the merchandise.
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