Something I’ve noticed about alien dildos, tentacle dildos, and other fantasy sex toys is that they are often both enormously expensive and almost comically huge. Which is fine, of course, if size is your thing and you’re happy to drop a significant sum of money on a fantasy toy that meets that need. But what if you’re on a budget or just looking for something in a slightly more manageable size? This week, Uncover Creations sent me their Arbora Alien Dildo to review.
Introducing the Arbora Alien Dildos Range from Uncover Creations
Uncover Creations’ Arbora range of alien dildos comes in four different sizes, from extra small (5.1″ total length, 4.3″ insertable, 1.6″ diameter) up to large (10.2″ total length, 8.1″ insertable, 2.5″ diameter). They also range in price accordingly: £40 for x-small, £50 for small, £65 for medium, and £100 for large. Even at the largest size, this is a really competitive price compared to many other fantasy toy makers out there.
You can select your firmness rating, from medium-firm up to squishy soft, pick a colour/colour scheme or allow the company to surprise you, and add a vac-u-lock hole, suction cup, suction cup mount, or cum tube if you like. The resulting toy will be hand-poured to your selected preferences.
By the way: if you’re looking for some colourway inspiration, scroll down to the customer reviews section on the product page and you’ll see numerous happy customers showing off their creations.
The Arbora is a heavily textured fantasy dildo with a curved shape, a series of rippling ridges, a subtle “knot” towards the bottom of the shaft, and a tapered tip. All Arbora alien dildos are made from premium, body-safe and non-porous silicone.
Uncover Creations Arbora Alien Dildo Review: What I Liked
As soon as the UC team suggested it to me for my next review product, I had a feeling I was going to like the Arbora. Now it’s true that alien dildos and other fantasy creations aren’t really my kink, but I do enjoy trying out interesting shapes and textures. Here’s what I liked about the Arbora:
I requested the Uncover Creations Arbora to review in a single surprise colourway, and the result did not disappoint. I received a lovely pearlescent pink that catches the light with a lilac-ish shimmer. Every toy I’ve had from this company has been truly beautiful, and I appreciate the extra effort they put into their presentation.
The texturing is just the right level. I’ve tried textured toys that were so intense they were painful, and textured toys where the texturing was so subtle I really couldn’t feel anything. The Arbora dildo is a happy medium – textured enough to be satisfying but not so over the top as to be uncomfortable.
The curved shape is perfect for getting that “come hither” motion.
When the toy is fully inserted, the two little “spikes” (I don’t really know what else to call them) protruding from the base provide a little additional external stimulation. They don’t really reach my clit, but they kind of tickle my vulva and labia.
The hooked tip provides precision G-spot stimulation.
The base is large and flat, meaning that the toy stands up by itself. If you want to position it on a surface and use it hands-free, this allows you to do that.
FYI if it’s your thing, you can also safely use the Arbora dildo anally.
Anything I Didn’t Like?
There really isn’t anything significantly negative to say in this Uncover Creations Arbora review! One thing to be aware of, though, is that it’s firmer than I expected. I requested the “soft” firmness option but it’s still quite firm and doesn’t have much squish. If I was to order again, I’d probably go for “super soft” instead. If you’re not sure and you really need a softer toy, I recommend going down one firmness level.
It’s also worth noting that toys with heavy texturing can be a bit of a pain to clean. Due to all the little ridges and creases, I recommend using the boiling method to clean your Arbora alien dildos.
Verdict
Arbora is an excellent range of alien dildos with numerous customisation options available. I’d happy recommend them to anyone who enjoys textured or fantasy toys, and particularly to anyone who is looking for a fantasy toy in a smaller size and at an affordable price.
The market for clitoral grinders has exploded in the last couple of years, with numerous sex toy manufacturers bringing out their own versions. These toys are designed primarily for people with vulvas, and provide stimulation through friction against their textured surfaces. Uncover Creations, a small UK-based and female-founded business offering body-safe silicone fantasy sex toys, sent me three of their grinders to try: I received the Tentacle Grinder, Tentacle II, and Synstyl Grinder.
About UC’s Custom Sex Toys
Uncover Creations offers a number of customisation options so you can create exactly the toy you want.
All UC toys are made of body-safe silicone. Choose from three firmness levels, with “Super Soft” as standard and either “Medium” or “Squishy Soft” as alternatives.
Each grinder comes with a set of straps that you can use to attach the toy to a pillow, toy mount, partner’s leg, or any other suitable surface you can think of. The straps measure around 70cm or 2.5ft and are removeable for convenience when you’re not using them. You can pick a colour for your grinder’s included straps or go with the standard black.
If you want to use your grinder with a vibrator, you can add a hole for a bullet vibe. There’s the option to add a basic or premium bullet to your order, or you can use one you already own.
Then you can get creative and choose your colours. There are various options available including single colours, fades, and marble effects, or you can save a little money on your order by letting the company choose and surprise you.
Uncover Creations’ most innovative custom option is the “Silky Smooth” upgrade. This uses a special additive made from Durian tree nuts to give the toy a velvety, gliding surface. It also has a subtle, nutty scent that’s not at all unpleasant. Avoid this if you’re allergic to tree nuts or musk thistle, or if you’re very sensitive to smell.
Uncover Creations Tentacle Grinder
I received the Tentacle Grinder in “frosted thistle,” a gorgeous shimmery lilac shade.
The Tentacle Grinder was Uncover Creations’ first forays into tentacle grinders and it seems to be standing the test of time. This chunky grinder is a swirly mass of coiled tentacles, each lined with dozens of little suckers. The Tentacle Grinder measures 7″ in length, 4.9″ across, and 1.77″ in depth at the tallest point. It weighs in a chunky 440g, which helps it to stay in place.
I’m hugely impressed with the intricacy and detail of this toy. If you’re into tentacles for their own sake, you’ll love the fluid, almost moving sense you get from this grinder’s aesthetic.
The Uncover Creations Tentacle Grinder is texture for days. The curves of the various tendrils, plus all the little suckers, means I get so much stimulation that it’s almost overwhelming in the best possible way. Given all that texturing, though, you’ll really need lots of lube to get the best experience from this one.
Since it’s relatively large and wide, you can get incredible all-over vulva stimulation from the Tentacle Grinder. The stimulation is also continuous and constant. No matter how you move against it, at least one of the tentacles and all its suckers will be in contact with your clit at all times.
The height of this grinder is one of its main and best selling points. Its relatively tall design makes it so easy to get into a comfortable position and grind against it, even while lying down. The mixture of firmness and squish is excellent, too. Though Uncover Creations calls this blend of silicone “super soft”, there’s still plenty to grind against.
I love the Uncover Creations Tentacle Grinder. When I want intensity from a grind toy, this is the one I reach for. If you like a lot of texture, this is the toy for you.
The only downside to this toy is that it’s a bit of a nightmare to clean. Bodily fluids and lube can get stuck between the various tentacles and in all the little folds. I recommend boil-sterilising it regularly.
The Tentacle Grinder retails at £77 for a random colour with black straps. The various customisations add to the cost.
Uncover Creations Tentacle Grinder II
The Uncover Creations Tentacle Grinder II has a single, central raised and textured tentacle. This tentacle has two rows of “suckers” along its sides and tapers to a tongue-like point. The base of the toy is also decorated with swirly patterns and aquatic motifs.
The Tentacle Grinder II measures 7.5″ in length and 5.5″ in width. The central tentacle is raised by 1.77″ at the highest point. This one is also quite heavy, weighing 440g in total.
I received the Tentacle Grinder II in a lovely shade of turquoise called “Kingfisher.”
I was sure I was going to love this toy the moment I looked at it. It’s got so many things I like: a raised section, soft and squishy silicone, and plenty of texturing. Here’s what I didn’t expect: it is by far the closest a sex toy has ever come to mimicking cunnilingus for me.
I thought that the highest point in the middle of the tentacle was going to be my favourite part of this toy. However, I soon realised that if I grind against it just right, the tongue-like tip of the tentacle flicks back and forth over my clit like… well, like a tongue. With plenty of lube, it’s a surprisingly good approximation of being eaten out.
The orgasms I have from this Tentacle Grinder are less like the orgasms I have from other grinders and more like the orgasms I have from a partner going down on me.
I always thought that, if a toy ever did actually get close to feeling like receiving oral sex, it would be a suction toy. Many claim to do this, though none have yet succeeded. I did not expect that it would be a grinder shaped like a tentacle.
The other great selling point of the Tentacle Grinder II is its height. With some lower grinders, I’ve found myself struggling to get into the right position or having to use a pillow or mount to bring the toy closer to my body. No such problems here. I can simply place it under me in a lying position and grind against it comfortably.
I do not say this lightly, because I have tried and reviewed literally hundreds of toys: the Tentacle Grinder II is not only one of the best grinders I’ve ever tried, but one of the best toys period.
Tentacle Grinder II prices start at £59 for a surprise colourway with black straps.
Uncover Creations Synstyl Grinder
I received the Synstyl Grinder in vibrant “Electric Blue.”
The Synstyl Grinder’s design is inspired by a flower, though to me it really looks like a vulva! It’s perhaps the most intricately textured toy I’ve ever tried. The Synstyl Grinder is undoubtedly beautiful. Even the base is decorated with similar texturing, which isn’t necessary from a sensation perspective but makes the toy even more gorgeous. This one measures 6.7″ in length, 5.1″ in width, and around 1.5″ in height at the tallest point.
When I first looked at my three Uncover Creations grinders, I thought the Synstyl would likely feel the most intense due to all the little flaps, curves and ridges. So I was more than a little surprised when it turned out to be far less intense than the two tentacle grinders.
The Synstyl Grinder’s silicone is extremely soft and, for me, almost too yielding. I kept finding myself wanting more pressure from it. All those little petal-like folds were just a little too flexible. This is one that would probably have benefited from the firmer silicone option.
Don’t get me wrong, the Synstyl Grinder feels good, but it’s just not quite enough for me from a pressure and intensity perspective. I’ve found that I tend to reach for it when I’m looking for a warmup toy, though it doesn’t usually make me orgasm by itself. If you’re looking for a softer and slightly less intense grinder toy, the Synstyl Grinder might be perfect for you.
I requested my Uncover Creations vibrator with the premium bullet option, which turned out to be the Nu Sensuelle Bullet Point. This plastic bullet is waterproof, rechargeable, and has 10 constant speeds and 10 patterns. For its price-point (it costs £45 to add one of these to your Uncover Creations order), this is a damn good bullet vibrator. It’s powerful and surprisingly rumbly. I do wish it had a remote control, though. It’s pretty difficult to change the settings manually without completely dismounting when you’re riding a toy!
Of course, you can also use any bullet vibrator you already own with your grinders, if you prefer. Whatever you use, though, lube it up before you insert it into your grinder. Trust me, you don’t want to be trying to get it out afterwards without lube.
I wasn’t sure how well the thick silicone of these grinders would transmit the bullet’s vibrations. But it actually does so incredibly well. I can still get plenty of sensation from the bullet even through the thickest part of the grinders.
The two tentacle grinders really don’t need the bullet. They’re more than good enough without it. Even so, sometimes it’s nice to mix things up. If you want a little extra stimulation or something a bit different, the bullet is a nice addition.
The Synstyl Grinder, on the other hand, is significantly improved by vibrations. I tend to prefer more intensity, and the Synstyl Grinder plus vibrator gives me what the grinder on its own lacks. On its higher settings, the vibrator makes the toy’s petals sort of quiver and flicker, which feels amazing.
The Nu Sensuelle Point retails for £45 on its own or with another toy from Uncover Creations.
Thanks to Uncover Creations for sending me their Synstyl Grinder and their two Tentacle Grinders to try. Affiliate links appear in this post. All views are, as always, my own.
I’m a big fan of pervertables for kink. That is, ordinary items that can be misappropriated for sexy purposes. Think wooden spoon spankings, clothes pegs on nipples, makeup brushes for clitoral teasing or sensation play, and so on. But when it comes to things to use on your genitals, how to make your own sex toy – and even deciding whether or not this is a good idea – is not quite so straightforward.
I understand the temptation of making your own sex toy. Toys can be expensive. If you live with family, have little privacy, or live in a place with strict laws, they can also be difficult to get hold of. That’s why I’m not going to tell you not to do it. Instead, I’m going to give you some quick safety facts and show you some ways you can go about making or improvising a sex toy while minimising your risk of harm.
Making Your Own Sex Toy: Safety Considerations
Overall, most people have a very poor level of understanding when it comes to the things that are and are not safe to use on their genitals. This is for two main reasons:
Sex education sucks almost universally. So unless you were lucky enough to have very switched on parents or go to an incredibly progressive school, you almost certainly weren’t taught this stuff.
The sex toy industry is almost entirely unregulated. This means that manufacturers can lie, both about what materials they’re using and about the safety profile of those materials, and there is little recourse to call them on it when they do.
So with that in mind, be very very cautious about what you use as a sex toy. All kinds of items and materials can harm your body. This can run the gamut from physical injuries (for example, from using items with sharp edges) through to infection (from using items that aren’t properly sterile or are made of porous materials which can harbour bacteria.)
Quick Safety Tips
Follow these tips to keep yourself as safe as possible if you’re going to experiment with homemade sex toys:
Only use items that are smooth and free from sharp edges
Never use anything sharp, pointy, or that may have splinters
Never use anything breakable (such as glass items)
Avoid porous materials
Put a condom over anything you are going to insert into your body
If you are doing anal play, always always always make sure your item has a flared base or a large handle so you can retrieve it easily
Don’t use anything electrical in the bath, shower, or near water
Do not use items that have already been used for other purposes (such as used electric toothbrushes) and keep the item for sexual purposes only – or retire it – once you’ve used it as a sex toy
Please don’t use food items such as fruits and vegetables. But if you really must, do not eat them afterwards. Throw them away instead.
Only ever use your own items as sex toys, never something belonging to someone else
How to Make Your Own Sex Toy: 3 Ways
Cast Your (or Your Partner’s) Genitals
Making your own sex toy at home is relatively affordable thanks to the invention of genital casting kits such as Clone-a-Willy and Clone-a-Pussy. These kits typically cost under $50 and allow you to make a replica of your or your partner’s penis or vulva. The finished toy will be made of silicone, so it will be body-safe and should last for many years with the right care.
If You Want to Make Your Own Sex Toy, Learn How to Work With Body-Safe Materials
If you want to make your own sex toy, you can always turn it into a project or a new hobby by learning how to actually work with body-safe sex toy materials and how to make things to a good standard.
For example, you might learn how to mix and pour silicone and make your own toy moulds. Or you could take up woodturning and make beautiful wooden sex toys (don’t forget to glaze and seal them properly with a body-safe finish!) on your lathe at home.
Repurpose Safe(r) Items
Fortunately, there are several household items you can use as a makeshift sex toy that are unlikely to cause you any harm. The following are likely to be okay with some basic safety precautions:
A new, clean electric toothbrush (use the back of the head, i.e. the non-bristled end)
A vibrating back massager
An electric showerhead
Smooth handles of items like hairbrushes (as long as they are clean and covered with a condom)
Let the Professionals Handle It
If you want something designed perfectly for you, it’s time to hand things over to the professionals. Yes, there are companies out there who will make you your very own personalized sex toy based on the specifications that you request.
The ones I recommend are:
Nothosaur, a company that offers custom sex toys in an array of fantastical designs from tentacles to dragons to Zodiac-themed designs and many more. You can choose from a range of sizes, firmness levels, custom colourways, and extras such as vac-u-lock attachments. Use code COFFEE for 10% off your order!
Uncover Creations, a company specialising in fantasy aesthetics and selling toys including dildos, grinders, and made-to-measure penis extenders. Dildos, grinders, and other toys are available in an array of colours and firmness levels, and upgrades such as straps, a hole for a vibrating bullet, and UC’s “Silky Smooth” silicone additive. Extenders are available in four skin tones and five styles, with custom sizing and firmness levels as well as optional extras such as dual density silicone.
These retailers’ custom platinum silicone toys are of the highest quality and made using 100% body-friendly materials. So you’ll know you’re getting value for your money as well as a safe toy that you can use with complete peace of mind.
This post was sponsored by a company that is no longer in business. All views, as always, are mine.
