Masturbation is a completely normal and healthy sexual activity, and it comes with a range of physical, emotional, and sexual health benefits. Here are some of the Physical benefits:

• Stress relief: Orgasms trigger the release of dopamine and oxytocin, which help lower stress and improve mood.

• Better sleep: After climax, the body often produces prolactin and other relaxing hormones that make it easier to fall asleep.

• Pain relief: Orgasms can temporarily reduce menstrual cramps, headaches, and even some forms of muscle tension.

• Pelvic floor health: Regular sexual stimulation strengthens pelvic muscles, which can support bladder control and sexual function.

• Immune support: Some studies suggest regular orgasms may boost immune function by increasing certain antibodies.

• Emotional & Mental Benefits

  • Mood boost: Releases endorphins that can ease feelings of anxiety, sadness, or irritability.

  • Confidence: Increases body awareness and self-acceptance.

  • Focus & relaxation: Can help reset the mind, especially during times of stress or distraction.

There are also Sexual Health Benefits as well, here are a few:

• Improved sexual function: Helps maintain blood flow and sensitivity in the genitals, which supports sexual health as you age.

• Erection and arousal health: For men, it can help keep erectile tissues active; for women, it helps maintain natural lubrication and elasticity.

• Exploration: Teaches you what feels good, which can improve intimacy and communication with a partner.

• Safe sexual outlet: It’s a risk-free way to experience pleasure without concerns about pregnancy or sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

Solo play can also enhance your relationships. By knowing your body, you can share preferences with your partner and increase intimacy. It can help reduce tension if one partner has higher or lower desire. And did you know that couples who are comfortable talking about and incorporating self-pleasure often have stronger communication? Yes, it's true. The more open and honest you are with your partner about what brings you pleasure the closer you will become as partners.

Masturbation is safe, healthy, and beneficial at any age. Problems usually only arise if it’s done in excess to the point that it interferes with daily life, relationships, or responsibilities.

There are benefits more specifically for Men and Women. Here is a breakdown of what that may look like.

Benefits for Men

• Supports prostate health: Regular ejaculation may lower the risk of prostate cancer by flushing out old seminal fluid and potential toxins. There are also Toys for men that help stimulate the prostate.

• Erection maintenance: Keeps penile tissue oxygenated and responsive, which is important for men dealing with erectile dysfunction or aging-related changes.

• Premature ejaculation control: Masturbation (especially with techniques like the “stop-start” method) can train stamina and improve control during partnered sex.

• Testosterone balance: Ejaculation doesn’t lower testosterone long-term — in fact, regular arousal can support healthy hormone function.

Benefits for Women

• Pelvic floor strength: Orgasms contract the pelvic muscles, helping prevent urinary incontinence and improving overall pelvic health. There are also Toys to strengthen the pelvic muscles.

• Relieves period discomfort: Masturbation can ease menstrual cramps and bloating by relaxing uterine muscles and releasing endorphins.

• Natural lubrication: Encourages vaginal lubrication, which keeps tissue flexible and reduces dryness or pain with age (especially after menopause).

• Body awareness: Helps women understand their arousal patterns, clitoral sensitivity, and orgasm types (clitoral, vaginal, blended).

Best Solo Toys for Women

Most women orgasm from clitoral stimulation, so these are a top choice.

• Suction/air-pulse toys – e.g., Womanizer, Satisfyer Pro2

• Mimics oral sex with gentle suction and pulses.

• Mini bullets – discreet, affordable, and powerful (e.g., We-Vibe Tango).

 

 

 

• Palm-style vibes – ergonomic, covers more surface area for broad stimulation (Dame Pom, Lelo Sila).

 

For women who enjoy penetration and deep pleasure.

• G-spot vibrators – curved to hit the G-spot directly 

 

• Dual-stimulation (Rabbit-style) – combine clitoral + G-spot

 

App-Controlled & High-Tech

Great if she enjoys tech or long-distance play.

• Lovense – app-controlled, customizable vibes.

 

• We-Vibe Moxie – wearable clitoral vibe, controlled via app or partner.

For a Softer Experience

• Silicone dildos – body-safe, non-vibrating option for more natural stimulation

 

• External massagers – for relaxation and arousal (small wand styles).

 

 

• Finger vibes – slip on a finger for gentle clitoral play.

There are actually a wide range of toys designed specifically for men to make masturbation more stimulating, satisfying, and even healthier. Here’s a clear breakdown:

Strokers & Sleeves

Simulate vaginal, oral, or anal sex.

• The Handy – soft, realistic, with Scandinavian high-tech design.

• Tenga Egg – disposable or reusable, stretchy sleeves with textures

• Vibrating strokers – add buzz for extra stimulation. Or the Lelo Male Stroker.

 

Automatic & Hands-Free Masturbators

Do the work for you.

• Eva by Dame – app-controlled, contracts & vibrates

• Tenga Flip Zero  – suction + vibration + hands-free use.\

 

Prostate Massagers

For men who enjoy or want to explore anal play (can boost orgasms).

• Aneros Progasm– non-vibrating, body-powered

• We Vibe Vector – adjustable vibrating prostate massager (app-controlled).

High-Tech & VR-Compatible Toys

• Lovense Max 2 – interactive with VR porn.

• Lovense Max 2 + Nora (for couples) – syncs toys over distance

Other Fun Options

• Double-ended strokers – two textures in one.

• Anal plugs with vibration – hands-free stimulation during masturbation.

• Sleeves for water play – some toys (like Tenga Crysta) are waterproof and fun in the shower.

So, while men gain particular health benefits around prostate and erectile function, women benefit more strongly from pelvic health, menstrual relief, and enhanced sexual self-awareness. Yeah, that sums it up, it's ok to have solo play in fact it's healthy for your body, mind and emotional health. Check out some of our most popular toys for solo play for him and for her. Happy Masturbating!