Be Our First Customer of 2010!

If you are our first customer of 2010, we will reward your late night celebration with a $20 gift card that can be used towards your next purchase. 12 midnight EST. WHOOPEEE! Happy New Year!

Happy New Year... sorta

Hello Friends of MUF. I was about to tackle a year-end blog entry, but just has I was about to start, I hear my husband yelling, "We have a leak!" What?! Yep. Our water heater busted on the day before New Year's Eve. If only I could figure out how to stuff a dildo into this gusher. But I can't. I know when I have been beaten. We are getting tankless water heater tomorrow. Thank heaven for federal rebates.

Well, back to the subject at hand... oh, screw it. I have to go mop the floor and move cat litter, I had a root canal today, and that was by far easier than this. After mopping up, I will finish my wine that I had started before I heard the lethal words regarding the leak. And no shower for me tonight. Hiccup.

Amy

Holiday Sale!

HO! HO! From now until Christmas, Melrose Urban Female is offering a store-wide sale. Take 10% off your entire order. Everything...DVD's, We-Vibe, Lelo, Vibratex, etc...

When checking out, use the promo code: xmas2009

MUF Thanksgiving Sale

Oh, so thankful for our vibrating friends...MUF is offering a storewide sale. Now through the end of November, take 10% off your entire order. When checking out, use the promo code:
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Toy Maker of the Month: Vixen Creations

"Premium silicone toys"

One of the world's premiere manufacturer of silicone dildos and anal plugs since 1992, fine art and eroticism unite in their line of hand-crafted adult products only found in upscale adult boutiques. Vixen Creations uniquely offer an unbeatable lifetime guarantee on all of their silicone toys, so you can purchase with confidence. Their products have been described by satisfied customers as "top-of-the-line" and "heirloom quality." All Vixen Creations products are hand-crafted in their San Francisco facility.

From the MUF Staff: And why do we like Vixen Creations? Quality and more quality. Whenever a customer buys a Vixen product from us, we feel completely confident they will be satisfied. We know we will never hear from them again because:

a) There is nothing to complain about.

b) The product will last forever. No need for replacements.

Toy Maker of the Month: Fun Factory

"Love Yourself!"

Headquartered in Austria, Europe's leading erotic toy manufacturer, Fun Factory, is known as the maker of the highest quality silicone and elastomed toys available. Their entire line is either water-resistant or completely waterproof, high-tech with built-in microships, energy efficent, durable, tasteful, and at the same time erotic!

Often referred to as the Mercedes Benz and BMW of Sex Toys, Fun Factory has proven that erotic toys can be well-constructed, tasteful, enjoyable and high-quality products that should not be confined to some dirty corner or to the red light district. All of their products are allergy-safe, 100% Silicone, non-sticky and velvety smooth. These are legacy toys that will last for years.

From MUF Staff... Why do we like Fun Factory so much? Beside their quality, Fun Factory products are just great to look at. If you want to introduce toys into a relationship, but are a bit hesitant, this is the way to go. These toys are so non-threatening and in a weird way, asexual. They truly have a toy-like quality. These could end up in your kid's toy box and no one would ever know. Whenever we are asked for recommendations, Fun Factory is on the top of our list.

Cyberskin: Why We Like It

The other day, a woman called us. She wanted to buy a penis extensions for her husband. She had a choice between latex and Cyberskin and wanted to know the difference. Price-wise it was about 20 dollars; Cyberskin being the more expensive of the two. Now, we are all very aware that times of tough, and I will be the first sniff out a bargain. Fellow MUFers, don't we all wonder if that lipstick at Macy's is really any different than the one at Walgreens? I have heard that Lancome and L'Oreal are the the same company. Okay... I am digressing here. Bottom line, I do not begrudge anyone for trying to save a few extras bucks. But when it came to these extensions, I felt the need to nudge her along. Cyberskin. Cyberskin. She asked me to describe the cyberskin. And the first thing that came to my mind, it's like a Cabbage Patch Doll. Soft and life-like. She got the Cyberskin.

I feel the need to have a more thorough disourse on CyberSkin. "It's like a Cabbage Patch Doll," does not really cut it. So here is what we know about Cyberskin:

It was invented by the founders of Topco Sales whose origins are in Southern California’s Aerospace and Metallurgical Engineering Technology. With the creation of CyberSkin it is now possible to make products with Virtual Touch™, that is, with an extremely realistic feel like that of the human body. This means that if you close your eyes and touch the material, you can't tell the difference between CyberSkin and the human body.

CyberSkin has two unique properties. First, CyberSkin has memory and can recover to its original shape. Second, this revolutionary material can simulate in the same product the softness of skin and the rigidity of erectile tissue. The injection molding process used to create CyberSkin products allows them to vary the density or hardness of the CyberSkin within the same mold. This is one of the keys to the remarkably realistic feel. Some CyberSkin vibrators are so detailed that they have skin that moves along the shaft and balls that shift inside the scrotum.

For some customers, CyberSkin vibrators are almost a little too realistic looking and feeling. Almost horrified at the sight and feel of a disembodied penis, they can’t imagine being turned on by them. The size can also add to this fear. Because of the soft, skin-like resilient surface, the manufacturer has tended to make these vibrators larger in girth than average, knowing that they will fit and feel just fine.

Most customers genuinely enjoy the likeness, and it feeds perfectly into their most erotic fantasies. The CyberSkin vibrators with realistic balls provide a flat base fitting against the palm of your hands for control, while the balls stimulate the clitoris with each thrust.

CyberSkin needs to be treated with care. It is not the type of toy you throw into a drawer along with your other toys. Being soft and skin-like, it can tear against rough edges, and because it’s semi-porous you don’t want it touching any silicone toys. Silicone deteriorates CyberSkin material and also stains it to whatever color the silicone toy was that it touched!

The semi-porous quality also makes CyberSkin toys more difficult to clean than other materials. Therefore, you may want to cover your CyberSkin vibrator with a condom before inserting it, especially if you are using it for anal penetration or if you are sharing it. And as with all CyberSkin toys, use water-based lube only; oil-based or silicone-based lubes will destroy the CyberSkin material.

After using:

Wash with a liquid antibacterial soap and water.
Pat dry with a soft cotton towel and allow to air-dry completely.
Generously apply CyberSkin RENEW (or cornstarch) to properly maintain your CyberSkin products. This will restore the original soft, non-sticky smooth Virtual Touch™ texture.

So that's the skinny on Cyberskin.

The Ultimate Orgasm Kits

Last month we went to one of the big "trade shows." Basically, it is toy makers and distributors showing off their stuff. Other than a huge ice penis that one pours his/her beer through, much of it was the same old stuff. Don't get me wrong; it was all very interesting and time well-spent. And lunch was good.

In addition to the amazing ice penis, there was something else that caught our eye. A company called Secretly Pink has these interesting little kits called Ultimate Orgasm Kits. First of all, they looked good and seemed like a great gift idea. Upon closer inspection, one realizes these kits have some real thought behind them. The Like a Virgin Kit seems funny and cute. But look closer and you will see this kit comes with a tightening cream, ben-wa balls to work kegels and a tightening guide book. Another example, the Tickle Her G-Spot Kit comes with a g-spot arousal gel, a g-spot vibrator, and once again, a manual for finding the famously secretive spot.

We had to dig further before we added this line to our store. This what the Secretly Pink has to say about itself:

"We area unique company that utilizes education together with romance and passion. Our exceptional products are designed to bring couples to a higher level of intimacy.

We are dedicated to developing products that are fun, educational, sexually enhancing, safe and packaged to intrigue and not embarrass or offend women. Our customers will see this in all of our products and packaging.

Our best-known product line is “Tickle Her”, a line of enhancing fun stimulating gels and “Ultimate Orgasm Kits” coupled with unique educational guides. These Kits educate both men and women on how to use toys to their full potential with our multi-language guidebooks and stimulating gels.

We test our product concepts extensively during consumer trade shows all over the North America, determining if products are going to appeal to consumers . We also host product focus groups to learn more about what women want and do not want in products.

Pow Products is also a sexual health and wellness company. We focus on quality, making sure that every product we offer in the marketplace measures up to our strict standards. When you see the Pow Products logo on a product, you can be confident you are investing in a quality product that is backed by a 100% guarantee!"

We met the people and learned what they had to say about their product. We feel the Ultimate Orgasm line is really what Melrose Urban Female is all about. Loved the ice penis, but it's really for the frat house. But geez ... I keep thinking about that stupid thing.

Click here to take a look at all the kits.

Toy Maker of the Month: Vibratex

"Feel the Difference!"

Inventors of the first "Rabbit-Style" vibrators, Vibratex, Inc. was formed 22 years ago - based on the need for well-made, high quality vibrators for a woman and her clitoris. It seems the only vibrators available for women at that time were the plastic missile style vibes and the realistic looking latex vibes. Both vibrated but really did not offer any other pleasurable sensations. Considering that over 80% of the female population can only achieve orgasm through clitoral stimulation, the adult novelty industry was sorely lacking! The idea of products truly designed for a women's body seemed to be a foreign concept, a concept that we felt whose time had come. Vibratex brought in from Japan, the dual-action vibrators for distribution in the United States.

Their products "Rabbit Habit" and "Magic Wand," to name a few, have become household names as a result of a host of accolaides received from magazines articles and TV, including HBO's Sex and the City". Their focus on ingenuity, quality and aesthetics has become a source of pride for Vibratex. All of their products are sensitive to women's special needs - free of Latex and Phthalates (off gassing odors) and crafted in Japan.

MUF Footnote: Their products really do come from Japan. The other day I was unpacking our shipment from them and realized the newspaper they used for packing was a real Japanese newspaper. The Coco Restaurant ad was so familiar and yet so foreign.

Click here to check out line of Vibratex vibrators.

Use of Vibes Common Among Americans

Two recent studies from Indiana University claim that not only is the use of vibrators during sexual activity a common practice, it could also have some health benefits.

The male and female studies, conducted among adult Americans, show 45 percent of men saying they’ve used a vibrator, with most of the heterosexual men surveyed saying they had done so during foreplay or intercourse with a female partner. Roughly 17 percent of the male respondents said they had used a vibrator for solo masturbation.

The studies show that 53 percent of women frequently use vibrators.

According to The Medical News, the studies, “led by researchers at the Center for Sexual Health Promotion in IU's School of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, are the first to publish data about vibrator use from nationally representative samples of the U.S. population. This lack of data has existed despite a longstanding practice by many physicians and therapists to recommend vibrator use to help treat sexual dysfunctions or to improve sexual enjoyment.”

In addition to demonstrating the common use of vibrators, the studies also found that respondents associated the use of vibrators with more positive sexual function and saw the devices as tools for being more proactive about their sexual health.

"The study about women’s vibrator use affirms what many doctors and therapists have known for decades—that vibrator use is common, it’s linked to positive sexual function such as desire and ease of orgasm, and it’s rarely associated with any side effects," Debby Herbenick, associate director of the Center for Sexual Health Promotion, told news reporters.

Michael Reece, director of the Center for Sexual Health Promotion, told Medical News that the studies are important for the contributions they make to an understanding of the sexual behaviors and sexual health of adults in today’s society.

"The study about male vibrator use is additionally important because it shows that vibrator use is also common among men, something that has not been documented before," Reece said.

The studies, which involved 2,056 women and 1,047 men ages 18-60, were funded by Church & Dwight Co. Inc., maker of Trojan brand sexual health products.

Earth Angel Vibrator: Totally Green!

We are very excited about this one. The Earth Angel vibrator is the world’s first 100% eco-friendly, wind-up sex toy. Made from recycled parts and plastic, you crank a handle, which unfolds from the bottom of the vibrator, to charge it. 4 minutes of cranking gives you 30 minutes of battery-free vibrating action, 8 minutes of cranking creates an hour’s worth of vibrating fun and games.

NO BATTERIES!!! Not only are batteries bad for the environment, but they always seem to lose their charge just when you need them the most. Also, if we had dime for every email or phone call from a customer saying their toy was defective when in reality they put the batteries in wrong or did not put in fresh ones (even though they swore they did), we would have...a lot dimes.


Granted, with the Earth Angel, a little effort is required with the cranking. Big deal. Four minutes of cranking your vibrator could make for some very unigue foreplay. And truly... does it not take more than 4 minutes to rummage through a draw looking for batteries, finding them, and then trying to figure out which way + or - goes? Enough said.

Check out Earth Angel.

Summer Berries Can Help Your Sex Life

A study by the Institute for Optimum Nutrition has found that zinc-packed summer fruits such as strawberries and raspberries can improve your sex drive, as the zinc boosts testosterone in men and helps get women in the mood. "Before you have sex, consume a handful of raspberries or strawberries," says lead author Patrick Holford. "And it's not just the zinc content of the berries that is beneficial in the bedroom. They are also incredibly high in antioxidants, which help to optimise blood flow to the sex organs."

Toy Maker of the Month - Grrl Toyz

"Take the fun of sex toys, and tilt it in the direction of its biggest consumer: women. Over 75 percent of the sex toy market is female. With this in mind, Topco Sales has launched its new line of female-oriented product, called Grrl Toyz. The line features hip, modern packaging and product that is designed in soft, feminine colors and styles to appeal to a young, female demographic. This is a product line that women won't be afraid or embarrassed to buy. The smooth lines and sensual feel of the materials are attractive and designed to appeal to mainstream sensibilities."

Why Does MUF like Grrl Toyz? It's girly but not slutty. It's what women want. Not what men think women want. No boobs on the packing. Tasteful and good quality.

See our line of Grrl Toyz

Featured Film Maker of the Month.

"Loving Sex" The Alexander Institute

Located in Los Angeles, California, the Alexander Institute produces critically acclaimed sexuality video series for couples and singles who want to enhance their sex life. World-renowned sex therapists, educators and best selling authors developed this most erotic and informative series. Studies show sexuality videos improve communication and lead to new sexual heights. The Alexander Institute's team of experts includes (but is not limited to) Dr. Lonnie Barbach, Dr. Patti Britton, Dr. Ava Cadell, Michael Riskin, Ph.D., Anita Banker Riskin, MA, Dr. Bernie Zilbergeld and Robina Aston.

Co-incidentally, the Alexander Institute is literally down the street from our office. We have come to know them well. They have graciously helped us out when we've been in a pinch with an out of stock item. We give them a thumbs up for product quality and professionalism.

Please take a look the Loving Sex Series.

Pure Instinct Sex Attractant Cologne

Okay... we have no scientific proof ourselves, but the jury is in. Based on feedback from numerous customers, Pure Instinct Sex Attractant Cologne really works. To quote one customer, "It saved my marriage." Wow.

Check out Pure Instinct Sex Attractant.

Intimate Organics

We have just added this wonderful new line to our store. And this is why:

Intimate Organics was created in 2008 to give women and men a safer and a more natural choice for enjoying intimate moments, alone or together. All intimate products in this line are made with USDA Board Certified Organic Extracts and are paraben, glycerine and DEA free. They are pure vegan and never tested on animals.

Their goal is to provide the most natural, safest, and effective personal care and intimacy products to you. They offer a healthier alternative to many of the mass produced synthetic products on the market today. They produce only the highest quality products made with certified organic extracts without compromise as to ingredients, packaging or cost.

Intimate Organics philosphy is superior ingredients make superior products.
Each ingredient is tested by Intertek to ensure it meets our high standards for purity and efficacy.

Check out Intimate Organics at Melrose Urban Female

Hellloooo Kitty!

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Good Sex Stress Melts the Stress Away

Did you realize that stress is totally linked to how much sex you may or may not be having? When you have had a particularly stressful week at work the best thing to do to get the weekend off to a good start is to have a long loving sex session with your partner.

Tayo Hendrix explains: "While stress can have an effect on your libido it is important to understand that sex is the greatest natural stress reliever. Hence the old joke about the boss needing a good roll in the hay!"

In the USA a study of over fifty middle aged women found, sex, or even simply physical affection with your partner significantly reduced negative mood and stress and created higher positive moods in the following days. However, ladies the sad fact is, the result was not the same when women had orgasms without a partner. So home play does not reduce stress however satisfying it may be!

Tayo added: "Did you know having two or more orgasms per week can improve your health? A UK study has shown this to be the case. It looked at the relationship between having frequent orgasms (two or more per week) and mortality in men. Men who had frequent orgasms had a lower risk of death than men who did not have frequent orgasms."

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Toy Maker of the Month: Doc Johnson

For 30 years Doc Johnson in North Hollywood, California, has been the leading manufacturer of adult toys. With hundreds of the industry's leading products and the name recognition that goes with this status, Doc Johnson is known for innovative, cutting edge products and packaging. Their constantly evolving styles with sleek, transparent techno-modern design has made the popularity of these quality toys unsurpassed.

Why are we fans of the Doc? In a nutshell... Doc Johnson is always ahead of the curve when it comes to sex toy design and the trends. The toys look good. They look fun. And the packaging can't be beat. Doc Johnson meets the needs of consumers' wallets. Their products are very affordable.

Love, Sex and Recession

With a crippled economy forcing millions of cash-strapped Americans to entertain themselves at home, it's not surprising that one particular product is seeing a sales increase — condoms.

SURVEY: Couples say they'll cut back on gifts, not sex

The sales bump squares solidly with one of the nation's most common trends during any recession: nesting. At the same time, condoms make for a relatively inexpensive form of birth control at a time many cash-strapped families are hesitant to grow.

"If people don't have the money to go out to a fancy dinner or are looking to cut back, Trojan gives them some real affordable ways to stay in and make some great memories together," says Jim Daniels, vice president of marketing for Trojan, the nation's No. 1 condom maker.

Contraception may also be more popular during a time when families are stretching dollars and want to avoid having more mouths to feed. "Obviously people in general want to avoid … unintended pregnancies," Daniels says. "But in a down economy those costs are even more burdensome to bear."

Pam Piligian of Fitzgerald+CO, the ad agency for Durex condoms, says that condoms are "recession resistant."

Still, condom sales increased at a slower rate in 2008, going up 2.3% over the previous year, compared with a 5.5% increase just three years ago, according to research firm Information Resources. Marketers say they are aware of the need to continue reminding consumers that condoms are an inexpensive and healthy way to have fun.

Carol Carrozza, vice president of marketing for Ansell Healthcare, maker of LifeStyles condoms, says that her company may incorporate the idea of nesting into future campaigns, along with a focus on new products.

"We're mulling both … and trying to determine what kind of products and marketing strategies we can come out with that will help people during these recessionary times," she says.

Trojan says the message that it's good to cocoon is already part of its promotions, and it will spend more on advertising this year than last as it launches a multimedia campaign to promote two new products.

Trojan 2Go, a thin plastic case with a condom inside, hits store shelves this month while a new condom, Trojan Ecstasy, is scheduled for sale in the spring.

In Praise of the Older Woman.

An older woman will never wake you up in the middle of the night and ask you,"What are you thinking?" An older woman doesn't care what you think. An older woman always carries a condom in her purse. A younger woman is still hoping the guy might have one on him. An older woman is a cheaper date. A younger woman will cost you 12 beers, but an older woman will sleep with you after a cup of herbal tea. The older a woman gets, the stronger her libido gets and the older a mangets, the weaker his libido gets ... which is why nature intended young guys to go out with older women and young women to go out with older men. An older woman can wear bright red lipstick during the day without looking like she just had an adventure inside a jam jar. This is not true of younger women or drag queens. An older woman is into free sex! An older woman is almost always already attached to someone, so there's no need to develop a phobia about committing to her. The last thing she needs in her life is another clingy, whiny, dependent lover! Older women are more honest. An older woman will tell you that you are a jerk if you're acting like one. A young woman will say nothing, just in case it means you might break up with her. An older woman will never get pregnant and then suddenly demand that the two of you get married. In fact, if you impregnate an older woman, you will probably be the last to know... Older women have jobs with dental plans. Younger women can't help you when your teeth get knocked out playing hockey. An older woman will never accuse you of "using her." She's using you. Older women take charge of the situation. An older woman will call you up and ask you for a date. A younger woman will wait forever, by the phone, for you to call...Older women know how to cook. Young women know how to dial Pizza Hut Take-out. An older woman will introduce you to all of her girlfriends. A younger woman will avoid her girlfriends when she's with you, in case youget any ideas... Older women are psychic. You never have to confess to having an affair,because somehow they always know. Older women often own an interesting collection of lingerie that they have acquired from admirers over the years. Young women often don't wearunderpants at all, thus practically eliminating all possibility of a strip-tease. An older woman will agree to go to McDonald's with you for a meal. Younger women are too nervous to eat anything in front of somebody that they might possibly boff later. Older women are dignified. They are beyond having a screaming match with you in the middle of the night in a public park. Older women are experienced. They understand that sometimes, after 12 beers,a boy just can't get it up. A younger woman may need some time to grasp this fact. An older woman has lots of girlfriends ... and most of them will want to boff you too. An older woman will never accuse you of stealing the best years of her youth because chances are someone else has stolen them first.

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