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Naughty Necessities is a one-stop guide to a better sex life. We bring together great products from UK retailers, cut through the noise and explain everything in plain English, whether it’s your first toy or your fiftieth. Warm, judgement-free and 18+.

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What we do

We shortlistA few great picks per category, chosen from UK retailers. No catalogue wall.We explainWhat things are, what they’re for and how to use them, in plain English.We point the wayYou buy from the retailer, who ships discreetly. We may earn a commission on some links.

How to use the site

  1. Know what you want? Shop by type: lingerie, toys, lube, couples and more.
  2. Have a number in mind? Browse by budget, from under £30.
  3. Buying a gift? The gift finder gets you to a shortlist in three taps. For Christmas, try stocking fillers under £20.
  4. Not sure what something is? The A–Z glossary explains every term, from bullet to balconette.

Good first reads

Gentle, practical starting points for beginners.

ToysBest vibrators: one pick for every type First toyBeginner vibrators EssentialsLube & aftercare LingerieBeginner lingerie sets For twoCouples extras WellbeingHealthy sexual relationships

Curious about something new?

SuctionWhat suction toys do Kink, gentlyBondage-lite starters For himMale toys explained WordsThe A–Z glossary

Something not quite working?

Common, fixable and nothing to be embarrassed about.

Fix itAll 7 Fix it guides TimingLasting longer DesireLow desire & lost spark ComfortDryness & discomfort

Exploring as a couple?

A gentle three-step path, from a first conversation to going further, safely.

1 · BeginnerExploring together2 · CuriousTurning up the heat3 · AdventurousGoing further, safelyNot sure?Couples finder

Also for two: date-night kits and conversation starters.

Our promises

  • Judgement-free: every question is a good question, at every level of experience.
  • Honest picks: we never invent ratings, reviews or “we tested” claims. If we quote a rating, we say whose it is.
  • Plain English: short, scannable guides, with jargon explained.
  • Discreet and 18+: retailers ship in plain packaging; this site is for adults only.

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