About the Author

Liam Raftery
Global E-Commerce - 3 Years at TENGA
Looking to answer life's "most important questions". These include sexual health questions that I have searched for myself (using an incognito tab, of course) and topics that I can imagine people frequently ponder but have been too embarrassed to ask or even search.
Topics: Mostly about dicks it seems.
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Masturbating Before vs. After a Competition
Athletes are a superstitious lot. For instance, despite being debatably the greatest basketball player of all time, Michael Jordan would wear his college basketball shorts underneath his Chicago Bu...
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Can Masturbating Impact the Immune System?
Nobody likes getting sick. It hurts, there’s sweat and mucus everywhere, and that’s in the best-case scenario. Building a healthy immune system is key to preventing these awful moments, or at the v...
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How Does Masturbation Affect the Brain?
Despite growing awareness, mental health is still a huge issue for many adults in the UK. And this doesn’t only refer to 'major' conditions like depression. Anxiety, poor sleep, and pent-up stress ...
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Gooning: an internet trend where hours of masturbation lead to a trance-like state. Learn here what gooning really means, how it differs from edging, what opportunities and risks exist, when you sh...
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It’s pretty safe to say that the hand is an essential part of masturbating. The hand was there for many as the first time they experienced an orgasm, and has been the main “tool” for jerking it eve...
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Best Time to Masturbate — Is There a Perfect Time of Day?
These days, it feels like everything has to be optimized: the perfect diet, the perfect time to eat, the perfect workout, the perfect time to sleep, even the best way to sleep. No half measures, on...
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Masturbating With a Condom — Why and How to Try It
Ah yes, the Posh Wank. A charming little British term for when you masturbate with a condom on. To those unfamiliar, the very idea might raise an eyebrow. Why on earth would someone need to masturb...
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Not sure who needs to hear this, but masturbation is pretty great. Sure, we could talk about all the health benefits and how it can help with mental health or stress. But let’s be honest—no one’s r...
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Masturbation on its own has plenty of health benefits. It triggers the release of various "feel-good" chemicals that can reduce stress, and best of all, orgasms feel great. It’s hard to argue again...
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Should You Masturbate in the Morning?
Mornings can be difficult for many people. Getting out of bed bleary-eyed, out of it, with aches and pains and only starting to feel alive after some tea means that mornings are not always associat...
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Well, well, well, look who's stumped for gift ideas this holiday season. Don't worry, we've all been there. It can be pretty tricky to get just the right gift for the special people in your life, e...
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Best Sex Toys for Small Penises
Having a "small penis" has been stigmatized by our society. We make jokes about it in person and in all sorts of media. Studies have shown that only 55% of men are satisfied with the size of their ...
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10 Sex Toy Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Once kept strictly in the shadows, sex toys have now become legitimate allies for pleasure, well-being, and self-discovery. Today, they are a welcome addition to both solo play and partner intimacy...
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Beginner’s Guide to Sex Toys for Men
Exploring your sexuality is a natural and healthy step that contributes to personal well-being and a better understanding of your body. Male sex toys are no longer a taboo subject and have now esta...
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Not all hope is lost if you happen to be experiencing ED. While it is of course important to speak with a doctor, reversing the effects of ED may take some time and you might feel the need to “rele...
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Traveling With Sex Toys: How To Pack and What To Expect
Packing for a trip is always a hassle, especially when dealing with airline restrictions on luggage weight and the number of bags you can bring. With so many rules to keep track of, it can be overw...
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The Complete Guide to PREMIUM TENGA
The TENGA CUP Series is the foundation of the TENGA brand, the products our company started with and built upon. Over the years, not only have these CUPs been renewed, but additional CUPs have been...
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Even though the FLIP ORBs did win the 2020 Red Dot Design award, that hasn’t stopped us from tweaking the design for further improvements. Hence the new FLIP ORB OCEAN BLUE and FLIP ORB SUNSET ORAN...
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Great Single-use TENGA Toys for Valentines' Day
If you’re reading this, it’s probably close to Valentine’s Day and you need something to make the night special for your partner. We have some great single-use toys that are perfect for your Valent...
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Maybe you have so far only heard the name, or seen signs around town, but what is TENGA? and where is TENGA from? This article will explain a bit about the brand, the products, and its history. TEN...
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How to use TENGA with Your Partner
To keep the passion going you and your partner may need to add a little extra “spice” to your sex. Don’t worry if you aren’t sure how. We here at TENGA are here to help. To get you ready for Valent...
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This may come as a surprise to some that penises come in many different shapes and sizes. What’s more, we as a society have come up with fun nicknames for these differences. For example, anaconda t...
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How Does a Vasectomy Affect Ejaculation?
WARNING: For those who have a penis and testicles, be advised that the following blog may cause discomfort due to the mental images the subject of this blog may encourage. That said, you probably d...
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How Long can a Man go Without Having Sex?
A lot of men do not have sex. In Yorkshire alone, it was found that 10% of men are not sexually active, making it the region with the lowest rate of sexual activity. It might be a common reaction t...
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It’s the burning question of the ages—one that has intrigued people for generations. A question that lingers in the minds of many at the start of their sexual journey. And yet, it remains one of th...
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If you are old enough, try to think back to those “fun” times of puberty. Voice changes, hair starts to grow under your arms, acne starting to pop up at the worst of times, and for some, the discov...
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In order to maintain a happy and healthy sex life (and to keep your toy working well), cleaning after use is essential. And if you are new to the sex toy game? Don't worry! We'll cover the pro tips...
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The Benefits Of Masturbation: Why It's Good For You
Have you ever thought about the benefits of masturbation? Obviously, it feels really, really good (especially with a TENGA item). For many, the enjoyment alone is reason enough, but there are addit...
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There are plenty of different male masturbation techniques that you might be comfortable with at first, only to find out they may be causing more harm than good. Outside of safety, you might just b...
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How Using Sex Toys for Couples Improves Intimacy
Sex toys provide a pathway for couples to explore not only their own sexual preferences, but also those of their partner. Moreover, engaging in sexual activities can elevate oxytocin levels, the "l...
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