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ShineNatural Peppermint Sugar Scrub – Unleash Your Sexy, Naturally.

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I had the honor of experiencing two of Shinenatural’s newest products. One of which was the Peppermint Sugar Scrub.  Let  me start off by saying that this is not a paid advertisement.

I was able to snag this as one of the swag items at Power of the Vadge, and I am officially hooked.

First off, there are like five ingredients – all of which are natural. Some people are skeptics of natural products because they underestimate their potency.

Natural products are far more beneficial to your skin than most of the chemically made products on the market.

Each ingredient usually has a medicinal or restorative property. Let’s dissect, shall we?

ShineNatural Valerie

The owner of ShineNatural, Valerie Z.M. aims to create all natural alternatives to our favorite body care and cleaning products. So far, she is doing awesome.

For starters, this Peppermint Sugar Scrub is better than some of the products I have purchased in stores. It’s all-natural and is made locally, which is even more awesome.

All Natural Sugar Scrub
ShineNatural Peppermint Sugar Scrub

I jumped in the shower and scrubbed my face and body, it felt like a spa quality product. The granules of sugar are small enough to gently clean pores, but big enough to massage the skin. I felt such a pleasant tingle when I stepped out the shower, and my skin felt oh so soft. I could see a difference in the size of my pores, and the oils smoothed out my skin tone instantly.

Scrub Review - After Face

Note: I do not wear makeup on a normal basis. In this picture, I have on blush and lip stain – nothing more. That skin is all me!

Sexiness isn’t all about your vagina/penis. Feeling sexy helps you look sexy, and looking sexy helps you feel sexy! Taking care of yourself inside and out is crucial to both, and I am an advocate of natural self-care methods. Take some time out to love you!

Thanks to ingredients like coconut oil, I look forward to seeing a change in my overall skin tone and brightness. It’s a great product, and I’m honored to feature it at LeVadge Shop.

Get $1.00 off each order of sugar scrub with coupon code VSHINE

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2014 ShineNatural LLC

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MorningHead – Review for Natural Hair

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MorningHead  Cap

Morning Head for Natural Hair

Hey Vadgesters! So if you are a Shark Tank fan like I am, you may have seen the eposiode with a dope product called MorningHead. The creator demonstrated how users could fix their bedhead  without having to wash their hair each day. That demonstration looked something like this…

MorningHead Instructions

This may be a bit less attainable for curly/kinky individuals,  but I have found a practical use nonetheless.  Many of us love the effects of steaming our hair, but don’t have the time to sit under a steamer every day. Not to mention that hair steamers are pricey for those on a budget.

I was honored to receive a sample MorningHead box to review,  and now I can share the results with you all.

Note: This is not a paid advertisement. I received the product in exchange for my honest feedback.

I modified the standard instructions to suit my natural hair needs:

The night before, I twisted my hair up into bantu knots to retain lenth.

I put a shower cap over my shrunken morning afro, then added hot water to the MorningHead cap.

MorningHead cap on natural hair
MorningHead cap on natural hair

While showering, I let the cap steam my hair up.

MorningHead Review

I let the knots down and removed the twists after they air dried on my way to work. Then, I pulled my hair up in a bunny tail (ponytails are straight, lol) for the day.

MorningHead review on natural hair

It worked great! I didn’t even do all that I wanted to do with it, but I was able to retain more moisture and length than usual. On my next go round, I’ll try hotter water, as well as a leave-in conditioner before steaming. I can’t wait to do it again. This is perfect for morning after hair. Just keep a cap in your purse, lol.

For about $10, this is a useful purchase for natural hair. It may not be what the MorningHead creator had in mind, but it worked perfectly. Shoppers have the option to purchase one-time or subscribe monthly. Let’s see how long this one lasts, I may need one at my door all the time!

Check out the MorningHead website here

How to Use a Male Masturbation Sleeve…

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Many of my video tutorials lean more towards women’s preferences – mostly because much of the sex toy market is women’s products. Tonight, I feature the

Gigi Male Masturbation Sleeve by Passion Parties. Fellas need love, too! The treat in this video is that ladies can reap the benefits of this awesome toy. Take a peek after the jump.

*This video has been transcribed for the deaf and hard of hearing – enjoy!*

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How to Use a Masturbation Sleeve:

 

1. Ensure that the toy is clean before use.

 

2. Drop a few drops of lube in the sleeve, and on your penis.

3. Gently insert the penis.

4. Enjoy!

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For Oral Sex:

1. Drop your favorite flavored lube or Oral Sex Gel onto the penis

2. Insert penis into sleeve until the tip of the penis exits the other end.

3. Enjoy!

Carpal Tunnel Relief Exercises

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Carpal Tunnel Relief Exercises

Many of us suffer from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome for various reasons. As a writer, I encounter its symptoms much more often that most people. If you experience C.T. symptoms – these exercises may work very well for you. 

*Note: I’ve included a few affiliate links to help with your remedy shopping. Enjoy!*

Read: Can I Get Carpal Tunnel From Masturbating?

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Easy Exercises for Carpal Tunnel Relief

Before starting these exercises, you may want to prep the muscles with a few drops of essential oil. Peppermint oil and ylang ylang are known to have relieving, anti-inflammatory benefits without chemical ingredients.

Carpal Tunnel
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You can also use natural supplements for muscle relief, like Arnica Montana.

Now, back to the workout. These simple exercises may help alleviate some of the pain and pressure of carpal tunnel. I typically do these moves throughout the day, as a way to stretch the tendons and loosen the muscles while working.

Carpal Tunnel

Carpal Tunnel

Flexion and Extension Exercises

Flexion and Extension relax and stretch the muscles for maximum relief.

These are great moves to use if you sit at a desk and type often, as the repetitive motion often causes muscles to seize/tighten.

Each motion serves a purpose and targets a specific muscle area.

 

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Carpal Tunnel Relief

The above motions are helpful for those who lift/hold items in the same position on a regular basis (weight lifters, machine operators, drivers, etc.).

Flexing the inner muscles can help relieve tension. It may also alleviate  discomfort experienced through prolonged squeezing (I’m looking at you, chronic masturbators).

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Carpal Tunnel
Hand Stretching Exercises for CT

Have you tried these moves? Did they work for you? Feel free to add your tips and suggestions in the comments below – you never know who you may help!

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“Power of the V” (Pole Dance and Passion) – Photo Recap

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If you missed my first event, consider this your re-up. Power of the V was my first women’s gathering, and it was awesome. The evening gave guests a chance to unwind, relax with friends and dance all night. 

5Ten Lauderhill
The Studio 5Ten lounge

Drinks and sweet treats were out for the ladies to enjoy.

**Side Note:** Photos are limited, the ladies were having too much fun**

We started off the night with chair dance lessons from “Diamond’s Den.” She empowered the Guests to get seductive to  the sounds of Beyonce. Boy, did we dance!

After intermission, we sat down and I introduced my guest vendors.

Tiffany with "those crazy wrap things"
Tiffany with “those crazy wrap things”

Tiffany came through from ItWorks Global – she’s got an amazing 45lb ssuccess story.

She looked awesome, too!

Johanna Dazzle Her Now
Johanna from Dazzle Her Now

Johanna from Dazzle Her Now surprised the girls with 50% Off her awesome jewelry and accessories – they went wild. My mom and I snagged some great accessories which I’ll share on my personal blog (sn3akrfr3akr.blogspot.com).

 

 

Valerie ShineNatura
Kimi’s Awesome Sauce by ShineNatural

Valerie came through with goodies fron ShineNatural. In celebration of  My new toys – she

Made a chocolate body butter just for me! “Kimi’s Awesome Sauce will be available at shop.vforvadge.com very soon.

 

Studio 5Ten
The Passion Party Preview

 

I opened the floor for questions and we talked about various taboo topics like kegels and vaginal health. The ladies were given samples courtesy of Healthy Hoohoo, and I stressed the importance of taking proper care of your vadge.

 

 

Event Goodie Bag
Goodies from Power of the V

All in all, it was a great night. I appreciate everyone who came through and had a good time.

Can I Get Carpal Tunnel From Masturbation?

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It may seem like a trivial question, but if you know what I know -this is actually one that has a great answer.

So, can you get Carpal Tunnel Syndrome from masturbation?

 

First, let’s talk about the scientific stuff first. What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Carpal Tunnel Masturbation
What Is Carpal Tunnel

Carpal Tunnel is one of the most common nerve entrapment syndromes. The median nerve is compressed at the wrist, causing many symptoms.  Paresthesia is most common; a Sensations of tingling, tickling, prickling,  pricking or burning with no long term physical effects. Essentially, the main signs of Carpal Tunnel are numbness and clumsiness of the hands.

Carpal Tunnel Masturbation
Can I Get Carpal Tunnel from Masturbation?

Now, to the question at hand – can you get CT through masturbation? The answer is yes.

Damage from CT is created after repetitive use of the hand(s) in the same motion. Individuals may experience weakening of the muscles,  making gripping other items a challenge. For a man, his hand may begin to cramp when making cupping motions.  For a woman, focal points may vary based on how she masturbates (manually, with a toy or both). Either way, both males and females are capable of developing this disorder.

Carpal Tunnel and Masturbation
How Do I Treat Carpal Tunnel?

How Do I Prevent Carpal Tunnel?

Typically, people protect their hands from Carpal Tunnel with the use of hand braces and special gloves. This may prove to be both uncomfortable and unsanitary if masturbating. Consider alternating hands on the days/times you masturbate in order to give your hands a break. Using stimulation aides like toys may also alleviate some of the pressure applied when pleasuring oneself.

How Do I Treat It? 

There are a few exercises that can alleviate much of the pain endured by carpal tunnel hands.

Easy Exercises for Carpal Tunnel Reilief

Clitoris Literacy (Cliteracy) 101

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From the Writer’s Desk: Guys, I’ll let you in on a big secret; this is a very popular topic among women. So many times, males think that because a technique worked on one woman, it will do the same for another. That is false information. Many women don’t believe they can achieve orgasm from clitoral stimulation, but it’s quite possible that their guy just wasn’t following the rules. Check these tips out and try them at home with caution.

– Nuff Love,

Kimi

P.S. – Never use teeth. Ever! 

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Sex Tips: Clitoral Stimulation

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The clitoris is not a bull’s-eye, power switch, or launch button. “You can’t just go for the gold,” says Rebecca Chalker, author of The Clitoral Truth. “You might short-circuit her body’s elaborate arousal process.” Your step-by-step guide to treating her right starts by taking it slow.

1. EASE INTO IT “The nerve-packed tip of the clitoris is sensitive at first,” says Chalker. “But just above the clitoral tip lies a short shaft—a genetic cousin to your penis—that can help her warm up.”

Try this After some foreplay, stimulate this inner shaft. Push down on her lower abdomen with your outstretched fingers, massaging the skin on either side of her vagina in a scissors motion, causing the skin of her inner labia to caress the shaft.

Clitoris extra credit  “Don’t Reach for My Clitoris”

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2. MOVE TO THE MIDDLE
 Gradually tease inward with your fingers, occasionally brushing against and lubricating the clitoral hood and the length of her inner lips in a light up-and-down motion.

Try this Position yourself between her legs and use your palm to cover her vulva, keeping your fingers stretched over her pubic mound (as if you were palming a basketball). Use her lips to gently tease the clitoris.

3. BE DIRECT On the brink of orgasm, a symphony of muscles and ligaments pulls the clitoral tip back under its hood. “It’s a good sign,” says Debby Herbenick, Ph.D., the Men’s Health “Sex Professor.”

Try this If she’s comfortable with direct stimulation, replace your palm with two fingers on the tip of her clitoris. “Once she’s fully aroused, she’s just as eager and hungry as you are,” says Susie Bright, editor of the Best American Erotica series. Start light and increase pressure until you find her sweet spot.

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Clitoris extra credit Give Her a Blended Orgasm with 5 Techniques to Target the Clitoris and G-Spot

4. DO AN INSIDE JOB If direct touch is too much, stimulate the inner labia.

Try this Use your fingers or a toy to stimulate the buried “legs” of her clitoris, which run up into her vaginal wall like a wishbone at 10 o’clock and 2 o’clock. “Just before orgasm, look for contractions around her vagina and lower abdomen,” says Herbenick.

5. PUT IT ALL TOGETHER A woman’s blood flows freely through her tissues after orgasm, making repeat performances easier.

Try this From behind, angle your penis down at the vaginal wall. In the missionary position, keep pressure on her most sensitive spot with your lower abdomen by tipping your hips forward.

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Sources: 

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How To Eliminate Your Gag Relex…

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How to Eliminate Your Gag Reflex

What seems like the stuff of legend can now be yours! As we’ve discussed on a previous post, porn stars make certain sexual acts seem so effortless. Take for example, their lack of gag reflex. How many times have you tilted your head in amazement wondering how they get it all in there? Not to worry, I have a solution that may solve your gagging woes and get rid of the gag reflex whenever you want.

 

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How to Eliminate The Gag Reflex
How the gag reflex works…
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I’d like to add that these remedies can serve other, non-sexual purposes. If you have trouble brushing your tongue in the morning,  or have a sensitive palate – keep reading. While gagging may seem like a dirty word, it happens outside of the bedroom quite often. Regardless of this fact, there are many people looking to solve the issue in order to become a more intricate (and seemingly experienced) partner.
Read “What to Expect When He’s Expecting” for more on the act of fellatio.
When learning the act of fellatio,  one of the biggest obstacles is overcoming the fear of puking. Gagging is a natural reflex designed to prevent animals from choking on food or foreign objects. Your throat has no idea that you’re enjoying yourself (it actually thinks you’re dying!) Sure, you can use mints and sprays, but those are tricks for the pros. Not only does it shut down your urge to gag, it may cause you to choke if you eat or drink shortly after. Throat numbing is a great idea, but definitely not for starters.
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Let’s start with the basics. If you’re new to this, don’t attempt to stunt like Lethal Lippz or old school Jenna Jameson. Take it easy. You may find that your gag reflex triggers simply because you’re taking on more than you can chew. When you feel like you may gag, stop. Before you continue, do this…
Getting Rid of Gag Reflex
How to Stop Your Gag Reflex

 

Yes, the secret to stopping your gag reflex is a tightly balled fist. How does it work? Simple physiology. A 2008 study from the American Dental Association shows that a pressure point in the palm suppresses the urge to choke.

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Hum.

Distracting your Throat by humming may deactivate the involuntary reflex that

Causes you to gag. It also creates a nice sensation for your partner.

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Salt to Stop Gag Reflex
How to Stop Gag Reflex

Try Table Salt

Put a dab of table salt on your tongue; the receptors responsible for the gag reflex are temporarily numbed. Gargling with salt water is another alternative.

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Need a long-term solution? Try numbing mints!

 

Resources:

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How can I prevent gagging in the dentist’s chair?

The Vadge Confessionals – Freaky Friday…

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I’d like to introduce you to our newest guest writer, who will remain shrouded in secrecy.  He’s introducing us to a world of fetish, which may be new to some readers. I have a feeling this is going to be sensational…

 

Have you ever thought about how hard it is to write about yourself – in the first-person? You haven’t? Let me tell you, it’s not that easy. Now let’s try adding in the subject of SEX! How hard, then, is it tocommunicate about yourself without everything coming out sounding like a humble-brag or worse, really, really pervy??
Well, that’s my task, good reader: to keep you on the edge of your seat, as we discuss some very interesting (and sometimes very taboo) things, without making you too uncomfortable and withoutseeming too…grandiose. Yeah, that’s a good word. So, let’s begin shall we, and see how I do…
Without giving too much away, I’m a Generation X, African-American man, identifying with and being “straight” on the sexual continuum (more on the continuum at later). Pretty well educated, with a college degree from a great university, I own a successful business at the intersection of technology and the creative arts. I live in one of the major cities on the Atlantic seaboard. Looks-wise, I’ve been told I’m handsome and attractive. I don’t believe myself to be dramatically so, but I’m not a mud-duck, if that’s what you’re wondering.
Basically, I’m a regular dude. More or less anonymous.
I’m the guy you’d see on the street, perhaps smile at, say a passing hello to, and keep it moving. You won’t notice me studying the fluidity of your body movement…
If you see me often enough, maybe we converse; you know, small talk. You won’t notice me checking out your high-heeled shoes. Your hips, your legs. Your ass. We might exchange numbers. Go on a date or two. You’ll miss me looking at how you slide into your seat. The very feminine way you cross and uncross your legs…
We’ll have a good, pedestrian time. You won’t know how I’ve already fantasized about quietly sliding your skirt up, and fingering you under the table at dinner, then licking my fingers as if you’re the main course.
You’ll decide, I’m a “good guy” fun to be with, smart, witty at times. And then you’ll think “maybe I’ll give him some. Why not?” And that’s what it’ll appear to be: Plain. Just some sex.
Until I get you home.
That’s when things go from run-of-the-mill intercourse to something way more…energetic and interesting. And stimulating. Maybe even a bit unnerving. At least until your first orgasm…
And that’s where we’ll pick up next time…
We’re going to be talking about fetishes. Mmmm, fetishes…Sorry, I had a moment…Fetishes and everything but “vanilla” sex. We’ll define what is meant by “vanilla” as we go along, but just trust methat we’re not going to be discussing the simple missionary encounter with the lights out, in your bedroom on a Friday night (though for the record, that can be an exceptionally wonderful experience)…
In short, we’re going to have a lot of fun! Hell, it’s sex, so how can it NOT be?

 Check out our previous Vadge Confessionals here…

Interview With The Super Endowed…

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Interview With the Super Endowed…

 

With the average penis size at 5.1 inches erect, men all over the world are trying everything to measure up. It seems almost absurd to wonder if any men worry about being too big. Today, I invite you to enter the world of a gentleman we’ll simply call “A.” He is what the world would consider far above average. I have interviewed him candidly to delve into the secret society of very endowed men, and to give you a quick peek inside his world.

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Kimi: What is your current measurement?

  • A: Officially, 11.625 (inches)

 

At what age did you realize you were above average in penis size?

  • – Second marking period, health glass in the 10th grade… So a little after my 16th birthday.  Dr. Kline spoke about the average size of an erect man and I laughed to the point of tears.

 

Are your partners ever intimidated by this gift?

  • – Most have a reaction, positive or negative. Intimidation can be one of those reactions.  I’ve also had an experience with a woman who was underwhelmed.  She didn’t want any partners that weren’t at least 12″ and refused to be intimate with me.

Do you disclose this before intercourse, or do you allow the individual to discover it?

  • – Tricky question.  It depends on the woman and how I met them.  I suppose it depends on my mindset, too.  There’s a time where I felt that all I had to offer was my size so I sought out women that would respond positively to it (aka size queens).  As I grew out of that phase, I wanted women to like me for who I was as a person so I concealed it for as long as I could.

 

Is there a downside to being extra endowed?

  • – I call it “the side show effect.”  Being objectified (when I don’t want to be, that is) sucks.  It becomes a turn off actually.  Being listed in someone’s phone as your measurements is a major turn off…

 Any bonuses to an extra large penis?

  • – When I was more vindictive/younger/more carefree about how I was received, I used sex as a weapon.  I’d be a liar if I didn’t use my size to get something or take advantage of a situation.  That’s the power of negative attention…

If you could go back 5 years, what would you change about your sex life?

  • – 5 years? Probably would have been celibate longer.

Share a funny/strange story that you’ve experienced because of your size.

  • – I guess its just strange the level of ignorance I had for my own body for so long.

When I was younger, I had this idea of being “normal” and I was dead set on being that no matter what.  The problem is, I thought part of being normal was my size matching my grade.  It was linear in that regard from the sixth grade.  So, 7th grade I thought I should be 7 inches and so on.

By the time I got to 9th grade, I was convinced that I wasn’t normal because I didn’t get to 9″ until about the third marking period.  Mark you, I was 15 years old.  When I had that health class the following year, I very literally couldn’t focus on anything else for a few weeks.  I went around asking ex girlfriends if they knew that I was bigger than the norm… I wanted to ask my dad but thankfully I didn’t.  Basically,  I was in a state of shock until I grew again in the 11th grade. By then, I hit 11″ and had a superiority complex.

Read Interview With the Super Endowed Part Deux (Two) Here.

Stay tuned for more “Interviews With…”

Resources:

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/271647.php