What is the difference between eroticism and porn? In eroticism you use a feather, while in porn you use the whole chicken.

Of course this is a joke, but as in many jokes there is a grain of truth in it. A feather tickler fits perfectly in erotic seduction. Do you like to know how you can use a feather tickler on your partner? Or do you want to learn what to look for when you want to buy one? Continue reading.

What is a feather tickler?

Often, when you want to give your love life a new impuls, some will say you should start with (mild) BDSM. A feather tickler is also sometimes seen as a BDSM toy. But even when you are not ‘into’ that, you can still enjoy these toys. For many people the step into bondage, temperature play or spanking can be quite big. A feather tickler can be a nice interim step, because it is less intimidating than leather straps, whips, or even dildos and vibrators.

A feather tickler looks a bit like a feather duster: it is a bunch of feathers on a stick. Only, you are not supposed to dust off the furniture with it; just your love life.

The goal of using the feather tickler is to use it to stimulate the senses. By touching your partner all over the body with it, you will stimulate the nerve endings. That will make the entire skin more sensitive.

The great thing about a feather tickler is that you can use it in both a romantic and a kinky setting. You can tickle with it, but you can also gently use it to hit. That makes a feather tickler a versatile toy that can be used for many hot adventtures

How to use a feather tickler?

It’s very easy to use a feather tickler. Just hold the handle and move the feathers on the skin of your partner. He or she will experience the soft titillation and the skin will become extra sensitive.

Just experiment by letting the feathers stroke your partner in different ways. You can let the feathers barely touch the skin, or rub it a bit harder. Make long strokes, or move the handle between the fingers so it makes a twirling movement.

Use the feather tickler like you would do a massage. Start on the back of your partner from the neck down, along the buttock and over the legs. Just remember that the soles of the feet can be very tickly and not everyone will enjoy that. Then move to the front of the body, from the neck to the arms. The inside of the elbows is very sensitive. Then tease the breasts and nipples and go further down. Leave the genitals to the very last.

Tips for using feather ticklers

Of course a feather ticklers feels nice, but the best part of any erotic arousal is in between the ears. You can intensify the experience when you pay attention to the atmosphere. Make sure the setting is nice, with some dimmed light, a relaxing music and a nice scented candle.

You might also want to perfume the feathers to enhance the fragrance senses.

When one sense is stimulated, it can be enhanced by disabling another. In this case you can for example pt a blindfold on with your partner. With a blindfold on, every touch will feel extra intense.

If you like – or dare – you can take it a step further by tying your partner down. If your partner can’t move, it will make things even more exciting.

How to choose the right feather tickler?

Most feather ticklers are basically the same. There are some minor differences though. Mostly it is the length of the handle and the material and number of feathers. Some have just one feather, while others have a bundle of silicone feathers.

There are also feather ticklers that have a feather at one side and a riding whip a at the other.

A nice small feather tickler for beginners is this naughty toy. It has super soft turkey feathers and a short handle for pointed stimulation. It is only €7,95 and it is also available in the colors red, pink and purple.

If you rather have a feather tickler on a longer stick, you might prefer this one with a 44 centimeter length. The feathers are incredibly soft but short. You can use it for targeted stimulation. This feather tickler is also available in black, pink and purple and only costs €9,95.

There are also several feather ticklers with just one feather at the top. Like this one with an extra large feather. The handle and feather together are 62 centimeters long.

If you prefer to combine the feather tickler with a riding whip, the Teddy Love feather tickler is a nice toy. Attached to one side are feathers to tease your partner with. On the other side is a whip with a nice paw shaped design, which leaves a nice mark. It also has a noose for around the wrist, so it will not just slip off. You can also use it to hang it in the closet after use. The Teddy Love only costs €22,95.

A luxurious feather tickler doesn’t need to be expensive either. That proves LELO with their Tantra Tickler. ​It is made of very light feathers that feel really soft. The luxurious grip has a great grip and gives it that premium appearance. This Tantra Tickler from LELO costs €27,95.