Gags

The classics are ball gags, bit gags and ring or O-ring gags, plus panel and muzzle styles. Ball gags are the most recognizable; bit gags sit more like a horse bit and tend to feel less intense.

Go small. A compact ball, a breathable ball with holes, or a soft bit gag with an adjustable strap is a comfortable way to find out whether you enjoy it.

Agree on a non-verbal signal before you start, like tapping three times or dropping a small object you're holding, and treat it exactly like a safeword. Never leave a gagged partner alone, and remove the gag right away if they signal.

Mouthpieces are usually silicone or rubber, with straps in leather, faux leather or nylon. Each product page lists the materials and whether the strap is adjustable.

A ball gag is a ball, usually silicone or rubber, held in the mouth by an adjustable strap that buckles behind the head. It's used in bondage play to limit speech. Breathable balls have holes that let air through, like the Sportsheets Saffron Breathable Ball Gag and the Sex & Mischief Lace Breathable Ball Gag.

Start with a small ball and short sessions, agree on a non-verbal stop signal, and never leave a gagged partner alone. Gags pair well with cuffs and restraints.