Tenga Egg Shiny II

Open the Tenga Egg Shiny II and the pattern on the shell tells you what's inside: lines bursting out from the centre like a sun. This compact male masturbator has a sun-ray interior of ribs radiating along the sleeve, giving a sharper, more directional feel than the soft bumps of some other Eggs. It's part of Tenga's updated Hard Boiled II line, and like all Eggs it's a stretchy one-session sleeve with lube included.

What the sun-ray texture does

The ribs fan outward from the centre, so as you stroke, their edges pass across you at an angle rather than straight on. Tenga describes the effect as a swirl. It's firm and noticeable without being rough. Compared with the original Tenga Egg Shiny, the II's ribs are part of the newer Hard Boiled II moulding, which aims for more defined edges.

Getting the Shiny II ready

Peel off the wrapping and open the shell. Inside you'll find the sleeve and a 5 ml sachet of Tenga's Egg Lotion. Pour the lube into the sleeve and spread a little around the opening. Stretch the opening with your fingers, then roll the sleeve on from the base. Hold it by the thicker lower part while you use it; pulling on the thin top can split it. Afterwards, tuck it back into the shell and dispose of it.

Sizing a stretchy male masturbator

The closed egg is small, around 52 × 52 × 67 mm and 53 g, but the TPE sleeve is described as super-elastic and fits most sizes. The main thing is technique: more lube and a slower roll-on make the fit far more comfortable than forcing it.

Making the most of the ribs

Slow, full-length strokes let you feel each radiating rib pass by, while quicker, shorter strokes blur them into a buzzier sensation. Try both before settling on one. Giving the Egg a gentle quarter-turn as you move changes the angle the ribs cross you at, which is where the swirl Tenga describes really shows. Squeezing the sleeve in your fist pushes the texture closer for a stronger feel; a loose grip softens it.

Who it suits

The Shiny II is a good first stroker for anyone curious but not ready to spend on a reusable toy. It's also handy for travel, since it weighs almost nothing and leaves nothing to clean. And because the shell looks like a plain white egg, it doesn't draw attention in a bag or a bedside drawer. If you prefer gentler, softer textures, one of the smoother Eggs may suit you more than the Shiny II's defined ribs. If you already own Eggs and want to compare, the Hard Boiled II six-pack puts the Shiny II alongside the rest of the series.

Lube top-ups and storage

Five millilitres is enough for a short session, but Eggs are far more comfortable when they're well lubricated. Keep a bottle of Tenga Egg Lotion or another water-based lube nearby; don't use silicone lube with the TPE sleeve. Store unopened Eggs in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight.

Specifications

• Brand: Tenga, Egg Hard Boiled II series
• Model: Egg Shiny II
• Texture: sun-ray pattern of radiating ribs
• Size closed: about 52 × 52 × 67 mm
• Weight: 53 g
• Materials: TPE sleeve, polypropylene shell
• Included: 5 ml sachet of Tenga Egg Lotion (water-based)
• Use: single use
• Colour: white

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