Je Joue Minimum Stretch Cock Ring

The Je Joue Minimum Stretch is a soft silicone cock ring with the least give in Je Joue's stretch range, so it holds more firmly than its softer siblings. Je Joue sorts its rings by how much they stretch rather than by size, which makes choosing simpler: you pick the intensity you want. This blue ring has a non-slip surface that stays put once it's in place, and it's fully waterproof and boil-safe.

Choosing a ring by stretch, not size

Most cock rings are sold by diameter, and guessing wrong is common. Je Joue takes a different approach. Each of its rings is made to stretch a set amount, and the stretch level decides how strong the hold feels. Minimum stretch means the silicone resists more as it opens, so it squeezes more firmly. Je Joue suggests this level for experienced users and for anyone with less girth; if you're new to cock rings or have more girth, a stretchier level from the same range will feel gentler.

Putting it on

Unstretched, the ring is 1.25 inches across, and the soft silicone opens wide enough to slip on at any time, even once you're already hard. Stretch it with two fingers on each side, slide it down to where you want it and let it close. The non-slip finish then grips lightly so it doesn't creep during sex. A drop of water-based lube on the skin helps if it drags. If you're unsure, try it soft first, so you learn how firmly it holds before arousal adds pressure.

Base or balls, not both

Because the Minimum Stretch is the firmest option, Je Joue recommends wearing it either around the base of the penis or around the testicles, not around both at once. Around the shaft gives a focused hold; around the balls gives a lighter, lifting pressure that some people prefer for longer sessions. If you want a ring that goes around everything together, choose a stretchier level. Many people own two levels and switch depending on mood, using the firmer one for shorter, more intense sessions.

Wear time and comfort

Keep each session to about 20 to 30 minutes, and take it off sooner if you feel cold, numb or sore. A firmer ring makes this even more important, so build up gradually over the first few uses. Stretch it open to remove it rather than pulling it off over sensitive skin. Never sleep in a cock ring. If you find the hold too strong even for a short session, that's a sign to try a stretchier level rather than to push through.

Waterproof and easy to sterilize

The ring is 100% silicone with no phthalates, and it's fully waterproof, so it can come into the bath or shower. Cleaning is unusually flexible: wash it with warm water and mild soap, boil it, or put it on the top rack of the dishwasher. Dry it before you put it away. Use water-based lube, since silicone lube can wear down silicone toys.

Specifications

• Brand: Je Joue, Minimum Stretch Cock Ring
• Type: stretchy silicone cock ring, firmest stretch level
• Material: 100% silicone, phthalate-free
• Unstretched diameter: 1.25"
• Stretched measurement: 8" (as listed by Je Joue)
• Water resistance: 100% waterproof
• Care: boilable and dishwasher safe
• Colour: Blue

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