Review: Lovehoney Glow-in-the-Dark Dildo

As an Australian I don’t tend to make as big as a deal here about the current spooky season as some of my overseas friends, but growing up in Britain means that Halloween is still very much a holiday that holds a dear place in my heart. Still, it’s because of this, and my usual affinity for cute rather than horror toys, that it’s not often you’ll find me participating in any spooktober-style reviews. So when Lovehoney recently reached out to me about their new October releases, my eyes were immediately drawn to the adorable-looking Glow-in-the-Dark Dildo far more than any of their Halloween inspired products. Little did I know however, that when the lights are turned off this dildo become possibly the most spooky of them all! Thus, for the very first time, here I am with a extra special Halloween review!

The box for the Lovehoney Glow-in-the-Dark Dildo likens it to a glow stick, and I think this is a very accurate description. With an inner core made up of pink luminous silicone surrounded by an outer layer of translucent silicone, Lovehoney have matched the two mediums perfectly to create a dildo that genuinely looks like it has a glow stick stuck inside of it. Rather than just appearing like any other glow-in-the-dark toy when the lights are turned off however, the dual silicone then works to brilliant effect as the glowing core shines through its outer layer, illuminating it from the inside to create a ghostly visage. Created using a pouring technique typically reserved for dual-density toys, this dildo is sadly not one of them, as it uses the same density for both of its layers. Still, having the outer layer use translucent silicone means that it provides a wonderful visual example of what this popular method looks like (which is great for me since it can often be difficult to describe to people), while creating an awesome effect at the same time. On that note, this is also my very first toy that uses translucent silicone, as while this blend has been getting more popular for dildos in recent years, it is still quite uncommon. The Lovehoney Glow-in-the-Dark Dildo is then somewhat squishy but still with a fair amount of give, while its surface is beautifully smooth with a matte finish. Then, despite its unusual appearance, this toy is actually based on a realistic penis, featuring a pronounced head, raised veins and two smooth testicles. With an insertable length of 5.5 inches and a maximum diameter of 1.5 inches, which occurs just under the head, it is also very well sized and can be used without too much warming up. In addition, it also has a suction cup, which allows for it to be harness compatible and anal safe, and comes in blue, as well as the pink I have.

My order for the Glow-in-the-Dark Dildo was placed with Lovehoney on the 24th of September and I received it on the 4th of October. As usual it was completely discreet, with no mention of the company that sent it or the contents. The product packaging itself is then Lovehoney’s usual home-brand style, a simple white box featuring pictures and information on the toy alongside the company branding. Opening it up I then found the toy by itself and wrapped in a sealed plastic bag. Overall I am happy with all of this, since for its low price tag I wasn’t expecting anything further, plus it’s low waste. In addition this toy is also covered by Lovehoney’s 1-year product guarantee, as well as their 60 day Sex Toy Happiness Promise.

Just like with my only other glow-in-the-dark toy, the Uberrime Dr. Manhattan, this toy needs to “charge” under a bright light prior to using it in the dark for greatest effect. Lovehoney only recommend doing this for “a minute”, however I find that the longer you leave it the brighter it becomes and the longer it lasts, and so I typically like to charge mine under a lamp for at least 30 minutes. To show you what I mean I took some photos of the toy at various intervals after leaving it directly under a light for 1 minute and again for 30 minutes, and I think it demonstrates my point perfectly. Anyway, once the Lovehoney Glow-in-the-Dark Dildo is fully charged and the lights are off, I seriously just can’t get over how immensely cool it looks. Usually glow-in-the-dark anything just gives you the luminous outline of that item, which is frankly what I expected with this as well, but by having it be the core that’s glowing whilst it illuminates the clear silicone around it creates a totally different and unique effect. Firstly, I find that the hot pink colour is somewhat lost, so for anyone who is concerned by the lack of colour options for this product, it really doesn’t matter when it comes to using it in the dark. Instead it just gives off more of a whitish glow, and this leans more towards shades of purple than anything else. Then, while the core is obviously brightest area, the glow permeates the rest of the silicone to create an almost spectral phallic shape that radiates light so intensely that it illuminates its surroundings. Due to all of this it’s probably now easy to understand why I’ve decided to make this a Halloween themed review, because this thing really does look like a ghost dick!

Despite its size I do find I can insert the Lovehoney Glow-in-the-Dark Dildo without warming up, however if I want to make insertion even easier then I find using the Funkit Toys NoFrillDo R first works a treat. Thrusting it in then feels great (and looks even better if you’re in the dark), and while its straight shaft shoots right past my G-Spot, I do find its length can make its way to my A-Spot. Still, with a firmer density than what I typically use, the Glow-in-the-Dark Dildo isn’t the best for this sort of stimulation, as I find it to be more on the pokey than pleasurable side of things. Instead, my favourite way to use this toy has been for short thrusts, and when paired with a clitoral vibrator, such as the Dame Kip, this feels amazing. Another aspect about this toy that I found interesting is how to go about holding it, as with a prominent suction cup knowing where to place your hand is something that comes with experience, and I still don’t think I’ve quite mastered it. The first time I used it I held my hand directly over the cup, but I quickly found that it would stick to my palm, so much so that I could stop holding the toy altogether and just thrust it solely my moving my hand back and forth! This was something I’ve never experienced with a toy before and while very cool, its novelty quickly wears off when it begins to detach every time you go too quickly. Since then I’ve been trying to avoid holding it in this way, usually opting for either gripping onto the suction cup without resting my palm directly over it or holding the ballsack, but I’ve yet to find a comfortable position and so using this toy quickly leaves me with a sore arm and wrist, which often results in my sessions with it being cut short.

As you can probably guess, the suction cup on the Lovehoney Glow-in-the-Dark Dildo has to be one of the best I have ever tried. Sticking perfectly to any smooth surface (and even not-so-smooth surfaces for a short time, like the palm of my hand!), I am not able to remove it regardless of the amount of force I apply. Even when I am actually intending to remove it I can’t unless I actually peel the cup off to release the pressure. Needless to say, this toy is perfect for those who like to incorporate suction cups into their play.

Since the Lovehoney Glow-in-the-Dark Dildo is silicone and waterproof, cleaning it is easy. Just wash it in some warm soapy water before rinsing it and leaving it to air dry. After this I’d recommend storing it in a zip-lock bag to keep it clean between uses, as it attracts a fair amount of dust. In addition to this I’d also recommend sterilising the toy every few uses or when switching between partners or orifices. Lastly, make sure to only use water-based lubricants with this product, as others may have negative effects on the silicone.

As one of the cheapest silicone dildos I have ever reviewed, the Lovehoney Glow-in-the-Dark Dildo didn’t have to do much to win me over, but that didn’t stop it from trying. I was totally unprepared for how silky soft the surface of it would be or how brilliant the pink core would look with its coating of translucent silicone, and don’t even get me started on how it just completely transforms in the dark, with its phantasmal glow that makes me feel like I’m having an X-rated paranormal experience. Using it is then just as spooktastic, and I don’t think I’ll ever quite get over the novelty of watching its glowing shape disappear and reappear from inside of me. The only thing I can really fault this toy on was how awkward it was to hold, which consistently left me with a sore arm after use, however considering the reason for this was because the suction cup was so strong it would attach to my hand during use, maybe it’s more of a positive. After all, if you’re planning on only using this toy with the suction cup then you won’t be running into this issue anyway, and it pretty much tells you all you need to know about how effective it is. Overall I would absolutely recommend this product to those looking for a cheaper realistic dildo, especially if you prefer using toys with a suction cup, and if you’re looking to get spooky as well then that’s just an added bonus!

You can get the Lovehoney Glow-in-the-Dark Dildo for just $49.95 AUD at Lovehoney Australia or $29.99 USD at Lovehoney US, plus use my code HONEYX10 to get 10% OFF your total order!

I received this product in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. Affiliate links have been used in this post.