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Full Circle to Debut New Pleasure Products at ANME

Full Circle will introduce its new AI companion love dolls and head-equipped torso dolls at ANME trade show, running July 12-15 at the Burbank Marriott.

Eldorado Opens Preorders for 'Blō' Oral Pleasure Gel From JO

Eldorado Trading is now accepting preorders for the new Blō collection of oral pleasure gels from JO, with shipments beginning July 13.

Our Erotic Journey to Debut New App, Pleasure Products at ANME

Our Erotic Journey will introduce its new OEJ Remote App as well as six compatible new devices at ANME trade show in Burbank next month.

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Tips for Building a Pleasure Brand That Lasts

Each year, promising new indie brands enter the pleasure industry with fresh, creative designs meant to enhance intimacy, wellness and self-discovery. Some are embraced by retailers and shoppers, while others fade quietly.

Ian Kulp ·

XBIZ Virtual Pleasure Products Trade Show Set for July 28-30

To facilitate global business between brands and buyers without the need for travel, XBIZ is pleased to reintroduce a virtual edition of its pleasure products events, set for July 28-30.

Lovense Reveals Results of 'Prostate Pleasure' Survey

Lovense has published the results of a survey on men’s reluctance to explore prostate pleasure.

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How Pleasure Brands Can Capture Attention Through Press Trips

In many industries, press trips are considered desirable but optional — a bonus rather than a core element of a brand’s marketing strategy. In sexual wellness, however, they are essential.

Bryony Lees ·

Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey Spotlights New Shifts in Pleasure, Sexuality Among Older Adults

Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey is sharing fresh insight into the changing sexual landscape for adults over 50, pointing to a growing openness around the discussion of pleasure, menopause, and later-life intimacy.

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Viben Toys Aims to Personalize Pleasure in the Affordable Luxury Market

If your customer’s sex toy collection doesn’t include a pulsating purple unicorn or a rose equipped with a tongue, it may be time to introduce them to Viben Toys.

Colleen Godin ·

Pleasure Chest Launches March Donation Drive in Support of Womxn, LGBTQ+ Community

Pleasure Chest has launched a March Donation Drive in support of LGBTQ+ health and womxn's reproductive rights.

Full Circle to Debut 50 Pleasure Products at Altitude Intimates

Full Circle will introduce 50 new pleasure products at the Altitude Intimates Show in Las Vegas later this month.

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Meet the New Class of Pleasure Purveyors Making Waves

The sexual wellness industry has always evolved in response to cultural shifts, but the current wave of up-and-coming pleasure brands signals something deeper than trend cycles or aesthetic refreshes. These founders aren’t just launching new products; they are reframing what intimacy means, who it is for and how it fits into everyday life. Across supplements, toys, aftercare and even divination decks, a new generation of brands is closing long-ignored gaps — between pleasure and wellness, fantasy and function, science and sensuality, individuality and shared experience.

Ariana Rodriguez ·
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Guiding Shoppers With Clear Pleasure Education

One of the most valuable skills in pleasure retail isn’t persuasion — it’s translation. Customers often arrive curious but cautious, unsure of terminology, functions or even what questions to ask. The goal isn’t to overwhelm them with specs or explicit details, but to describe product features in a way that feels approachable, relatable and easy to imagine.

Sara Gaffoor ·

Pjur Introduces 'Man Lust' Pleasure Gel

Pjur has debuted its new Man Lust stimulating pleasure gel with spilanthol.

Carly S. of HornyStoner.com Offering Oral Pleasure Workshop in March

Ask Alita has announced that sexpert Carly S., owner of HornyStoner.com, will be hosting her first in-person workshop of 2026 with a special oral pleasure class in Ridgewood, New York.

Honey Play Box Reports Surge in Wearable Male Pleasure Tech

Honey Play Box (HPB) is reporting a strong surge in wearable male pleasure technology, which appears to be entering the mainstream as conversations around sexual wellness increase.

Pleasure Chest West Village Location Announces 'Farewell' Sale

Pleasure Chest has announced its Farewell Celebration sale to mark the closing of its West Village location on Feb. 28.

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Signals Ahead: Pleasure Brands Track the Rapid Convergence of Tech and Intimacy

As the pleasure industry enters 2026, many industry observers predict that the coming year will be shaped not by a single game-changing breakthrough or standout celebrity partnership, but rather by the slow, powerful alignment of consumer psychology, economic reality, cultural openness and shifting demographic needs.

Ariana Rodriguez ·
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Exploring the Shift Toward Pleasure Products Designed for All Bodies

The last few years have seen a positive change in our industry, as more brands and innovators are finally prioritizing accessibility. Whether they call it inclusive design, adaptive pleasure or accessible intimacy, the aim remains the same: Pleasure should be accessible to everyone, including people with limited mobility or physical disabilities.

Alexandra Bouchard ·

Glittering 2026 XBIZ Honors Celebrates Pleasure Industry

The 2026 XBIZ Honors, presented by Svakom and Kaotik Labs, lit up Avalon Hollywood on Sunday night, turning the iconic venue into a dazzling celebration of pleasure-industry excellence.