How to Use Ticklers in BDSM Play
The great thing about bondage ticklers is how versatile they are. Here are a few ways to incorporate feather tickling into your bedroom.
Teasing
The lead up to sex is often more important than the act itself. If you are looking for ways to enhance the sensual aspects of the bedroom, a feather tickler can help. Slowly tease your partner and ignite their senses. For an added effect, try these best ropes for bondage so that your partner can’t move out of the way of your teasing.

Bondage ticklers are perfect toys for stimulation of nerve endings all over the body
Feather games
There are many feather games you can use and they vary depending on your bondage preferences. A simple punishment game can include teasing your partner and if they move too much, a punishment then ensues. To enhance the game, check out this selection of the best spanking paddles.
Torture play
Doms can invest their subs in a torture scenario, but there is a certain danger of overdoing the process. The trust between partners is a must in nay BDSM game, certain preparations must be made beforehand. Make sure to establish the safe word that can be understood even when person squeamish under torture and is out of breath, you can even try to create a signal or gesture that immediately stops the process.
Carefully follow partner’s condition, have a few tries before diving into scenario to understand the discomfort level that shouldn’t be overstepped.
How to Pick the Best Bondage Ticklers
Not all bondage ticklers are the same so you want to pay attention to certain elements when conducting your search.
Tickler type
Most bondage ticklers involve the use of feathers. However, there are some that are a lighter flogger style. If you want a tickler with more power behind it, consider the Silver Ball Tickler. It has six strands of ball bearings that you can alter the momentum behind.
As for the shape of classic feather ticklers, there are actually quite a lot of choices within this narrow category. If you are into roll play, you mind want a tickler such as the Fetish Fantasy Frisky Black Feather Tickler. It looks just like a classic French maid and pairs well with a matching outfit.
Those that want a touch of sophistication will appreciate the ZALO Feather Teaser. It has soft pink feathers that give a feminine appeal to your events.
Materials

Most effective ticklers are made of several feathers bounded together, the feathers themselves can be natural or artificial
When deciding on a bondage tickler, the feathers should be made of durable materials that won’t fall apart or make a mess.
You can find toys that use natural feathers, such as the Bondage Boutique Luxury Ostrich Feather Tickler which has two large ostrich feathers. The Fifty Shades of Grey Tease Feather Tickler and the ZALO Feather Teaser are also nice options as they are made from down feathers.
Durability
Even though most ticklers aren’t used in a very aggressive manner, you still want them to be durable. The handle should be made with quality materials and if they are made from plastic, it shouldn’t break or crack easily.
One issue that can arise with bondage ticklers is that the feathers can come out in hard play. It’s best to give the feathers a slight tug after you purchase your item to see if they come out easily.
Grip
The last thing you want to do when using a bondage tickler is to use your grip. Most ticklers have a plastic handle but some have better grip if they are wrapped in a different material. The Noir – Soft Feather Tickler has a thin cord wrapped around the handle that is soft but also allows for better grip.
The Fetish Fantasy Frisky Black Feather Tickler also has a nice wrap to the handle, as does the Bondage Boutique Luxury Ostrich Feather Tickler. While plain plastic handles are still ok, if you are a sweatier individual, having a tickler with a more durable grip is a feature to look out for.
Overall length

In choosing the bondage tickler length consider BDSM scenario type and sometimes costume dom’s wearing
The length of a bondage tickler is a lot about preference. If it is long, you can tease your partner more and have more of an authoritarian feel to your play. However, shorter ticklers are often more intimate.
The shortest bondage tickler on our list is the ZALO Feather Teaser which measures just 8.7 inches. In contrast, the longest tickler is the Bondage Boutique Luxury Ostrich Feather Tickler at 26 inches. More length means more options but if you are a shorter person, then it might feel a bit weird to hold at first.
Flexibility
Depending on how you use your bondage tickler, you might want to consider flexibility in the handle. More flexibility will allow you to put more pressure on your partner as you can mold the tickler to the person.
Those looking for a flexible tickler may want to consider the Silver Ball Tickler. This flogger tickler has a pliable plastic handle that is easy to use.