Everything You Need to Know About Ben Wa Balls
by Tamar Love
I first heard the words “Ben Wa Balls” as a curious teenager wandering around a New Age store. I was holding a pair of Chinese meditation balls, rolling them around in my hand like a tiny metallic zen master, when my friend whispered, “Are those Ben Wa Balls?”
I froze. Ben what?
She whispered, “Sex balls… you put them in your vagina,” then turned beet red and fled to buy incense.
Naturally, I stared at the two-inch metal spheres in my palm and wondered if I was supposed to stick them inside me. Thankfully, I did not attempt that experiment.
Turns out, the real Ben Wa Balls are much smaller and much more interesting.
What Exactly Are Ben Wa Balls?
Legend says women in ancient Asia used tiny hollow spheres carved from ivory, slipping them inside and gently rocking until they reached a slow-burn sensual high.
Today’s versions come in materials like gold plating, stainless steel, glass, silicone, and plastic. They are small, usually marble sized, hollow, and contain a weight that shifts as you move. That subtle motion creates soft internal vibration against sensitive tissues.
Some women swear they feel heavenly.
Others swear they feel absolutely nothing.
Ben Wa Balls are mysterious like that.
One major perk: they are non-porous. This means they don’t trap bacteria and can last longer than many toys with proper cleaning. Some women wear them while running errands or even during dates. Others like using them during partnered sex for extra internal sensation.
But keep in mind that results vary widely. Some women feel delicious secret tingles. Some feel nada. It is not a one-ball-fits-all situation.
How to Use Them Without Panic
Inserting and removing Ben Wa Balls is simple. Pop them in, clench a little, and push them out when you are done.
You can try placing them low near the vaginal opening or higher where the G-spot sits. Just avoid the cervix unless you enjoy the idea of a tiny metal clunk in a very sensitive place. Most people do not.
Your vagina is not a cavern and the balls will not wander off like lost socks in a dryer. They sit snugly in place and only move slightly based on the small inner weight.
The Ben Wa Ball Debate: Do They Actually Do Anything?
The Argument Against
Some sex therapists argue expectations are too high. Once inserted, the balls do not roll around dramatically inside the vagina the way some marketing claims suggest.
According to experts, the vaginal walls hold the balls securely, allowing minimal movement. The only sensation comes from the inner weight shifting gently.
If your idea of pleasure requires power tool intensity, Ben Wa Balls may feel underwhelming.
The Argument For
Advocates of Ben Wa Balls insist we rush through sexual sensation too often and rely too heavily on intense stimulation. They believe the subtle internal motion encourages deeper bodily awareness and mindful pleasure.
And here is the big bonus:
Ben Wa Balls help strengthen the pelvic floor.
A stronger PC muscle means:
• better grip during intercourse
• improved orgasm control
• enhanced bladder support
• delightful tighten-and-pulse sensations during sex
Even if the pleasure is subtle, the long-term physical rewards can be seriously worth it.
So Should You Try Ben Wa Balls?
My answer: absolutely. Why not?
Whether you are curious about the sensation, interested in strengthening your pelvic floor, or just want to try a classic erotic accessory, Ben Wa Balls are a low-risk, low-cost experiment.
They are safe, discreet, easy to use, and full of potential.
And you never know. You might be one of the women who discovers a whole new type of internal pleasure.
With Pleasure,
MyPleasure
