Vixen Creations Vixskin Tex Review

On most sex toy stores, the Vixen Tex is only available in two or three skin tones. I received the 'Vanilla' color option, which looked relatively realistic, but not enough to reach 'uncanny valley' levels. The shaft of the Tex is slightly curved, and while the head is pronounced, the shaft is totally smooth. The gentle curve was great for hitting the g-spot perfectly, but I did wish that it was a little longer.

The dimensions of the Vixskin Tex make it a dream to use both for masturbation and with a partner, without needing too much warm up. The base is easy to hold, and while Vixen don't explicitly state that it's a suction cup, it does stick to surfaces pretty well. However, once you try and actually use it, it's not overly strong. I found myself getting frustrated when trying to use it hands-free, and ended up going back to the usual hands-on method. However, the 'non-slip' base is supposed to make it easier to use in a harness (though I didn't try this out for myself).

There's no doubt that the Tex is a high-quality dildo. Made from premium, hand-poured silicone, it's totally body-safe and made to last. The shaft does have a slight wrinkly texture to it and the silicone can feel a little sticky, but as Vixen state on their website, this is not a sign of lower quality. To mitigate the tackiness, you can coat the dildo in corn starch and then rinse it off before use.

Vixskin dildos are not on par with your average jelly or PVC dildo, and their price point reflects that. Ranging from around $105 to $135, the Tex is certainly an investment, but if you're looking for a wonderfully-realistic dildo in the Tex's dimensions, I would highly recommend it. However, if you're after something a just a little longer, I recommend the very popular Vixen Mustang as an alternative. The only sticking point for me is that it doesn't come with a storage pouch — Vixen, why?!

The sensation of this dual density dildo is definitely different to more solid dildos I've tried in the past, but I really enjoyed it! It's a really nice, filling feeling, without taking too much effort! As I mentioned previously, I wasn't successful in using the Tex hands-free, but with my partner, it was super satisfying.

The packaging for all Vixen Creations dildos is very underwhelming. They come in a clear plastic tube with the Vixskin logo on the front, which I don't think feels particularly luxurious or high-quality. Annoyingly, once you pop the top, it's practically impossible to get it to close again, so I had to find an alternative storage solution.

The dual density-ness of the Vixskin Tex is achieved by hand-pouring a firm, silicone core with a special, squishy silicone formula around it that has silicone lube suspended within it. Plus, it's totally non-porous and body-safe, which is much better than other cheap, squishy dildos on the market. To clean it, just use a mild, unscented soap and water, and make sure to get into all of the crevices. Then, leave it to air-dry before storing by itself (as it doesn't react well to being stored with other silicone toys). Since it doesn't come with a storage bag, I used one that I bought from a local craft store. You can also sterilize it by boiling it in a pot of water for 3 minutes.