I first met the Laya Spot through Babeland's Eco-Sexy Kit, a well-priced combo (just $59!) of planet-friendly sex enhancers. The kit includes this delicious vibe, a Babeland-brand scented massage candle, Mamba "vegan" condoms (endorsed by a male friend who knows whereof he speaks) and water-based, paraben-free and animal-cruelty-free lube.

I'd planned to write about all the products, but I'm so enamored that today's column will be devoted to my new best friend, the Laya Spot.

The Laya Spot isn't what most people think of when they think "vibrator" (aka, horrendous bachelorette-party prop). It's an external vibe; it's made to shiver on your hot spot, not inside your body. It's small, too. The whole thing fits inside the edges of my open palm, and it's ergonomically designed to fit the contours of your hand and your lady parts.

Click here to read more about Sadie's experience with the Laya Spot.

O Your Own Way
The Laya Spot buzzes bliss in any number of positions. You can put the arch over your clit, move it around wherever feels good, or put one end inside you for shallow penetration.

Soft buttons marked plus and minus operate as the on/off switches, and they control the eight vibration levels, which go from barely noticeable (a light breeze on a 70-degree day) to medium intensity (wind that blows hair into your eyes).

Soft and Steady Vibrations
At top speed, this novelty purrs at about two-thirds the umph of the Hitachi Magic wand, so if you're used to industrial-strength massagers, the Laya Spot may be too tame. But if you prefer light stimulation over extreme oscillation, this might be your vibe of choice.

There are also three pulse settings: The first is a soft but steady flutter, the second is a faster version, and the last is quick throbs. To get to the pulses, you have to scroll through all eight vibration grades, which is a bummer if you like to save the concentrated quaking for last. But it's easy and takes only two to three seconds to remove the toy, push the buttons the way you need, and get to the pulsing. (To turn the Laya off, you press the minus button back down the eight levels.)

Earth-Friendly
Other pluses: The Laya Spot is made out of elastomer, which is latex- and phthalate-free, so it's a go for the allergic as well as those suspicious of plastic. And it's cute! There are no goofy/sinister animal faces and no scary veins. It's just a sleek, well-designed pleasure tool.

Couple notes: The Laya Spot is "splashproof" but not water resistant, so you shouldn't take it in the shower. I had the battery cap on as tightly as possible and still it was a little wet inside when I finished using it. When you clean this toy, make sure to take out the batteries first, and then let it air dry so all the moisture is out of the battery compartment before you use it again.

Bottom Line
The Laya Spot is an excellent clit vibe. It's not for women who need penetration or super-heavy-duty vibration, but it's perfect for gals who want an small, attractive, versatile toy. It's also for those who want a soft vibration; the first few stages are like the gentlest, most sensitive lover. The size and design make the Laya Spot a great first-time vibe (the holiday season is almost upon us!) and a nice step up from a standard bullet vibe.

Sadie Faye reviews sex advice and accessories each week on Lemondrop. Got orgasm questions? Is there a product or technique you've been curious about but want someone to try out first? Ask her in the comments or e-mail her.