4 Best BDSM Blindfolds for Sex

Why I Chose It

Of all the various blindfolds and masks I’ve tried, this one is my absolute favorite. I wasn’t expecting much when I first got it, but I discovered that it’s the perfect blend of elegance and ease of use that makes it an ideal accessory every time my partner and I want to try out some sensory deprivation.

The best part, in my opinion, is the fact that you can mold it to the shape of your face. Lots of blindfolds have an ‘ergonomic’ shape that presses closer to your eyes, but I can find those too tight. This blindfold allows you to get the mask very close to the skin, over the nose, so it blocks out a lot of light without any pressure. It also means you can adjust it depending on the wearer for maximum comfort and blackout.

Then, you have the long silky ties at the back. They aren’t stretchy like elastic straps, but you can tie them as loose or as tight as you need. I like to tie a nice bow at the back, though I do wish the ties were a little longer, just so that the bow could be bigger! Lying down on the bed, I don’t really feel much of a bump at the back of my head, but on harder surfaces, it could be more noticeable. Even then, it’s possible to tie it slightly to the side to minimize that downside.

Why I Chose It

A blindfold is perhaps not something you want to pay a lot for — trust me, I get it. If you want an item that feels comfy and sensual without spending what feels like a small fortune, then look no further than the Lovehoney Oh! Satin Blindfold. It’s my best-on-a-budget pick, and it’s perfect for beginners and bargain-hunters alike.

Like many others, our tester Kasia had only used cheap drugstore masks before, and wasn’t expecting much from this budget pick. However, she actually found it to be quite the upgrade! She told us how she was “surprised by how smooth and comfortable the material felt” — unlike lots of cheap masks, the Lovehoney Oh! blindfold has a padded eye piece and a fleecy lining on the inside, making it soft on the skin and extra light-blocking.

“Sure, it’s not real silk, so the satin feel is on the cheaper side, but I didn’t expect anything extraordinary for less than 10 dollars. The faux fur lining was definitely my favorite addition, as some cheaper satin blindfolds made my face a bit sweaty, and sticky during longer sessions.”

The elastic straps are also simple and easy to put on, no matter the size of your head. Kasia did find that they could get a little tangled in her hair or come a bit loose during more active sessions, but “for massages, oral sex, and light bondage play, and it was perfect“!

Why I Chose It

“I didn’t know a blindfold could be this good until I tried this one! The design is so smart — it actually blocks out all vision and nearly all light… On top of that, it’s super comfy. ”

Our tester Isabelle was blown away by the Liberator Loveblind No Peek blindfold, which was something she didn’t think could happen with something as simple as a blindfold. It’s covered with Liberator’s signature ‘Velvish’ microfiber material, which is super soft on the skin, and has an ingenious addition: a strip of memory foam along the bottom to block out light and keep the mask from pressing too much on your eyes. She called it “most effective and most comfortable blindfold I’ve come across“, and found it absolutely perfect for “total sensory deprivation“.

Surprisingly enough, I’ve also tried out Isabelle’s Liberator Blindfold. Don’t worry, it was nothing weird — we used it for some games at a recent birthday party! Even in a non-sexual setting, I was so impressed by how comfortable and well-fitting it was. There were several people wearing it through the day, and the stretchy straps with Velcro fastening meant that it had the perfect snug-but-not-tight fit on everyone. I’ve never heard so many compliments about a blindfold before! If I didn’t already own several, I would definitely spend that bit extra for this one, which is why it’s my expert pick!

Why I Chose It

Of course, you can buy a blindfold by itself, but one of my favorite ways to use one is by combining that sensory deprivation with restraints! These under-mattress restraints the Fifty Shades of Grey range were the first that I tried, and they still make frequent appearances in our bedroom. Since they come with a silky, padded blindfold, you can get started right away with teasing and/or tormenting your partner!

To set them up, simply slip the straps underneath your mattress, with the four corners poking out to the side or the top and bottom. All the straps are adjustable to fit all different sizes of bed and people — that has come in really handy when my partner and I switch places, since I’m much shorter than he is! Then, you just clip on the wrist and ankle cuffs, which are soft, padded and adjustable with Velcro. The whole set is so beginner-friendly that we were able to get started right away after the initial simple set-up, and it’s added so much excitement to our playtime.

The beauty of using a blindfold like this one with bed restraints is that it really gets you into the sub/dom headspace. Even if you’re not a couple that has already explored those dynamics, it’s so fun to try teasing your restrained parter with a feather tickler or even a spanking tool while they can’t see your next move. I love to see my partner restrained and blindfolded while I touch different parts of his body — the anticipation really drives him wild!