Ticklers

Soft, sharp, or both

From feathers to claws

The soft end is the easy place to begin — feathers and fur mitts give a gentle, wispy touch that works on anyone, no nerve required. The sharp end takes more care: spiked mitts, vampire-style gloves and finger claws press points into the skin for a scratchy, stinging edge. Most people get the most out of having both, since a feather feels twice as light straight after something sharp. Pairing any of it with a blindfold ramps up the effect — not knowing where the next touch lands is half of it.

Using the sharper ones

The spiked and clawed tools look fiercer than they need to feel. Start with the lightest pressure and build up — a gentle drag registers plenty without breaking the skin, which is the line you don't cross. Keep them to fleshier areas like the back, thighs and chest, and steer clear of the face, throat and anywhere thin-skinned. Metal pieces are usually nickel-free for sensitive skin. For more of this intensity, medical fetish and pinwheels take the sharp, pointed feeling further, and whips and floggers move it into impact.

Skin-safe materials, discreet delivery

The metal pieces here are nickel-free and the feathers and fur come from established brands, so everything stays kind to skin. Orders ship in plain, unbranded boxes that give nothing away. Order before 2pm Monday to Friday for same-day dispatch, with free UK delivery over £50 and easy returns if there's a problem.