Anal beads are a type of sex toy that consists of a string of beads attached together by a cord or a piece of flexible material. The beads are typically made from silicone or another soft, flexible material, and they are inserted into the anus one at a time. As the beads are inserted, they provide pleasurable pressure and sensations. Some people enjoy the feeling of fullness that anal beads provide, while others like the sensation of the muscles contracting around the beads. Anal beads can be used for solo play or with a partner, and they can be removed during sex or left in place for added stimulation.