I’ve been going through a lot of @BlueEyes posts (along with other sites) and experimenting with banding. Initially, I used tape and rubber bands; while it had some effect, applying them was tricky and caused minor skin irritation. Yesterday, I gave an elastrator with the green bandstand a shot, and the application process became much easier. It took about 30 minutes, and today I’m still completely numb without any significant skin damage. If you’re considering trying it out, I strongly suggest getting the tool. Additionally, I used a cat nail trimmer to cut off the bands by slipping one end underneath and snipping. This seems like an ideal removal tool because it’s simple and reduces the chance of accidentally cutting your penis.
Make sure you fully understand the risks before participating in any high-risk activities similar to this.