How to Clean Sex Toys (Dildo, Vibrator and More)
However, we often forget that after using this magnificent toy, one thing awaits you; Cleaning the sex toy(s).
Indeed, we often forget to think in advance that a sex toy needs to be cleaned. However, it is important to clean, wash, dry or wipe well. We must think carefully about the product to use and the consequences of not cleaning it properly. It is essential to clean it after each use and to store it safely.
Only you should clean your sex toys
A sex toy is intimate and private. It is a toy that cannot be shared. Of course, it can be used by several people, but precautions must be taken and condoms must also be provided. As soon as the sex toy is used by another person, a condom is necessary to avoid the transmission of diseases. On the other hand, two condoms will be necessary if you want each entrance to be visited (vagina and anus). The simplest thing would be to have several sex toys on hand, which would reduce the risk of transmitting diseases.
Each sex toy has its own user guide
Before using sex toys for the first time, you should read the user manual carefully and follow the instructions.
How to Use, Care for and Clean Your Sex Toys
Recurring sexual pleasure is a challenge you cannot meet without taking care of your equipment. Handle them with care before, during and after each use.
Start by reading the instructions for your favorite sex toy in your user guide to find out:
- The different ways to use them
- What products to use for cleaning and what to avoid
- Special instructions
- Know if the sex toy is waterproof or not
This is the first condition to play as many times as you want without risking infection.
When using intimate lubricants, avoid silicone-based ones if your sex toy is made of silicone. The silicone in the lubricant could interact with that of your sex toy and alter its surface.
Also, you should ALWAYS use water-based lubricants for a silicone toy.
How to clean your silicone sex toys?
If it is pure silicone: SEX TOYS
Which means it doesn't have a mechanism inside, it doesn't use batteries - so it can be cleaned with very hot water, soapy water, or a sex toy cleaner. It can also be washed in the dishwasher. However, it's important to let it air dry. Silicone is pretty easy to clean.
If it is made of glass:
Dishwasher, boiling water and soapy water are enough to clean it and make it ready for use again.
If it is plastic or acrylic:
Wash it with warm water and soap, or use a sex toy cleaning product.
If it is metal:
These toys are quite easy to maintain and very durable. Simply boil it or wash it with soapy water. The dishwasher is not recommended because it could oxidize. Also note that the use of certain detergents can damage the surface of your toy. Strongly discouraged.
If it is rubber, jelly or latex:
This type of toy has a surface that is very porous. Cleaning this toy is done only with soap and moderately warm water. However, in order to avoid any trace of soap that could alter the material of your sex toy, it is best to rinse it thoroughly with water or use a sex toy cleaning product.
For vibrating sex toys:
Remove the batteries before cleaning. This will prevent damage to your sex toy's motor (if it vibrates). Avoid submersion in water, especially if the sex toy is not designed to be used underwater.
Check your manual for details.
Whatever your sex toy, you should not use cleaning products containing alcohol (except for metal and glass sex toys). Instead, use specific products specially designed and tested to clean and disinfect your toys. We recommend using specific cleaning products for sex toys that you will find in our shop.
Cleaning is simple. Either with warm water and soap (unscented) or with a sex toy cleaning product.
How to clean your sex toys after anal use?
Don't lick them!
If anal penetration has been performed with a sex toy, it is recommended to take particular care in cleaning it, because of the pathogenic germs that could nest in the colon.
They must be washed carefully (if it is a vibrator, remove the battery before cleaning it). As such, you must use very hot water to clean them, and remember to disinfect them according to the type of material it is made of.
We will therefore adapt the cleaning according to the material of the sex toy. It is therefore necessary to read the instructions for use carefully because each sex toy has particular characteristics. Some sex toys can be waterproof or splashproof for example.
How to clean your steel sex toys?
For cleaning, soap and warm water can do the trick. You can also use antibacterial soap, isopropyl alcohol, boil your toy (according to the manufacturer's instructions) or put it in the dishwasher (also depending on the manufacturer).
But avoid cleaning with a bleach-based solution or cleaning it with a soap or solution containing chlorine.
How to clean your wooden sex toys?
When it comes to wooden sex toys, the varnish varies from manufacturer to manufacturer, so it is important to read the instructions or ask the manufacturer. Some wooden toys need to be air dried, while others need to be wiped with a non-abrasive cloth.
So you can use soap and hot water or an antibacterial soap. You can also use isopropyl alcohol (depending on the type of varnish) or clean your toy in a bleach-based solution (also depending on the type of varnish).
However, you should not boil them or put them in the dishwasher. They clean themselves in the same way as a steel sex toy.
How to clean your ABS plastic sex toys?
For cleaning, you can use antibacterial soap or isopropyl alcohol. However, do not boil your ABS plastic toy.
Drying
Once cleaned, place your toys on a clean cloth and let them dry. Air dry outside, away from any artificial heat source such as a radiator. Sex toys are only suitable for human heat.
If you rub it with a cloth, you run the risk of depositing fabric fibers or other things on it again.
Once they are finally cleaned and dried, store your sex toys in a dry and clean place to prepare them for the next use. You should get a special box to store your intimate toys.
Sex toys are in direct contact with users' intimate areas. It is therefore imperative for you to follow these recommendations and above all, correct hygiene of these toys will preserve your health.
How to store your sex toys?
By mixing your accessories (silicone sex toys, synthetic rubber, latex, etc.) to save space, you may have an unpleasant surprise when you want to reuse them. Indeed, some sex toys do not mix well with each other. Storing your sex toys separately is to ensure that they will last a long time. Although safe for the human body, sex toys must be stored separately because they can damage each other when they are in contact. This is why you should be careful.
How to keep your sex toys for a long time?
- Keep your sex toys away from dust
- Keep them away from static electricity
- Follow the instructions for use
- Wash your sex toys immediately after each use (no procrastination)
- Use cardboard boxes, socks and envelopes so they don't touch each other.
Sex toys offer their users a huge and limitless scope of application. Dildos, vibrators, geisha balls and other toys have a short life expectancy if misused.
A sex toy is an investment. Just like you take care of your car, your phone… And just like you wash the dishes after eating, your sex toys need to be cleaned after use.
It's a matter of your health. A poorly maintained sex toy can be a source of pathogenic germs that transmit STIs or other diseases.
Fun is important, but not at the expense of your health. So, take care of your toys so that the fun lasts forever.