Hygene & Tips

Cleaning Sex Toys

You can extend the life of your sex toy, and ensure that it remains clean and in good condition for maximum pleasure by following a few simple tips.

Always clean sex toys thoroughly immediately after use. Wash with warm soap and water. If the toy is battery operated and not waterproof, take care not to get water into the controls.

Never boil toys that are battery operated, or made from rubber or realistic materials such as CyberSkin™. An antibacterial cleaner is recommended for all sex toys. Products such as Clean Vibe are specially formulated for the cleansing, sterilization and hygene of sex toys.

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After cleaning, ensure all soap is rinsed off, and allow your toy to dry completely on a clean, lint free cloth before storing to prevent mould from forming. Also ensure batteries are removed prior to storing to prevent corrosion in the battery compartment.

Lubrication

Always use a lubricant with your toy, as the materials used in sex toys can create friction when used on dry skin. Water based lubricants are safe to use with all sex toys, See our Lubricants Section for more information.

Storage

Always make sure your sex toy is dry before storage, as this will prevent mold and mildew from forming.

Remove the batteries before storage, to prevent corrosion in the battery compartment. The batteries and the toy will also last longer.

Do not allow sex toys to come into contact with each other during storage. Different materials are not always compatible, and can discolor or cause each other to break down. Toys that feature removable eggs or bullets should be stored with these components removed.

Finally, sex toys don't like extremes in temperature or direct, prolonged sunlight, especially if they are made of the more exotic materials such as silicone, latex or other realistic materials. Store in a cool, dark place, away from dirt, dust, pets etc. It's also a good idea to clean them again before use when taking them out of storage.

Sharing

Keep in mind that the same risks apply when sharing a sex toy with a partner as with having sex with a partner. You should always clean sex toys before switching from anal to vaginal use, or between partners, to avoid introducing bacteria into the vagina. The easiest way to do this is to put a condom over the sex toy, and just change the condom rather than cleaning the sex toy. This also protects the sex toy and should give it a longer life.

Other Vagina and Anal Hygene Products

These products allow you to clean the inside of your vagina of anus after or before sex.

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