I've heard of some really strange ideas when it comes to the cleanliness of sex toys; from rubbing alcohol (ouch!) to not cleaning them at all in order to preserve them! Yuck! This is why this article is being written; for those of you who use cockamamie concoctions to clean your naughty goodies and ESPECIALLY for those of you who don't think that you need to clean them just because you've showered before using them!!
Here's the thing about sex toys; whether they're going in and out of a vagina or an anus or several vaginas and anus', they need to be cleaned for your safety and that of anyone you share them with. Even if your sex toy is only used externally for some clit or nipple action, you still absolutely need to keep your toys clean. Yes, you may shower, but even a hundred showers a day doesn't change the fact that your sex toys come into contact with bodily fluids like sweat, semen and even the ever sweet lady love juices, a.k.a. lubrication. These things all create a sticky film on the toy which attracts and holds other bacteria and particles and germs-all things that you don't need to be putting into your body. And besides being potentially bad for you; they stink. If they don't right away, they most certainly will with each passing day!
Depending on the type of sex toy you're using, you may have to be even more diligent about cleanliness as some materials are more porous than others. It is actually because of this that glass sex toys are considered the safest and most hygienic types of adult toys. They are non-porous and easy to clean and because they are made of durable Pyrex, they are long lasting and will out last you and a few more generations after you if cared for properly.
Now, let's have a look at your options for caring for and cleaning sex toys:
Safe Sex: By slipping a condom over a dildo or vibrator before use, you are not only keeping it clean and protected but you are also keeping yourself and your partners safe from sexually transmitted diseases. Use a new condom for each person using the toy.
Sex Toy Cleaners: These are available for purchase anywhere that sex toys are sold and are antibacterial cleaners that can be used safely on most sex toy materials and are made to help preserve them as well. These cleaners are usually inexpensive and hypoallergenic, though some people have reported sensitivity to them.
'Renew' and Other Talcs: There are some new sex toy materials on the market that mimic the feel of real skin, such as 'Cyberskin' and 'NuSkin'. These luxurious materials also require some extra care and come with a small supply of a special cleanser and talc that helps preserve the toy's suppleness.
Soap and Water: Yep, you can clean your toys with good ol' soap and some warm water. Be sure to wash them well and rinse them thoroughly. Also, when cleaning a vibrator, be sure to not get any soap or water near the motor or battery pack to avoid ruining your toy. Some toys are waterproof and it will say so on the packaging. And please oh please, remember to UNPLUG your AC powered toys BEFORE washing!!
A Little Extra Bonus for Glass Toy Users:
Glass sex toys can be cleaned using all of the mentioned methods safely. Since they are so durable and hygienic, you can use a mild soap without worry. And, the best thing of all about glass sex toys is that they are dishwasher safe! Yes, that's right; you can throw your glass dildo in the dishwasher with your dishes. (Yes, that's sanitary!) You always want to be carful not to crack it-though that would take some really hard blows. But aside from that, you can wash them as you please without worry.
So now that you know why you should keep your toys clean and how to do it, all you need is to be safe and have fun!
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