How to Care for and Store Sex Toys
Choosing an adult toy is only half the battle. The most important thing is learning how to properly care for and clean your purchased device to prevent it from becoming a carrier of sexually transmitted diseases or other unpleasantries. It”s not the sexiest part of the process, but it”s necessary. So, here are some tips on how to care for adult toys after enjoyable use.
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Sex Toy Care Tips
- What Materials Are Washable?
As a rule, the manufacturer indicates on the toy”s packaging not only the material it”s made of but also how to wash it properly. Toys made of porous materials are the most difficult to care for. This is because their texture can harbor bacteria even after washing. These problems can arise with toys made of hard plastic, rubber, or thermoplastic elastomers. Experts recommend choosing toys made of medical-grade materials, such as medical-grade silicone.
Can toys be washed with soap and water?
- Experts agree that most toys can be washed with hypoallergenic antibacterial soap and warm water. However, the process should take at least 20 seconds to be effective. Imagine washing your hands. The principle is almost the same. And don”t forget to dry the toy with a towel at the end! This method is best for toys that are not aired out.
What about special cleaning products for sex toys?
- Of course, soap and water are good, but don”t forget about special cleaning products for adult toys. The most important thing when choosing such tools is to familiarize yourself with their ingredients.
It”s best to choose water-based products that are paraben-free. Also, make sure you know exactly what each word on the packaging means. If there are too many unfamiliar or difficult words, try each one or find an easier one.
Take special care when cleaning toys used directly for insertion. Avoid bleach and strong toxic cleaners. It”s unlikely that these products will be used near the vagina.
Are toys dishwasher safe? Or in boiling water?
- This information can also be found on the toy packaging. Washing in a dishwasher or boiling water is strictly not recommended, as this can damage the toy”s materials and internal motor. However, some experts say that waterproof toys made from non-porous materials can be boiled for 1-3 minutes under close supervision.
As for washing in the dishwasher, there are no problems if the manufacturer indicates such an option. For example, non-motorized toys made of silicone, stainless steel or glass can be washed in the dishwasher for 5-10 minutes without soap to avoid soap stains on the surface of the toy.
What about UV cleaning?
- Using UV sterilizers is very effective for sterilizing toys as they effectively kill bacteria. However, after using the sterilizer, it is recommended to at least wipe the toy with a damp cloth to remove any remaining oil, dust or body fluids.
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Is it possible to wash toys using important wipes?
- Wet wipes are good for quick cleaning if you don”t have clean water or water on hand. But do not forget to wash the toy thoroughly with antibacterial agent or soap, as this is an intermediate measure.
How often should toys be washed?
- Of course, after every use! If this is not done, the number of bacteria on the surface of the toy can increase many times over, leading to various types of infections.
You will find the best method for toys made from irregular materials (glass, stainless steel, silicone, hard plastic) and porous (rubber, vinyl, nylon, leather).
Glass: sufficient water and soap. Dishwasher safe if the temperature is not too high.
Stainless steel: If the toy has electrical components, it is best to use warm water and soap to avoid damaging the electrical components. If the toy doesn”t have them, you have two options. Place in the dishwasher or boil for 10 minutes.
Silicone: There are three options for this material: 5-10 minutes. Wash in the dishwasher or with antibacterial soap and warm water. Remember that silicone vibrators should not be boiled unless you want to damage the internal mechanism.
Hard plastics: Boil them under any circumstances! Use only warm water and antibacterial soap.
Rubber: Rubber toys are very difficult to clean due to their porous structure. Furthermore, it”s not always clear what the exact composition of the material is and how it interacts with cleaning agents. Therefore, it”s recommended to use condoms with these toys.
Vinyl: Vinyl toys should only be gently cleaned with warm water, then air-dried.
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Nylon: Hand wash with mild antibacterial soap.
How to properly store sex toys
How to Properly Store Sex Toys
- One convenient way to store adult toys is to use drawers. They”re compact, and essential toys are always within easy reach. While it”s best to keep each toy in its own container, the key is to keep them out of the dust under the bed.
Plastic Containers
- Speaking of under-the-bed storage, if you want to hide toys under the bed, you can use special plastic containers. They”re usually very flat and have wheels to make them easy to push out of the bed. These boxes are also useful for storing in closets. If you have a lot of toys but want to keep them separate, the transparency of these containers will help you easily navigate your treasures.
Stacking cardboard or plastic boxes on top of each other is convenient and doesn”t take up much space. Some can even be labeled so you know exactly what you”ve put where.
Fabric Bags
- For those who don”t want to clutter the room with boxes, soft fabric bags are recommended. For example, they”re best used for toys made of hard plastic or glass. They can be stacked in a closet or hung on hooks.
Nightstand or Wall
- The bedside table is straightforward: if you have one, at least one drawer can be dedicated to adult toys. If you have too many, you can put your favorite and most used ones on the nightstand. And if you”re not shy, some toys can safely be hung on the wall (at least if they”re in the same fabric bag or container).
Organza bags
- Small decorative organza bags can be used to store small toys, such as cock rings or nipple covers. The bravest ones can even make them part of the room decor.
There is a wonderful thing called a container with a built-in ultraviolet lamp, so you don”t have to worry about germs getting on your toys. It”s worth purchasing at least one of these to make your life easier.
Individual packaging
- Perhaps the easiest and most obvious way is to store toys in the packaging they originally came in. Therefore, if you did not use a special container for this task, simply return the cleaned toys to the box in which they were sold.
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