How to Clean, Care for and Store Sex Toys: The Ultimate Guide
Whether alone or in company, sex toys give us hours of pleasure without asking for anything in return. Choosing an intimate toy and experimenting with it makes you get to know your body (and your partner's) better, they have multiple health benefits and are increasingly discreet and innovative, but do you already know how to take care of them?
There is a lot of talk about what the best sex toys are, but there is still very little information on how to clean and store them. If you want to know how to disinfect, sterilize and preserve your sex toys so that they last longer and enjoy a safe experience, we have prepared a step-by-step guide for you so that you do not have any setbacks.
How to clean sex toys?
Not cleaning your intimate toys, using the wrong products or storing them in the wrong place can mean that they get damaged and you have to get rid of them. However (and beyond the impact it may have on your pocket), if you never sterilize and disinfect your sex toys, you run the risk of contracting infections in the intimate area, fungi and even sexually transmitted diseases.
Although everything will depend on its material, most sex toys can be washed with warm water and neutral soap, without perfumes or chemicals and with a pH of 5.5, similar to that of the skin. This is the case of medical grade silicone intimate toys, which thanks to their hypoallergenic material are the most recommended by sexual health experts.
In addition to neutral soap, there are also specific cleaning products for sex toys. They are compatible with intimate toys of all kinds (clitoral suckers, Chinese balls, vibrators...), even those with delicate surfaces. They do not contain alcohol and are easy to apply, like the Intimina and Espumín sprays. Fast-acting, both are respectful of the skin's pH and help prevent irritation in the intimate area.
Look closely at your toy
Before cleaning your sex toys, it is important that you focus on the model and its instructions. Normally you will find them in the product box or in its manual. If you do not keep them, you will find them on the manufacturer's own website.
Keep in mind that, no matter how much we take care of them, over time they deteriorate and sooner or later they have to be renewed. Your first sex toy does not have to be the final one. Many times, the first time we buy a toy we do not know very well how they work and what types there are, so we often buy one and later discover that it does not quite fit our preferences or another toy even begins to attract our attention. different.
After that first contact, and now that you know better what you like, this new purchase is the perfect opportunity to opt for a model more in line with your tastes and of higher quality and durability.
It is possible that so much variety of product overwhelms you a bit. If you don't know where to start, we recommend that you look for a parapharmacy erotic toy. In the PromoFarma catalog we have at your disposal a wide variety of sex toys made with medical grade silicone and other high-quality materials so that you can choose the one that best suits your needs without putting your health at risk.
Cleaning erotic toys according to their material
When it comes to sanitizing our intimate toys, we will classify them based on their material.
Cleaning flexible material sex toys
1. Silicone toys: the ideal is to wash them with neutral soap or a specific cleaner like the ones we have recommended above. These toys are usually resistant to high temperatures and humidity, so we can sterilize them with boiling water. Of course, as long as they do not have internal compartments for batteries or other mechanisms that could be damaged.
2. Latex and jelly toys: wash them with water and neutral soap or with a specific cleaner. Avoid using boiling water, as they are not compatible and may stop working.
3. Toys that can be penetrated: in the case of sex toys such as canned vaginas, in addition to washing them with warm water, neutral soap or a specific cleaner, many manufacturers recommend using renewing powders to enhance their hygiene and durability. Apply them when the toy is completely dry.
Cleaning sex toys made of rigid materials
1. Plastic and acrylic toys: use warm water and neutral soap or a toy cleaner.
2. Glass and metallic finish toys: use warm water, neutral soap or a toy cleaner. Also, you can disinfect them by boiling them in water for a few seconds.
Keys to make your intimate toys last longer
Taking care of your sex toys will allow you to enjoy them longer. Remember that they have a limited useful life: over time you may notice changes in their color, material or texture. In any case, being able to enjoy them for many years only depends on you.
Some toys are more waterproof than others, but there are always more delicate parts. Whenever you wash them, you should be careful around the charging (usb) slots and other compartments. Remove the batteries before washing them, as well as in case you are not going to use it frequently.
Another very frequent mistake is to confuse the “submersible” label with “water resistant”. Just because they can get wet doesn't mean you can submerge them. First of all, make sure that your toy allows it.
Avoid washing your sex toys in the dishwasher as suggested by some unreliable portals. It is not the right place and we cannot guarantee that your toy will continue to work if you use this method.
When you use it, make sure that the lubricant you choose is respectful of its materials, such as water-based ones. Avoid oil or silicone lubricants, as they could damage your toys.
How to prevent infections when using sex toys?
It is important to be meticulous with all sex toys, especially those that are inserted or penetrable. Some keys to avoid infections with your intimate toys are the following:
Wash them before and after using them
There is nothing more effective than a double cleaning. If you clean the toy before use, you help to eliminate all the bacteria that may have been deposited during the time that it has not been used. Combine it with a good cleaning afterwards and you will make sure that there are no traces of bacteria.
Is your toy new? It is important that you wash it before using it for the first time. Remember: just because it's new doesn't mean it's ready for immediate use.
use condom
Whether you plan to share your toy or use it alone, it is important that you use it with a condom. If you are going to stimulate different areas of the body or if it is used by different people within the same session, make sure that you use a different condom for each area and sexual partner.
It is important to take precautions when sharing our sex toys, since this practice increases the risk of contracting diseases. If the shape of the toy does not allow condom use and you do not know your sexual partner well, do not share it. In this case it is recommended to have a toy for each one.
How and where to store erotic toys?
Choosing where to store your sex toys is as important as cleaning it. And it is that by taking care of them properly you will maintain their shape and make them last longer.
Some manufacturers include their own storage bags. If this is not your case, you can keep them in a toiletry bag or a satin bag, as well as in a box or container whose hygienic conditions are optimal. Do not use the original box of the product, since it does not have to meet the appropriate hygienic conditions for its maintenance.
Before storing your sex toy, it is important that it is clean and completely dry. If you have several toys, keep them in separate bags or containers, so they do not come into contact with each other.
When choosing where to place them, choose a cool and dry place, away from any source of heat and sun exposure. If you want to keep it on the nightstand, keep it in a drawer (always inside your bag or box) and never leave it in the light or on surfaces where it can accumulate dust and other bacteria.
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