How to Clean Sex Toys – 30+ Cleaning Methods to Take You From Dirty to Pleasant

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Note: This article has been updated

Have you ever seen black spots on a toy? Unless you bought something with glitter, it’s most likely mold. Using anything for anal sex? Yeah, you know what that lingering smell is. Yet you can still enjoy an active sex toy life while maintaining a cleanliness level that even the CDC would be proud of. That’s why we’re going to look at different ways to clean your sex toys, as well as other helpful tips.

Questions to ask yourself

• Do I only use this toy on myself?
• Or, do I share my toys with a trusted partner?
• Will my toy be used by people I know or don’t know?
• Which of my toys are porous and which are not?
• Do I have a yeast infection? (For women)
• Do I or my partner have a sexually transmitted disease?
• Is anal sex involved or will I be “switched”?

Your answer will affect how you clean your toys. However, if you are here because you want For specific tips on how to clean your Lovense toys, Jump to Contents of this section. But I will It is highly recommended to read the full text. You might find something valuable.

How to Clean Sex Toys – Terminology

These terms can be confusing at times, but you hear them everywhere. Therefore, it is important to understand the difference between them. We will also look at them from the following perspectives: only The sex toy perspective (as opposed to the extreme way hospitals take care of the items, such as sterilizing them after every use.)

clean = Removes surface material – but still leaves harmful substances behind

disinfect = Remove/Reduce most Harmful microorganisms or organisms in the form of

disinfect = reduce Bacterial count ( clean or disinfect) reaches 99.9%, but viruses and fungi still exist

disinfect = Remove all Organisms (all life forms), including viruses, bacteria, fungi, and spores

Think of it this way: You have a metal tray full of juices from three-day-old uncooked chicken.

• You wipe it with soap and water. Clean, but not sterile.
• Or you can skip the water and just pour a whole bottle of bleach on it. Disinfected, but not cleaned.
• But you’ll want to wash it in warm water, pour in a 10% bleach solution, rinse, and then dry thoroughly. It is sterilized and clean. (Tip: The hospital needs to sterilize the tools)

you can Clean your sex toys, but if you’ve ever shared your toys with someone who has an STI (or if you did), that might not be enough.

When should you Clean Your toys? before and after Every use.

When should you disinfect Your toys? After anal use. If you’ve ever had a yeast infection. If you share toys with a partner. If they’re for vaginal use and you don’t have any infections, it’s still a good idea to sterilize them sometimes.

Porous vs. non-porous – the great battle

If the toy is non-porous (NP), it means that bacteria, viruses and other harmful substances will only stay on the surface and can be easily removed. But if the toy is porous (P), it means that the substances will be absorbed and remain inside the material. No matter how you clean it, they can’t be disinfected.

Materials such as body-safe or medical-grade silicone are non-porous and are a good choice. TPE is body-safe but porous and is often used due to its softness – and is much better than materials such as jelly (which is terrible).

Checking Your Sex Toys – Start at the Store

Maintenance starts at the store – even before you whip out your credit card and scurry out with your own paper bag.

• What material is it made of?
• Is it porous or non-porous?
• Are there any gaps or crevices that are difficult to access and clean?
• Does the toy have a weird, chemical smell?
• Are there any cracks, rips, dents, or any blemishes that might be cause for concern?
• salesperson Actually Do they know what they are talking about and are willing to educate you honestly? Or are they just there to waste your time and then go home?

One more thing to remember Conventional Inspection is important for toys you already own. You wouldn’t inspect your car for the first time and then never again, right? The same is true for our little ones.

Listen to the engine and check for tears, strange discoloration, black spots (mold or mildew), etc. My poor vibrator started making noises like killer bees playing rugby with a bunch of marbles. Yeah, I wouldn’t want to have it between my legs if it started to spark.

Using condoms as a barrier

It’s no secret that I’m a huge advocate for using safe materials…and burning the rest. While condoms are tested to protect against certain substances, many sex toys aren’t actually tested for the chemicals in them.

However…

I know that sometimes budget or personal insistence prevails. If that’s the case, wearing a condom is definitely better than wearing nothing at all. Wear a condom if…

• The toy has holes
• You have an infection (P or NP doesn’t matter)
• You switch from anal to vaginal in one play session (P or NP doesn’t matter)
• Sharing toys with someone you don’t know well (P or NP doesn’t matter)

How to Clean Sex Toys – Different Methods

If your toys have batteries or mechanical parts and are not waterproof, do not submerge them in water, and be careful not to get anything into the battery compartment etc. This could cause corrosion.

Soap and water – This is the most common method for cleaning most toys. This method works best for toys that are not porous. The water should be warm, not hot, and the soap should be mild and unscented.

wipe – Meaning don’t put them directly into the water, just use a clean damp cloth.

boiling – Usually 3/5/10 minutes (no one seems to agree on a time). I choose somewhere in the middle. To be safe, put a tea towel under the pan (thanks, Dangerous Lilyhere’s a tip! ) Reserve it for things like solid metal toys. Be careful, cheaper toys may have a metal coating that will peel off.

dishwasher – If you decide to go this route, make sure your machine has a Disinfect the setup. Otherwise, there’s no point and you might as well just wash it with soap and water. Do not add soap or other dishes to this cycle (I don’t care what they show in the movie).

bleach – Follow the 10% rule (10 parts water to 1 part bleach). Soak for 5 minutes, then rinse thoroughly, especially for metal toys like the Njoy. Use cold water only.

Rubbing alcohol – Another option for those who love to be extremely clean. Simply wipe with a clean cloth and rinse.

corn flour – This method only works with Cyberskin toys or Fleshlights. Wash, dry thoroughly, then dust with organic cornmeal or the store brand that came with the toy. Do not use talcum powder. They are not the same.

Toy Cleaner – You might think this is the best method, but to be honest, before you choose this method, other methods are much better. Sex toy cleaner is more for emergencies, when you have to swap toys with a partner (without condoms) and need to clean quickly. If my toys have been hidden for a while, I tend to use it before rinsing them with soap and water (but I am a bit of a mysophobe). Learn more about sex toy cleaners in this article.

A handy cheat sheet on how to clean sex toys

• Porosity = Green (non-porous), Blue (slightly porous), Red (very porous)
• condom? personal Use only = N (no condom required), Y (condom required)
• Checkbox = Information is conflicting, and if possible, it is better to clean it in a different way
• wood* Requires proper surface preparation to be considered NP. Check with the manufacturer to see if it is a permanent finish (safe) or just a wax that will come off after a while.
• Ceramic products* Needs to be kiln fired and properly processed to be considered NP
• Fleshlights Very special – only clean with water. No soap required!

Other useful tips you should keep in mind

• always Dry the toys thoroughly Before putting away
• Store in a cool, dry place and separate them as much as possible
• After removing the battery Each time you use it (otherwise you’ll use them up)
• Use rechargeable batteries with caution – Recharge every 6 months when not in use
• Store them in Satin/organza/silk/cotton bags.
• If the toy is porous, you can also wrap it in undyed cotton (or similar)
• No bag? Use a clean cloth
• make sure The drawer or box in which they are stored is also clean
• Don’t store them in Tupperware containers – they can leach chemicals
• If you have a lot of toys, a sex toy storage box is a good investment
• always Wash sex toys before and after each use
• Keep them Stay away from extremely hot or cold temperatures
• Do not boil any Toy With batteries, including Lovense products

How to clean LOVENSE sex toys

You’ll find that most toys fall into three categories – except for sex machines, which are a whole other ballgame when it comes to cleaning.

AMBI, EDGE/2, HUSH (all), HEAT, DIAMO, SWEET. EXOMOON, FERRI, GEMINI, GRAVITY, GUSH, HYPHY. MISSION, NORA, OSCI 2, TENERA and LUSH 1/2/3 They can all be cleaned with mild soap or sex toy cleaner and warm water. You can soak them in water if you prefer.

NORA (with exposed charging port before upgrade), OSCI 1 and DOMI 2 They can also be cleaned with mild soap and warm water. cannot Make sure to keep away from any button or Charging port.

MAX and MAX 2 Our special boys need a different way of cleaning. First, remove the sleeves and wash Respectively Take with warm water. Do not use any Soap may damage the casing material. You can rinse the casing with water, but make sure the bottom does not get wet and the vents are closure.

Below is a picture description of each manual (Max and Max 2)

LOVENSE Sex Machine

• Clean your Lovense sex machine before and after each use.
• The control box, main body, power supply and power plug may only be cleaned with a cloth.
• Use warm water and mild soap (or sex toy cleaner) to clean the dildo and all other parts.
• Make sure that water does not get into the hole on the back of the dildo.
• Allow the machine to dry thoroughly before storing or opening.
• Make sure to oil the slide guides and rod insertion holes every 2-3 months (or where you feel the thrust is not as smooth as before) with machine grease – any high temperature hub bearing grease will do. Procedure: 1) Remove the 4 screws using a screwdriver (not included). 2) Remove the cover. 3) Apply oil to the 6 marked spots.

NOTE: You can also find the instructions (supplied with the toy) or Online – Starting in AMBI, you will see a list of toys in the Toys drop-down menu on the left side of the screen or at the top on mobile devices.

Final Thoughts on Sex Toy Cleanliness

It may seem like a lot, but if you invest in some quality toys, cleaning is much less of a hassle. Then, you can focus on having fun instead of worrying about unwanted guests on your lover.

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