A Complete Beginner's Guide to Buying and Cleaning Sex Toys
Planning to buy your first sex toy? Or have been playing with one for a while but still can't figure out how to clean it or what to use to clean it?
Whether you use it alone or with a partner, this guide can help you - from where to buy reliable ones to how to wash and hide them.
Where to buy sex toys (safe and not embarrassing)
Let's not talk about cleaning and storage first, let's talk about where to buy them with confidence.
Buy online (private and convenient)
Shopping online is the least embarrassing and most convenient way. You can slowly read reviews, compare styles, and protect privacy during delivery - no need to blush in the store.
Pay attention to the following points when choosing an online store:
- Choose an adult masturbator product brand store with a good reputation, which can ensure payment security at checkout
- The packaging should be simple (don't print fancy patterns), and don't write "sex toys" on the delivery note
- There are customer service staff to answer questions, and there is a return policy (for example, https://www.xlovesr.com/ is quite reliable)
Offline adult product stores
If you want to touch and see before buying, go to a reliable boutique in your city:
- The clerk can answer your questions on the spot
- You can try the feel and size with your own hands
- You can take it away after buying, without waiting for delivery
But remember to choose a clean and tidy store that is friendly to women and LGBTQ + groups - not all adult product stores make people feel comfortable, and some may be messy.
How to wash sex toys cleanly?
Many novices are confused: Just rinse with water? Do you need to use special soap?
Step-by-step instructions for washing
- Rinse the Anal toys with warm water immediately after use.
- Apply some mild, unscented soap or a detergent specifically formulated for sex toys.
- Gently rub it and rinse it with clean water.
- Dry it with a clean towel or leave it there to dry completely.
- Put it in a dust-free bag or box.
Note: Do not soak toys with batteries or charging ports in water unless they are clearly labeled "completely waterproof".
What to use to wash toys made of different materials? What to avoid?
This is the safest way to clean, remember:
- Toy material: Avoid using safe detergents
- Silicone: Warm water + mild soap or toy cleaner, alcohol, bleach, boiling water
- Glass: Soap + Water
- TPE/TPR: Soap + warm water (very gentle) Alcohol, hot water
Be sure to read the product manual! Some special styles may have special requirements.
Hygiene tips
- Wash before and after each use - even if it looks clean, it may still harbor bacteria
- When sharing toys with your partner, it is best to use a condom (more hygienic)
- Don't put toys of different materials in the same bag (for example, silicone and TPE together may stick together)
- Don't put them in a damp, dirty place, or in a conspicuous place (such as on the bedside table, where it is easy for people to see)
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