Hey SexNerd!
Congratulations on your new toy! We hope you enjoy it to the fullest, but to ensure its longevity and your safety, let’s go over a few essential steps for safe sex toy care and hygiene practices.
1. Clean Your Toys Regularly
This is the most important tip—not just for hygiene but also for the functionality of your toy. While most bodily fluids are not inherently dangerous, failing to clean your toy can promote bacterial growth, leading to infections upon future use.
This applies to all toys but is especially crucial for anal toys, such as anal plugs and beads, as they come into contact with bacteria from the digestive tract. Even residual vaginal fluids, semen, or saliva can harbor bacteria.
Most sex toys can be effectively cleaned with warm water and mild soap or a specialized toy cleaner that maintains medical-grade silicone integrity. It’s simple, so there’s no excuse not to clean them after every use!
For extra protection, store it properly. Get our Pleasure Pouch by Pink Vibes.
2. Do Not Share Your Sex Toys
This tip ties into the previous one. In an ideal world, if a sex toy were perfectly cleaned before and after every use, partners could share them without concern. However, in reality, things don’t always go as planned.
Sharing toys can expose you to sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and bacterial infections if they are not thoroughly cleaned. Consider the following:
- ✔ Your partner must be completely free of STIs.
- ✔ You should trust that they have no other sexual partners.
- ✔ They should properly clean the toy after every use.
If all of the above apply, sharing is relatively low-risk. Otherwise, your toys should remain personal.
That doesn’t mean you and your partner can’t use toys together—just that the toy should only be used on you. If you want to share, using a condom over the toy is a viable option. Simply change it before each use.
3. Take Care of the Battery
If you don’t use battery-powered toys, you can skip this section. But if you do, take note of these essential safety tips:
- Charge only with compatible adapters (5V, 1A). Higher voltage can fry the battery, and such damage is not covered under warranty. Avoid fast-charging adapters—patience is key!
- Only wash the exterior of battery-powered toys. Even if the toy is waterproof, its internal components are not. Water exposure inside the battery compartment can cause corrosion or damage.
- Ensure a tight seal before submerging any waterproof toys in water. Also, always dry them thoroughly before charging to prevent electrical issues.
4. Use Sex Toys as Intended
This might seem like common sense, but it’s worth mentioning. Using a toy for anything other than its intended purpose can lead to discomfort, injury, or worse.
- Anal plugs: Always keep the flared base outside your body to prevent accidental slipping.
- Vibrators: Avoid inserting them in the wrong direction or using an inappropriate size for penetration.
- Read the instructions! If you're unsure how your toy works, consult the manual or reach out to us.
While experimenting is great, always prioritize safety to avoid turning a fun experience into a regrettable one.
Safe Use of Your Sex Toys Is a Must!
It’s easy to focus solely on the pleasure your toys provide, but using them safely is just as important. Not only does this protect your long-term well-being, but it also extends the lifespan of your toys.
Following these tips means your investment in a high-quality toy will last years instead of just a few months—allowing you to get the most out of your purchase.
So, never underestimate the importance of safe and responsible sex toy use.
Enjoy and play safely! 💖
