Cleaning your sex toys is an essential way to create a happy and healthy sexlife. It may seem like a chore but it will help keep your body clean and safe from anything nasty that could land on your toy.
But I get it, sometimes you forgot, sometimes your tired after a session or maybe even don’t have time but there are many reasons that you should make cleaning your toys a priority. Even if you only your use on your own, cleaning should never slip your mind. Without cleaning, you risk getting a yeast or bacterial infection or even pass on/contract an STD. Two things that we really don’t want to happen. This is especially true if you use a type of coil as contraception as they can potentially increase the chance of catching infections such as thrush.
Before I tell you anymore remember … ALWAYS take the batteries out before cleaning.
What material are you working with?
The first thing to work out when you are cleaning your toy is what is it made from? Is it a porous or non-porous material. Here at Aurora Exquisite, we try to ensure all our products are non-porous as they are also easier to look after, clean and they tend to have a longer, healthier life. Porous materials should always be used with condoms to ensure they remain clean and hygienic.
When should you clean your toys?
You should ALWAYS clean your sex toys after any use. It will make sure that your toys are as clean as possible. And it is really simple to do.
We would also strongly recommend washing them before use. Even if you have thoroughly cleaned them after your last use, you don’t know if there is any dirt or harmful substance on them picked up while stored. You do NOT want that near your genitals.
It is also recommended that they are stored in a cool, dry and clean place in between uses to prevent any addition unwanted stuff on your toys.
What should you use?
Though for most sex toys you can use mild soap and water, we strongly advise using a specially made sex toy cleaner. For certain products (real feel ones), you may want to use some toy refreshing powder to finish off your cleaning.
How do you clean it?
Well, this depends on what toy you have. For most toys, you are ok to wash with mild soap or toy cleaner, some warm water and a clean cloth. Spray is always my preference for ease, just spray the toy, leave for 30 seconds then wipe down with your damp cloth.
If you have a glass, stainless steel or silicone toy and want a deeper clean, you can put it in boiling water for around 8 – 10 minutes OR even put it in the dishwasher. If you go for the dishwasher option, make sure you don’t add soap; you may not enjoy the aftermath of your next use.
Once clean, make sure that the toy is completed dry before putting it away, either air dry by placing on kitchen roll or immediate dry with a clean toy. DO NOT use a hairdryer or place on a radiator to dry.
Once complete you can put it into a clean and dry storage area. For the best way to store your goodies, please read our guide on how to store your sex toys.