How to Care For Your Sex Toys

Updated on June 9, 2021

You’re probably not moved with the thought of sex anymore, maybe because orgasm is just a myth to you. Or maybe none of your partners have ever taken you to cloud nine. 

It may simply be that you’re looking for new ways to explore your sexuality and spice up your sex life without trying out multiple partners. If any of the above is the case, then perhaps, it’s time you tried sex toys.

Sex toys or adult toys are devices or objects that are used for sexual stimulation and pleasure. They can help you explore your body better and give you the sexual satisfaction that you crave. 

Although they give pleasure, they could also cause you pain if you don’t take proper care of them or use them as you should. This article will explore the concept of sex toys and how to take appropriate care of them to avoid bacteria or fungi infections. Let’s dive right in.

Types of Sex Toys

The different types of sex toys include: 

Vibrators: just like the name implies, they vibrate and give off a buzzing sound when they are in use. They are used to massage or stimulate the pleasure spots – clitoris, vagina, and vulva. Some vibrators can also be used on the nipples for heightened sensation. You can check Vibratorist for different types of vibrators and how to use them properly.

Dildos: Some dildos are made to look like real penises, while some are in more abstract form. They are for penetrating the vagina or anus. And can come in different shapes and sizes. The curved ones are designed to stimulate the G-spot or prostate. 

Anal Toys: These are sexual objects that are made explicitly for anal pleasure. They include anal clips, dildos with a broad base, anal beads, anal plugs, prostate massagers, etc. They are best used with lubes for easier and safer penetration.

Sleeves: These objects are soft tubes that are used for stroking the penis or the clitoris. They come in different sizes. Some of them also have vibrators in them to help in stimulation. And are used mainly by trans men who are on hormone therapy or by intersex people. 

Penis Rings: These rings are designed to help people with erectile dysfunction. They go round your scrotum or penis to slow down blood flow, hence making you erect for a longer time. They are usually made from silicone or rubber materials to avoid hurting the skin. You can find some vibrators to aid with stimulation.

Other types of sex toys include pumps, Ben Wa balls, packers, harnesses, etc.

Why Sex Toys?

The search for sexual satisfaction and pleasure is a human need that may not be ignored except in cases of sexual dysfunction. In addition to that, people have different sexual orientations and groups. Hence, the demand for sex toys and the pleasure it brings.

The following are reasons why people use these devices:

  1. It’s exciting: you can use them to excite your body and attain different levels of pleasure and orgasm that you may not experience with your human partner. They are machines and are made in various forms to stimulate your sexual spots just the way you want them. 
  2. It helps improve sex: For individuals with cases of sexual dysfunction, sex might be boring and tiresome. However, adult devices like pumps, sleeves, penis rings, and vibrators can help to stimulate and restore the urge to get intimate with their partners again. It can also help to increase how long you can last with your partner.
  3. It keeps things fresh: it’s assumed that you must have gotten used to your partner’s body and moves. Or you’ve probably gotten used to a particular level of orgasm. You can use these devices to keep things fresh. Use it to explore your body and experience higher levels of orgasms that you have never felt before. 

Now that you know the different types of sex toys and how they can be used to spice up your intimacy; let’s see how you can clean and take care of them.

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How To Care For Your Adult Toys

Different ways to take care of your adult devices include:

Clean Regularly

Ensure to clean them before and after each use to avoid creating room for dirt and infections to thrive. You should also clean in between use if you’re sharing with your partner(s). You might want to wash your adult devices with mild soap and warm water, depending on the material they are made of and how they are powered.

You can also use wipes and UV lights to clean and keep them safe. For the devices that could withstand heat, e.g., glass and heat-resistant plastics, you might want to sterilize them in boiling water.

Proper Storage

Cleaning your devices without proper storage is as good as leaving them dirty. You have to create a clean place where you store them to avoid exposure to dirt, microbes, or even damage. You could use a drawer or shelf. However, it would be best if you also cleaned them before each use.

Avoid Sharing 

It is good to note that you can also get sexually transmitted infections by sharing your adult devices with different people. Sex toys can introduce infections such as chlamydia, herpes, syphilis, shigella and bacterial vaginosis to the body. 

In some cases, partners can transfer hepatitis B and C or even HIV/AIDS to each other through adult devices. Therefore, it is good to know your partner’s health status and avoid sharing with multiple partners or people you don’t know their status.

You can as well check here for more details on how best to take proper care of your sex toys.

Final Words

Sex toys are one of the best ways to get sexual pleasure and spice up your intimate life. You can use them to explore and stimulate your body and also revive your sex life. However, this pleasure can turn to pain if they are not well cared for.

 You need to clean them before and after each use to avoid introducing bacteria, fungi, and other infections into your body. It would help if you also stored them properly. That way, you can enjoy yourself without worries.

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