EasyGlide Toy Cleaner – Antibacterial Cleaner for Adult Toys - 150ml

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For a basic, no-frills cleaner, look no further than this one from Lovehoney. It's vegan and free of harsh ingredients, and comes in a TSA-friendly 3.4 oz bottle for a grab-and-go experience. You can even stuff it in your purse for on-the-go O's! If the toy is made of a plastic material, alcohol-based cleaners can potentially degrade the outer coating of the toy over time, Scoca say. To avoid erosion, one should clean their toy with a damp cloth.

Viral illnesses aren’t the only germs to worry about either. Bath toys and other toys that get wet, such as toys in the pool or those played with outside, are usually full of bacteria and mold. As a result, you want to make sure you’re cleaning every single toy in the house to keep your kids safe. Mashable is a registered trademark of Ziff Davis and may not be used by third parties without express written permission. Finn said that shopping at a trusted retailer can ensure that your toys are high quality and not made out of "novelty" materials like jelly rubber. Using a sex toy immediately after a partner has used it is risky, too, explains Finn — especially if that partner has an STI or doesn't know their current STI status. "Using a sex toy covered in another person's bodily fluids puts you at risk of unwanted STI transmission," she says. Sure, sharing is caring…but only to an extent.

Adulthood is great, except for pesky chores like paying bills and tidying up. Much the way you can’t ignore dirty dishes, you have to figure out how to clean sex toys in your possession too. If this last responsibility sounds a bit daunting, that’s understandable. Cleaning your sex toys is necessary, but it’s pretty easy as long as you know what you’re doing. Babeland's spray-on cleaner will blast away any dirt and grim ahead of your next sex session. It's formulated with purified water and phospholipids to prevent potential bacteria growth. However, it does acquire fragrance and preservatives, which may not be great for people with sensitive skin. As for the price? A steal.

If you want a toy cleaner you can take on the go, then this fast-acting formula from luxury sex-toy brand Lelo is calling your name. Reviewers love that it’s pH-balanced, alcohol- and silicone-free, and amazingly discreet, especially since the bottle is only two ounces. Pot for boiling water: You can disinfect a variety of toys by first surface-cleaning them and then submerging them in boiling water for just a few minutes.There are some handy-dandy sex toy storage containers you can buy, but chances are you have something lying around the house that’ll work just fine, like: Simply rinsing off your toys isn’t going to get them as clean as you need them to be, which is why using a sex-toy cleaner is oh so important. And while Santini says you can use a fragrance-free, antibacterial soap with no added lotions to clean up your sex toys, a cleanser that’s specifically made for your pleasure products is your safest bet. The material of your toy will determine how you should wash it, but generally speaking, you should keep these things in mind when shopping for sex-toy cleaners: Choose a Water-Based Formula Your shower head can make for a fantastic clitoral stimulator. While it doesn’t exactly feel like a tongue, it definitely mimics the feel of a vibrator. If you haven't tried this out yet, turn your shower on, and experiment with a variety of temperature settings and speeds. Using unclean sex toys can potentially introduce unwanted bacteria or other pathogens—like fungi—into the vulvar-vaginal environment that can lead to the overgrowth of bacteria known as bacterial vaginosis or cause a urinary tract infection,” said sexologist Amanda Morgan, an associate professor-in-residence at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. “It is especially important to thoroughly clean toys that are used by multiple partners.” This usually indicates that the manufacturer may be trying to get around certain standards of disclosure for personal products,” he says. “Seeking out toys designated ‘medical grade’ ensures the highest quality and safety.”

If your go-to toy is a vibrator, Finn says you might want to invest in a sterilizer pouch like the b-Vibe UV Sterilizer Pouch, which uses UV lights to kill surface bacteria. "The concept is similar to when you go to the dentist and they use UV light to sterilize equipment," she says. If you're using a sex toy cleanser, it's still a good idea to first wash your toys with mild soap after you use them. If you're working with non-porous toys like stainless steel and glass dildos or silicone models without any motor, “they should be boiled in hot water for a few minutes, then wiped with mild soap and air-dried,” says Dr. Grover. Motorized or battery-operated toys, however, should not be submerged in boiling water. These can be rinsed well in warm water and thoroughly wiped down with a mild soap, then left to air-dry. (Antibacterial soap isn't necessary in this case.) Disinfecting and properly storing your sexccesories may be the last thing on your mind after getting off, but not taking the time to do it could mess with your health and your toy’s shelf life. Washing sex toys before you use them as well will ensure they don't transmit anything harmful into your body, which can help you avoid issues like yeast infections and bacterial vaginosis. “Toys can attract dust and dirt while being stored in drawers, which can have a drastic effect on your vaginal pH,” sex and relationship coach Mike Anderson tells GLAMOUR US. Once you've cleaned your sex toy du jour, let it air-dry or wipe it down with a dry washcloth.That might seem excessive, but when it comes to your health, it’s always best to err on the side of caution. percent silicone, glass, and steel toys can also be cleaned with liquid soap or a toy cleaner and then air dried,” Deysach says. Some final advice from Deysach about storing your sex toys: For the sake of longevity, store any battery-operated toys with the batteries outside the toy. Batteries can drain or corrode if left in toys too long. All sex toys need to be carefully cleaned, dried and stored and you can ensure you’ll give your toy collection the best care by using an antibacterial sex toy cleaner and using a restorative powder on realistic toys and latex toys to ensure they stay supple. The bathtub faucet can be as effective as the shower head,” Jean tells Elite Daily. 7. Electric Toothbrush