How to Clean and Care for Your Sex Toys
After a job well done, we all just want to throw our toys back into the drawer and enjoy are afterglow. However, if you want your sex toys to last, you need to actually care for them properly. Without care, your dildos will have a short life span. But, how do you take good care of your toys? Is there a secret you are unaware of?
The great news is that most toys require minimal care to last a long time, especially if you get them from Hankey Toys. These toys are made from high-quality materials, and they will last you a lifetime if you take care of them well. You don’t really need to do much, either; a bit of washing and good storage are all that’s necessary.
Of course, if you don’t know much about how to take care of adult sex toys, this article is for you. We will go over how to properly care for and store your favorite sex toys, anything from basic dildos to battery-powered and non-waterproof options.
What are the easiest toys to clean?
As we all know, different materials require different care. So, if you really want toys that you can just throw into the nightstand and wipe down, you might want to consider toys made from ABS plastic or silicone. Of course, the best option would be to get the sex toy cleaner, but just using warm water and soap should also be good enough.
On the other hand, toys that have batteries and those that are not waterproof will obviously be more challenging to care for. While you can submerge all of our realistic sex toys and fantasy dildos underwater and clean them with ease, you cannot do that with motorized or battery-operated toys. Instead, you have to work around the power point… unless they are waterproof, of course.
Why is it important?
Cleaning sex toys is essential for your health and the longevity of the toys. Getting a high-quality toy from Mr Hanky Toys guarantees a longer life, but only if you do your part. Whether you are using dildos, vibrators, or other toys, you need to know the proper hygiene tips that can help avoid infection, irritation, or unpleasant odors.
Sex toys will come in direct contact with intimate areas, and when they are not cleaned properly, they will harbor bacteria, yeast, and other nasty things. It does not matter if you are using our fantasy dildos to satisfy your odd cravings or if you prefer realistic sex toy options instead; you need to clean the toys well.
A penis toy will be used on your private parts, and the best way to clean the toys will depend on the material. In our case, most of our toys are made from high-quality silicone, which is super easy to clean. But if you have toys made from other materials, you should know how to care for them properly. Just remember that a quick wash after every use will keep the toys safe, fresh, and ready for next use whenever you feel like it.
Different cleaning methods
There are different ways you can clean sex toys. This will mainly depend on the type of toy you have. This is why all the toys from Hankey Toys come with a manual on all the important information. Generally speaking, however, there are three primary methods of toy cleaning you can consider:
Surface cleaning
Any sex toy can be cleaned with a good scrub, but what you use as a scrub matters, because harsh scrubs can actually damage the toys. Also, remember that this technique does not disinfect or sterilize the toy.
For example, if you use our fisting dildos or you have some kinky fun with the more creative monster dildos instead, you need to give them a thorough clean. Of course, surface cleaning should probably be enough if you use a toy just for rubbing or to use on top of toys.
Before you start cleaning, you should consider whether your toy is waterproof or not. The simplest dildos, such as almost any of our XXXL dildo options, are nonmechanized, which means that you can easily rinse and wipe them down. However, if you have a mechanized toy, rinsing them off can be rather tricky if they are not waterproof.
If a toy is splashproof, it is safe to get wet on the surface, while waterproof means that it can be submerged underwater to a certain depth. Mr. Hankeys includes this declaration with each toy, so you always know what you get. That said, when you get dildos like the Drew Sebastian, BBC dildos, or any of the fantasy sex toys, you are free to submerge them underwater.
For battery-operated toys, your first step is to remove the batteries. Then, rinse the toy with water or wipe the surface clean with a paper towel soaked in toy cleaner or a washcloth—basically, anything that can remove any surface debris. After that, you can apply liquid soap to the toy and scrub. Once it is soaped up, clean off the soap and dry it properly before putting the batteries back in. Letting the toy air dry is always the best!
Put, using warm water, anti-bacterial soap, and a washcloth should be enough in most cases. Just pay attention to whether your toy is motorized/straightforward, and whether it is splashproof, waterproof, or none.
Disinfecting and sanitizing
What can you do if a simple cleaning is not enough? Well, you might want to consider fully disinfecting the toy. For example, when you use our monster dildo toys with others or the toy comes in contact with genitals during bacterial, yeast, or sexually transmitted infection, it can harbor associated pathogens. If that’s the case, here is how you can clean your toy fully.
Boiling
If you want to disinfect silicone, stainless steel, and borosilicate glass toys 100%, you can boil them. First, clean their surface and submerge them in a pot of boiling water. Leave them in for three minutes. If you are cleaning glass toys, you should put a washcloth in the pot so you avoid breaking or cracking the toys.
Then, remove them from the boiling water with tongs and allow them to air-dry on a clean towel. Never rinse them out immediately with cold water; this will damage the material.
Dishwashing
Non-mechanicalized adult toys that are 100% silicone, stainless steel, and borosilicate glass toys can be cleaned in the dishwasher once they are surface-cleaned first. The dishwasher is not as effective as the boiling water method.
Bleaching
Some toys can be disinfected with a bleach solution after the surface is cleaned. You can make the solution, spray it on the toy, and leave it for about 10 minutes. However, this is definitely not recommended since bleach can be pretty harsh.
The best options are surface cleaning, using water, soap, a washcloth, and boiling. To make things easier, you can also buy sex toy cleaners.
How to store sex toys after cleaning?
You’ve just had the most amazing session with your favorite dragon dildoe and you are ready to clean it. Well, Mr. Hankey’s toys are waterproof and you can easily clean them with water and soap. But after that, it is also important that you let them dry and store them properly, as well.
It does not matter whether you choose one of our huge dildos or any fantasy dildo instead; the cleaning process is usually similar. Once the toy is clean, you should first let it dry completely. Storing a semi-wet or wet toy in a closed case is not good. You should instead have a dedicated box or case where you can store the toy once it is fully dry.
It is suggested that silicone toys be stored in something breathable, which can help reduce their odor. Most adult toys should be stored in a dark, dry, cool place, like a shelf or a drawer. Keep them away from direct sunlight or any wet or damp place.
Final verdict
How you care for your toy will directly impact how long it lasts. Our toys at Mr. Hankey’s Toys are designed to last you a lifetime with proper care. As mentioned, our toys are made from high-quality silicone and are super easy to clean.
That said, no matter where you got your sex toys from, the first step is learning the material they are made from. You can choose the appropriate cleaning method depending on the material and whether it is waterproof. Putting in a little effort to clean your sex toys properly will help keep those toys clean and safe for use for a very long time. Of course, sticking with toys made from high-quality materials is also important!
