How to clean and store your sex toys
Clean toys last longer and are more comfortable to use. It only takes a minute.
- Ships from Canada
- Discreet box
- No duty
- Free shipping from $75
Our top 3 picks
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Best for most peopleLe Wand Toy Cleaner 4oz ($21.99)Organic, non-foaming cleaner with aloe vera. Free from glycerin, parabens and alcohol.
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Best valueWicked Cleene Antibacterial Unscented Toy Cleaner 4.0oz ($18.99)Antibacterial spray for all toy materials. Fragrance- and alcohol-free.
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Best upgradeB Vibe UV Sterilizer Pouch ($113.99)Travel pouch that sanitizes toys with UV-C light in a 3-minute cycle. USB powered.
Shipping is $9.95, and free on orders from $75. A water-based lube such as JO H2O Classic 2oz ($19.99) or a toy cleaner such as Wicked Cleene 4oz ($18.99) helps you get there.
Every time
- Check the label first. Is the toy waterproof, splash-proof or not water-resistant at all? Never submerge a toy that isn't waterproof.
- Wash with warm water and a mild, unscented soap, or spray with a toy cleaner such as Wicked Cleene Antibacterial Unscented Toy Cleaner 4.0oz ($18.99) or Le Wand Toy Cleaner 4oz ($21.99).
- Rinse (if waterproof) or wipe with a damp cloth.
- Dry completely with a clean, lint-free towel or let it air-dry.
- Store it somewhere clean and dry, ideally in its own pouch.
Don'ts
- Don't use harsh cleaners, alcohol or bleach on silicone; they can damage the surface.
- Don't boil toys with motors.
- Don't store different materials touching each other, especially soft TPE/jelly toys against silicone.
Storage ideas
- The pouch the toy came with is fine.
- A lockable or discreet toy bag such as Liberator Zappa Discreet Toy Bag Grape ($69.99) keeps things private.
- Some people use a UV sanitizing pouch such as B Vibe UV Sterilizer Pouch ($113.99) for extra peace of mind.
Batteries and charging
- Charge rechargeable toys fully before the first use, and every few months if stored.
- Remove batteries from battery-powered toys before storing them.
Quick answers
How often should I clean my toy? Before the first use and after every use.
Can I put a toy in the dishwasher? Only if the manufacturer says so (usually only motorless silicone, glass or steel toys).
My lube froze in shipping. Is it OK? Yes. Let it thaw at room temperature before use.
How does shipping work? Orders ship from Canada in a plain, unmarked box, so there is no duty. Shipping is $9.95, and free on orders from $75.
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