As previously outlined, safety is of considerable importance when it comes to sex toys. After all, these are going to be inserted into your most sensitive regions; you need to make sure you’re enjoying such carnal pleasures responsibly and carefully, for both you and your partner’s sake. Whilst this is by no means a comprehensive list- and we strongly encourage reading any enclosed instructions included with your toys- these are some of the basic guidelines you ought to follow when using sex toys.
Do:
- First and foremost; make sure you and your partner use condoms when engaging in play together. Fingers, Penises, and toys all require condoms for safety’s sake. They might not be necessary for solo play, but it is recommended nonetheless as it will help keep the toys clean.
- Speaking of, make sure your toys are thoroughly cleaned after every single use. This should go without saying- pleasure does go hand-in-hand with mess, in this instance- but it is absolutely vital for your health to adhere to this. Each toy will have different cleaning requirements, so make sure you follow them correctly. Though not as necessary, it pays to make sure the toys are cleaned before use as well.
- Make sure you use the correct lubrication for your toys. Water based lubricants are your best bet if you’re using toys that are made of or make use of silicone, as oil or silicone based lubricants will erode the material over time.
Don’ts:
- Jumping off from the cleaning point, don’t just throw your toys into a draw willy nilly and call it a day. There could be all sorts in there- dust, crumbs, hair, any and all sorts of bacteria; nothing you want in your delicates, that’s for sure. Always replace your toys in proper containers- they will usually come with a cloth bag for safekeeping, but using their original box is also a valid option.
- Don’t put toys in places they’re not designed to go. For example, do not insert toys that don’t have flared bases into your anus, as there’s a very good chance they could get stuck in there if you’re not extremely careful. Not only would that be a particularly embarrassing visit to A&E. but it could potentially cause serious damage or tearing.
- Whilst there is some degree of sharing incurred with certain types of toys- Double Sided Dildos or Cock Rings, as just two examples- it’s best not to share toys with other individuals. Whether you’ve made use of condoms, are completely clean and well washed in all the hard to reach places, and have cleaned the toys themselves thoroughly, it’s better not to share something you’ve had inserted into your privates with someone else.
At the end of the day, you and your partner simply need to adhere to common sense and careful planning when it comes to play of any sort. As long as you’re careful and well prepared, you shouldn’t run into any problems.
