Cleaning Your Dildos, Vibrators and Other Sex Toys

Nobody likes germs, bacteria or viruses crawling all over your stuff, that's why people wash their hands and their dishes. Your sex toys should be no different, especially for those people who sometimes share their vibrators and dildos. Any number of viruses and bacteria can be transferred from one person to another through shared sex toys including, HIV, Hepatitis and more.

So, what are some good methods for cleaning your favorite sex toys? Well, there's not a lot of official documentation on the subject but through a little research and common sense you can come to a few conclusions.

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, and the rule stil applies when in the world of clean sex toys. Condoms can easily be used on your dildos and vibrators too prevent germs from getting on them in the first place. Now, this can be a very smart move for those who tend to share their sex toys, especially if one of the users has any type of std. All you have to do is take off the condom, toss it and give your toy a quick wipe down, and your done! However, this might seem a bit excessive for those who don't share sex toys and you're right, it really is.

Another great method for cleaning your products is with the disinfectants that are made for sex toys. When you look at these you can usually see what they are cabable of killing, they will usually state that they kill HIV, Hep, etc... You also want to look for the term 'bactericidal' or 'antibacterial'. When using this type of cleaner make sure you read the directions as the time required to dispach with any undesirables on your vibrator or dildo will differ depending on the product, some will take as little as 30 seconds some will take up to 5 minutes. Also pay attention to the safety concerns on getting the cleaner on your skin.

So what do you do when you're out of cleaner but still need to clean your sex toys? Well, scrubbing them with soap and water is always a good bet, this works best on products with harder, smoother surfaces but can be an effective tool for dissinfecting almost any type of sex toy. Other options can include a trip through the dishwasher on the top rack or boiling them (but make sure your sex toy can handle the heat first so you don't ruin it).

Remember, always read the product information that came with your sex toy for information on how to properly clean it so as not to damage it.

Buying Sex Toys as Gifts for Men

Buying a sex toy for your man can be a great idea for a special occasion or just for fun. Maybe you're into using sex toys to enhance your sex life already and want to try something new or maybe you've never tried them and are interested in a little expansion of your sexual repertoire.

Before you go out a start buying gifts for him, there are a few adult products that you may want to avoid. These can include penis extenders, pumps and even cock rings, as these sex toys may make your man feel as if he's un able to properly satisfy you.

So, if you've decided to buy your guy a sex toy you need to consider a few questions. Does he already own any sex toys? Do you use sex toys in your relationship already? Do you think he will be open to new ideas in bed? Do you want to get him a sex toy for personal use or for use with you? What's your price range?

By quickly answering these questions you will be able to decide which type of sex toy is right for him. If he's already a connoisseur of sex toys and you use them regularly in your relationship, maybe something more personal for him would be appropriate. These types of items can include pocket pals and sexy vaginas and can vary in price from $5 - $100's, the more expensive are usually direct molds from famous porn stars and are made of incredibly high quality and realistic materials. Or you can even consider buying a kit and make a mold of your own private region, so even when you're not there with him, you can still provide him entertainment!

If you're more looking for a sex toy that can be used together then your choices may be a bit more limited. The big question to ask here is if he enjoys or might be open to anal play, and if you're open to providing it. I discussed anal sex about a week ago, it might be good to read that if you're new to anal. If he is open to anal then there are a lot of anal sex toys out there that you can choose from. Options include, anal beads for a more powerful climax to anal probes and plugs. And if it turns out that he really enjoys it you might want to think about moving up to trying out a strap-on!

Another consideration is BDSM, light BDSM can be a lot of fun and roles can easily be switched up for variety. You don't have to go out and by whips, chains and ball gags, there are beginner BDSM kits that include everything you'll need for light, bondage fun.

Other sex toys and adult products to consider for use by both of you are sex games and massage oils. Sex games vary from various board games and card games to full role-playing games and ideas. Role-playing can be a lot of fun, I discuss this in more detail on our role playing page. You should also consider some massage oils with promise of using them on him in the near future.

There are definitely choices out there for getting your man a sex toys, but remember to avoid sex toys such as penis pumps, cock rings and penis extenders unless you're absolutely sure that he would want one.