Product information & Toy Care
How to Clean Your Sex Toys: A Simple Guide
Keeping your toys clean keeps them feeling great, lasting longer, and—most importantly—keeps you healthy.
The good news? Most toys only take a couple of minutes to clean, and you don’t need anything fancy.
Here’s the easiest, most reliable way to do it.
What You Need
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Warm water
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Mild liquid soap (unscented or castile works best)
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A clean towel
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Optional: Toy cleaning sprays or wipes
Basic Cleaning (Good for Everyday Use)
This method works for most waterproof or splashproof toys, including silicone vibrators, dildos, butt plugs, and wands.
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Rinse the toy with warm water.
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Lather with mild soap and gently scrub all surfaces.
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Rinse again until all soap is gone.
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Let it air-dry on a clean towel.
If your toy has grooves, textures, or seams, you can use a soft toothbrush to remove anything trapped.
Tip: If your toy is not water-safe, just wipe it down with a damp soapy cloth instead of rinsing.
Deep Cleaning (Sharing, Switching Areas, or After Illness)
If you’re sharing toys, moving between anal/vaginal use, or want extra peace of mind—use one of these methods (only for non-motorized, 100% silicone, stainless steel, or glass toys):
1. Boiling (Most Effective)
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Place the toy in boiling water for 3 minutes.
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Remove with tongs and let it air-dry.
Never boil toys with motors or batteries.
2. Bleach Solution (For Full Disinfection)
Mix 1/3 cup household bleach per 1 gallon of water.
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Submerge the toy for 10 minutes, or spray and let sit.
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Wash again with soap and water afterward.
3. Dishwasher (Only on ‘Sanitize’ Cycle)
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Top rack, no soap.
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Only for solid silicone, stainless steel, or glass.
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Not as strong as boiling, but easy for multiple toys.
Storage Tips
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Store toys in a clean pouch or case.
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Keep them in a cool, dry drawer away from sunlight.
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Let motorized toys dry with the battery compartment open.
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Replace any toy with cracks, tears, or damaged surfaces.
When to Replace a Toy
If you notice:
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Cracks in plastic, glass, or silicone
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Torn silicone
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Peeling coatings
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Strange or lingering smells that don’t clean away
…it’s time for a new one.
A Note on Toy Materials
Nonporous materials (100% silicone, stainless steel, glass) clean thoroughly and last longest.
Porous materials (jelly, PVC, rubber, “silicone blends”) hold bacteria and can’t be fully sanitized—clean well and replace more often.
That’s It — Simple, Safe, Reliable
Cleaning doesn’t need to be complicated. A quick wash after each use keeps everything fresh and ready for next time.
If you ever need help choosing a new toy or checking if a material is safe to boil, our team at SOURCE / Adult Toys is here to help.