Step 1: Read the material and water rating
Before water touches the product, identify its material and whether it is waterproof, splashproof, or not water-resistant. Waterproof does not automatically mean boil-safe or dishwasher-safe, especially when a toy contains a motor, battery, charging contacts, or bonded materials.
Keep the manual or a digital copy. If the charging port has a cover, close it exactly as instructed. When a listing and manual conflict, use the more cautious method and contact the manufacturer.
Step 2: Clean before and after use
Wash your hands and remove batteries or detach washable parts only when the instructions allow it. Use lukewarm water and a mild, appropriate cleanser, paying attention to seams, textures, sleeves, and removable attachments.
Avoid harsh household chemicals, fragranced products, and abrasive tools unless specifically approved. Clean promptly so lubricant and body fluids do not dry in grooves. Shared toys and changes between body areas may require a new barrier or a complete cleaning step.
Step 3: Dry completely
Pat the exterior with a clean, lint-free cloth and allow hidden channels, ports, and sleeves to air-dry fully. Do not put a damp toy into a closed pouch or hard case. Moisture can create odor, damage electronics, and make hygiene harder to maintain.
Place the toy on a clean surface where air can circulate and privacy is protected. Do not use high heat, a hair dryer, radiator, or direct sun unless the manufacturer explicitly permits it.
Step 4: Inspect and charge safely
Before charging, confirm that the toy and contacts are clean and dry. Use the supplied cable or an approved replacement with the correct power requirements. Charge on a stable, ventilated surface and disconnect after the recommended time.
Inspect for cracks, tears, swelling, loose parts, corrosion, unusual heat, or battery leakage. Do not use or charge a damaged product. A travel lock prevents accidental activation but does not replace safe storage.
Step 5: Store separately
Place the fully dry toy in its own clean pouch or compartment. Separate storage protects surfaces from dust, lint, pressure, and possible material interaction. Keep lubricant caps closed and store liquids where leaks cannot reach electronics.
Choose a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heaters, children, pets, and unauthorized access. Avoid tightly bending cables or flexible toy sections. Keep the charger and instructions labeled so the correct accessories remain together.
Build a replacement rule
Care extends product life, but no toy lasts forever. Replace a toy if its surface changes texture, develops cracks or tears, retains odor after correct cleaning, leaks, overheats, loses a secure battery cover, or can no longer be charged reliably.
Do not repair a body-contact surface with household glue or tape. For warranty questions, photograph the problem without including personal images and follow the retailer or manufacturer process. When in doubt, retire the product.
Frequently asked questions
Should I clean a new sex toy before first use?
Yes. Clean it according to the instructions, inspect it for damage, and make sure it is fully dry before use.
Can I submerge a splashproof toy?
No. Splashproof products can usually tolerate limited surface water but should not be submerged. Follow the exact manual.
Can I store different toys together?
Separate pouches or compartments are safer because they reduce dust, pressure, and possible reactions between soft materials.
When should I stop charging a toy?
Disconnect it at the recommended time and stop immediately if it becomes unusually hot, swells, smells odd, leaks, or has damaged contacts or cable.
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