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Should You Put On Condoms On Sex Toys?

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By HoneysXPublished 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago 7 min read
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Sex toys are used by a wide range of people for a variety of reasons. For some people, using sex toys is the simplest (or only) method to experience an orgasm – this is especially true for those who have vulvas. People may use sex toys to assist them in masturbating. During sex with their partners, people also employ sex toys.

Due to the bodily fluids retained by the toy, sharing sex toys with other people might spread sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and bacterial illnesses, thus it's crucial to use a condom if this applicable for you. We rarely contemplate wearing protection with a sex toy since so much of the public discourse about condoms is about avoiding pregnancy, but it is a topic we should be discussing more.

It will not only prevent the spread of STIs, but it also prevents the spread of bacterial diseases, which can be just as unpleasant and humiliating. The potentially dangerous substance phthalates, which can be added during the manufacturing moment for making the toy bendable, has caused some alarm. Even if your sex toy isn't made of this material, microbes and other nastiness can build up over time, even if you wash it after each usage.

Furthermore using condoms on sex toys might assist in maintaining the toys  cleanliness and stop STDs from spreading. Just remember to replace condoms before the toy comes into contact with some other person's genital area.

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It's recommended to use a sex toy made of a , non-porous body-safe material like 100% silicone (not the blends of silicone ), plastic, alloy steels, aluminium, or blow glass if you're inserting it within your body (mouth, vagina, or anus). Non-porous toys do not absorb germs and are easier to clean; this type of material is also ideal for use with a condom.

There are are some toys made up of , porous materials like silicone mixes, jelly latex, Polyvinyl chloride, Thermoplastic rubber , Thermoplastic elastomers ,rubbers or plastic material can absorb bacteria that can lead to diseases. However, you can always wear a condom on your toy to keep it clean and prevent any pathogens from entering your body.

When should you use condoms when playing with your sex toys?

When you're exchanging toys, it's crucial to cover them with a condom to help prevent the formation or transmission of STIs and bacterial illnesses. When switching partners or switching from vaginal to anal to oral use, change condoms. The safest method, though, seems to be to purchase a new sex toy while using it with someone else.

It is indeed a good idea to consider changing condoms after each individual use, as bacteria can accumulate on the toy even if it's completely cleaned. Because each toy is unique, it's critical to read the cleaning and storing recommendations.

What types of sex toys should condoms be used with?

Except for sex toys that stimulate the nipple, the safest option is to use a condom with every sex toy, penetrative or not. This is because wounds and sores can occur around the vagina, anus, or penis, increasing the risk of infection.

What factors do you consider while deciding whether or not to use condoms with your sex toys?

The safest approach is to always wear a condom with a sex toy and, at the very least, to wash your device completely after each use. I strongly advise purchasing a sex toy made of body-safe materials such as silicone and not sharing gadgets among partners.

Why You Should Use Condoms Even If You're Using Sex Toys?

Some of the chemicals used in them might be dangerous, and trying to keep them hygienic can be challenging. There's a simple solution: keep your toys in a condom.

This isn't a novel concept, especially for those who share toys or use them together, but it's an useful safety reminder in light of recent worries about phthalates, a chemical added to plastics to make them flexible and bendable—  Porous toys, even when they're phthalate-free, can also cause cleaning issues. Even if you wash them after each usage (which you should! ), bacteria and moisture can get into those holes and stay there for a long time.

Lubrication:

Make sure you use a lot of lubrication if you're utilising a sex toy in your anus. Because the anus does not lubricate (become wet) like a vagina, inserting something in your buttocks without lube can be painful, uncomfortable, and even dangerous. Also, never use a sex toy that has been in an anus before even washing it or switching the condom. Vaginitis can develop if bacteria from your anus get into your vagina.

Condom breakage can be reduced by using lubrication, often known as lube. When deciding on the ideal lube for you, you'll want to consider the various types available. Lubricants are available in a variety of bases:

• silicone based lubricant

• oil based lubricant

• water based lubricant

• hybrid (combining a few of the above)

Water and silicone are frequently combined in hybrid lubes. There are a variety of formulas available to meet your specific requirements.

Water-Based lubricant:

Water-based lubes, sometimes known as "versatile" lubricating oils, can be used in almost any activity you can conceive of, including those involving silicone toys.

Pros of Water-based lube:

ü Condoms, both latex and non-latex, are also safe to use with water-based lubes.

ü They may also reduce the chance of condom breakage, according to study.

ü It won't stain your bedding, is gentle on the skin, and is simple to remove with water.

ü Safe to use with latex, polyurethane/polyisoprene, and internal condoms

ü Rinses off easily from skin and fabric

ü Various lubes thicken and clump as a result of friction burns. Water-based lubricants don't.

Cons of Water-based lube:

ü Water-based lubes have the disadvantage of quickly absorbing into the skin and evaporating, requiring you to reapply the lube, causing interruptions in your intimate time and ultimately using up the product more quickly.

ü Feels smooth at first, but can become sticky as it absorbs.

Silicone-Based lube:

If you decide to use a silicone-based lubrication, keep in mind that it will feel like silk sheets on your sensitive areas. Most people will not have an allergic reaction to silicone because it is hypoallergenic.

Pros of silicone-Based lube:

ü This lube also has a longer shelf life. You may have discovered your match if you're looking for something that lasts longer and requires less reapplication.

ü Because the water usually wipes everything else away, it makes the experience much more delightful.

ü Silicone-based lubes, on the other hand, are condom-safe.

ü Long-lasting

ü It has a smooth and silky feel to it.

ü Latex, polyurethane/polyisoprene, toys are suitable to wear condoms and are all safe to use.

ü In persons with hypersensitive skin, it almost never causes allergic responses.

Cons of Silicone-Based lube:

ü Silicone devices' surfaces might be harmed by the silicone in your lubrication. When this happens, a, your toys become less sanitary because abrasions in the silicone allow bacteria to develop.

ü "If you share sex toys or use them with multiple partners, make sure to use a water-based lubricant when playing with toys to safeguard your safety,"

ü It's difficult to get rid of, and it could stain your clothes.

ü Silicone-based lubricants provide a (almost) unparalleled slickness that is long-lasting, -safe to use with condom, and won't breakdown in the showers, pools, or heated pool.

ü Long-lasting is enjoyable in the present, but not so much once it is past. To get rid of the sticky, slick residue that won't go away on its own, a thorough cleaning with soap and water is required.

ü These lubricants are also not toy-safe, and if they come into direct contact with toys, they will destroy your beloved silicone playmates.

Of course, all of this is secondary to the reality that utilising synthetic chemicals such as silicone for sexual play may not be the healthiest choice.Those who are concerned about the items they use and the materials used to make them may reconsider using a silicone-based lube over a natural alternative.

SO What you should go for?

Use water based lubricants to be safe.If you don't want to ruin those expensive toys, don't do it.Water-based lubricants are suitable for condoms as well as sex toys, easy to clean, and a somewhat healthier option if they don't contain glycerin, parabens, or petroleum products.

They aren't flawless, despite their advantages. Water-based lubricants are second only to silicone lubricants in terms of slickness, and you'll need to keep that bottle close by for repeat applications because it evaporates quickly once applied. Oh, and they're also packed with preservatives to prevent bacterial contamination.

PRECAUTION:

When using silicone sex toys, avoid using silicone-based lube: Silicone lubricant should not be used with silicone sex toys (unless condoms are used) because it can react with the solid silicone in the device and cause harm. Any sex toy can be safely used with water-based lubrication (and any condom).I would highly recommend water-based lube if you want to play with toy made up of silicone material.

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HoneysX

I own an online store, visit www.honeysx.com, and I am willing to make friends and share the experience of using sex toys

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