Sex Toys Materials
Silicone Sex Toys: (see an example of
silicone sex toys)
Silicone sex toys are hypoallergenic, hygienic and easy to clean. Silicone is a high grade material and high quality sex toys are made of silicone. You get what you pay for - silicone sex toys are a little more expensive but they will last longer then latex or jelly sex toys and they glide better over the skin. Silicone sex toys are soft, pliable, smooth and squishy and are quite sensual to the touch. Silicone sex toys also retain body heat better then other fleshy materials making them feel more realistic. It is well worth the extra few dollars for a silicone sex toy because silicone sex toys have a longer life, they do not wear out as quickly as other materials such as latex or jelly. Silicone sex toys are easier to clean and more hygienic then most other sex toy materials because they are relatively non-porous and can be boiled to really sterilize the adult toy, boil the sex toy only if there is no motor unit inside because this will ruin the motor! Silicone sex toys do not have the rubber smell that latex toys do. For people who have allergies to certain materials or foods, a silicone sex toy is the perfect safe choice.
Latex Sex Toys: (see an example of
latex sex toys)
Latex is a very popular material for sex toys. It has the softness of jelly without the the smell and the sticky texture. Latex sex toys are more firm then silicone toys but softer then plastic. Latex sex toys are inexpensive and are a good choice for a first time sex toy before you upgrade to a higher quality sex toy material, or if you want to experiment with a certain design before investing more money on a high quality sex toy. Latex is a very porous material and can easily develop a layer of harmful bacteria if not properly cleaned. It is always recommended to purchase
sex toys cleaner with any latex toy or put a condom over the toy before use. Another benefit of covering your sex toy with a condom is that it will extend the life of your latex sex toy. Some people are allergic to latex rubber and should not use latex sex toys.
Vinyl Rubber Sex Toys: (see an example of
vinyl sex toys)
Vinyl rubber is firm and solid material yet smooth and soft to the touch and higher quality rubber then latex but not as high quality as silicone. Vinyl rubber sex toys are really sleek and not really pliable so they are the perfect sex toy material for butt plugs, where a solid build is required. Vinyl is still a porous material and proper cleaning techniques should be followed with
sex toys cleaner. Vinyl rubber sex toys will last longer then latex sex toys and are good for people who have latex allergies, as long as it states that it is latex free. We inform you when a vinyl sex toy is latex free.
Plastic Sex Toys: (see an example of
plastic sex toys)
Plastic sex toys are solid, smooth and less porous then rubber sex toys. Plastic sex toys are durable and will last a long time as long as they are not dropped because the plastic shell is prone to cracking if dropped. Plastic sex toys are good for pinpoint stimulation, for example a plastic g-spot vibrator will contact your g-spot directly without the pliable effects of silicone or rubber. You get stimulation exactly where you want it. The major advantage of plastic sex toys is that they have more powerful vibrations then any other sex toy because the material is solid and the vibration waves travel through the material without losing any power or intensity. Plastic sex toys are recommended for those who like powerful vibrations. Plastic sex toys are good for people with allergies to latex. A disadvantage of plastic sex toys is that they tend to be noisy.
Cyberskin Sex Toys:
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Cyberskin sex toys)
Cyberskin is the closest material to human flesh. It has the same elasticity, feel and firmness of skin. It does not look very realistic but the feeling is exactly like the real thing. Cyberskin is made of a unique and high tech combination of silicone and plastic. Cyberskin is a high quality material and expect to pay a little more for Cyberskin sex toys but it is well worth it, they have a decadent and lush feeling. The disadvantage of Cyberskin sex toys is that they are porous and difficult to disinfect and should be cleaned with
sex toys cleaner after every use. When storing your Cyberskin sex toy, apply talc powder or corn starch powder evenly over the entire surface to keep the supple feel. If you do not do this, the material will get sticky and be ruined. Always be sure to rinse off the powder completely before use because it is not good to get this into the vagina. Use only water based lubricant with Cyberskin sex toys. Anything else will literally melt away the Cyberskin. Cyberskin material needs to be properly cared for otherwise it will not last very long before getting gummy and falling apart. There is nothing that feels more realistic and comfortable then a Cyberskin sex toy.
Jelly Sex Toys:
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jelly sex toys)
Jelly sex toys are a rubber based material that is made up of a myriad of compounds that result in a pliable, flexible and comfortable feeling sex toy that conforms to your shapes and details of your body for comfort and a full, satisfying feeling. Jelly sex toys are very soft and squishy feeling and are inexpensive so that makes them very popular sex toys. The vibrations are not very powerful and have a 'massaging' sensation due to the jelly material that absorbs some of the vibrations, this also silences the noise and jelly sex toys are much more quiet then plastic, silicone or latex sex toys. Jelly sex toys are very porous and should be cleaned before and after with
sex toys cleaner. Never share a jelly sex toy with anyone else and never insert a jelly sex toy in the vagina that has been inserted in the anus. Jelly sex toys are the most porous material and never really become completely sterilized. Jelly sex toys have a limited life span but if well taken care of, they should last longer then latex sex toys. Be sure to keep them in a cool dry place wrapped in a lint-free cloth. Jelly sex toys easily attract dust and lint. Always use a water based lubricant with a jelly sex toy. Some jelly has a silicone like compound so to be on the safe side, never use silicone based lubricants with jelly sex toys.
There has been debate over the health risks of phtalates which is an oil-based chemical used in making most jelly sex toys. This substance is not good for you but with the occasional use of a sex toy, should cause no harm. It might cause you harm if you keep the sex toy in your vagina for days and days, not likely this will happen. Just so you know, phtalates is a hardening chemical that is present in children's toys to make them more sturdy and durable. Studies on this chemical so far have been inconclusive. Some women are sensitive to phtalates and experience mild irritation. If you worry about the side effects of this chemical or experience irritation, simply cover the jelly sex toy with a condom.
Glass Sex Toys: (see examples of
glass sex toys)
Glass sex toys are the top of the line sex toy. You get what you pay for and glass sex toys are the most expensive. they do have an unlimited life span and are completely non-porous meaning all you have to do is rinse it under water to clean it. Glass sex toys are safe, hypoallergenic and often recommended by doctors to curb cross contamination associated with traditional materials. The best feature about glass sex toys is their ability to creating temperature. Put a glass sex toy in the freezer for a while and it will stay cold for a long time. It gives an invigorating feeling. Glass sex toys glide over the body with a decadent high class feel and can even be used as a back massager. The only disadvantage of glass sex toys is that they are solid and do not bend at all, however the design often includes curves and ridges that give a neat feeling. be very careful when inserting glass sex toys into the anus because the tissue inside is delicate and bruising could occur if you are too rough. glass sex toys should never be part of rough sex or foreplay. Glass sex toys have a one-of-a-kind feeling that no other sex toy ,material can duplicate and the low maintenance qualities are worth the price.
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