Clean before and after use.
Use lukewarm water and a mild, suitable cleanser when the product instructions allow it.
Care Guide
Care for what cares for you.
A little care goes a long way
Keep it simple. Keep it lovely.
Good care does not need to be complicated. A few simple habits can help intimate products stay clean, comfortable and in good condition for longer.
Different materials need slightly different treatment — and “waterproof” does not always mean “take it swimming.”
This guide gives you a calm place to start.
When the care instructions supplied with your product differ from general guidance, the product instructions always come first.
The Quick Care Guide
Short on time? Start here.
Six little habits cover most of the basics.
Know the material.
Silicone, glass, metal, hard plastics and softer materials do not all ask for the same kind of care.
Check before you soak.
Splash-resistant and suitable for immersion are two very different things.
Dry completely.
Give seams, textured areas and charging contacts a little extra attention.
Store with care.
Clean, dry and away from direct sunlight. Separate storage is a good habit for softer materials.
When in doubt, check the manual.
Your product knows itself better than any general guide ever can.
Material Guide
Different materials. Different little needs.
Start by checking what your product is made from. That one detail tells you a surprising amount about how to look after it.
Silicone
Quality silicone has a smooth, non-porous surface and is generally straightforward to clean.
Warm water and mild soap or a suitable toy cleaner are common choices when the product allows washing.
Electronic parts, seams and charging ports still determine how much water is safe.
Glass
Properly finished borosilicate glass is smooth and non-porous.
Wash carefully and inspect the surface occasionally for chips, cracks or damage.
Avoid sudden extreme temperature changes unless the manufacturer specifically approves them.
Stainless Steel & Metal
High-quality stainless steel is durable, smooth and non-porous.
Mild soap and warm water are often enough for non-electronic pieces.
Coatings, plating and electronics may need different treatment — check first.
ABS & Hard Plastics
Hard plastic is often used for housings, handles and electronic products.
The surface may be easy to clean, but joints and electronics determine whether rinsing or only wiping is suitable.
TPE, TPR & Soft Materials
Softer materials can require a little more attention and may be more porous than silicone.
Clean them thoroughly, let them dry completely and store them separately when recommended.
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A useful default: water-based lubricant is usually the easiest companion for intimate products. For silicone, hybrid or oil-based lubricants, check compatibility with the specific product first.
Water & IP Ratings
Waterproof doesn’t always mean bathtub-proof.
Words such as “water-resistant” and “waterproof” can sound reassuring, but the useful question is: what kind of water exposure was the product actually designed to handle?
An IP rating describes how an enclosure is protected against things getting inside it. The second number refers to water protection.
When an X appears — for example IPX7 — it simply means that a solid-particle rating is not being stated in that position.
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- IPX4
- Splashing water. Designed to tolerate splashes from different directions. This is not an immersion rating.
- IPX5
- Water jets. A higher level of water exposure, but still not a promise that the product should be submerged.
- IPX6
- Powerful water jets. Strong water resistance does not automatically turn a product into a bath companion.
- IPX7
- Temporary immersion. The enclosure has been tested for temporary immersion under standardized conditions.
- IPX8
- Continuous immersion. The exact conditions are specified by the manufacturer and are more demanding than those used for IPX7.
Before inviting your favourite massager into the bath, check whether the manufacturer invited it too.
If immersion is not clearly permitted, the safest place for an electronic product is beside the bath rather than inside it.
Cleaning & Drying
Gentle is usually enough.
Good cleaning is thorough, not aggressive.
Wash
When permitted, use lukewarm water with mild soap or a cleaner suitable for the material.
Look closely
Textures, grooves, seams and removable pieces deserve a little extra attention.
Rinse
Remove cleanser residue carefully wherever the product can safely be rinsed.
Dry
Allow the product to dry completely before storing or charging it.
Strong solvents, alcohol, acetone, bleach and abrasive cleaners should not become surprise guests at the selfcare party. Use them only when the product manufacturer specifically says they are suitable.
Lingerie & Delicates
Soft things like a softer touch.
Lace, mesh, elastic fabrics and decorative details can stay beautiful for longer with a little gentler care.
Check the label first
The garment’s care label always comes first. Different fabrics, elastics and decorative details may need different treatment.
Hand-wash the delicate ones
Cool or lukewarm water and a mild detergent are the safest starting point for particularly delicate lingerie.
If the machine is invited
When machine washing is permitted, use a delicate cycle, keep the temperature low and place lingerie in a mesh bag. Fasten hooks before washing.
Beads, chains & embellishments
Decorative hardware deserves extra care. Remove detachable chains or jewellery before washing when the manufacturer recommends it, and avoid rubbing, wringing or soaking delicate pieces.
Let it air-dry
Heat can be hard on elastic fibres and delicate fabrics. Air-drying is usually kinder than the tumble dryer.
If it looks like it could start a small argument with the washing machine, hand-wash it.
Storage
Clean. Dry. Comfortable.
Store products somewhere clean and dry, away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.
Pouches and individual storage bags are useful for keeping dust away and preventing different soft materials from resting against one another for long periods.
A little personal space can be healthy for toys too.
Charging
Water first. Electricity later.
Let rechargeable products and their charging contacts dry completely before connecting them to power.
Use the charger or charging method recommended by the manufacturer and keep charging equipment away from water.
Electricity appreciates boundaries too.
Care is part of the ritual
A little attention goes a long way.
Looking after the things you use for selfcare does not need to become another task on your list.
Know the material. Follow the product. Keep it simple.