Toy Cleaning & Storage Guide

Care starts with your exact model’s instructions. Confirm its material, removable parts and water-resistance rating on the packaging or manufacturer’s manual. If details are missing or conflict, ask the manufacturer before washing or submerging. Material alone does not determine whether a complete toy is waterproof.

Choose care by material

Silicone: For models whose instructions permit it, clean with warm water and mild soap, working gently around grooves, then rinse as directed. Manufacturer-confirmed non-porous silicone is different from soft porous blends. Follow the model’s lubricant and cleaner compatibility rules; silicone lubricant is not universally compatible.

ABS hard plastic: ABS is generally non-porous, but seams, coatings and electronics change how the finished toy can be cleaned. Use only the model-approved cleaning method. Do not infer that a plastic toy can be submerged or heat-treated.

Glass and stainless steel: For intact, uncoated, non-motorized models, follow the maker’s soap-and-water instructions. Dry steel with a clean, lint-free cloth and protect glass from impacts. Do not use boiling water, a dishwasher or harsh chemicals unless the manufacturer explicitly permits that method for the exact model.

TPE, TPR, jelly and other soft porous materials: Follow the specific material’s instructions rather than the silicone routine. Cleaning does not make a porous toy non-porous, and this guide does not promise sterilization. Removable sleeves may need separate cleaning and complete internal drying. Use renewal powder only if the manufacturer recommends it for that sleeve; do not assume all soft materials need powder.

Motorized, waterproof or wipe-only?

Non-motorized: No motor does not automatically mean heat-safe or submersible. Check for coatings, glued sections and removable parts before following the approved wash method.

Motorized: Switch off and disconnect the charger before cleaning. Follow the manual for battery removal and compartment seals. Keep charging connections dry as directed, and do not reconnect power until the toy and contacts are fully dry.

Confirmed waterproof: Rinse or immerse only to the extent the exact manual permits, with any required seals closed. A “water-resistant” or “splashproof” description alone is not permission to soak.

Non-waterproof or wipe-only: Do not immerse or hold under running water. If the manual permits damp-cloth cleaning, wipe the permitted surfaces with a clean damp cloth and approved cleanser, then remove residue with a separate damp cloth. Keep moisture away from openings, controls and charging ports.

Dry completely, then store separately

After the approved cleaning method, allow every cleaned surface and any permitted removable channel to dry completely. Follow the maker’s drying directions rather than applying heat. Store each toy in its own clean protective pouch or case in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Keep soft materials from touching one another. Do not seal a damp sleeve or toy into storage.

Sharing precautions

Do not treat a visibly clean toy as sterile. Follow the manufacturer’s sharing guidance, especially for porous toys that cannot be reliably sterilized. Where the toy’s design permits a compatible condom or barrier, use a fresh one for each person or change of body area, and clean the toy as instructed between uses. A barrier does not replace cleaning or make a damaged toy suitable for use.

When to stop using or replace a toy

Inspect before use and storage. Stop using a toy with cracks, chips, tears, peeling surfaces, damaged seals or exposed electrical parts. If a surface develops unexplained changes, persistent residue or odor that remains after approved cleaning, set it aside and contact the manufacturer about replacement. Follow the manufacturer’s service and replacement instructions rather than a universal replacement timetable.

Manufacturer care references

These references illustrate why care varies by model and material; they do not override your toy’s manual.

• FUN FACTORY: cleaning, drying and storage
• njoy: stainless-steel cleaning and protective storage
• Fleshlight: sleeve drying and material-specific care
• Lovehoney: materials and waterproof versus cloth cleaning
• Lovehoney: cleaning, storage and sharing precautions

This is a product-care guide, not medical advice. When in doubt, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for your exact model.