BE HONEST — WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU CLEANED YOUR VIBRATOR?

It’s been a long week, month…two years and we’ve all been searching for the good vibes amongst the chaos. For many, that meant even more self-care down there. It should come as no surprise to absolutely anyone that sex toy sales are up, and honestly, I’m proud of us — this is a great and healthy way to reduce stress and boost serotonin while staying socially distanced and safe! But let me ask you: when was the last time you cleaned your vibrator?

Just like taking off your makeup once you’ve already cozied into bed, washing your pleasure products while you’re still riding the wave of bliss may sound like a nuisance. But it’s necessary! Regardless of the toy, it should get a healthy sanitizing after each and every use. Although they feel great, popular sex toy materials like jelly rubber, silicone or latex can harbor bacteria or become a hotbed for fungus. These can lead to yeast infections and bacterial vaginosis, or if you’re sharing with a partner, can pass along STIs. And just a friendly reminder, if you’re one to double dip between orifices, it’s a best practice to clean your toys before going back and forth! Save yourself the OB-GYN bill and follow these three easy tricks for keeping your devices clean and at the ready.

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