Cleaning and maintaining your sex doll torso is actually quite easy. With the right tools and know-how, you can do it efficiently in minutes!Â
Different sex doll materials may require different ways of caring for it. So always check your sex doll packaging for cleaning manuals and storage instructions. Nonetheless, we made this guide suitable for sex dolls made from TPE and silicone materials.
Importance of Cleaning Your Sex Doll Torso
Keeping proper hygiene and preventing diseases are the primary reasons for why you should clean your sex doll. According to Men's Health, reusing a sex toy without washing off the semen can lead to skin and yeast infections. It can also result in urinary tract infections (UTI) and even sexually transmitted infections (STIs) if the sex toy is shared, according to Healthline.
This is especially true for sex dolls. Bacteria thrive most in warm, moist, and protein-rich environments. The cavity that the sex doll orifices make and the temperature of the semen creates the perfect conditions to foster bacterial growth.Â
Moreover, prolonging the life of your sex doll torso, is a close second reason for sex doll maintenance. Harshly or improperly cleaning your sex doll may expedite its wearing process, especially the low-quality ones. Apart from cleaning, the proper storage of your sex doll is key to maintaining its quality.
When and How Often Should You Clean Your Sex Doll
Sex educator Lisa Finn says that cleaning your sex toy before use is a suggestion and cleaning it afterhand is a must.
Many guides claim that you should only clean your sex doll every 2 weeks or 14 days, which is a strangely arbitrary period of time. One justification behind this is to lessen the wear and tear on the toy.
On the other hand, we believe that the frequency of needing to wash your sex doll will highly depend on how often you use it. So if you use it once a week, you’re gonna have to clean it once a week. In agreement with many sex experts, cleaning your sex doll right after every use is a non-negotiable for us.
And for the risk of the sex doll getting damaged with frequent cleaning, buy sex dolls made with good quality materials to begin with. Check out our top of the line sex doll torso collection. Nevertheless, wash it carefully and gently as best as you can. Do not compromise cleanliness because this is more consequential and expensive than replacing your sex doll torso.
Essentials for Your Sex Doll Torso Maintenance Kit
We’ve mentioned a few times the need to use gentle and appropriate materials to clean your sex doll. This will not only prevent your sex doll from getting damaged but will guarantee that your sex doll is actually sanitized.
In view of that, we’ve listed below the basic cleaning materials that any respectable sex doll torso owner should have at their disposal.Â
- Antibacterial/ neutral soap
- Non-abrasive sponge
- Vaginal irrigator/ douche
- Soft drying cloth
- Talcum powder
How to Clean a Sex Doll - A Step by Step Guide
Step 1: Wet with water
Basically, wash your sex doll just like how you would wash your body when taking a bath.
Put your sex doll in a tub or a container where you can submerge it in warm water. You can also opt to clean it under running water in the shower. Make sure the water is not too hot to avoid damaging the material.
Step 2: Clean with antibacterial soap
Once the doll is fully wet with water, pour a generous amount of antibacterial soap and lather it on the body. Then, use your soft sponge and very gently scrub the body of your sex doll with it.
For cleaning the orifices, pour soap inside. Then use your finger or a smaller sponge to remove any dirt or dried up bodily fluid. If you have a douche, use it to easily reach the crevices.
Step 3: Rinse
Rinse the soap and any dirt left off the body and the crevices until squeaky clean. Once done, you can do a smell check to make sure the sex doll is properly cleansed. If it still has a strange smell, go back to the previous steps, and do them diligently. Make sure to rinse off the cleaning product because any residue may cause irritation on the skin.
Step 4: Dry with cloth
Wipe the whole body and orifices using a soft cloth. Chances are, even after wiping thoroughly, the sex doll torso will not be fully dry. So leave it to air dry completely for a while before proceeding to the next step.
Step 5: Cover with Talcum Powder
Once the sex doll is free of moisture, cover it with talcum or baby powder. Most TPE dolls require to be conditioned with powder. This helps to maintain the softness of the skin and remedy the sticky or clammy feel that it has after washing.Â
Cleaning Hacks When You are Feeling Lazy
While we stand by the importance of properly washing your sex doll, we know that there will be times when you just won’t have the time of the day or you’re just feeling lazy to do it. So for these circumstances, you can simply use a toy cleaner spray, and occasionally get away with it. You just spray it on the surface and wipe it off with a cloth.Â
Another hack you can do is to use a condom when having sex with your sex doll. This will help contain your bodily fluids and prevent contamination of the toy.Â
More than a hack, this is actually a very good precaution when you choose to share your sex doll with a sex partner. A study for sexually transmitted diseases found traces of human papillomavirus on sex toys, a full day after using and cleaning them. Everyday Health, warns that even after diligently cleaning your toy, there still is a chance of transmitting STIs.
Maintenance and Proper Storage
Sex Doll Accessories
Many sex doll owners find amusement in dressing up and accessorizing their sex dolls. Some find that it adds visual pleasure to their sex play. Since accessories can be a big part of using a sex doll, choosing and maintaining them is as equally important.
When it comes to clothing, determine the size of your doll to buy proper fitting clothes. Clothes that are too tight may nick the skin of the doll. Also, go for lighter colored clothing to avoid staining the sex doll. For jewelry and other kinds of accessories, avoid ones with sharp edges that may pierce the skin.
Don’t overlook cleaning the accessories as well. You can easily throw your sex doll clothing along with your regular clothes in the washer and dryer. With the accessories, wipe them or wash them with soap and water, depending on the material.
Using Lube
Just like with other sex toys, lube is encouraged when using a sex doll. It makes the experience more pleasurable and avoids any friction-causing-pain.Â
When using lube with sex toys made with TPE and silicone materials, opt for water-based lubricants. Do not use a silicone-based lubricant as this will corrode a sex doll made with silicone material.Â
Removing Stains
Dark-colored clothing can easily stain your sex doll. Spilling colored drinks such as wine or juice can also cause staining. Normally, most stains can be removed through washing your sex doll with soap and water. But in the case that this doesn’t do it, you can use a regular paint solvent or stripper. Pour the solvent on the stained surface, let it marinate for about 1 minute, and then wipe it with a cotton pad or a soft cloth.Â
Proper Storage
Storing your sex doll will depend on its size, so set aside a sizable space appropriate for your particular sex doll. Wherever you choose to store your sex doll, make sure that it’s cool and dry. Especially for Silicone and TPE sex dolls since these are sensitive to the temperature.
The position in which you store your sex doll has consequences as well. We recommend that you lay it down in a straight position. Avoid positioning it where the joints (armpit, knees, elbow area) are weighed down since they are more prone to breaking.
Things NOT To DoÂ
Now that we’ve told you the basics of taking care of your love doll, we’ll give you a run-through of the things that you should never do to avoid damaging your sex doll and spoiling your fun.
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- Do not delay cleaning your love doll. If you can’t wash it with soap and water, use a sex toy cleaner spray, it’s better than nothing. Once microbes have contaminated your sex doll, it is almost never usable again.
- Do not submerge sex dolls with electronic components in water. These include sex dolls with built-in vibrators and whatnot.
- Do not store your sex dolls wearing tight and dark colored clothes, without fail, this will cause staining.
- Do not put away your sex doll while it is wet. No matter how thoroughly you have washed it with soap and water, the moist will encourage bacteria to cultivate in storage. This will also make it easier for dirt and lint to stick to your sex doll.
- Do not use a hairdryer for drying after washing. This may melt off the skin.
- Do not put too much pressure when washing and drying your love doll as this may stretch and abrase the skin.
Conclusion
Putting in the effort to clean and care for your sex doll will protect you and your partner from easily avoidable diseases and complications. All the more, this will save you from hefty expenses for sex doll repair or replacement. Once all of these concerns are behind you, nothing can kill the buzz of having sex with your love doll.
Cleaning your sex doll torso is part of being a sex doll owner. Just as practicing sexual hygiene is a part of promoting your sexual well-being.Â