I was talking with my friend the other day when he suddenly asked me, “Can you boil a silicone dildo?”. I was taken aback by it but decided to answer it honestly. “Yes, you can,” I said.
It made me think, can you just put a silicone dildo in boiling water and make it totally clean? To be sure, I did some research. It turns out that latex and silicone sex toys can be boiled and used safely several times with proper sterilization techniques. You can also use an antibacterial toy cleaner if it is made specifically for silicone toys.
I have to say, that sounded like a strange question at first, but I understand why people might be curious about this. After all, silicone dildos are a popular choice for people who enjoy solo pleasure or mutual adult activities. Cleaning your sex toy should always be a priority to avoid infections, and boiling silicone dildos can help keep germs at bay.
To boil a silicone dildo, make sure to use a pot of clean water and heat it to boiling. The heat will penetrate the material of the toy. You can add baking soda with three teaspoons per quart of water, and it will help clean away bacteria, mold, and mildew. Make sure the water boils for at least ten minutes to have it properly sterilized.
After boiling, let the toy cool down before handling it. When you remove it from the boiling water, do it with tongs, and never use abrasive cleaning material. Always keep in mind that you should avoid extreme temperatures, because that could damage the toy.
To finish the cleaning, simply pat it with a clean cloth and towel dry it before you place it in its own case or back in its original packaging and away from the open air. Better yet, you can put it in a sealed bag to make sure it’s away from dust and other particles.
I’m aware that many people don’t know how to properly clean a sex toy, and that’s why I wanted to share this information. I mean, who wouldn’t want for their sex toy to be safe and clean? Plus, a silicone dildo that’s been properly boiled is a hot commodity because a clean toy is also a healthier one.
Now you know! So next time someone asks you “Can you boil a silicone dildo?”, you’ll be able to answer with a confident, informed “Yes!”
After doing some research, I wanted to get more knowledge about the topic. I read about boiling any type of sex toy and figure out that using boiling water and baking soda helps you in maintaining your toy clean. Thus, not only silicone toys but other materials, like glass, stainless steel or plastic should be treated with boiling water to sterilize them.
Moreover, I read that you shouldn’t add any additives in the water or leave it for too long in the boiling water because it can damage your toy’s materials. That’s why you should have an eye on the time and remove it when necessary.
I also got to know that when boiling is not an option, you can still disinfect your toy, although it will not eliminate all the bacteria and germs. To do so, use a cleaner that’s been designed specifically for sex toys and warm water for more precise results.
I wanted to know more so I asked my friends who have used these kind of products. Some of them have explained me that everyday cleaning it’s essential if you are going to reuse it. The best way to do it, according to them, is to use dishwashing liquid or some other pH neutral, mild soap and warm water.
As mentioned before, you should never use tortuous materials when you dry it, just be gentle when doing so. After that, you can pat dry it with a high quality towel, and if you want a full sterilization you can always let it shine under the sun.
An important fact that I pay attention was to never store an used silicone dildo with other toys. To avoid the transfer of bacteria make sure that it is dry or, even better, store it in a clean and sealable bag.
Finally, I read that you should clean your silicone dildo after every use and keep it in a safe and sealable bag. This could help you avoid bacterial and other kind of infections and viruses and maintain your toy safe. So before you throw the idea of reusing the toys, keep these tips in mind and avoid expensive obstetric visits.