Sexual Wellness in the USA

How to choose

• Lubricant: water-based works with everything, toys and condoms included; silicone lasts longer and holds up in water, but it can damage silicone toys.
• Condoms: choose by size, where width matters more than length, and if you are allergic to latex, look for polyisoprene or polyurethane ones.
• Massage oils and candles: these are for the skin. Oils weaken latex, so if you are using a condom, a water-based massage gel is better.
• Hygiene: clean each toy after use with warm water and mild soap or a toy cleaner, and dry it before putting it away.

Frequently asked questions

Which lubricant goes with a silicone toy?

A water-based one. Silicone lubricant can damage the surface of a silicone toy over time; if you want to use it, check what the toy's manufacturer says first.

Can you use oils with condoms?

Not with latex ones: oils and greasy creams weaken the latex and it can break. With polyurethane ones, yes. If you are using latex, choose a water-based or silicone lubricant.

How do you clean a sex toy?

With warm water and mild soap, or a toy cleaner, after every use. Dry it thoroughly and store it separately, especially if you have toys made of different materials.