Silicone Dildos in the USA

What is a silicone dildo?

A dildo is an elongated toy, realistic or not, designed to be inserted into the vagina or anus. Most don't vibrate: the pleasure comes from the shape, the girth and the movement you or your partner give it.

The dildos in this category are made of silicone, the benchmark material for dildos. Silicone dildos are the most recommended for body safety, because silicone is hypoallergenic, non-porous and can be sterilised in boiling water. It is also compatible with water-based lubricant and lasts for years. If you are interested in another material, take a look at glass dildos. If you want to see all shapes and materials together, they are in dildos.

Types of silicone dildos

There are smooth, textured, suction cup and dual-density models, the latter replicating natural firmness. By shape and use, these are the ones you will find:

• Realistic: with a glans, veins and sometimes testicles. Some are made of heat-reactive silicone. If what you want is mainly the shape of a penis, you will find more models in realistic penises, including other materials.
• Fantasy: tentacles, dragons and mythical creatures, with wavy shapes and bold colours, and some in fluorescent shades. Several models come in small and large sizes.
• Ergonomic and flexible: smooth or curved, they bend a little with your body. The curved ones are good for G-spot stimulation.
• Suction cup: they stick to a smooth surface, such as the shower wall or the floor, for hands-free use.
• Strap-on: dildos that are compatible with a harness or come with one included, for strap-on play with a partner.
• Double-ended: with two ends, for double penetration or for use between two people; there are more in double dildos.
• Dilators: sets of several pieces from smallest to largest, to get used to penetration gradually.

What the studies say

In a pilot laboratory study, extracts from 20 sex toys were analysed. Some samples showed cytotoxicity, the potential to cause sensitisation or effects on the hormonal system, and these results were repeated in those made of ABS, PVC and latex (Svobodova et al., 2020, Regul Toxicol Pharmacol). It is a small study, carried out in vitro and not on people, but it is a good reason to check the material on the product page.

On hygiene, a case-control study of 324 men with HIV who have sex with men in Mexico found that sharing sex toys was an independent risk factor for hepatitis C infection (Mata-Marín et al., 2022, PLoS One). If you share your dildo, wash it between users or put a new condom on it each time.

Care and safety

Wash it before and after use with warm water and mild soap or a toy cleaner, and let it air dry. If it is all silicone, with no motor or parts made of other materials, you can also sterilise it in boiling water. If it has a motor, a battery or glued-on parts made of another material, wash it without boiling. If it comes with a nylon harness, detach it first and clean the harness separately as the product page indicates.

With a silicone toy, use water-based lubricant; silicone-based lubricant can damage the surface. For anal use, always choose a dildo with a flared base or suction cup, so it cannot go in completely, and use an anal lubricant. Don't go from anal to vaginal without washing the toy or changing the condom. Store it clean and dry, ideally in its pouch and away from other toys.

How to choose

• Material: look for “silicone” on the product page. If it also mentions ABS, PVC or latex, it is not just silicone; if the material isn't stated, don't assume.
• Size: the product page gives the insertable length and the diameter; to start with, something slimmer and shorter is better.
• Firmness: firm, flexible or dual-density, with a firm core and a softer outer layer.
• Base: with a suction cup for hands-free use; with a flared base if it is for anal use.
• Harness: check whether it is compatible with a strap-on harness or comes with one included.
• Water: if it has a motor, check that it says “fully waterproof (submersible)” before using it in the shower.

Frequently asked questions

How can I tell if a dildo is real silicone?

With three checks: 1) the brand specifies “medical-grade silicone” or “platinum-cured silicone”; 2) the manufacturer says it is compatible only with water-based lubricant (if it says a silicone-based one is fine, it is not real silicone); 3) it has no smell, because pure silicone is odourless. Reliable brands: Vixen Creations, Tantus, Fun Factory and BMS Factory.

What lubricant should I use with a silicone dildo?

A water-based one. Silicone-based lubricants can damage the surface of the toy. For anal use, a thicker water-based lubricant lasts longer.

Can you boil a silicone dildo?

Yes, if it is all silicone and has no motor or battery. If it has parts made of another material or it is a vibrator, wash it with warm water and mild soap.

Is a silicone dildo suitable for anal use?

Yes, as long as it has a flared base or suction cup so it cannot go in completely. Start with a small diameter and use plenty of lubricant.

What is the difference between a silicone dildo and a realistic penis?

A silicone dildo is defined by its material and a realistic penis by its shape. Many realistic penises are made of silicone, but there are also ones in other materials; you will find them in realistic penises.

Can I put a condom on a dildo?

Yes. It is the most practical option if you share it or if you go from anal to vaginal: change the condom at each step.

How long does a silicone dildo last?

Years, if you look after it. Wash it after every use, dry it well, don't use silicone-based lubricant and store it away from other toys.

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