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What is the recommended lifespan for a sex toy?

By Emily 4 years ago. Posted in Sex Toy Guides
What is the recommended lifespan for a sex toy?

What is the recommended lifespan for a sex toy?

Some of us have toys we’ve loved for years and years – but when is it time to let your favourite toy go?

There’s no specific life-span for a sex toy. It depends on so many factors. It’s a bit like a tooth-brush, when you know, you know.

Some vibrators can last you years, to know whether a toy will last you a really long time, you need to look at a number of things.

What material is it?

There are some materials that will last you a long time – glass, steel, stone, and gold all have a long shelf-life. If a toy is nonporous it shouldn’t break or degrade.

Silicone toys will also last a long time if they’re 100% medical grade silicone. But it needs to be taken care of – using silicone lube will impact your silicone toy. And like anything, it needs to be treated with care to last. Plastics and mixed silicone will last the least amount of time – particularly if they have batteries.

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How much did it cost?

A $20 toy just won’t last as long as a $200 toy. Cost matters. An expensive toy is usually of a higher quality. A more expensive silicone toy is likely to be “pure” silicone so it will last longer.

Does the toy come with a warranty?

Some toys come with a one-year or more warranty. These tend to be high quality, long-lasting toys from brands like Lelo or Bodywand. Adultoymegastore will accept returns that are covered under the Consumers Guarantees Act or Fair Trade Act, such as if there is a manufacturing fault.

If you believe you received a faulty product, please ensure you check the batteries first as the majority of products that don't seem to be working are due to errors with batteries. Check the batteries are in the correct way, replace the batteries or recharge your toy. Also check if there is a Battery Tab included – if so, this little piece of paper needs to be removed before you use the item.

In the event that there is a fault with your product we are happy to replace your item. To arrange this, please contact us with the details of your fault within 7 days.

We will then send you a return courier bag for your item, and we will then dispatch a new replacement item to you.

Is it still safe?

A toy bought well over a decade ago is possibly not going to be as safe as a toy sold today.

If your toy begins to smell different, feel different, or change colours, it's time to replace it.

How to make your sex toy last the distance

Clean your toy well and often. Don’t let your toy just sit loose in your drawer. Keep it in a nice bag and keep it dry. Dust and random stuff in your drawer can scratch and degrade your toy and grow bacteria. Buy a quality bag or container that will stop bacteria getting in and clean it before use. Keep them out of the hot sun and keep them in shade. Cool and dry is the key.

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Use a quality toy cleaner. Sometimes your toys will have specific cleaners that go with them. The Satisfyer range has a Satisfyer foaming wash. The We-Vibe has its own cleaner too.

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Use the right lube. Silicone lube will ruin most silicone sex toys. It will damage and wear away the silicone in your toy or warp the shape of your toy. Always use water-based or oil-based lube when using a silicone toy.

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It’s also a good idea to take your batteries out of your toy when you’re not using it. Batteries can corrode your toy and they last longer when they’re removed. You need a good buzz so make sure you have a good one! We sell batteries too so always have back-ups.

Is it time to get rid of your toy?

The best piece of advice is to get rid of your toy has changed colour or shape or if it smells different or feels different. There are so many wonderful toys out there, times have changed – so invest in a new toy. Treat yourself!

Want more?

Adulttoymegastore is an online retailer of sex toys distributing across New Zealand, Australia and the USA. ATMS was opened in 2009 and is still proudly New Zealand owned and operated, with over 8,000 products from more than 45 brands to choose from! We take great provide in providing the best products to thousands of happy customers, and have many benefits such as a loyalty programme, free samples with every order, and personalised notes.

Adulttoymegastore has a huge range of sex toys including vibrators, dildos and cock rings for every occasion! With fast, 100% discreet shipping, and price guarantee, ATMS has everything you need to make good sex, great!

Emily
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