| Acetate |
Components
Acetate is a synthetic fiber which is based on cotton or tree pulp cellulose. The acetate fibers have passed their peak as cheap petro-based fibers and have displaced regenerated pulp fibers. |
Properties
Acetate is a soft, smooth and resilient material. It has no allergenic potential (is hypoallergenic) and a poor thermal retention. |
Hygiene And Maintenance
Acetate usually requires dry cleaning. |
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| Acrylic |
Components
Glossy thermoplastic, either injection molded or cast. The synthetic polymer of methyl methacrylate. |
Properties
Extremely hard and durable. Simulates glass. |
Hygiene And Maintenance
Extremely smooth and nonporous. Easy to clean, with soap/water or sex toy cleaner. The material is nearly indestructible, but can scratch |
Compatible Lubricants
Water, Silicone |
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| Better-Than-Real |
Components
Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) |
Properties
Elastomers compounded to resemble actual flesh better than previous formulations |
Hygiene And Maintenance
Use condoms over them at all times if possible, and then clean with gentle soap and water. Do not submerge in water if there are electronics involved. Dry completely with a lint-free cloth. |
Compatible Lubricants
Water, Silicone |
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| Cyberskin |
Components
Thermal plastic elastomer (mixture of PVC and silicone) |
Properties
Compounded to mimic real skin. The high molecular density of these materials allows them to be flexible and resilient. |
Hygiene And Maintenance
These materials are extremely porous, making it difficult to clean and easy for germs and dirt to hide. So protect them with a condom. Skin-like materials are extremely sensitive; they should be cleaned before and after every use with warm water and toy cleaner or antibacterial soap. These toys come dusted in a powdery material to maintain their unique texture, clean the toy thoroughly before first use. After each use, clean again and dust with a little cornstarch (not TALC which has been linked to cervical cancer) before storing to prevent the toy from becoming sticky. They should be stored individually in a dark, cool place. Store each toy separately in a plastic zip bag or thin sock because the porous surface can absorb dyes from other materials. These materials are also very incompatible with many substances. Contact with silicone-based lubricants, oil or petroleum based products will cause damages to the surface of the toy. Use only water based lubricants. |
Compatible Lubricants
Water based only |
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| Foam |
Components
Foam is a chain of organic units joined by urethane links |
Properties
A very soft, elastic and flexible material with low density that makes it excellent as thermal insulators and flotation device.The foam is considered hypoallergenic, and does not promote the growth of mold or bacteria. |
Hygiene And Maintenance
The toys made of foam should be cleaned before and after each use with the warm water and antibacterial toy cleaner or mild soap. |
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| Futurotic & Futurotic Plus |
Components
Thermal plastic elastomer (mixture of PVC and silicone) |
Properties
Compounded to mimic real skin. The high molecular density of these materials allows them to be flexible and resilient. |
Hygiene And Maintenance
These materials are extremely porous, making it difficult to clean and easy for germs and dirt to hide. So protect them with a condom. Skin-like materials are extremely sensitive; they should be cleaned before and after every use with warm water and toy cleaner or antibacterial soap. These toys come dusted in a powdery material to maintain their unique texture, clean the toy thoroughly before first use. After each use, clean again and dust with a little cornstarch (not TALC which has been linked to cervical cancer) before storing to prevent the toy from becoming sticky. They should be stored individually in a dark, cool place. Store each toy separately in a plastic zip bag or thin sock because the porous surface can absorb dyes from other materials. These materials are also very incompatible with many substances. Contact with silicone-based lubricants, oil or petroleum based products will cause damages to the surface of the toy. Use only water based lubricants. |
Compatible Lubricants
Water based |
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| Jel-Lee |
Components
Poly vinyl chloride |
Properties
Jelly toys come in great variety of brilliant colors. They are pleasantly smooth and have rubbery feel and scent. |
Hygiene And Maintenance
Jelly material can't be sterilized like silicone-so no boiling water. Since jelly toys can't be sanitized they can't be shared-unless you put a condom over them. Clean jelly toys with the warm water and toy cleaner. Don't use strong soaps on them and keep in a cool dark place. |
Compatible Lubricants
Water, Silicone |
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| Jelly |
Components
Poly vinyl chloride |
Properties
Jelly toys come in great variety of brilliant colors. They are pleasantly smooth and have rubbery feel and scent. |
Hygiene And Maintenance
Jelly material can't be sterilized like silicone-so no boiling water. Since jelly toys can't be sanitized they can't be shared-unless you put a condom over them. Clean jelly toys with the warm water and toy cleaner. Don't use strong soaps on them and keep in a cool dark place. |
Compatible Lubricants
Water, Silicone |
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| Latex |
Components
Synthetic rubber derived from certain plants. Injection molded. |
Properties
The high porous formulation of this material makes it very flexible and suitable for applications in different fields. |
Hygiene And Maintenance
Being very porous, latex does not clean well. You can make a latex toy last longer and keep it cleaner by using a condom over it each use. Cleaning should be done with mild soap and water and never use alcohol or household cleaners. |
Compatible Lubricants
Water, Silicone |
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| Leather |
Components
Natural fibers (Patent leather is leather that has been given a high gloss finish.) |
Properties
Leather is a water resistant material with a high tensile strength and high resistance to tear. Usually used for harnesses and restraints it has high resistance to flexing and to puncture. Good heat insulator. |
Hygiene And Maintenance
Dirt adhering to the leather can be removed with a damp cloth, using a mild soap if needed. |
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| Metal |
Components
An element that readily forms ions (cations) and has metallic bonds. |
Properties
Metal is phthalate-free and has firm, smooth texture. It is usually shiny, with a high density, ductile and malleable, usually has a high melting point, and retains heat well. |
Hygiene And Maintenance
Metal toys can be boiled or be bleached (10% solution), are dishwasher safe (top shelf), or can be washed with soap and water. |
Compatible Lubricants
Water, Oil, Silicone |
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| Plastic |
Components
Synthetic or semi synthetic polymerization product |
Properties
Non-porous and phthalate-free material with a firm, smooth textures |
Hygiene And Maintenance
Can easily be cleaned with antibacterial soap and hot water or by wiping down with isopropyl alcohol. |
Compatible Lubricants
Water, Oil, Silicone |
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| PleasureSkin |
Components
Thermal plastic elastomer variations |
Properties
Compounded to mimic real skin. The high molecular density of these materials allows flexibility and resilience. |
Hygiene And Maintenance
These materials are very porous, making it difficult to clean and easy for germs and dirt to hide. Should be protected with a condom. They are extremely sensitive and should be cleaned following every use with warm water and toy cleaner or antibacterial soap. Toys made of these materials should be stored in dark cool place. |
Compatible Lubricants
Water based only |
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| Pyrex glass |
Components
A glass is an inorganic non metallic material that does not have a crystalline structure. Such materials are said to be amorphous and are virtually solid liquids cooled at such a rate that crystals have not been able to form. Pyrex, a brand name for borosilicate glass, is made by adding boron into the mixture of sand, soda and ground lime. |
Properties
Pyrex is a hard material with a high chemical resistance and mechanical strength. The boron in Pyrex reduces any stress caused to the material due to temperature changes. It is less dense than ordinary glass, making it much more resistant to shattering and breaking as well, if it were to break it would not shatter or splinter into tiny pieces but instead it would snap or break in large pieces. It retains temperature extremely well and requires only a little lube for a super-slippery effect. |
Hygiene And Maintenance
Glass is extremely smooth and nonporous. Easy to clean, with soap/water or sex toy cleaner. Use condoms if sharing. |
Compatible Lubricants
Silicone, water, oil |
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| Rubber |
Components
An elastic hydrocarbon polymer which occurs as a milky emulsion in the sap of a number of plants but can also be produced synthetically. |
Properties
Porous material with exceptional wear-resistance and extremely long lifetime. It is dirt-repellent with a color range more than 260 standard colors. High footfall sound absorption without additional outlay and a cost-efficient cleaning without coating. |
Hygiene And Maintenance
Being porous, rubber does not clean well. You can make a rubber toy last longer and keep it cleaner by using a condom over it each use. |
Compatible Lubricants
Silicone, water |
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| Silicone |
Components
Semi-organic polymer, man-made material known for wide-ranging stability and water repellence. |
Properties
Silicone has a tight molecular structure and retains heat. Try to soak silicone toy (make sure it's waterproof) in the warm water before using it to get nice warm feeling. Silicone also repels dirt and bacteria and doesn't fall apart with extended friction. |
Hygiene And Maintenance
Silicone is smooth and not porous. Silicone can be fully disinfected by boiling it for 3 minutes or by throwing it into the top rack of your dishwasher. |
Compatible Lubricants
Water based only |
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| TPR Silicone |
Components
Silicone based rubber compound. |
Properties
TPR Silicone has a wide hardness range and temperature stability. This material provides the perfect balance of mechanical and chemical properties required by many of today's most demanding applications. |
Hygiene And Maintenance
Toys manufactured from TPR Silicone should be cleaned before and after each use with the warm water and antibacterial toy cleaner or mild soap |
Compatible Lubricants
Water |
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| Vinyl |
Components
Composed of chlorine, based on common salt, and ethylene, from crude oil. |
Properties
Vinyl materials have a more solid feeling than jelly rubbers and are less porous, but we still suggest condom use because vinyl is somewhat porous. |
Hygiene And Maintenance
You can wash vinyl with warm water and toy cleaner or mild soap using a soft cloth or ordinary long-handled, soft bristle brush. |
Compatible Lubricants
Silicone, water |
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