How to Clean and Store Intimate Products Safely

Cleaning an intimate product is not complicated, but it is the step most people do inconsistently. A two-minute routine keeps the material in good condition and makes the product last far longer. This is the practical version.

## The basic routine

1. Remove batteries or check the charge port is sealed. If the product is rechargeable, make sure the charging cover is closed before it goes near water.
2. Use warm water and a mild, unscented soap, or a dedicated cleaner. A few drops is enough.
3. Wipe the whole surface, including any textured areas. Rotating beads and textured sleeves collect residue in the grooves.
4. Rinse and dry fully with a clean, lint-free cloth. Moisture left in a charging port is the most common cause of a product failing early.
5. Store in the pouch it came with, away from direct sunlight and other silicone items.

## Material matters

- Body-safe silicone. Non-porous, easy to clean, and the standard for reputable products. A full silicone body such as the Rabbit Vibrator UAE is the easiest kind to keep clean.
- ABS plastic. Hard and non-porous; wipe rather than soak.
- Textured sleeves and multi-channel devices. More surface area means more places for residue to sit. Give them an extra pass — the Soft Real Feel Masturbator UAE has two textured channels, so it is worth the extra minute.

!Rabbit-style vibrator with a smooth silicone body

## What to avoid

- Boiling. Only do this if the manufacturer explicitly says the product is boilable. Most rechargeable products are not.
- Alcohol, bleach and household sprays. They degrade silicone over time and can leave residue.
- Sharing without cleaning. If a product is used by more than one person, clean it between uses.
- Storing silicone against silicone. Some silicones interact and become tacky. Keep them separated, or store each in its own pouch.

## Waterproof does not mean dishwasher-safe

A product rated IPX7 can be submerged, which makes rinsing easy. It does not mean it belongs in a dishwasher or a washing machine. Follow the rating, not the marketing.

## The short version

Warm water, a little mild soap, a full rinse, a complete dry, and back into the pouch. Do it before and after each use, and the product will stay in good condition. For more on what the material labels actually mean, see our body-safe materials guide.

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