Choosing the Best Dildo – Part 4

Choosing the Best Dildo – Part 3 covered Softskin aka Cyberskin Dildos.  In part 4 we will be covering Silicone dildos.

Dildos that are made out of silicone are the most popular.  Silicone is flexible, adapts to body temperature quickly, and have a decent range in prices. Silicone dildos also come in a variety of styles from simple to curved, textured and vibrating.

Pure silicone dildos are durable, hypoallergenic, and non-porous which means they can be cleaned and disinfected.  Silicone toys will last you a very long time, unless the surface gets punctured. Once punctured, the rip will spread until the dildo falls apart deeming it unrepairable. Keep your silicone dildos away from sharp fingernails, edges of counters, etc etc.

Cleaning your silicone dildo is a cinch.  Soap and warm water will do the job. If you want to thoroughly clean your toy you can: put it in boiling water for 3 to 5 minutes, place it on the top rack of the dishwasher, or place it in a 10% bleach solution for 15 minutes and wash it off with water.  Simply wiping your toy with rubbing alcohol or hydrogen peroxide will NOT disinfect your toy.

Silicone comes in many sizes and shapes. Some of them are simple and smooth like the Silk Dildo.  Some are more realistic and look more like penises, while others come with different textures liked ribbed dildos with bumps.  For anal play, aim for a smoother toy since the anus is more sensitive than the vagina.

A majority of silicone dildos have a flat base, making it easy to use in a harness or for anal play.

Check our selection of Silicone Dildos.

Read the last part of our series – Part 5 of Choosing the Best Dildo where we cover Glass and Acrylic Dildos.