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Should I Use UV Light to Clean My Male Sex Doll?

by HVin 01 Jul 2024 0 Comments

For most people and in most situations, using simple sex doll cleaning tools is typically the best choice. This includes manufacturers' convenient and easy-to-use sex doll cleaning agents, or the classic soap and water duo.

But today, I'd like to discuss a question some of our customers have recently asked about: UV light sex toy cleaning tools.

Using UV-C light to kill mold is nothing new—many of you reading this may have purchased similar items to keep your toothbrush clean.

Indeed, UV-C can kill some of our most despised things, such as mold and various invisible microbes.

For our female friends, the vaginal structure is complex and moist, providing a hiding place for germs. While enjoying the pleasure male sex dolls bring, safety is naturally paramount.

So, for some of our female users who have consulted us—simple washing is the first step, but concerns about germs still linger. So, is a UV light sex toy cleaner necessary?

Let's dive in and see if this magical sterilizing tool is worth using as another handy assistant for cleaning your male sex doll.

Ultraviolet Sterilization Lamp

The Function of UV Light Devices

A study funded by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that using automated UV-C devices can effectively combat multiple pathogens, including Clostridium difficile (C. difficile) and Vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE).

These devices can eliminate up to 99.9% of bacteria and viruses within minutes (Infection Control Today).

This means that when cleaning male sex dolls, UV-C light can significantly reduce the presence of bacteria and viruses.

For example, UV-C light can effectively kill E. coli and Staphylococcus aureus, bacteria that play important roles in causing urinary tract and vaginal infections. At the same time, UV-C light also has a good effect on fungi, such as Candida that causes yeast infections.

Many professional UV device manufacturers currently produce tools that can be used for sex doll sterilization.

Ultraviolet apparatus specialized in sterilizing sex dolls

Products like Mobile Klean, Sterilize-X, Verilux, CleanWave, and GermGuardian are heavily promoted online, with thousands of companies touting their products as the ultimate way to easily clean surfaces without dangerous chemicals like ammonia.

Can I Use a UV Tool to Sterilize My Male Sex Doll?

This is UVEE—a brand of devices using UV technology for disinfection, and here's their explanation for cleaning sex dolls:

UV-C light can kill bacteria to the deepest point the light can penetrate. Light penetrates shallower/clearer/transparent toys deeper (even fully) compared to darker or opaque toys.

We've tested our system on many pleasure product materials, including jelly (which is very porous), and found our system over 99.9% efficient in killing bacteria, outperforming foam and spray cleaners by 3-5 times.

Bacteria are killed quickly under UV-C light, but our system runs longer than the time needed to kill bacteria, giving the light more time to penetrate materials.

Additionally, we conducted special studies on "complex devices," especially wands, and demonstrated our system is over 99.9% efficient in killing bacteria on complex devices.

As you know, these devices are not waterproof and difficult to clean properly in corners and crevices.

As you can see, UV light can indeed be used for the sterilization of sex dolls to some extent.

Ultraviolet Sterilization Lamp

However, a few points need to be clarified. Since male sex dolls can have detachable penis parts, if you're particularly concerned about bacteria, it's advisable to sterilize the penis separately, while other parts can be wiped and cleaned as usual.

Additionally, since male sex dolls are typically made of silicone and TPE, you must be mindful of the damage UV light can cause to these materials.

For TPE:

  • Molecular Damage: Exposure to UV-C light can break down molecular chains, causing the material to become brittle, hard, and even crack. UV-C light can also degrade additives like antioxidants, accelerating material aging.
  • Color Change: Prolonged UV exposure can cause TPE to fade or discolor, as UV light can break down pigment molecules.

For Silicone:

  • Durability: Silicone is more UV-resistant than TPE, but long-term exposure to UV-C light can still cause the material to harden and age.
  • Color Change: Similar to TPE, silicone can also fade with prolonged UV exposure.

Conclusion:

You can use UV tools as an auxiliary method for cleaning your male sex doll, but you need to control the usage and duration.

Aging tpe sex doll skin

How to Properly Use UV Tools for Sterilizing Male Sex Dolls:

Control Exposure Time

When using UV light for disinfection, minimize exposure time to reduce material damage. After all, our sex dolls aren't competing in a UV bath contest—prolonged exposure can cause material deterioration!

Follow manufacturer recommendations and avoid overly long exposure, just like you wouldn't leave ice cream in the sun all day.

Use Protective Coatings

For items frequently needing UV disinfection, consider using custom anti-UV coatings to enhance material durability.

This way, your sex doll will be like wearing a layer of sunscreen, safe to bask in the "UV beach" without worrying about getting tanned or damaged!

Diversify Cleaning Methods

Of course, besides UV disinfection, we should adopt a multi-pronged approach. Combine other cleaning methods like warm water and neutral detergent washing to reduce dependence on UV disinfection.

After all, relying solely on UV is like washing a car with one hand—clean, but something seems missing. So, warm water and neutral detergent act as the other hand, working together to keep our sex dolls sparkling clean!

By using these methods, we can not only maintain the cleanliness of sex dolls but also extend their lifespan, allowing them to continue "shining" in your life! Remember, UV is good, but don't overdo it!

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