Let's talk about sex baby...got questions?

There are a couple more questions in my inbox, but i've got to get packed. We're supposed to be on the road at noon! I'll come back in once I get settled in the car!

Again, i'm not here to sell, but if you're planning on making a purchase from my company I do appreciate if you use my link www.pureromance.com/stephanie If there are any other questions, ask away. I LOVE the conversations going here and in my messaging folder. Thank you for trusting me to chat with you!

So much fun, thanks for asking! We left the town standing, the ranch might be changed forever....We even had a stage and dance floor!

Ok, let's talk materials and safety--- sorry it took me so long, we've been in the mountains all day and service has been horrible!  

There are a TON of different materials that toys can be made of-- the three things you want to consider are how porous is it,

the three things you want to consider when you are purchasing toys- 

1.) how porous/absorbant is it- porous toys can harbor bacteria and help it grow.  So gross. 
2. ) What it's made of- there are a ton of toys on the market that aren't safe for your body and can actually cause itching, burning, rashes, and even tissue damage.    Always avoid Phthalates- they are a chemical that is used to make toys more soft or squishy feeling but the EPA has designated Phthalates as a carcinogen and they have been linked to neurological and reproductive issues.  They're highly controversial right now, but I vote steer clear.     
3.) Reputation of the manufacturer-  Most people don't realize it but because these products are labeled 'for novelty use' there is NO regulation and manufacturers aren't responsible for any issues that happen because of unsafe toys.   There is no reporting of materials, and they can write whatever they want on packaging without any consequences.  This applies to just about everything you find on 'adult' sites and in stores, including Pure Romance.   


No reason to freak out, but you do need to educate yourself.     


How can you tell if a toy has phthalates?    There are a couple of signs.   If it seems like it's 'squishy' feeling or if it's especially bendy, ther is a good chance the plasticizers have been added.   Sometimes they'll feel like there is a film, or almost an oily feeling.  Steer Clear, especially if it's a toy you've had for a while, the materials can actually break down and weep over time.    Pitch it or your vagina will be weeping later.   You can also smell it on some toys, sometimes toys just smell plasticy, sometimes it smells skunky or similar to a 'new car smell'.  A lot of these toys are also porous, so you have the bacteria issues if you don't use condoms with them.  


The best way is to go with a high quality, non porous toy with good materials .   They are going to cost more, just like everything in life...you get what you pay for a lot of the time.   High grade silicone and glass toys are your best bet.  

If you have any questions, your best bet is to upgrade or at the very least use a condom on your toys.   You're ALWAYS better safe than sorry.  

and I will say, if you're shopping my website, message me first.  We have made huge strides in overhauling our toy line, but there are still a few things that I wouldn't use and I refuse to sell.  We're working on it but it's a process to overhaul and entire line with the new knowledge we have.   I do love that we have an on staff chemist to make sure that products are fun, and also safe and i'm really,really proud of the progress we've made in the last few years as these studies have been released.   

If I had to rate common materials from worst to best it would be
Jelly/Rubber
PVC
Skin-Like/Cyberskin materials
Semi-silicone or silicone compounds
Hard plastic toys
and then
Silicone, glass, stainless steel


Your best bet is to do your research and find a sales person/consultant that is knowledgeable about body safety and materials to help you make a safe, healthy, (and FUN!) choice.