Getting to grips with your Fleshlight sleeve offers you an incredible range of options for pleasure. From living your fantasy with your favorite adult star to discovering the incredible benefits of solo play, your Fleshlight can be a gateway to incredible pleasure and sensual heaven. In order to enjoy the bliss, however, you need to ensure that you take good care of your Fleshlight properly – and this includes making sure it is totally dry after every cleaning. Wondering how to dry Fleshlight toys to keep them safe, sanitary and in tip-top condition? Read on for everything you need to know!
One of the major advantages of a Fleshlight is the textured inside surface, which provides the stimulation you need to get you off. While the textured surfaces are an important part of the sex toy, they can also make it tricky to clean and dry a Fleshlight completely – and the latter, in particular, is crucial, largely due to the material of the toy.
The material of your Fleshlight sleeve is made from a porous material, and this means that it must be dried completely after every clean. If it is left damp, mold, mildew and other unwanted bacteria can grow inside the material, and this will increase every time the toy is allowed to get damp.
Over time, you could find your Fleshlight totally consumed by unwanted black mold – this not only kills the mood somewhat, but it could also cause issues for your health, becoming a breeding ground for infections and bacteria.
Cleaning Your Fleshlight
In addition to drying your fleshlight thoroughly, it is crucial that you first clean the sex toy after every use. If you ever feel like skipping a day, take a moment to think about how you use your Fleshlight, the nature of the interaction and the residue likely to be left behind. Taking ten minutes to clean it after a session seems like a better idea now right?
In order to clean your Fleshlight effectively, you have one of two options:
- you can wipe down the sleeve inside and out with a specialist sex toy cleaner, designed specifically for the task
- or you can use warm, soapy water to achieve the same effect
The most important thing is to ensure that you get into every crack and crevice and that you cover every part of the surface thoroughly. For a more detailed explanation on how to do it properly click here.
Always just double-check the material of your Fleshlight before using anything other than water to ensure that there will be no damage to the toy.
Top Tips On How To Dry A Fleshlight
When it comes to learning how to dry a Fleshlight, there are a variety of options available to users. Remember – the most important thing is to ensure that your toy is totally dry before using it.
Air Dry
The easiest option is to allow your toy to air dry – you will only need a cloth or paper towel to achieve this. Start by laying the cloth or towel on a flat surface, such as a counter or table, and lay the sleeve of the toy out flat on the towel. Then, either fold over the end of the cloth or use a second towel to carefully pat the toy dry. Remove both the caps to ensure that there is smooth, constant air-flow, and do not return your toy to the case until it is totally dry.
Hairdryer
If you need to get your toy dry in a hurry, having a hair dryer to hand can speed up the process, as well as ensuring that your sleeve is cozy and warm! Hairdryers are designed to emit warm air at speed, and you can achieve quick results by first removing excess moisture with a towel or microfiber cloth, and then going in with the hair dryer.
You will need to manually mover and angle the hair dryer inside and out to ensure that your Fleshlight sleeve is totally dry, but this can achieve the desired result in anything from 10 to 30 minutes.
Drying Rack
If you have an extra dish drying rack, this can also be a great place to dry a Fleshlight. These items are, by their very nature, designed to dry things, so there is no harm in washing your toy, wiping it over with a microfiber cloth or towel, and then storing the toy vertically on a drying rack until the water drips out.
Using this method will usually take a few days to dry your Fleshlight, and it is usually reserved for those who live alone, or with an understanding partner!
Mini Fan
Another option to dry a Fleshlight is using a mini fan – this can significantly speed up the process. You will still need to carry out a little prep – start by drying out the interior with a towel or cloth, then lay the sleeve in front of the mini fan, with both ends open to receive air-flow. Set the fan to one of the highest speeds, and allow the appliance to simply do its job in half the time as it takes to air dry!
DIY Hanger
If discretion is an issue, why not consider the DIY method to get your fleshlight sleeves dry? As usual, start by carefully drying your sleeve with a microfiber cloth or towel, and then take a wire coat hanger from your closet. Hook the lip of the top of the Fleshlight to the bottom of the hanger, and then attach this clothes hanger to the bottom of a second clothes hanger. Then hang the homemade hanger on a doorknob or in your closet, and place a bowl underneath to catch any drips or excess water.
Car Shammy
Never underestimate the power of the humble car shammy – they may seem small, but they are mighty. Car shammies are, by their very nature, designed to absorb huge amounts of water in one go, and so can be a great way to ensure that any moisture is trapped and collected. Roll up the shammy, slip it inside the sleeve of your Fleshlight and squeeze to ensure that every part of the textured surface is covered.
It can still take anything from a few hours to a few days for the Fleshlight to be totally dry using a car shammy method, so it is a good idea to make sure you have two sleeves available – one on the go, and one in the wash.
Rubbing Alcohol
If you have major concerns about mold growth, you can use rubbing alcohol, also known as isopropyl alcohol, to dry your fleshlight. Isopropyl alcohol will help to eliminate any bacteria which may be lurking and growing, and can be used while cleaning your fleshlight sleeves. Start by cleaning out the inside of the sleeve with warm water, before running the fleshlight sleeve under the tap and using your fingers to rub over the surface. Then pour the isopropyl alcohol out onto a paper towel, and use this to clean out the inside of the sleeve.
Don’t rely on this method every time you clean – isopropyl alcohol is a potent substance, and could damage the material of your sex toys over time.
What Not To Do When Cleaning Or Drying Your Fleshlight
When it comes to cleaning and drying your Fleshlight, there are a few dos and don’ts to bear in mind to help keep you healthy and extend the life of your toy.
Do
Don’t
- Clean your toy after every use
- Be tempted to skip a cleaning session – take a minute to think about what has been in there