5 Essential Tips for How to Clean Your Sex Toys

Silicone, glass, stainless steel, or wood—and it's motorized: Use mild soap and a damp cloth to wipe the toy clean.

Silicone, Pyrex, stainless steel, or stone—and it's not motorized: For a deeper clean, place it in boiling water for eight to 10 minutes, or run it through the dishwasher without soap (seriously--the hot steam will help sterilize it, says Kerr).

Cyberskin: Use only a little soap and warm water to clean it. Too much sudsing can damage the sensitive material.
Hard plastic, elastomer, thermoplastic elastomer (TPR), or jelly rubber: These porous materials can still contain bacteria and STDs after washing with soap and water. Use a condom if you're going to share with a partner, advises Kerr.
ONCE YOUR TOY IS SQUEAKY-CLEAN, Kerr says to dry it off completely with a clean paper towel and store it in a case or silk bag to protect it from other bacteria-laden items.