<![CDATA[Grist - Comment Feed for Ever thought about the toxins in your sex toys?]]> Grist Comment Feed en Comment #1 by Sarah http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Tue, 06 Dec 2005 09:46:47 -0800 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/1 what about silicone?

I'm confused by the omission of silicone from this discussion. It's the master material, as far as I'm concerned!

Silicone is safe-- it is available in medical grade, suitable for long-term implants-- and is much more versatile than Pyrex or surgical steel. (I figure diversity is kind of the point, with sex toys.)

Otherwise, thanks for the overview.

]]> what about silicone?

I'm confused by the omission of silicone from this discussion. It's the master material, as far as I'm concerned!

Silicone is safe-- it is available in medical grade, suitable for long-term implants-- and is much more versatile than Pyrex or surgical steel. (I figure diversity is kind of the point, with sex toys.)

Otherwise, thanks for the overview.

]]> Comment #2 by Emily Gertz http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Thu, 08 Dec 2005 07:13:59 -0800 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/2 Thanks, Sarah

Glad you liked it.  Silicone is indeed the jelly alternative that folks in the industry most often mentioned.

]]> Thanks, Sarah

Glad you liked it.  Silicone is indeed the jelly alternative that folks in the industry most often mentioned.

]]> Comment #3 by zaximka http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Tue, 17 Oct 2006 21:40:20 -0700 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/3 what about condoms

And what about enormous number of well-known latex condoms that are thrown away? There are a lot of lubricated and flavored ones which don't contribute to biodegradability, by the way.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/relationships/sex_and_sexual_health/...

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And what about enormous number of well-known latex condoms that are thrown away? There are a lot of lubricated and flavored ones which don't contribute to biodegradability, by the way.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/relationships/sex_and_sexual_health/...

]]> Comment #4 by zaximka http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Wed, 25 Oct 2006 20:27:59 -0700 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/4 Stingy will pay twice

If talking about adult toys materials, everyone has a choice to make. Most will choose affordable - like latex or plastic toys. It's great that more and more environmentalists reflect on the impact of such a cheap choice.  

]]> Stingy will pay twice

If talking about adult toys materials, everyone has a choice to make. Most will choose affordable - like latex or plastic toys. It's great that more and more environmentalists reflect on the impact of such a cheap choice.  

]]> Comment #5 by Earth Erotics http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Sat, 03 Mar 2007 08:07:37 -0800 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/5 The Beauty of Glass

While 100% silicone is an excellent material, Glass Wands are healthy, environmentally friendly, and support small business.

From an environmental perspective, there is no better sex toy material than glass.  Glass is made by the same ocean from which we evolved.  It is all natural, chemical free, and biologically inert.  Inevitably, nature's technology has been cultivated by man, which allows glass to be shaped and molded into an array of artistic and functional items.  Even dildos!

For your health, glass wands are great. Unlike plastics, glass wands are non-porous and can be completely cleaned and sterilized after use.  The rigidity of glass makes them essential for effecting g-spotting.  They can be warmed up, cooled down, and even thrown in the diswashwer.

From a business sense, the sex toy industry is dominated by a few mega-manufacturers, mostly located in California.  Although some larger toy manufacturers carry health conscious products, I think it is important for retailers to support small business whenever possible. This prevents centrally located mega-manufacturers from flooding the market with cheap products, shutting down "the little guy," and ensuring an essential monopoly.  It also raises the industry standard of quality.

Aesthetically, artisan blown glass is stunningly beautiful! Every glass wand is one of a kind, which allows you to choose a unique piece that is right for you and your body.

]]> The Beauty of Glass

While 100% silicone is an excellent material, Glass Wands are healthy, environmentally friendly, and support small business.

From an environmental perspective, there is no better sex toy material than glass.  Glass is made by the same ocean from which we evolved.  It is all natural, chemical free, and biologically inert.  Inevitably, nature's technology has been cultivated by man, which allows glass to be shaped and molded into an array of artistic and functional items.  Even dildos!

For your health, glass wands are great. Unlike plastics, glass wands are non-porous and can be completely cleaned and sterilized after use.  The rigidity of glass makes them essential for effecting g-spotting.  They can be warmed up, cooled down, and even thrown in the diswashwer.

From a business sense, the sex toy industry is dominated by a few mega-manufacturers, mostly located in California.  Although some larger toy manufacturers carry health conscious products, I think it is important for retailers to support small business whenever possible. This prevents centrally located mega-manufacturers from flooding the market with cheap products, shutting down "the little guy," and ensuring an essential monopoly.  It also raises the industry standard of quality.

Aesthetically, artisan blown glass is stunningly beautiful! Every glass wand is one of a kind, which allows you to choose a unique piece that is right for you and your body.

]]> Comment #6 by faegen http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Sun, 01 Apr 2007 02:01:18 -0700 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/6 Love Glass Toys

I love glass toys.  Love Me Naturally http://www.LoveMeNaturally.com has a great selection and only carries all natural and organic lubricants as well.  I'm glad to know that this information is out there so we can all make better choices in our lives. =)

]]> Love Glass Toys

I love glass toys.  Love Me Naturally http://www.LoveMeNaturally.com has a great selection and only carries all natural and organic lubricants as well.  I'm glad to know that this information is out there so we can all make better choices in our lives. =)

]]> Comment #7 by lovehoney http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Sat, 28 Apr 2007 01:54:50 -0700 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/7 Sex sex toys tested in the laboratory...

You can see sex toys being tested in this article on the LoveHoney Sex Toys Buyer's Guide: sex toy tests.

People are right to be concerned about what their sex toys are made of and most manufacturers are switching to skin-safe rubbers such as elastomers.

But it's also important to treat some of the more lurid headlines and scare stories - this article from
George Mason University is a must-read.

]]> Sex sex toys tested in the laboratory...

You can see sex toys being tested in this article on the LoveHoney Sex Toys Buyer's Guide: sex toy tests.

People are right to be concerned about what their sex toys are made of and most manufacturers are switching to skin-safe rubbers such as elastomers.

But it's also important to treat some of the more lurid headlines and scare stories - this article from
George Mason University is a must-read.

]]> Comment #8 by Hans http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Sat, 14 Jul 2007 15:33:09 -0700 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/8 Beautiful eco-friendly wood

Wood makes beautiful sextoys too.  Hardwood Dildos offers hundreds of unique hand-carved dildos, finished with a food-grade varnish called Salad Bowl Finish.  All the wood used is salvaged or recycled.  No splinters!  They're smooth as silk.  Custom designs are also available from this small company in Oregon.

]]> Beautiful eco-friendly wood

Wood makes beautiful sextoys too.  Hardwood Dildos offers hundreds of unique hand-carved dildos, finished with a food-grade varnish called Salad Bowl Finish.  All the wood used is salvaged or recycled.  No splinters!  They're smooth as silk.  Custom designs are also available from this small company in Oregon.

]]> Comment #9 by Merlinever http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Sat, 11 Aug 2007 16:54:21 -0700 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/9 Is Silagel OK?

8/12/07: This message is actually intended for Emily Gertz. While I was looking at some sites that sell adult toys, I noticed that the company called Doc Johnson is offering a new line of toys made of a material that they call "Silagel". They claim that it has many of the same benefits as silicone, including that it is safe for the body and antibacterial. But when I read that the material has a "pleasant scent", I became suspicious. Do you have any information on the compsition of this material and is it a safe material?

]]> Is Silagel OK?

8/12/07: This message is actually intended for Emily Gertz. While I was looking at some sites that sell adult toys, I noticed that the company called Doc Johnson is offering a new line of toys made of a material that they call "Silagel". They claim that it has many of the same benefits as silicone, including that it is safe for the body and antibacterial. But when I read that the material has a "pleasant scent", I became suspicious. Do you have any information on the compsition of this material and is it a safe material?

]]> Comment #10 by dannigyrl http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Tue, 23 Oct 2007 03:44:28 -0700 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/10 Re: Is Silagel OK?

Silagel is antibacterial and made of silicone, which is what adds the softness to the new silagel sex toys instead of the chemicals that soften jelly -  silicone is naturally soft. This sex toys store has lots of those new silagel products. I got the gold penis on the dildo page and it is very different then jelly, it does not have the tackiness or stickiness of jelly, you can definitely see that the material is different then jelly. It might not be completely safe, but I would assume that it id allot safer then jelly toys, so I will stick with these!

]]> Re: Is Silagel OK?

Silagel is antibacterial and made of silicone, which is what adds the softness to the new silagel sex toys instead of the chemicals that soften jelly -  silicone is naturally soft. This sex toys store has lots of those new silagel products. I got the gold penis on the dildo page and it is very different then jelly, it does not have the tackiness or stickiness of jelly, you can definitely see that the material is different then jelly. It might not be completely safe, but I would assume that it id allot safer then jelly toys, so I will stick with these!

]]> Comment #11 by mrscindy http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Fri, 02 Nov 2007 07:27:56 -0700 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/11 Glad to see there is more press about this.

I use this awsome sex toys store I found a long time ago, which sells all kinds of great glass and eco friendly sex toys, not all adult shops carry nasty products.

]]> Glad to see there is more press about this.

I use this awsome sex toys store I found a long time ago, which sells all kinds of great glass and eco friendly sex toys, not all adult shops carry nasty products.

]]> Comment #12 by lleighton http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Sun, 25 Nov 2007 03:41:23 -0800 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/12 "Naughty by Nature" by Emily Gertz

Interesting and scary.  It is nice to know that somebody is keeping track of this stuff.  In your article you did make the comment that the toys most likely to be safe would be made of glass or metal.  Unfortunately that leaves the guys out of luck.  You did mention medical grade latex and silicone as being relatively harmless.  Do you know of any listings of materials that are considered safe?  I suppose one could look at approved materials for baby toys as a somewhat reliable source.  Of course that would mean that one would have to insist that any toy purchased would be made from those approved materials.  This raises the question of whether the manufacturing technology exists to use such materials.  Life does get complicated at times doesn't it.

]]> "Naughty by Nature" by Emily Gertz

Interesting and scary.  It is nice to know that somebody is keeping track of this stuff.  In your article you did make the comment that the toys most likely to be safe would be made of glass or metal.  Unfortunately that leaves the guys out of luck.  You did mention medical grade latex and silicone as being relatively harmless.  Do you know of any listings of materials that are considered safe?  I suppose one could look at approved materials for baby toys as a somewhat reliable source.  Of course that would mean that one would have to insist that any toy purchased would be made from those approved materials.  This raises the question of whether the manufacturing technology exists to use such materials.  Life does get complicated at times doesn't it.

]]> Comment #13 by dynamicseo http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Mon, 26 Nov 2007 16:25:15 -0800 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/13 Some of the safe sex toys, i think...

I found this article is great to share some knowledge about the safe sex toys. These sex toys are from very reputed online sex toys shop "Fun Factory". But yes it is true that no sex toys are 100% safe, we have to take care of our own toys. We can do this by proper maintenance of such toys. At online resources you can get the sex toys cleaners.      

]]> Some of the safe sex toys, i think...

I found this article is great to share some knowledge about the safe sex toys. These sex toys are from very reputed online sex toys shop "Fun Factory". But yes it is true that no sex toys are 100% safe, we have to take care of our own toys. We can do this by proper maintenance of such toys. At online resources you can get the sex toys cleaners.      

]]> Comment #14 by Amfora http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Wed, 16 Jan 2008 01:59:56 -0800 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/14 Eco-friendly sex toys

Here I'd like to share some eco-friendly sex toys I'm very glad to own. The only disadvantage is that it seems to be expensive, but nevertheless it's worth having. As for me I'm fond of wooden G-Spot  and muscle exerciser . But it should be noted that glass dildo looks like  a real piece of art.

]]> Eco-friendly sex toys

Here I'd like to share some eco-friendly sex toys I'm very glad to own. The only disadvantage is that it seems to be expensive, but nevertheless it's worth having. As for me I'm fond of wooden G-Spot  and muscle exerciser . But it should be noted that glass dildo looks like  a real piece of art.

]]> Comment #15 by savweb http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Wed, 16 Jan 2008 02:36:56 -0800 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/15 Sex toys

From the great variety of anal sex toys I've chosen the best one for my girlfriend, not because of its intensity but because of its gentle, comforting pressure. Moreover It's eco-friendly.

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From the great variety of anal sex toys I've chosen the best one for my girlfriend, not because of its intensity but because of its gentle, comforting pressure. Moreover It's eco-friendly.

]]> Comment #16 by sensualdirect http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Tue, 12 Feb 2008 15:21:18 -0800 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/16 Glass Dildos are really exspensive!

Most of the glass dildos ive looked at have been very exspensive. I found this great cheap sex toys store with great prices on glass dildos! check it out

]]> Glass Dildos are really exspensive!

Most of the glass dildos ive looked at have been very exspensive. I found this great cheap sex toys store with great prices on glass dildos! check it out

]]> Comment #17 by Susquana http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Thu, 14 Feb 2008 11:17:35 -0800 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/17 Sex Toys don't have to be expensive.

I found a great site with a wide variety of Sex Toys for really low prices.  Even normally expensive toys like The Rabbit are extremely cheap there.

]]> Sex Toys don't have to be expensive.

I found a great site with a wide variety of Sex Toys for really low prices.  Even normally expensive toys like The Rabbit are extremely cheap there.

]]> Comment #18 by traceyfisher http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Sun, 27 Jul 2008 22:55:47 -0700 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/18 Sex Toys

Well how about the new mole vibrator sex toys they are made up of very soft and easy to clean rubber you can see them on utube they lok and feel really cool and the positive feedback is great!

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Well how about the new mole vibrator sex toys they are made up of very soft and easy to clean rubber you can see them on utube they lok and feel really cool and the positive feedback is great!

]]> Comment #19 by traceyfisher http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Sun, 03 Aug 2008 00:13:31 -0700 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/19 Glass Toys ?

Whats the best sex toy to use or is it just better using the rabbit vibrator as i think the glass is too cold. http://www.sextoystrade.co.uk

]]> Glass Toys ?

Whats the best sex toy to use or is it just better using the rabbit vibrator as i think the glass is too cold. http://www.sextoystrade.co.uk

]]> Comment #20 by traceyfisher http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Sun, 03 Aug 2008 01:44:47 -0700 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/20 Not sure

But i think the rabbit vibrator that was ever made.

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But i think the rabbit vibrator that was ever made.

]]> Comment #21 by traceyfisher http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Sat, 13 Sep 2008 00:29:58 -0700 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/21 Fashion

Well as the trends come and go with silver fashion its best to stay on top and not go and spend al your money on one item.

Tracey


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Well as the trends come and go with silver fashion its best to stay on top and not go and spend al your money on one item.

Tracey


]]> Comment #22 by SassyLover http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Sun, 14 Sep 2008 13:00:44 -0700 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/22 Safe Sex Toys

Unfortunately, so many Adult Toys are not safe and even dangerous. Most people are not so educated in order to make a right choice. Sexual education is a MUST these days.

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Unfortunately, so many Adult Toys are not safe and even dangerous. Most people are not so educated in order to make a right choice. Sexual education is a MUST these days.

]]> Comment #23 by rogerburnt http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Fri, 19 Sep 2008 14:32:39 -0700 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/23 Vibrators & Dildos

Adult sex toys all depends on the person not the rabbit vibrator or decadent vibrator.

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Adult sex toys all depends on the person not the rabbit vibrator or decadent vibrator.

]]> Comment #24 by traceyfisher http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Thu, 02 Oct 2008 01:33:54 -0700 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/24 Give up the toys and try hypnotherapy

Thats right girls try hypnosis at http://www.nl-hypnotist.co.uk
Great way to help

]]> Give up the toys and try hypnotherapy

Thats right girls try hypnosis at http://www.nl-hypnotist.co.uk
Great way to help

]]> Comment #25 by traceyfisher http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Thu, 02 Oct 2008 02:42:58 -0700 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/25 Thank you

Sorry thats http://www.nlp-hypnotist.co.uk

]]> Thank you

Sorry thats http://www.nlp-hypnotist.co.uk

]]> Comment #26 by lwolf http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Thu, 16 Oct 2008 05:12:36 -0700 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/26 what about women's health??

Body safe toys are key, but what about all the novelty and gag body products too? KY jelly is the nastiest stuff every put in a tube and sold. I have a website with all the body safe toys mentioned above and lubricants and massage items that are petroleum free, glycerin free and paraben free. Wood, rechargeable, medical grade silicone... etc



check it out, love to hear your comments. tough industry to get ingredients and materials that are earth and female friendly not to mention all the graphic nonsense you have to weed through. i'm always looking to add new products and update what I have.



http://www.signaturesensuality.com



Lauren











]]> what about women's health??

Body safe toys are key, but what about all the novelty and gag body products too? KY jelly is the nastiest stuff every put in a tube and sold. I have a website with all the body safe toys mentioned above and lubricants and massage items that are petroleum free, glycerin free and paraben free. Wood, rechargeable, medical grade silicone... etc



check it out, love to hear your comments. tough industry to get ingredients and materials that are earth and female friendly not to mention all the graphic nonsense you have to weed through. i'm always looking to add new products and update what I have.



http://www.signaturesensuality.com



Lauren











]]> Comment #27 by adult toys http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Sat, 25 Oct 2008 18:06:53 -0700 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/27 Elastomer Sex Toys

I have found recently that the best material out of late is TPE (Thermo-plastic Elastomer. Sex Toys made from elastomer are soft to the touch, non-porous, and easy to clean.

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I have found recently that the best material out of late is TPE (Thermo-plastic Elastomer. Sex Toys made from elastomer are soft to the touch, non-porous, and easy to clean.

]]> Comment #28 by dmt2009 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/ Mon, 10 Nov 2008 07:40:46 -0800 http://www.grist.org/article/gertz1/28 Quality Adult Toys

We make sure that all the adult toys and sex toys that we sell are made from the highest quality elements and are all safe.  Sex Toys are well priced at theirtoys.com

]]> Quality Adult Toys

We make sure that all the adult toys and sex toys that we sell are made from the highest quality elements and are all safe.  Sex Toys are well priced at theirtoys.com

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