18 eco-friendly sex products that do not harm nature and the body
Yesterday we told about how the market for sex toys is gaining momentum in the trend of conscious production and consumption. This means that customers are increasingly concerned not only with the problem of choice, but also with environmental friendliness and safety of materials. It is also important for many to know whether they have not been tested on animals and whether all these products are ethical in terms of fair wages in production. Experts agree that it is often not so easy to check all this: the labels lie, and the online stores are full of fakes. The best way to not get lost in the world of vibrators, anal plugs and vaginal balls - to know the decent manufacturers and the basic rules. We talk about what vibrators, dildos, lubricants and even condoms are now considered the most environmentally friendly and harmless choice.
Technological vibrators
Most of the previous generation of toys were made from rubber, plastic or latex. But all these materials are not perfect and their fragility is only the lesser of problems. On closer inspection, many types of plastic do not want to be allowed inside: most often they contain dangerous phthalates or, for example, toxic additives that give PVC the same elasticity. Unconditionally, the best choice is silicone, from which everything is now being produced (and even more) for a rich sex life: it can be of any shape, there are no rough seams on it, in the end it’s just very pleasant to the touch. There is only one drawback. Silicone is still not cheap in production, so toys from it cost a lot too, but this is justified. If you are not a sex shopaholic who buys everything, then a high-quality, safe, beautiful and expensive vibrator that fits comfortably in your palm (and not only) and will serve you for years, looks like more than a reasonable choice.
A disadvantage in the form of price can be an advantage: in the price category you can always determine what you are dealing with. Most likely, most tech toys, which cost from 5 thousand rubles and above, will have the mark "body-safe" and "non-toxic", but silicone pieces can be found simpler and cheaper, starting with 3 thousand - you just need to look at them will be closer. There are several leading brands that can be trusted almost unconditionally. This is the Swedish brand LELO, which produces "Ferrari in the world of sex toys", the Americans Jimmyjane and Canadians We-Vibe, who are not far behind them, are Canadians and the young but ambitious OVO. All of them are equally drawn by technology and design, and each one is full of awards in both spheres.
Among other things, all these brands, which is important, keep an eye on environmental friendliness and use only high-quality silicone: LELO even “released” a 100% eco-friendly GMSM vibrator as an April Fool's joke, winking at Ikee. However, some companies do not stop at this, since environmental friendliness to the full is harmless not only for the consumer and his body, but also for the environment. Ideally, the toy should be made of medical grade silicone, free of phthalates, rechargeable from the mains or via USB (no batteries), and it would be good in recycled cardboard packaging. All these requirements, for example, fully comply with the eco-friendly line of Leaf by Swan, where even the names, shape and color of vibrators speak of a love of nature.
Natural materials dildos
Another, it would seem, is not the most obvious choice in the world of advanced technologies - items made from natural materials like stone, wood or glass and stainless steel. Here, of course, you should not wait for multifunctional miracles in the form of control through an iPhone, but they take form and some noble, solid archaic. As a rule, the assortment of such pieces comes down to dildos, anal plugs and vaginal balls, including those made from recycled glass. Yes, they will never have fifteen modes of pulsation and flexibility of silicone toys, and some of them look a bit intimidating, but sexually sexy.
It is quite possible to assume that a hand-polished black granite dildo would gladly have used Melisander in Game of Thrones, not to mention who she would have inserted a black cast glass stopper. By the way, glass, metal and stone dildo, like silicone, it is possible to warm up in hot water or cool in the refrigerator. With a tree, however, such things will not work, but in the organic origin of such a dildo, there is no doubt at all. This is what the charming brand with the oriental flavor of Dee Lee Doo, for example, which still produces ethnic slippers, hairpins and brooches, rely on, for example, neighbors, housekeeper or parents are likely to take them for souvenir from the trip.
Lubricants and condoms
An important addition to sex that should not be ignored for a number of reasons. Comfort and safety, as is known, are important not only in the automotive industry - without them, it is unlikely that it will be possible to relax and enjoy, but it is better not to try. With condoms, everything is more or less clear, but it will be interesting for vegans to find out what the world thought about their sex life. For example, GLYDE condoms are officially positioned as ethical and vegan, as well as supporting the fair trade concept. All this is not unfounded and is confirmed by important certificates of PETA and other organizations that ensure that developers do not carry out cruel tests on animals and carefully used natural resources. The problem is that most of these brands are not sold in Russia, but they are not so difficult to order online, and you can even make a large batch - with a margin or for all friends. In addition to directly barrier contraception, the brands come across funny accessories like a "condom" with the ironic name "Just in case", mimicking powder compact.
Approximately the same problem with availability is also available for lubricants - it is better to order organics online directly from manufacturers or in trusted stores. You should not neglect them in the same way, although many prefer to do with improvised means - and it is still good if it is just grape-seed oil of direct extraction. Here it is important to study not just the composition, which should not cause allergies, irritations or anything worse, but also compatibility with the devices with which you are going to use them. The same GLYDE recommend Vegan lubricant Good Clean Love, which is fully compatible with condoms, which contains organic aloe oil, vanilla (!) And cinnamon, or überlube silicone lubricants. In addition, these also look no worse than expensive niche cosmetics and they are just nice to put on the shelf. But they are not suitable for use with silicone vibrators - only water-based lubricants, which can also be found in organic brands, are strongly recommended for this purpose.
