How to Clean Sex Toys Cleaning your sex toys can be a tricky task. If you're not careful, you might end up damaging your toy or spreading germs and infections around your home. Follow these steps to ensure that your sex toy stays clean and safe for use! Before you start cleaning your sex toy, make sure it's completely dry. If there's any moisture on it, let it air-dry for a bit before proceeding with the rest of these steps. If you have a silicone sex toy, you'll need special cleaning products: antibacterial soap and isopropyl alcohol (IPA). You'll also need a soft cloth like an old t-shirt or washcloth to wipe down the surface of the toy. Use a separate piece of cloth for each step—this will prevent bacteria from spreading from one part of the toy to another during cleaning. For glass toys, use warm water only—hot water can shatter the glass! Don't use soap or other chemicals on glass toys; just wash them with hot water. Dry them off with a soft cloth before using again.