To investigate I decided to chat with my fellow sex toy aficionados on forums, to get to the bottom of this mystery. Turns out, it was a common problem, most likely caused by an allergic reaction. Apparently the honey, artificial sweeteners, propylene glycol and mineral oils used in cheaper dildos can cause a nasty reaction with our bodies, resulting in black ooze. Who knew?
So, what did this mean for my beloved dildo? Obviously I needed to trade in my old fella for a new model. The good news was that there were plenty of safer and better options available this time around, free of toxic chemicals. They were slightly pricier, but boy were they worth it. My new dildo felt like complete bliss during use and, most importantly, was healthy and free of any nasty oozing.
But after all that, I still couldn’t help but ponder why my old dildo had reacted so badly in the first place. As it turns out, dildos are like any other sex toy; you really need to do your research before settling for a product. Cheap products are not necessarily bad, but they tend to contain ingredients that may react adversely with your body.
Having experienced the ooze myself, I began to take greater caution when purchasing sex toys. Not only did I start reading reviews and researching brands, but I became a lot more vigilant of the contents of my dildo. If it contained artificial sweeteners, mineral oils, or glycerin, then I was definitely steering clear.
It was only through learning from my leaky affair that I became much more aware of the potentially harmful consequences of using substandard sex toys. This experience certainly taught me to ‘protect the goods’, if you know what I mean. I’m not the type of gal to get caught out twice! Word on the street is that turning a blind eye to the integrity of sex toys can be costly. So, wherever possible, quality over quantity should be your mantra.
Also, don’t be fooled by sleek packaging and nice marketing. Yes, some of these toys will get you going, but it’s always worth reading the label. Stick to medical-grade silicone and water-based lubricants and your body will thank you for it.
So when buying a new dildo, it’s just like indulging in any other product; you have to read the label carefully. These toys can be great fun if you take the time to balance pleasure and safety. Just remember, prevention is better than cure. Don’t be complacent or you could be the next victim of a black ooze dildo!
Having been a victim myself, I now know that complicated cleaning instructions are a sign to keep away. Silicone- and water-based lubricants are ideal, but stay clear of oil- and petroleum-based products. Not only do these refuse to wash away, but they also cause a reaction resulting in a black ooze. Not sexy.
What’s more, when shopping keep an eye out for safe additives such as vegetable glycerin, vibrators which will keep your body happy and ensure the dildo oozing black isn’t you!
My next purchase was a luxury item, blessed with every component promising great health, wellness and pleasure. I had done all the research and I was confident this was going to be a safe investment. Needless to say, it has been one of my better investments.
So, before you go ahead and buy a dildo, do your research. Make sure it won’t lead you down a winding road of toxic chemicals, allergic reactions and black ooze. That would be so ’not worth it’. By educating yourself on the contents and risks of pleasure products, you’re well on your way to finding the perfect dildo. Just ask around first and read the label. Trust me, you do not want to be the one with an oozing dildo!