Guide to waterproof sex toys
Water goes on, clothes come off and you’re ready to get in. But can your sex toy join you for this steamy shower or bath time session? Find out the answers in our guide to waterproof sex toys and which ones to enjoy during aquatic adventures alone or with a partner.
Why use waterproof sex toys
Have you ever taken sex from the bed to the bath or beyond? It can open you and your partner to so many exciting new positions and sensations. When you just add water, the pleasurable possibilities can multiply in ways you never imagined. The same goes for sex toys, whether it’s a vibrator, prostate massager, anal toy, cock ring or other best-seller.
Enjoying a shower bath with adult pleasure products can change how your sex toys feel and how you respond to them. It can be an opportunity to learn more about your sexual needs and desires as you progress towards climax in a different setting.
There’s something about water that makes it both calming and arousing. Immersing yourself in a warm shower or bath can help to relax your mind and body while increasing your blood flow and as a result your level of sexual sensitivity and arousal.
Spending time in cool water can have benefits too. It can help to boost your alertness and mood as well as reduce feelings of stress and anxiety through its effects on different brain chemicals and hormones. Cool water can also benefit your blood circulation which may be something to keep in mind if you’re seeking ways to soothe sore muscles after some strenuous sex!
And let’s not forget the world of temperature play. There’s plenty of fun to be had by using sex toys that feel warmer or cooler than usual, whether you’re alone or submitting to a partner.
As tempting as it can be to experiment with your favorite sex toy in the shower or bath, some pleasure products are best used on dry land only. And, care must be taken when sanitizing and maintaining these too.
What are water-resistance ratings
To explain what waterproof sex toys are, we need to cover the basics. Specifically, let’s take a look at the different water-resistance ratings and what they mean.
Put simply, the water-resistance of a sex toy refers to how much protection there is from liquids getting to its electronic parts, such as batteries and motors. Water-resistance is expressed on a scale from 0 to 9, where 0 means no protection and 9 refers to maximum protection.
Without getting into the finer details, this rating (officially called the ingress protection or IP rating comes from the International Electrochemical Commission. Fun fact: This system also rates the level of protection against large solid objects, such as fingers, all the way down to fine dust. Keep that at the back of your mind for a moment.
Water-resistance (IPX) ratings for sex toys
The full IP rating of a sex toy (or other electronic device) is expressed as two numbers. The first digit refers to how much protection there is against liquids getting to its electronic components. The second digit refers to the solid objects and dust we mentioned earlier. If one of those digits is not provided, it’s simply replaced with an ‘X’.
The most important rating for sex toys is water-repellency. To save you from working through the technical document, we’ve prepared this convenient summary.
Most SVAKOM sex toys are rated IPX4 splashproof, IPX6 water-resistant or IPX7 waterproof and submersible. It’s important to note that some parts of SVAKOM toys are rated IPX0, such as masturbator cases and remote controls.
IPX0: No protection. Keep it dry!
IPX4: Protection against splashing water (i.e. splashproof)
IPX6: Protection against powerful water jets (i.e. water-resistant)
IPX7: Protection against temporary immersion in water (i.e. waterproof and submersible)
How to use waterproof, water-resistant and splashproof sex toys
Step 1: Do a safety check
Re-read the packaging and/or user manual for your sex toy to check its water-resistance rating as this will affect how you can use it in or near water.
Generally, SVAKOM splashroof sex toys can handle the occasional splash of water but we recommend saving them for use in dry settings.
Water-resistant sex toys are protected against powerful water jets (excluding spa baths). However, it’s best to err on the side of caution and use them in dry scenarios – you’ll avoid the risk of accidentally submerging in water as you get caught up in the excitement of your wet and wild action.
When it comes to aquatic sessions, the best sex toys are waterproof as they can be submerged in water up to 1 meter for around 30 minutes. For particular sex toys, you may need to secure entry points to the motor, battery compartment or charging port – think dust covers and twisting caps or bases – as directed in your user manual.
Step 2: Get lubricant
Use a high-quality lubricant to enhance glide and reduce friction between your body and sex toy.
Remember that water-based lubricant is the only type compatible with silicone sex toys, but it will come off quickly in the bath or shower. Never use silicone-based lubricant or other non-water-based substances, including gels, lotions and moisturizers, with silicone sex toys as this can damage the materials.
If inserting your sex toy while in the bath or shower, you may want to try applying water-based lubricant inside your vagina or anus instead of to your pleasure product. If you’ll use your sex toy on external hot spots, you could go for a long-lasting or thick water-based formulation of lubricant.
Step 3: Pursue pleasure
Once you’re in water and lubed up, get comfort and explore your sex toy settings. If your SVAKOM sex toy has a remote control, remember to keep it away from water and completely dry.
If your sex toy is compatible with the SVAKOM App, you may want to experiment with extra control options beyond pressing buttons on the product. For example, you could use Music Mode so your sex toy moves based on your favorite songs.
Maybe you enjoy an element of surprise, want to explore power play, or stay close to a long-distance partner. Simply use Remote Mode to share control of your sex toy with an at any distance.
Step 4: Clean and recharge
After your session, sanitize your sex toy. When it’s completely dry, recharge if needed and store in a safe, cool, dark and dry place.
How to clean splashproof, water-resistant and waterproof sex toys
Just because you’ve used your sex toy in water, doesn’t mean it’s clean!
At SVAKOM, we recommend sanitizing sex toys before and after each use. The best method depends on the water-resistance rating. The following instructions are general in nature, so always read the packaging and user manual for your particular sex toy.
Splashproof sex toys
Apply toy cleaner to the surface of your sex toy, avoiding the charging points and other electronic components. Leave for up to 60 seconds, or as recommended in the toy cleaner directions. Then, wipe off with a clean lint-free towel or soft cloth and allow your sex toy to air dry completely.
Water-resistant sex toys
Water-resistant sex toys do have more protection against liquids than splashproof ones, but you still need to take care. After, water-resistant is not the same as waterproof.
So, apply toy cleaner to the surface of your water-resistant sex toy, avoiding the charging points and other electronic components. Leave for up to 60 seconds, or as recommended in the toy cleaner directions. Then, wipe off any excess with a clean lint-free towel or soft cloth and let your sex toy air dry completely.
Water-resistant Pulse stimulators
The instructions for SVAKOM stimulators featuring our patented Pulse Technology is very similar to that for water-resistant toys in general. The difference is you'll need to take particular care with the sex toy nozzle.
Spray toy cleaner onto a cotton swab and wipe the Pulse stimulator inner nozzle, avoiding the drum. Spray toy cleaner onto a clean lint-free towel or soft cloth and wipe the exterior surfaces of the stimulator, avoiding the charging points. Remove any residue from the stimulator and allow it to air dry completely. Water-resistant sex toys
Waterproof sex toys
Wash your sex toy with toy cleaner or mild, unscented soap and fresh warm water less than 45°C/113°F. Then, rinse your sex toy with fresh warm water. Finally, pat your sex toy dry with a clean lint-free towel or soft cloth, or allow it to air dry.
Best waterproof sex toys
Clitoral Vibrator
As soon as you hold this piece of perfection, you know you’re in for a good time. SVAKOM Tulip is a bullet vibrator designed to satisfy bodies who want powerful vibrating stimulation of external erogenous zones in a compact design.
Tulip has a slim shaft that is rigid so you can apply more pressure as the rounded head targets your clitoris or other external erogenous zones in or out of water. The shaft is ribbed to enhance the vibrations and feels incredible if you rotate it while shallowly inserting into the vagina. (Note that Tulip is not suitable for anal insertion.)
Simply navigate the variety of settings using a simple button at the base of this petite bullet vibrator, which is tapered so it is easy to hold.
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G-spot vibrator
Whether you’re new to sex toys or a seasoned pro, a solo player or part of a couple, Cici 2 can deliver what you need in the bed, bath and shower. This versatile vibrator is for bodies who want app-controlled vibrating and warming G-spot, clitoral or other external stimulation in a rigid and ultra-slim design.
Cici 2 has a rigid shaft that guides the angled head towards the G-spot for maximum pleasure. The head is ribbed to enhance vibrations and can also be used on external erogenous zones, such as the nipples, clitoris and perineum.
It’s no surprise that Cici 2 is a best-seller because of its very slim design – this makes it ideal for bodies with a vagina who: are new to vibrators; returning from sexual inactivity; or find penetration by a wider shaft uncomfortable.
This popular vibrator is packed with other sought-after features too. An optional heating function warms the shaft head to 38°C to boost arousal. It also comes with a clever memory function that resumes on the last setting used for internal and/or external vibration. There’s even a travel lock that stops accidental turn-ons.
Expand your options for Cici 2 even more by exploring customization, long-distance play or partner interaction with the SVAKOM App.
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Rabbit Vibrator
Chika is a powerful rabbit vibrator equally enjoyable in and out of water. It’s ideal for bodies who want app-controlled vibrating vaginal and clitoral stimulation, plus warming, in a flexible design.
Chika has a cushioned head shaped to press against your G-spot, a semi-rigid shaft and a flexible clitoral stimulator. The shaft and clitoral stimulator can deliver rumbling vibrations separately or together for a blended orgasm.
Vibrations include Intelligent Mode, which mimics the rhythm of sex, and an optional heating function warms the shaft head to 38°C to boost arousal. Settings are a breeze to control via buttons on the toy.
Thoughtfully designed, it also comes with a memory function that resumes on the last setting used for internal and/or external vibration plus a travel lock that stops accidental turn-ons.
For customization, long-distance play or partner interaction, have fun using Chika with the SVAKOM App.
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Anal vibrator
If you’re into anal play, take a ride with Jordan. This beginner-friendly sex toy offers different intensities of thrusting, vibrating and combined modes while lights on the base progress through a rainbow of colors. There’s also Intelligent Mode to mimic sex rhythms. 
Jordan is suitable for all experience levels thanks to its slim, firm shaft with a comfortably cushioned head, narrow neck and wide, safe base. It’s perfect for couples too. Use the remote control magnetically attached to the base or customize and play long-distance by pairing with the SVAKOM App. Just remember to keep the remote control in a dry place if using the vibrator in the bath or shower,
Extra features include USB-recharging, battery lights and a travel lock. Satisfy your curiosity about Jordan.
Stroker
Hedy X is a set of strokers perfect for bodies with a penis who want realistic suction sensations from different textures in a compact, lightweight design. It is also for adults who want to deliver various textured sensations using fingers, making it an effective sex toy for virtually any adult or couple.
This set of 5 egg-shaped sleeves are ultra-soft and super-stretchy to fit different body sizes. Use each sleeve as a stroker for the penis, or on fingers to massage your or a partner’s erogenous zones. (Remember to never insert Hedy X anally.)
Each sleeve is uniquely textured inside and out, waterproof, reusable up to 10 times and comes with a storage case, drying stand and water based-lubricant sachet.
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