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There has been a lot of media coverage about phthalates in children’s toys, water bottles, plastic cutlery, and other items made of plastic. Unfortunately, few media outlets have told us whether or not to be worried about pthtalates in adult sex toys.

In order to decide for yourself, it is first important to understand what phthalates are. Phthalates are chemicals used to soften hard plastics so that they may be bent into shape during manufacturing. Some manufacturers use pthtalates to turn hard plastics into soft, pliable products, like dildos or baby teethers. The problem with pthtalates is that they have recently been found to leach chemicals that act like female hormones when they are absorbed by the body.

So far, the use of pthtalates has been restricted for use in children’s toys in the European Union for nearly a decade. The state of California has been a leader in regulating pthtalates in children’s items in the United States. But children’s items have remained the main focus. Pthtalate exposure is related to the amount of use of pthtalate containing products, therefore adult sex toys like dildos and vibrators containing pthtalates are thought to be safe. However, many researches and medical practitioners are encouraging adults to consider replacing old plastic sex toys with new, pthalate-free toys.

There are many pthtalate-free dildos and vibrators available, in many different styles. The Evolved Symphony line of vibrators offers pthtalate-free vibrators with options like a rabbit style, or water-proof version. The Tantus Silicone Acute Dildo is pthalate-free and perfect for G-spot stimulation. It can also be used with a harness! The Vibratex line also offers many pthtalate-free items, like the amazing “Rock Your World”.

While it is a personal decision to toss your old favorites and replace them with safer, newer versions, research shows that minimizing your pthtalate exposure is a wise choice. Plus, with so many pthtalate-free options available, it’s a great excuse to treat yourself to a few new, fun toys!

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