Answer extracted from the Cliterally Obsessed podcast — listen to the full episode below.
Why should you avoid silicone lubricant with silicone sex toys?
Silicone lubricant and silicone toys are fundamentally incompatible: liquid silicone breaks down the solid silicone material of the toy, causing them to degrade each other. Instead, use water-based lubricant or a quality toy cleaner, and reserve silicone lube for non-silicone toys or body application only.
The problem lies in the chemistry itself. When you apply silicone-based lubricant to a silicone toy, the two materials interact in ways that compromise the toy's structural integrity and safety. As Madeline Dorian explains in the episode, this incompatibility is one of the most common mistakes people make when choosing lubricants.
The key to avoiding this damage is understanding which lubricants work with which materials. Water-based lubricants are your safest choice for silicone toys—they're compatible with all toy materials and pose no risk of degradation. If you prefer silicone-based products for their longer-lasting glide, reserve them exclusively for non-silicone toys or for use directly on your body.
Beyond lubricant selection, maintenance matters too. A good quality toy cleaner should be part of your routine after use, as detailed further in this podcast discussion. This ensures your toys remain safe and effective over time.
Madeline Dorian — Sex educator and entrepreneur with over 13 years of experience in the intimate wellness industry. She holds academic roots in sexuality studies from Concordia University and has received hands-on training from leading brands. Dorian co-runs Wicked Wanda's, a community-focused pleasure shop and educational space, alongside her mother, and consults with both curious individuals and healthcare professionals on sexual wellness topics.
For those looking deeper into lubricant choices, Madeline covers how to select products based on your toy material—a conversation that touches on water-based formulations that should be glycerin-free and paraben-free, alongside hybrid lubricants that offer different benefits. The full episode explores the entire landscape of intimate product compatibility, helping you make informed decisions about what's right for your body and your collection.
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What are the different types of lubricants and how should they be used with sex toys?
Madeline Dorian outlines four main lubricant types: water-based (safe for all toys, should be glycerin-free, paraben-free, and pH balanced), silicone-based (incompatible with silicone toys), oil-based (not recommended for internal use), and hybrid formulations that combine water and silicone bases.
What are the most popular vibrators sold at Wicked Wanda's?
The top-selling vibrators at Wicked Wanda's are wand vibrators and air pulse toys. Wand vibrators are praised for their power and versatility, usable on any body part, while air pulse toys have gained significant popularity in recent years.
What is the most popular product category at Wicked Wanda's?
According to Madeline Dorian, lubricant is the number one most purchased product at Wicked Wanda's, describing it as 'the center of your sex chest.' Libido support products are the second most popular category.