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Contributor: Antipova Antipova
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Originally posted by P'Gell
May I ask two questions? What toy do you feel is your best success and was there a toy that just didn't do it for people?
Good questions, P'Gell. I'm curious too.
04/20/2011
Contributor: sexualscientists sexualscientists
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Originally posted by Jenna@Tantus
Silicone comes from silica - which is essentially refined sand. So it's a very "green" option for sex toys.
For those that want a more detailed info on Silicone, Dow Corninghas a good writeup.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Airen Wolf Airen Wolf
(EF Review Program Mentor)
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Originally posted by Metis Black
So you want the story Airen and Dwtim about silicone toys and silicone lube. It happened before Tantus' time (we began in 1998) so I'm going to tell it without names but let you know I heard it from the silicone company in question- Before ... more
OMG so we've been spreading what is essentially a minor concern as though it's a major health risk...well learn something new everyday! You know I have gotten gummy results from silicone lube on silicone toys but I never considered it something to get liability insurance on! Just stopped using the toy.

I think I'll modify my advice to test your toys rather than to avoid.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Modern^Spank^Anthem Modern^Spank^Anthem
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Originally posted by Metis Black
A lot of it was the fact that most of our employees couldn't afford to really have a decent quality life in San Diego. In Reno an apartment is 1/2 the cost of a San Diego apartment. If we can't give our employees (each and every one of them) ... more
its nice to see that companies still care
04/20/2011
Contributor: Jenna@Tantus Jenna@Tantus
(Tantus)
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Originally posted by FawnSinister
I was also wondering if you could recommend a soft, silicone vibrator that Phthalates free and Hypo-allergenic for my first Tantus product?
All our silicone items are Phthalate free and hypoallergenic - the rest sort of depends on you and your preferences.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Tantus Michelle Tantus Michelle
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Originally posted by Noira
I gotta say, I'm really sad to hear the copper has been discontinued, especially since I never got a chance to get any and I have a bit of a metallics fetish. I liked it because the copper, and the neons all pushed the envelope of what's ... more
Since the beginning Tantus has been challenging convention. When we first started, there were a handful of small boutique companies but no one selling to mass market. Being in the forefront on educating the consumer on healthy for the body materials and starting the phthalate movement which has now changed the industry for the better.

Currently we have several prototypes that we are working on that definitely break the mold of your standard toy.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Metis Black Metis Black
(Tantus)
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Originally posted by sexualscientists
Have you considered opening your product line up to health care, I mean you’re using medical grade silicone already. There are medical dilators which you could easily produce that would open the Tantus name up to many people who might not have ... more
I remember a quite few years ago being asked by a Doctor in Toronto for dialators and it's always been on our radar. We made some designs at the same time as the Element line came out and we showed them to some specialized OBGYN's but there were flaws in our designs (including that we needed even harder silicone to really do them justice), and we haven't gotten back to the project. Eventually...
04/20/2011
Contributor: CafeSabroso CafeSabroso
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Originally posted by sexualscientists
Also, if Tantus is trying for "going green" something that could take a rechargeable battery or be plugged in would be greener than the single use batteries.
I agree, a rechargeable bullet option would be awesome. Would encourage me to use the bullet more since I wouldn't be eating through batteries
04/20/2011
Contributor: SoSexxxay SoSexxxay
Quote:
Originally posted by Metis Black
A lot of it was the fact that most of our employees couldn't afford to really have a decent quality life in San Diego. In Reno an apartment is 1/2 the cost of a San Diego apartment. If we can't give our employees (each and every one of them) ... more
That is so inspiring. I'm studying business and want to be an entrepreneur. I hope to have the same ethics once I'm in business. That just really made my day
04/20/2011
Contributor: sexyintexas sexyintexas
Not a question but I have the Little Secrets Tease and had it on the bedside table. My 2 yr old neice started toward it oohing and ahhing at it saying "pretty", I grabbed it and put it up real quick but I think you may have a future customer in her!
04/20/2011
Contributor: Jul!a Jul!a
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Originally posted by Metis Black
I remember a quite few years ago being asked by a Doctor in Toronto for dialators and it's always been on our radar. We made some designs at the same time as the Element line came out and we showed them to some specialized OBGYN's but there ... more
Speaking of your elements line, why did the company choose to discontinue it? Was it just not a good seller?
04/20/2011
Contributor: sexyintexas sexyintexas
Quote:
Originally posted by CafeSabroso
I agree, a rechargeable bullet option would be awesome. Would encourage me to use the bullet more since I wouldn't be eating through batteries
Maybe a UBB plug so we can charge it when we are on the computer...
04/20/2011
Contributor: Jobthingy Jobthingy
Everything I want to say is asked but I just want to say that you guys rock and You should make Ryders in every color of the rainbow.. I would like a rainbow of ryders in my drawer
04/20/2011
Contributor: P'Gell P'Gell
Quote:
Originally posted by Metis Black
I remember a quite few years ago being asked by a Doctor in Toronto for dialators and it's always been on our radar. We made some designs at the same time as the Element line came out and we showed them to some specialized OBGYN's but there ... more
Also, some people who are transitioning from M to F use dilators. It would be great to have Tantus, a company we can trust make something for Trans people.
04/20/2011
Contributor: VioletMoonstone VioletMoonstone
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Originally posted by sexyintexas
Not a question but I have the Little Secrets Tease and had it on the bedside table. My 2 yr old neice started toward it oohing and ahhing at it saying "pretty", I grabbed it and put it up real quick but I think you may have a future ... more
It is pretty! I want one someday. It's going on my wishlist.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Jenna@Tantus Jenna@Tantus
(Tantus)
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Originally posted by sexyintexas
Not a question but I have the Little Secrets Tease and had it on the bedside table. My 2 yr old neice started toward it oohing and ahhing at it saying "pretty", I grabbed it and put it up real quick but I think you may have a future ... more
That's one of the things I love about the Little Secrets - they're bright and fun, and if my kids accidentally see one it's not immediately obvious what they are. Love that!
04/20/2011
Contributor: sexyintexas sexyintexas
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Originally posted by VioletMoonstone
It is pretty! I want one someday. It's going on my wishlist.
Its fantastic! I love mine!
04/20/2011
Contributor: Metis Black Metis Black
(Tantus)
Quote:
Originally posted by sexualscientists
Also, if Tantus is trying for "going green" something that could take a rechargeable battery or be plugged in would be greener than the single use batteries.
I agree. I don't like rechargable toys, because I never find they continue charging for a long enough lifetime and I hate throwing away good toys cause they no longer buzz. Rechargable batteries may be a better concept.

I'd love to make electric toys but it's working more with China than I've felt comfortable doing... I'm probably holding us back but at least I'm honest.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Mr. E Mr. E
Quote:
Originally posted by Metis Black
A lot of it was the fact that most of our employees couldn't afford to really have a decent quality life in San Diego. In Reno an apartment is 1/2 the cost of a San Diego apartment. If we can't give our employees (each and every one of them) ... more
I greatly appreciate hearing that.

I also appreciate you producing high quality body-safe products. I feel some of the lesser quality materials produced by others are a disservice to the industry. At one point we actually threw away every sex toy we had due to the negative reactions my wife would have after using them. Then we discovered silicone. Thank you Tantus!
04/20/2011
Contributor: sexyintexas sexyintexas
Quote:
Originally posted by Jenna@Tantus
That's one of the things I love about the Little Secrets - they're bright and fun, and if my kids accidentally see one it's not immediately obvious what they are. Love that!
Right I have 3 teens and a 7 yr old so I have to be as discreet as I can...or hide things well lol!
04/20/2011
Contributor: Metis Black Metis Black
(Tantus)
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Originally posted by CafeSabroso
I was also curious about the chemistry of the silicone materials Tantus uses Is the material basically just PDMS (polydimethyl siloxane). Also, does "platinum" refer to a catalyst used in the polymerization, or is it just a trade term?
I'd have to refer you to a chemist... I'm not one. Although yes it refers to the catalyst.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Tantus Michelle Tantus Michelle
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Originally posted by Antipova
Good questions, P'Gell. I'm curious too.
The Silks have been by far the biggest success for Tantus since they have been a cross over product to the health community as medical dilators. From the Bend Over Kits to your first dildo, the Silks in all 3 sizes make for an amazing all around toy.

With any innovative company, there are always products that conceptually are a great idea, but unfortunately never caught on. We recently discontinued the Elements line, which are amazing to play with, but never turned into great sales.

Taking risks on new and innovative designs is what has kept Tantus on of the #1 selling silicone brands.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Metis Black Metis Black
(Tantus)
Quote:
Originally posted by P'Gell
I think its fantastic that Tantus is truly made in the USA. We need more manufacturing......and more sex toys.....
Thank you.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Jenna@Tantus Jenna@Tantus
(Tantus)
Quote:
Originally posted by sexyintexas
Right I have 3 teens and a 7 yr old so I have to be as discreet as I can...or hide things well lol!
Yep, I am right there with you. My kids tend to get into my stuff...so I'm a toy locker-upper.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Tantus Michelle Tantus Michelle
Quote:
Originally posted by sexyintexas
Right I have 3 teens and a 7 yr old so I have to be as discreet as I can...or hide things well lol!
The other great thing about them, as a mother myself, is they are SUPER quiet and you can turn them off with one touch.
04/20/2011
Contributor: sexyintexas sexyintexas
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Originally posted by Tantus Michelle
The Silks have been by far the biggest success for Tantus since they have been a cross over product to the health community as medical dilators. From the Bend Over Kits to your first dildo, the Silks in all 3 sizes make for an amazing all around ... more
I havent tried the Silks, making mental note to self...
04/20/2011
Contributor: Metis Black Metis Black
(Tantus)
Quote:
Originally posted by sexualscientists
For those that want a more detailed info on Silicone, Dow Corninghas a good writeup.
Dow Corning after breast implants denied anyone doing anything with their silicone that would be placed in the body. They wouldn't sell to sex toy manufacturers. But over the years we became the #1 North American purchaser of Platinum Grade Silicone. They actually a couple of years ago wrote a new policy to try to get our business. Amazingly good people. But no we don't use Dow. LOL
04/20/2011
Contributor: Metis Black Metis Black
(Tantus)
Quote:
Originally posted by sexualscientists
For those that want a more detailed info on Silicone, Dow Corninghas a good writeup.
Dow Corning after breast implants denied anyone doing anything with their silicone that would be placed in the body. They wouldn't sell to sex toy manufacturers. But over the years we became the #1 North American purchaser of Platinum Grade Silicone. They actually a couple of years ago wrote a new policy to try to get our business. Amazingly good people. But no we don't use Dow. LOL
04/20/2011
Contributor: Kayla Kayla
Quote:
Originally posted by sexyintexas
I havent tried the Silks, making mental note to self...
The Silks are definitely worth trying. They're usually our go-to dildos for anal. I love how they come in the three different sizes, so you can work your way up. They're great!
04/20/2011
Contributor: namelesschaos namelesschaos
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Originally posted by Tantus Michelle
The Silks have been by far the biggest success for Tantus since they have been a cross over product to the health community as medical dilators. From the Bend Over Kits to your first dildo, the Silks in all 3 sizes make for an amazing all around ... more
I can understand why my very first dildo was a slick medium, great toy.
04/20/2011