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Contributor: Lady of the Lab Lady of the Lab
I've had a Tantus Small silk since mid-December and it seems to already be damaged (or worn out?). I have stored it with a dildo from a different company (Vixen Creations); however because both are high quality silicone, I assumed there wouldn't be an issue.

The dildo is question looks like the silicone has been smeared off, especially around the tip. I have only used water-based lube and my cleaning methods have been either spraying with a toy cleaner or 10% bleach solution.

Has anyone else seen this kind of damage before?
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Yes, I have had a damaged silicone toy that was similar because...
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No, I have never had a damaged silicone toy.
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Total votes: 33 (32 voters)
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Contributor: *Camoprincess* *Camoprincess*
Quote:
Originally posted by Lady of the Lab
I've had a Tantus Small silk since mid-December and it seems to already be damaged (or worn out?). I have stored it with a dildo from a different company (Vixen Creations); however because both are high quality silicone, I assumed there ... more
If you stored them together with nothing separating them then there was more then likely a reaction which is why it states not to use silicone lubes with silicone toys. Same concept don't store them together where they will touch each other as they can and will melt together if you aren't careful. Sorry you have a ruined toy.
01/21/2013
Contributor: TrenchcoatHunters TrenchcoatHunters
Quote:
Originally posted by Lady of the Lab
I've had a Tantus Small silk since mid-December and it seems to already be damaged (or worn out?). I have stored it with a dildo from a different company (Vixen Creations); however because both are high quality silicone, I assumed there ... more
No I have not.
01/21/2013
Contributor: Ryuson Ryuson
(Review Program Mentor)
It seems like it must have reacted with your other dildo. While it's generally a rule that it's okay to store two high quality toys together, as most quality brands cure their silicone in the same way, there must be a difference in the Tantus VS Vixskin silicone. Was it a dual density toy or anything?
01/21/2013
Contributor: Rossie Rossie
Never had that happened to me. I separate my silicone dildos with the stainless steel ones in-between, and individually bag the ones I don't use often, so my silicone toys never get to touch each other.
01/21/2013
Contributor: Lady of the Lab Lady of the Lab
Quote:
Originally posted by Ryuson
It seems like it must have reacted with your other dildo. While it's generally a rule that it's okay to store two high quality toys together, as most quality brands cure their silicone in the same way, there must be a difference in the Tantus ... more
Nope, just regular density. Lesson learned & something I'll include in my reviews
01/21/2013
Contributor: Lady of the Lab Lady of the Lab
Quote:
Originally posted by *Camoprincess*
If you stored them together with nothing separating them then there was more then likely a reaction which is why it states not to use silicone lubes with silicone toys. Same concept don't store them together where they will touch each other as ... more
Yeah, both of the dildos have been ruined accidentally. However, the silver lining is thas I've learned two valuable lessons: most condoms have silicone-based lubricant and to store silicone toys separately. Plus I have a pic that shows what damaged silicone looks like...
01/21/2013
Contributor: Loriandhubby Loriandhubby
oh my gosh, thank you all for responding to this post. i have learned a lot today..
01/21/2013
Contributor: Lady of the Lab Lady of the Lab
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Originally posted by Loriandhubby
oh my gosh, thank you all for responding to this post. i have learned a lot today..
Me too, I really appreciate the responses.
01/21/2013
Contributor: Feisty Feisty
No, I haven't.
01/21/2013
Contributor: Antipova Antipova
Quote:
Originally posted by Lady of the Lab
Yeah, both of the dildos have been ruined accidentally. However, the silver lining is thas I've learned two valuable lessons: most condoms have silicone-based lubricant and to store silicone toys separately. Plus I have a pic that shows what ... more
May we see the picture?

I always keep my dual density stuff separate, but I've never had a problem with firm silicone touching before
01/21/2013
Contributor: Lady of the Lab Lady of the Lab
Quote:
Originally posted by Antipova
May we see the picture?

I always keep my dual density stuff separate, but I've never had a problem with firm silicone touching before
The picture is in the introductory post, the bolded pink link. I'm sad because I haven't had either of the dildos (Small silk and Mistress) for very long
01/21/2013
Contributor: Terri69 Terri69
I've never had a damaged silicone toy
01/21/2013
Contributor: Gluesnffr Gluesnffr
No, I have never had a damaged silicone toy.
01/21/2013
Contributor: Stinkytofu10 Stinkytofu10
Quote:
Originally posted by Lady of the Lab
I've had a Tantus Small silk since mid-December and it seems to already be damaged (or worn out?). I have stored it with a dildo from a different company (Vixen Creations); however because both are high quality silicone, I assumed there ... more
I've never damaged any of my silicone toys.
01/21/2013
Contributor: Rory Rory
I never had one damaged but I never store them together.
01/21/2013
Contributor: BlooJay BlooJay
I've never had a damaged silicone toy.
01/22/2013
Contributor: kitty1949 kitty1949
I've made boo-boos by storing toys together. Meh.
01/22/2013
Contributor: CuddleWhore CuddleWhore
Never damaged a silicone toy, but lots of others.
01/25/2013
Contributor: Kitt Katt Kitt Katt
We store our silicone toys together with zero fear of them damaging each other. Cured silicone simply will not melt just from coming into contact with other silicone toys. It sounds like yours may have come into contact with silicone lube or a lubricated condom.

However, I have heard the toys made from jelly or other inferior materials can actually melt if stored in contact with each other.
01/25/2013
Contributor: LoganAshlee. LoganAshlee.
Oh dear :S
02/04/2013
Contributor: Nissa Nissa Nissa Nissa
Silicone lube with a silicone toy, maybe?
02/05/2013