I was using this Toy Cleaner as an after washing sanitizer, however my skin would have a reaction to whatever toy I was using at the time. I ended up doing some research online and found out why. It is better used BEFORE washing with soap and water!

After we are done playing with our toys, I spray them down with the Toy Cleaner, rub it over the surface using my hand or a saturated cloth and dry it with a clean cloth. On the toys that have ridges, seams or other hard to clean areas, I use a super soft baby toothbrush and gently scrub. This removes the unsanitary residue and the anti-bacterial properties in this cleaner keeps my toy safe for my next use. Sometimes we will wait until morning to wash out toys in soap and water so the faster I remove the fluids, the less likely there will be infection causing bacteria living on them.

I always wash with soap and water!! To neglect this one important step can be very painful and expensive for you. Your toys also will last a lot longer and you will get more use from them if you take care of them properly. Protect your investment! Washing these with soap and water AFTER cleaning with the cleaner also removes the chemical smell and taste left behind as well as lessens or removes any reactions your body will have to this product.

Toy Cleaner has some very powerful anti-bacterial properties. These are very beneficial if you or someone in your household has a cold or flu. Use this as you would a hand sanitizer on your doorknobs, toilet handles, faucets,etc. to reduce the risk of getting sick. I also use this on my cutting boards and kitchen counters to remove any bacteria that might be living there. I have a small, generic spray bottle I am going to fill up with this cleaner so I can leave it by the sink, take one to work for the door handles and just have to use without anyone knowing it really is supposed to be used for cleaning adult toys.

There is a "cleaner" type chemical smell. It is not any more irritating than a normal household cleaner, but is a bit of a turn off when used the first couple times on your adult toys. Until I found out it was to be used PRIOR to washing them. The taste that was left behind was also very unpleasant and undesirable for the toys I play with orally as well. I would end up putting flavored lube on them prior to oral play. I do wish Cal Exotics would add instructions and an ingredients list to this product!!

This toy cleaner works great as an anti-bacterial cleaner for your toys and house. I recommend using this prior to soap and water cleaning to prevent the bad taste and skin irritation.

As a sanitizer, this works very well for when there are sick people living with you. Spray on door knobs, faucets and other areas that are shared and you should reduce your likelihood of catching the same cold or flu they have.