Match lubricant to the barrier and product
Water-based lubricant is a useful starting point. Oil-based products can damage latex condoms. If you use silicone-based lubricant, check the toy manufacturer’s compatibility instructions as well as the condom instructions. Compatibility can depend on the particular formulation and product; a simple rule about all silicone products is not enough.
Read what “waterproof” means for that device
Do not assume a product can be submerged because its surface is easy to wipe. Follow its cleaning instructions, including any restrictions around charging ports, motors, and detachable parts. If the listing and the instructions appear to conflict, ask the retailer before using or cleaning it in that way.
Think about shared use
Shared toys can pass infections. Clean between people and body sites, and use a new condom on a suitable toy when sharing. Change the barrier between people or body sites. Do not move from anal to vaginal contact without cleaning and changing the barrier. The right cleaning method depends on the product.
Make the care routine accessible
Before buying, consider whether you can reach the surfaces that need cleaning, manage detachable parts, and handle the charging connection. If assistance is wanted, agree what help is useful and what privacy you want. A product that is easy to operate but difficult to care for may not suit your routine.
Keep a small set of instructions
Save the product name, material information, cleaning method, charging requirements, and lubricant guidance somewhere you can find them. You can ask the retailer for written information in a usable format. Guessing is not a necessary part of buying a sexual wellbeing product.