This comprehensive guide is designed to equip you with the necessary knowledge and tools to clean, maintain, and repair your sex doll effectively and properly. Keeping your sex doll clean and well-maintained is crucial in ensuring its longevity, especially for ultra-realistic models. Here are our top recommendations for optimal hygiene and care.

Essential Cleaning Kit

To start, we recommend assembling an essential cleaning kit, which includes:

• a comb (usually provided)

• mild liquid soap or antibacterial soap

• warm water

• vaginal irrigator (sometimes provided)

• a soft cloth or towel (microfiber is ideal)

• a soft towel or non abrasive cloth

• talcum powder (baby powder) or corn starch, and

• baby oil

With these items at hand, you are ready to thoroughly clean your love doll.

Cleaning Frequency

It's essential to clean your sex doll before you use her for the first time and regularly afterward if not stored. We strongly recommend cleaning your doll immediately after every use to maintain proper hygiene. For TPE sex dolls, it is recommended to oil them 3-4 times a year.

Proper sex doll maintenance and cleaning are vital for ensuring her longevity and hygiene. With the necessary cleaning kit and a regular cleaning schedule, you can enjoy a safe and pleasurable experience with your realistic sex doll.

Follow these top 5 tips for effortless cleaning of your sex doll to maintain proper hygiene and extend her longevity:

1) Use A Condom: A simple yet effective tip is to use a male or female condom during sex to contain fluids. This prevents unwanted fluids from entering your sex doll's interior and makes cleaning more manageable.

2) Consider An Insert (Removable Vagina): If you're in the market for a new sex doll, consider purchasing one with an "insert" vagina. This design allows you to remove and clean the vagina separately, simplifying the cleaning process.

3) Use An Adaptable Shower Hose: For sex dolls with a fixed vagina, using an adaptable shower hose is an excellent solution. The shower hose can easily clean the interior of your sex doll’s orifices without causing any damage.

4) Hang Your Sex Doll for Powdering and Oil Application: When applying baby powder or oil to your sex doll's skin, it's best to hang it first. This prevents any excess powder or oil from settling in unwanted areas and makes cleaning more manageable.

5) Use A Spray Bottle for Localized Cleaning: For localized cleaning, use a spray bottle with a mild soap solution. This method allows you to clean specific areas of your sex doll without getting other parts wet.

To clean your sex doll thoroughly:

1) Remove Excess Fluids: Remove any excess water-based lubricant or body fluids with an alcohol-wet wipe, tissue, or cloth. If able, remove the vaginal insert and clean it separately.

2) Clean The Wig: Always remove your doll's wig and clean it separately using mild soap and warm water.

3) Wash The Cavities: Wash your dolls cavities, vagina, anus and mouth (if she has one) with antibacterial soapy warm water and allow it to air dry thoroughly.

4) Clean Your Full Sex Doll: Use a mix of regular antibacterial soap and clean warm water. Gently  wipe down your doll's body with a clean cloth or sponge.

4.1) Shower or Bathe Your Sex Doll: Alternatively, you can shower or bathe your sex doll, but make sure to cover all of her exposed metal components such as her neck or feet bolts to prevent rusting of metal components.

5) Allow to Dry Thoroughly: After cleaning, wipe down your sex doll then hang her up and allow her to dry thoroughly. Avoid placing your sex doll near an open fire, radiator or exposed to sunlight.

Things To Avoid:

1) Avoid Abrasive Soaps and Tools: Use only neutral antibacterial soap and avoid abrasive soaps, hard sponges, or wire brushes. Avoid using bleach, rubbing alcohol, boiling water, and dish soap.

By following these steps, you can clean your sex doll thoroughly and maintain proper hygiene. Remember to take care when handling your sex doll and avoid using any abrasive tools or cleaning products that may cause damage.

To clean the intimate areas of your sex doll:

Note, if you have an insert, start by removing the insert.

1) Use A Water Irrigator: Spray water into your doll's cavities (and insert) using a water irrigator or shower-hose attachment and allow the water to run out.

1.1) Clean Manually: Alternatively, use a wet (soft) cloth to clean manually with tepid soapy water.

1.2) Clean During Shower or Bath: Another alternative, clean the openings while showering or bathing your sex doll using your hand or a soft sponge.

2) Leave to Drip Dry: Leave your sex doll standing, hanging, or lying face up with her legs spread wide open so that the water can drip out. Always keep her legs wide open for air drying. 

2.1) Aquarium Pump: Some doll owners have started using aquarium pumps to pump air into their doll's cavities to dry them up. This is quite an effective and quick method.

3) Apply Powder: Once your sex doll is completely dry, apply a small amount of baby powder to the exterior of the anus and vagina (and insert if applicable).

Things To Avoid:

1) Avoid Abrasive Soaps and Tools: Do not use abrasive soaps or any other cleaning products as these could damage your sex doll.

By following these steps, you can clean the vagina, anus, and mouth of your sex doll thoroughly and maintain proper hygiene. Remember to take care when handling your sex doll and avoid using any abrasive tools or cleaning products that may cause damage.

To clean your sex doll’s face:

1) Remove The Head: Remove your doll's head from her body.

2) Remove The Wig: Remove her wig (if possible).

3) Apply Warm Soapy Water: Use a light sponge or cotton cloth soaked with warm antibacterial soapy water and gently massage her face.

4) Avoid Eyes and Eyelashes: Pay close attention to avoid damaging the eyes and eyelashes and getting them wet.
4.1) Removing Your Dolls Eyes: If you would like to remove the eyes before cleaning, they can be removed from the front by gently stretching the socket open then carefully taking them out, take care not to damage her eyelashes.

5) Gently Pat Dry: Pat down the face with a dry non-abrasive cloth then allow any excess to air dry.

Things To Avoid:

1) Avoid Submerging Your Doll's Head: Never submerge your doll's head into water.

2) Avoid Harsh Materials: Do not use harsh materials or hard/sharp objects.

3) Avoid Harsh Chemicals: Do not use abrasive soaps or any other cleaning products.

4) Avoid Applying Too Much Pressure: Please only use light pressure when cleaning your doll's face.

5) Avoid Heating Devices: Never use a hairdryer or any other heating device on your sex doll. Do not attempt to speed up drying by placing your sex doll near a radiator, fire, or any other heating device.

Ensure your sex doll is completely dry to prevent damage:

1) Pat-Dry: Gently pat dry your sex doll with a clean, soft cotton cloth. Do not rub your sex doll with a towel as this can cause damage, instead use a patting motion.  

2) Air-Dry: After pat-drying, let your sex doll air-dry completely. Do not use a hairdryer or any other heating device to dry your sex doll, as this can cause damage to the skin. Leaving your sex doll in a well-ventilated area for a few hours is usually sufficient for it to dry.

3) Apply Talcum Powder: Once your sex doll is completely dry, apply talcum powder (talc) to your sex doll's entire body. This helps preserve the skin and prevents damage from friction. 

I recommend to apply talcum powder to your sex doll's body after every clean. This will help keep her skin dry and in good condition.

By following these steps, you can ensure that your sex doll stays clean, dry, and well-maintained.

To clean your sex doll’s wig:

1) Remove The Wig: Remove the wig from your sex doll's head.

2) Comb The Wig: Gently comb the wig starting from the tips and moving your way upwards to remove tangles.

3) Soak In Cold Water: Fill a small basin with cold water, add a coin-sized squirt of shampoo, and submerge the wig. Note, cold water helps prevent losing the style of the wig, especially one with curls.
4) Agitate It Gently: Agitate (press on or swirl) it gently, then leave it to soak for about 5 minutes.
5) Drain The Basin: Drain out the water of the basin.

6) Rinse and Comb: Rinse the wig until the water runs clear with no visible signs of soap suds, then comb it to remove tangles while still damp.

5) Air-Dry: Allow the wig to air-dry on a wig stand. Any curls or style will bounce back naturally as it dries.

Things To Avoid:

1) Do Not Dry On Head: Do not dry the wig on your sex doll's head, as this may cause damage to your sex doll.

2) Do Not Use Any Hair Products Or Styling Tools: These products may cause damage to your sex doll's skin, face and/or wig if not used correctly or if not compatible.

Following these steps will ensure that your sex doll's wig is properly cleaned and maintained, and will help to prolong its lifespan.

For more on sex doll wig cleaning, check out our article "easiest sex doll wig cleaning routine and tips".

It's important to handle your sex doll carefully to prevent damage to its skin and body.

• General rules for moving heavy objects: Keep your back straight and bend your knees and hips.

• Hold the body, not the limbs or head: When lifting or moving your sex doll, always hold the torso to prevent damage to her limbs or head.

• Vertical hold: We recommend holding your sex doll in a vertical position, wrapping both arms around the waist in a 'bearhug' position. This is the easiest way to move your sex doll.

Here's an article on a few more techniques to carry your sex doll around.

Proper storage is essential to avoid damage:

• Room Temperature And Dry Environment: Store your sex doll in a dry environment at room temperature. Avoid storing it in areas such as bathrooms or garages, which can become damp.

• Return to natural position: After use, it's important to return your sex doll to a natural position to prevent the skin from becoming stretched or damaged. Avoid leaving it in difficult positions for extended periods.

• Storage box or original packaging: We recommend storing your sex doll lying flat in a sex doll storage box or the original packaging box facing upwards. Using a storage bag you can prevent dust and pests collecting on your sex doll whilst she's stored away. Be sure to pick a light coloured storage bag as your doll will likely be stored in said storage bag for extended periods. Dark colours are likely to transfer from the bag onto your doll's skin.

Things To Avoid:
• Avoid Direct Sunlight: Direct sunlight can cause damage and discoloration to your sex doll. Store it in a shaded area, away from sunlight.

• Avoid Artificial Or Stained Materials: Do not leave your sex doll on artificial or stained materials for long periods, as they may cause discoloration or staining. For example, tanned leather. 
• Keep Away From Open Flames: Avoid exposing your sex doll to open flames or other heat sources.
• Avoid Dark Clothing: Dressing your sex doll up in dark clothing as this will lead to skin staining.

• Avoid Tight Clothing: TPE dolls are soft. So, if you dress your sex dolls in tight clothing, after a while tight clothing can start to leave indents and markings your sex doll's skin. If tight clothing is necessary, limit the amount of time it is worn. 
• Vivid Coloured Clothing: Because TPE material is porous, it can easily stain from coloured clothing.

More on sex doll storage from our article "how to store your sex doll".

Replacing a broken or lost fingernail on your sex doll can be a straightforward process if done correctly. Here's how:

1) Prepare Your Sex Doll: Place your sex doll's hands in a neutral position.

2) Match the Nails: Compare the loose fingernails with your doll's bare fingers to determine which nail belongs where.

3) Apply Glue: Clean and dry the area, then apply a thin layer of glue on your doll's bare fingernail bed. Be careful not to apply too much glue that can spill over the nail area.

4) Align and Press: Carefully align the fingernail and press it down for about five seconds.

5) Clean Up Excess Glue: If any excess glue has spilt outside the nail area, remove it immediately with a damp microfiber cloth (warm and soapy water). Excess glue can be difficult to remove, so it's best to avoid any spillages altogether.

When replacing your sex doll's eyes, it's important to take your time and be gentle to avoid damaging your sex doll's face. Here are some helpful tips:

Remove the Old Eye: Carefully remove the old eye and any packing material.

Prepare the New Eye: Scrunch the packing material tightly into the new eye.

Insert the New Eye: Carefully insert the new eye into the socket

1) Remove Your Doll's Head: Remove your doll's head and place it onto a head stand. If you don't have anything to hold you doll's head, leaving it on her body is fine. Just make sure she is stable before proceeding.

2) Gently Pull The Eyelids Apart: Use one hand to gently hold open the upper and lower eyelids. Be sure not to touch your doll's eyelashes or makeup.

3) Remove The Old Eye: With your other hand, carefully remove the old eye and any packing material.

4) Prepare The New Eye (Only Relevant For Semi-Circle Eyes): Take the new eye and "scrunch" the packing material tightly into it.

5) Insert The New Eye: Using one hand to hold the eyelids apart, carefully insert the new eye into the empty socket. 

With these steps, you can replace your sex doll's eyes safely and effectively.

To reattach loose eyelashes:

1) Remove Your Doll's Head: Remove your doll's head and place it onto a head stand. If you don't have anything to hold you doll's head, leaving it on her body is fine. Just make sure she is stable before proceeding.

2) Apply Glue With A Fine Tool: Use a fine tool to apply a small amount of glue to the back of the new eyelash. For example, a toothpick. Note, apply the glue to the back of the eyelash, not directly onto your sex doll. Allow the glue to become tacky.

3) Press Into Position: Carefully press the eyelash into the desired position and hold for five seconds.

For more detail, check out "how to apply false eyelashes to sex dolls".

In conclusion, maintaining a sex doll requires proper care and attention to keep it in the best condition possible. Regular cleaning, proper storage, and gentle handling are essential to ensure the longevity and overall well-being of your sex doll. If any repairs or maintenance are required, following the recommended procedures will help to avoid further damage and ensure a successful outcome. By following these tips and guidelines, you can enjoy your sex doll for years to come. If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to reach out to us for assistance.

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