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We don’t always like to bring hot-button issues with us into the bedroom, but honestly, just thinking about the climate crisis is enough to kill the mood — like, hello eco-anxiety. And the harsh reality is, your favorite (silicone-based) sex toy is probably not the most eco-friendly thing you own. Many toys not only require batteries, most of which end up in landfills, but are also usually made with plastic or rubber, leaving a toxic carbon footprint that really is not sexy. So how do we be mindful of the earth while we get it on?
“Eco-Friendly sex means different things to different people,” sex expert and host of the Sex With Dr. Jess Podcast Jess O’Reilly tells SheKnows. “For some folks, being eco-friendly means choosing props, toys, lubes and condoms that minimize their impact on the planet. For others, eco-friendly sex involves minimizing harm in production — harm to the environment and to the workers.”
Luckily, from sex toys to lubricants to condoms, more sustainable options have appeared in recent years to help our planet stay green as we stay sexually satisfied. From recyclable vibrators to sustainably-sourced BDSM gear, there are all kinds of ways to turn up the heat in the bedroom without turning up the heat on the planet.
With that in mind, we rounded up some of the best sex toys to make your sex life eco-friendlier — and hotter in a good way.
A version of this story was published October 2019.
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Lovehoney X Love Not War Meile Sustainable Rechargeable Clitoral Vibrator
This collab between Lovehoney and the British company Love Not War is made from recycled aluminum, so it feels nice and cool when you’re holding it. The tip of this clitoral vibrator is silicone, so it’s body-safe and waterproof. Just recharge it whenever you’re done and store it in the bamboo storage bag it comes with.
Blush Gaia Eco Plant-Based Multispeed Vibrator
Here’s a vibrator that’s as simple as can be from a bells-and-whistles perspective, but couldn’t be better for the environment. It’s made from plant-based starch plastic material and is not only recyclable but biodegradable! You don’t have to worry about any allergens or skin irritants either. A win for Mama Earth and for you!
Womanizer Premium Eco
Womanizer has released a version of their beloved clitoral stimulator with the added bonus of being biodegradable — meet Womanizer Premium Eco. Made of Biolene, a plastic alternative made of renewable materials, this is a toy you can recycle when you’re ready to say goodbye.
Prisms Hamsa Glass Dildo
A glass dildo is not only built to last a lifetime but it’s also fully recyclable. This dildo by Prisms is sleek and smooth, as well as hypoallergenic, heat and chemical-resistant, and latex and Phthalate-free, making just as healthy for you as it is for Mother Earth. Tip: warm it up by placing it in warm water or cool it down by putting it in the freezer for a few minutes.
Glyde Ultra Thin Condoms
These aren’t necessarily toys, but another sex necessity. Glyde is the world’s first certified non-toxic, ethical and fair-trade condom, and is the only condom certified by the Vegan Society. Made from a non-toxic formula of all natural ingredients, including non-GMO fair trade natural rubber, Glyde condoms are made to fit any size, and there are flavored ones too, so you’re bound to find the variety that works
Sustain Natural Condoms
It’s okay to be picky once you’ve found a brand of condom you love and trust. Made from natural rubber and biodegradable (but not compostable), Sustain’s condoms are some of the best natural condoms on the market that won’t have you worrying about any unwanted breaks.
Good Clean Love Almost Naked Organic Personal Lubricant
Good Clean Love’s lubricants are cruelty-free, certified organic and totally edible. Yummy! Another bonus? According to its website, Almost Naked became the first carbon neutral personal lubricant in 2018 — which means for every bottle of Almost Naked purchased, the company donates to a project that reduces greenhouse gases by an amount equivalent to that bottle’s carbon footprint.
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