Non-Porous

What is Non-Porous?

Non-porous means a material has no microscopic surface holes, preventing bacteria, mold, and bodily fluids from being absorbed into the toy's structure.

Why Does Porosity Matter?

Every material used in intimate products sits somewhere on the porosity spectrum. Porous materials -- such as TPE, rubber, and jelly -- contain microscopic surface pores that trap moisture, bacteria, and organic matter no matter how thoroughly you clean them. Over time, these pores harbor biofilm, odors, and potential pathogens. Non-porous materials seal the surface completely at the molecular level. Nothing penetrates, nothing hides, and nothing accumulates. This is the fundamental safety distinction in adult toy materials, and it is why non-porous is synonymous with body-safe in the modern fantasy toy community.

What Are the Non-Porous Materials?

Three material families dominate the non-porous category. Platinum-cure silicone is the gold standard for fantasy toys -- flexible, durable, available in multiple firmness levels, and compatible with water-based lubricants. Borosilicate glass is completely rigid, non-reactive, and compatible with any lubricant type. Stainless steel (typically 304 or 316 medical grade) offers weight, temperature responsiveness, and near-indestructible longevity. All three can be fully sterilized by boiling, bleach solution, or autoclave. This is something no porous material can claim.

How Do You Verify Non-Porosity?

Legitimate non-porous toys carry specific material declarations: '100% platinum-cure silicone,' 'borosilicate glass,' or 'medical-grade stainless steel.' Be cautious of vague marketing terms like 'silicone blend,' 'silicone-like,' or 'body-safe material' without specifics -- these often indicate porous fillers mixed in. A reliable home test for silicone is the flame test: pure silicone chars to white ash and does not melt, while silicone-coated TPE will deform and produce black soot. However, this destroys the toy, so it is best used on suspected counterfeits rather than your prized collection pieces.

How Do You Clean Non-Porous Toys?

The practical advantage of non-porous materials is straightforward sterilization. After each use, wash with warm water and mild soap. For full sterilization, boil silicone or steel toys for 3-5 minutes, or soak in a 10% bleach solution for ten minutes, then rinse thoroughly. Glass can be placed in a dishwasher. Between uses, store toys in individual cloth bags to prevent surface dust accumulation and avoid silicone-to-silicone contact, which can cause bonding over time. Every toy in the LustMonster catalog is crafted from platinum-cure silicone, ensuring genuine non-porous safety across the full collection.