From hand-blown glass to the non-toxic and phthalate-free, these six sex toys will hit the green sweet spot in the bedroom.
Scary but true: There's no government regulation on sex toys because officially, sex toys aren?t meant to be used on people—they're 'novelties.' That means neither the Environmental Protection Agency nor the Food and Drug Administration oversee the marketing or manufacturing process of these playthings—which tend to head into an extremely personal place.
To make them soft and flexible, most manufacturers load vibrators and dildos with phthalates—toxic chemical softeners used in PVC. A recent Greenpeace research report yielded the worrisome news that seven out of eight sex toys contains phthalates in concentrations varying from 24 to 51 percent. Talk about killing the mood.
So whether you're using a vibrator or dildo with a partner, multiple partners, or just plain solo, it's up to you to be a diligent, informed consumer in order to avoid pleasure tools chock-full of not so pleasurable chemicals.
For more ways to green up your sex life, check out our guide How to Go Green: Sex. To see an Earth Erotics green sex toy party in action, look no further than GWord.
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Fling Dildo From NobEssence
Hand-sculpted and ergonomic, you could probably leave the Fling Dildo from NobEssence in plain site and pretend its art. At 7 inches long and just shy of 2 inches at its widest part, its inspired by the curve of the human body.
Eco Factor: The phthalates-free Fling is made from sustainably managed exotic hard woods and coated with Lubrosity, the company's own non-toxic wood-compatible medical-grade polymer. Plus, no nasty chemicals or petroleum derivatives here.
G-Spot: You get to pick the hard wood, as well as mix and match styles. For those who mourn the loss of trees (even sustainably-grown ones), additional options include bamboo or palm.
How Much: $140
Image courtesy of Credit NobEssence, Inc.
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Cobalt Ribbed Clear G-spot Dildo From PyreXions
Whether you like it hot or bottom-freezer-cold, the Cobalt Ribbed Clear G-spot Dildo from PyreXions delivers a safe, hypo-allergenic, non-toxic big-O. It can be warmed or cooled to your liking, due to material originally designed for cookware.
Eco Factor: While the majority of toxic toys are made overseas, PyreXion products are made by hand in the U.S., keeping the carbon footprint low.
G-Spot: Don't you hate when everyone has your vibrator? Ok, so even if this doesn't bother you, it won't happen with PyreXions: Each toy is unique, painstakingly made by hand by glass blower and sculptor Aaron Verity.
Where: PyreXions
How Much: $75 including a black velvet drawstring pouch
Image courtesy of PyreXions
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Sally Sea Vibrator From Fun Factory
If you fantasize about mermaids or muscular Poseidons, the frosted blue 9-inch Sally Sea Vibrator From Fun Factory is for you. Haven't experienced the dual-action yet? Well these double-the-pleasure vibrators satisfying two orifices at once are hands-down bestsellers, according to Jasmine at all-green Earth Erotics. This model fits the bill with two motors and variable controls for rotation speed and vibration intensity.
Eco Factor: Made of 100 percent medical grade silicone.
G-Spot: Rotating pearls add extra bang for your buck.
Where: Earth Erotics
How Much: $80
Image courtesy of Earth Erotics
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Sinnflut Rechargeable Vibrator
Fabricated from 100 percent body safe silicone, the 6 inch long by 1.5 inch wide Sinnflut Rechargeable Vibrator gives you long lasting loving: It runs up to two hours once charged. It's also non-porous, durable, easy to clean, odorless, and waterproof, and available in six sultry colors, including intensity ivory and orange peel.
Eco Factor: The Sinnflut is made of 100 percent silicone, and completely rechargeable—meaning no need to keep on replacing batteries that end up in a landfill.
G-Spot: Nine speeds, with three pulsating levels do the job just right, and it is quiet enough the neighbors will never know.
Where: Earth Erotics
How Much: $130
Image courtesy of Earth Erotics
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Alumina Flow Dildo From Tantus
The 9-inch Alumina Flow from Tantus is smooth, sleek, non-porous, and a healthy shade of purple. Each fully functional end—one is slightly wider at 1.5 inches—gives a different sensation, and the pieces are interchangeable with other products in the Alumina series.
Eco Factor: One-hundred percent phthalate-free and hypoallergenic Alumina Flow is made in the U.S. from abundant aluminum, which makes up about 8 percent of the Earth's solid surface.
G-Spot: Tantus recycles all the scraps produced during manufacturing.
Where: Tantus
How Much: $90
Image courtesy of Tantus
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Elise Vibrator From Lelo
The Elise Vibrator from Lelo has such a gorgeous curved design you won't want to hide it under the bed. The twin-engine pleasure points will propel you to new earth-loving heights and it comes with five programmed stimulation modes.
Eco Factor: The hard PC-ABS plastics used by this Swedish manufacturer are FDA- and/or RoHS-approved and silicones are chemically inert, medical-grade elastomers. The soft-touch coating is non-toxic and phthalate-free, and it is rechargeable and battery-free.
G-Spot: Thanks to its high-tech ergonomic design—offered in fruity purple or noir black—it will fit female contours just right.
Where: Holistic Wisdom
How Much: $130
Image courtesy of LELO Inc.
