SEX DOLLS GUIDE for 2024
We know it can be a big decision to become a sex doll owner. So we want to make sure you know everything you need to know about buying, owning, and maintaining your sex doll.
This guide will introduce you to the amazing world of sex doll ownership, and we hope to answer any questions you may have.
Sex Dolls Become More and More Popular
Over the past few years, the production of sex dolls and the corresponding sex doll technology has advanced and developed. Sex dolls are nothing new. In the old 17th century, Dutch sailors spent with them months at sea. This once quite extravagant and expensive toy now even has the ability to speak and engage in conversation, so great has been this technological advancement.
With the progress of society, most people's minds are becoming increasingly open, leading to a higher acceptance of sex dolls. Sex dolls come in various styles to cater to different preferences, providing unprecedented pleasure and satisfaction. In the presence of their beloved dolls, people can confront their innermost desires without the need to navigate complex interpersonal relationships or shoulder a series of responsibilities.
When a sex doll accompanies you, you don’t need to feel any psychological burden, either by choice or by necessity. You get to explore your sexual fantasies privately and keep your own secrets. A beautiful doll cannot judge or reject you. It is not uncommon for doll owners seeking to satisfy their need for companionship to end up owning several different dolls. Multiple ownership allows you to interact with dolls of different genders, just as you can date different women or men at will.
In some cases, people play with their sex dolls in a variety of ways—with their wives, girlfriends, or other partners.
Some love doll collectors or owners collect love dolls in order to collect an art form. This usually involves dressing up the love doll and posing for photographs. Some love doll owners like to have their dolls photographed with a romantic element of lovemaking. Others, by contrast, prefer to photograph their love dolls individually in a variety of clothing styles, uniforms, and fantasy costumes.
Overall, sex dolls provide a way for individuals to fulfill their sexual desires and fantasies in a safe and controlled manner. More and more people are beginning to collect sex dolls, even considering them indispensable companions.
How Does it Feel to Have Sex with A Sex Doll?
When you have sex with a beautiful lifelike sex doll made of high-quality, feminine soft silicone or TPE, her pleasure is just as real. When you’re truly immersed in it, you’ll enjoy the physical and emotional release that sex with a real woman usually provides. The same applies whether you’re male or female and whether you’re using a boy or a girl. The only thing missing is your emotional connection in a real sex experience.
Your needs will only be truly fulfilled when you explore the sexuality of dolls that look lifelike and feel real. To further enhance the real-life experience, some custom sex dolls can be customized with realistic tattoos and/or bikini lines, breathable ribcage, sensory touch, moaning and heat recognition, and possibly extragenital structures such as the hymen, all a potential enhancement.
Elements of Buying A Sex Doll
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Price
A high-quality sex doll costs around $599-$3,000. You can comprehensively consider your own needs from the doll material (silicon or TPE) and doll height, so as to choose a love doll at a reasonable and affordable price.
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Weight
Moving or lifting a heavy sex doll can present you with considerable physical challenges and may even cause irreversible damage to you. For first-time buyers, 30-35kg is the ideal weight for your sex doll.
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Sex dolls style you want
We have different types of sex dolls to choose from, such as full body and half body, European and American styles, Japanese and Korean styles, black styles and other different styles. Everyone can find their favorite sex dolls according to their own needs.
Anime Sex Dolls – Anime sex dolls or manga dolls are popular these days. These anime love dolls can be a big hit with men. You can enjoy role-playing with her. This is a great way to experience fantasies and explore your inner feelings. Anime sex dolls come in different sizes. Some of them are even life-size and some are small like 60 or 100cm.
Male Sex Dolls – Some people might believe that only men are capable of enjoying female sex dolls. Well, this isn’t true at all. In fact, there are also many gay and bisexual men who enjoy male sex dolls, as well as women, are enjoying riding male sex dolls. If you love men, you should consider having a male sex doll because you will be able to enjoy it more. You will also be able to explore different things that you can do with him.
Sex Doll Torsos – Sex doll torsos are love dolls without legs, which are perfect for travelers or those who are interested in seeing exotic places. They are so light and compact that they make traveling much easier. For example, if you are planning a vacation, you might get tired of walking around with your usual sex doll, and instead take one of a sex doll torso with you.
Elf Sex Dolls – Elf sex dolls are sex dolls with elf ears. they are the romantic fairy characters from mythology that have angelic beauty and hominoid appearance. Elf sex dolls are the perfect sex partners because they can fulfill your fantasies perfectly.
TPE VS Silicone - What's the Difference?
When buying a sex doll, the material determines 90% of the feel and sensation. Because of this, it is important to fully consider which material to choose, TPE or silicone. Let’s start by understanding both materials.
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Pros & Cons of TPE sex dolls
TPE stands for thermoplastic elastomer, also known as thermoplastic rubber. It is made from a mixture of polymers. It can be stretched up to 5.5 times its length. These properties contribute to its softness and suppleness. TPE is also a fairly popular material for everyday objects, as it can be used to create items with rubber-like properties.
Pros:
- More affordable
When making TPE sex dolls, two components are mixed, a thermoplastic and an elastomer. Since these materials respond well to injection molding, mass production is efficient and maximized. Because of these efficiencies, the cost reduction makes the doll cheaper.
- Softer
TPE is a soft and stretchy blend that provides a very realistic touch. Therefore, it is softer compared to silicone.
- Thermal stability
Thanks to cutting-edge technology, some modern sex dolls are equipped with heated sensors that replicate actual human skin temperature.
- Flexibility for free sex position
Given the unique properties of TPE, the breasts and hips will naturally wiggle and move as the doll moves back and forth. In terms of sex position, the TPE is more elastic, making the doll more flexible to handle a wider range of sexual positions.
- Safe
The TPE material is safe for everyone because it does not contain harmful chemicals that can cause allergic reactions. Feel free to kiss your sex doll and hug her.
Cons:
- More sensitive to stains
TPE is a porous material. It is susceptible to stains on clothes, as the stains on clothes can seep into the pores. We suggest washing the clothes clean before putting them on the doll.If staining occurs, a stain remover can be purchased.
- Frequent Maintenance
Another disadvantage of porosity is its ability to hold moisture in the form of moisture. This makes the doll prone to mold. And the surface of the doll’s body will seep oil. To avoid this, the doll must be thoroughly dried after cleaning, and use talcum powder after drying.
- More sensitive to heat
In the worst case, TPE will begin to lose its consistency or melt when it reaches 104ºF (40ºC). Therefore, we recommend not to heat the doll for a long time, nor to use the heating blanket continuously at high temperatures. Just stay away from the fire with your doll!
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Pros and Cons of silicone sex dolls
Silicone is classified as a thermosetting material. Unlike TPE, its shape and quality are fixed once it has been cured.
A major advantage of silicone is that it is pressure-resistant, which means that it retains its shape even under extreme pressure. In addition, it is very heat resistant, making it able to withstand boiling and sterilization. Given these qualities, it is used in a wide range of applications such as lubricants, pharmaceuticals, glues, cookware, etc.
It is highly inert, as it does not react with most chemicals, which makes it medically safe for use as an implant.
Pros:
- Hyper-realistic appearance
Silicone sex dolls have a better real look compared to TPE dolls due to the sturdiness of the silicone material.
- Easy to clean
Due to their non-porous nature, silicone sex dolls are much easier to clean and disinfect than TPE sex dolls. They can be disinfected without the fear of liquids leaking into the skin and causing damage.
- Insensitive to heat
Given that it is a thermosetting material, its initial curing phase is not dependent on cooling, which makes it significantly less sensitive to heat-induced deformation when subjected to heat. You can even enjoy a warm bath with her.
- Non-staining
Unlike TPE, silicone is non-porous and therefore resistant to clothing stains. Silicone love dolls are much easier to clean.
- Low maintenance
Silicone dolls retain their shape better and require less maintenance because of their stain-resistant value and non-compressible skin properties. However, you will need to clean their anus and vagina after use.
Cons:
- More expensive
Generally, silicone sex dolls cost more than TPE dolls.
- Less flexible
Compared to TPE dolls, silicone sex dolls are less flexible. It is not easy to move their arms and legs freely, making them more rigid to use. The hips and breasts do not jiggle when the silicone doll is rocked back and forth. Therefore, the sexual experience of silicone dolls is not much better than TPE.
TPE VS Silicone - Which is Better for You?
In short, if you are trying out dolls for the first time, you don’t have a big budget and you like to experiment with different sexual positions, then TPE dolls are the perfect choice for you. It feels very realistic to the touch and is flexible enough to adapt to a wide range of sexual positions.
If you prefer a more realistic face, make-up, and skin texture and are able to treat your doll like a work of art, then silicone is a perfect choice.
In addition, many love doll enthusiasts choose to purchase TPE body & silicone heads. This is a better and more cost-effective solution, and it can also achieve different satisfaction by replacing different doll heads.
Frankly speaking, there is no best material, only the best choice. Whatever material you choose, it can bring you joy and satisfaction.
Sex Doll Customization Options
Heads – Most sex dolls are designed with interchangeable heads and bodies so you can also enjoy the intimacy and accompany of different dolls. Once you become a multi-doll owner, you can mix and match your sex doll’s head and body to enhance your sexual experience. You can also buy an extra doll head if you want multiple doll heads for one body.
Skeletons – Most sex doll manufacturers now offer the latest upgraded skeletons so that you can make your doll pose in any way you want during use.
Eye Color – The eye color of a sex doll is an important feature as the eyes enhance your first impression of the doll’s face. Everyone has a natural preference. Different love doll manufacturers have different eye choices, most offer blue, green, brown, purple etc.
Nails – Most manufacturers offer French nails. If you are not happy with the color of your doll’s nails, you can purchase your own human fake nails and change them yourself for your doll.
Wigs/implants – We have many wig styles for you to choose from. If you want your doll’s head to look more realistic, you can also choose a implanted-hair doll head.
Nipple color/areola – Some people prefer pink nipples and areolas on real dolls, others prefer brown areolas.
Breasts – hollow breasts, jelly breasts, solid breasts. If you want your doll’s breasts to jiggle more attractively, jelly breasts are definitely the better choice. However, TPE dolls with too large breasts filled with jelly breasts run the risk of sagging and shipping explosions, so please choose carefully.
Vaginas – Removable Insert-vagina is easier to clean, while a built-in vagina brings you a more realistic sexual experience.
Labia Color – Sex doll labia can be darkened, lightened and added definition to the most intimate areas of your sex doll.
Standing feet – To let your love doll stand upright, she/he needs to be bolted to the feet. The latest technology allows some silicone sex dolls to stand straight up without screws (only available on some silicone doll brands).
Pubic hair – Just like the implants on the head of a sex doll, pubic hair can also be implanted. Alternatively, you can choose removable patch hair so you can change the color and style of the pubic hair at any time.
Articulated fingers – Unlike the old wire fingers, the upgraded fingers allow for more realistic gestures.
Movable jaw – Some sex doll manufacturers offer a movable jaw to give the doll an open-mouth expression, making your love doll look very cute and appealing.
Heating – While regular USB heaters only heat up the doll’s holes (mouth, vagina and anus), the full body heating feature is built into the doll’s body and heats up 70% of the doll’s body. Buying a heating blanket is also a good option if you are not able to add the heating option to your doll for some reason.
Moaning – Sex dolls that moan a lot will also add some excitement to your sex, which will bring more fun into your sex life.
How to Clean Your Sex Doll?
Cleaning your doll is obviously important. During routine maintenance, you should make sure that your doll stays fresh and clean. We suggest cleaning the doll every 2-4 weeks. While it may seem like the doll should be cleaned after every use, this may actually slowly degrade the material, causing skin tears and other problems.
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Cleaning the doll body
Cleaning the body of a sex doll is very simple. Depending on how often you use your doll, we recommend cleaning every 14 days to avoid bacteria buildup on the doll and to help prolong the doll’s life. You make everything ready as follows.
- Antibacterial soap
- Water
- Talcum powder (baby powder)
- Light sponge
- Absorbent towel
The process is very similar to cleaning yourself. You can choose to give your doll a bath or submerge your doll in the bathtub. If you are going to put your doll in the shower, be sure not to let the neck or head get too wet (this helps avoid further complications such as rusty neck screws).It's best to remove the head first and clean it separately.
Simply wash the doll lightly and thoroughly with antibacterial soap and a lightweight sponge, making sure not to apply too much pressure.
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Clean the doll holes (vagina, anus, and mouth)
You can clean a doll’s vagina, anus, and mouth in the tub or shower while the doll is lying down. You can also take the doll out of the tub or shower and lay her on her side, which will expose the vagina and anus. Then follow these steps:
1.Grab a small piece of sponge with medical forceps and apply warm water and antibacterial soap to the sponge, making sure to apply thoroughly.
2.Push the sponge into the vagina or anus and use forceps to move it around the orifice until it is completely clean.
3.Remove the sponge, rinse with lukewarm water, and repeat steps 1 and 2 again.
4.Using the forceps again, grab a second dry sponge, insert it into the vagina and anus, remove most of the water, and take it out.
5.Wrap a strong paper towel around the end of the pliers, then place them inside the hole again, making the inside as dry as possible finally.
6.After the doll dries, apply talcum powder to the outside of the vagina and anus.
7.The doll’s mouth should be easier to clean, and it can also be done as above.
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Clean doll face
Remove the head from the body and remove the wig from the head.
- Gently wipe the face with a warm sponge with antibacterial soap. Pay special attention to the eyes and lashes so you don’t get them wet.
- Then use a dry towel to absorb the moisture of the face, then let it sit for an hour to dry naturally.
- It is very important not to immerse the head of the doll in water at any time. Otherwise, water may get in your doll’s head!
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Cleaning doll wig
Cleaning a wig is very easy. Let's prepare the following things first:
- mild shampoo
- mild conditioner
- comb
Remove the doll’s wig and wash it thoroughly with shampoo and conditioner. After thoroughly cleaning the wig, allow it to dry naturally. You may want to buy a wig stand to make things easier and speed up the process. Once the wig is dry, lightly comb through the hair.
Your doll should now be clean inside and out.
How to Dress Up Your Sex Doll
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Dress the sex doll / choose clothes
Many sex doll owners like to buy fashionable clothes for their love dolls. They like to treat their sex dolls like a real woman by spoiling them with a closet full of beautiful designer clothes. You may want to dress your doll in a beautiful Chinese cheongsam to show off her curvy figure, or perhaps you are more partial to a different style of bikini that is hot and sexy.
No matter how realistic your sex doll looks, she still has a body like a mannequin. Until you learn to dress a life-size adult doll, you may need to rough up your sex doll in order to push, pull and dress her. The more you practice, the better you will know how to undress and dress your doll efficiently.
- Before you try to dress your love doll, brush your sex doll’s skin with powder to prevent stickiness.
- Be aware of any sharp edges on clothing or accessories as they can easily scratch or cut the skin of your sex doll.
- Make sure to wash all clothes before putting them on the doll. New, unwashed clothes contain dyes that will stain your doll. Make sure to wash the doll’s clothes several times to remove any dye from the fabric. Note: Some clothes can still stain your doll after washing. It is best to perform a short test on a TPE sample.
- Dark clothes will stain your doll easier even after washing. It is best to avoid dark clothing altogether, but if necessary, please try to shorten the wearing time as much as possible. Or wearing a light-colored undershirt for the doll first. Try testing the garment on a piece of TPE or part of a doll, such as the top of the head, to see if it has stains.
- Avoid wearing tight clothing. Dress your sex doll in clothing that is appropriate for her body type. Squeezing her into tight clothing can leave dents or scratches on your doll. If necessary, remove the head of your sex doll before dressing and limit the wearing time.
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Makeup for a sex doll
All high-quality sex dolls come with professional makeup that beautifully defines and enhances their stunning ultra-realistic facial features.
If you want to further beautify your sex doll or create a completely different look by using cosmetics, we recommend choosing mineral-based products that allow you to gradually build color and definition. Conventional cosmetic brands with high pigment content may stain the TPE or silicone skin of your sex doll, causing deep smudging.
To remove makeup from your doll’s face, use a makeup remover and a soft, fiber-free cloth to gently wipe. You can also use a TPE-safe foam cleaner to wash it off.
Avoid vigorous rubbing as this may cause the face makeup to come off! To improve the experience of sex doll owners, some manufacturers are now exploring the use of permanent ink for aesthetic details, which means that the doll’s face and body makeup are permanent and cannot be easily erased. This invention is already being used on some silicone dolls.
If you want your sex doll to wear fashionable earrings and other jewelry accessories, you can do DIY piercings. Using a thin thread or needle, carefully pierce the doll’s skin. Do not use the tip of a knife or any other sharp tool. Once the earrings are in place, be extra careful when handling your sex doll so that they don’t pull and cause the ears to break. You can also pierce the belly button and nipples of your sex doll.
Sex Doll Maintenance
If you find that your doll is not soft enough, you can apply a little mineral oil.
- Clean the doll first
- After the doll is completely dry, massage the doll with oil.
- After the oil is fully absorbed, powder the doll with baby powder.
Some people recommend rubbing powder at least once a month and applying oil every few months. However, please do this carefully depending on how many times you use the doll. Don’t overdo!
TPE material naturally bleeds oil Over time, so oiling your doll will help replenish the natural oils. TPE material can also become sticky over time, especially after washing, so powder helps prevent sticking and prevents your doll from turning into a vacuum cleaner.
Note: With the development of technology, some dolls no longer need oiling.
How to Store and Hide Sex Dolls?
If you store your sex doll improperly, it is likely to permanently damage your doll. Here are some common ways for doll owners to store their dolls.
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Lying on your bed
This is not the best way to keep dolls. But it may increase the convenience of the sex doll owner. You can hide your doll under a blanket or clothing. This might work for you if you can make room on your bed,. This is a free way to keep the doll close to you and avoid unwanted attention at the same time.
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Sex doll hanger rack
Doll hangers are not the most private way to keep dolls, but they are the most convenient option. Remove the head and hang the body in an upright position so it doesn’t touch any surfaces.
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Storage box
If you are ordering an adult sex doll with a storage box, it is recommended to take an unboxing video. This will help you recall and arrange the doll correctly in case you find it difficult to adjust after use. You can keep the original factory-packing carton, the foam, and any protective stuff for later!
For those who need confidential storage, you can buy a lockable sofa box or flight case. It looks like a storage case for a guitar or audio equipment. The wheels and locks are heavy. Nobody will open it!
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Hanging in the closet
If you have access to a closet, you can hang your doll effortlessly. Hanging is by far the most efficient and cost-effective way to store your doll. You’ve probably seen how all the sex doll factories hang their dolls.
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Under the bed
If none of the above alternatives work, you should try hiding your sex doll under the bed. It’s a private space, so you won’t find anyone looking for anything under the bed like in a closet. You can also purchase a bed with a storage box to properly hide your sex doll.
Regardless of the storage method you use, beware:
- A long fixed pose means stretching the TPE / silicone for too long, which can lead to deformation or tearing of the body. So you should change the position of the doll and not let the doll stay in the same action for several weeks. The love doll should be placed in its neutral position, do not store your doll with its limbs twisted.
- You must place some soft padding or foam (preferred) to protect your doll’s back and feet. If it is placed on a hard floor, the doll’s back or feet may get hurt over time.
- Please make sure there are no sharp objects around the doll to prevent your doll from getting hurt.
- Please make sure the clothes or blankets you wear for the doll are light-colored to prevent staining.
- Store the sex doll away from direct sunlight to avoid damage and discoloration. Keep the doll at a standard temperature and in a dry place. Bathrooms, garages, and other storage locations that may become damp or moldy should be avoided.
- We do not recommend that you store your love doll by making it stand even if your doll is equipped with standing feet. The sex doll’s leg joints will break due to standing for a long time.
The Future of Sex Dolls
To have an ultra-realistic experience with an artificial companion, people who own dolls obviously want life-like interaction that includes movement, personality, and conversation. There are high hopes that sex dolls of the future will not only provide sexual functions, communication, and entertainment, but will also be able to replicate human movement, personality, and emotion in a manner that takes your breath away.
The sex doll industry keeps innovating in order to improve user experience. Next decade we’ll be seeing many technological advancements in the materials, design, weight, flexibility, and mobility.