Stop Fu*king the Planet.

How about you go fuck yourself? Let’s talk about a sustainable orgasm. The lifespan of our sex toys isn’t something I have ever truly thought about. Yet, a landfill of those stupid disposable bullet vibrators is a horrifying image. As I tried to come up with a topic this week, I tried not to become crushed by the impending doom of our planet. So naturally, I decided to pivot to something a little more fun. . . This week I’ve been looking into sustainable sex toys.  

Recyclable sex toys? Unlike clothes, jewellery and a weird barbie, sex toys aren’t something you can regularly pick up at the thrift. So, it’s hard to think of ways to get off on saving the planet. The vibrators, dildos and various other sex toys have had a bit of a dark history contributing to the pollution of the planet. For example, the UN Population fund estimated a production of ten billion latex condoms and most end up in landfill.  

I know at first it sounds a bit yucky but I’m not talking about second hand toys. Absolutely not. Yet, surely in this age of sustainability, sex toy manufacturers would be moving with the times. 

Turns out I’m right, there are some companies who can deliver those guilt-free Os and reduce the wasteful fuck up of our planet. Here’s what I’ve found from my research so far . . .  

The movement from battery operated plastic toys to rechargeable silicone toys is an obvious extension to the life span of your pleasurable little friends. No more batteries to change and that god awful abrupt end to the fun. Just remember to charge that bad boy which has been made pretty easy now you can get vibrators that have a handy little USB charging cable.  

When you think waste and consumption, the mind drifts to plastic. Many of the sex toys that are made of plastic are difficult to recycle, with a petroleum composition. Those batteries, when disposed of incorrectly, are also extremely bad for planet. Lube is another slippery slope, apparently. The petroleum-based lubes aren’t too good either. So, what’s the alternative? For lube, water-based or organic is a great substitution.  

I have also found a couple companies that are focusing on some more eco-friendly self-gratification alternatives. I’m not saying you have to go old school with a hands-on approach – not a bad idea – but looking into toys that not only last longer but can be recycled when you’ve finished.  

The Natural Love Company offer some products that last. According to their website, they claim that they are “disrupting the sex toy industry with products that last, packaged in plastic-free packaging, and delivered to you with a carbon negative delivery service.” Sounds pretty good. They also aim to minimise plastic and have the toys delivered in a little cotton drawstring bag. Not a bad way to care and store your sex toys. Proper care and storage will help keep these toys out of landfill for longer.  

The Natural Love Company also make vibrators from silicone and glass dildos. Could be a good option if that’s on your list this year. Not only that but they deliver this kick ass line; “Fuck yourself, not the planet.” Honestly, I am yet to try the product, but this line alone sold me.  

I also came across Love Not War, a company who “knows your pleasure is important, but it doesn’t come before the earth.” Their website also explains how they consider every detail down to the ink they use on the packaging, and create vibrators made from recycled aluminium and topped off with silicon. Pushing again that these products are built to last.  

In news a little closer to home, the Adult Toy Mega Store has rolled out its own sustainability minded program. You can actually send back your unwanted sex toys and have them recycled! If you send them your metal or glass toys sterilised and packaged, they’ll take care of the recycling. As a bonus, they’ll send you a $10 credit for some new toys. Win-win if you ask me. All the details are on their website if you are interested.  

So, if you’re buzzing to look after our planet I’d recommend looking into the sustainability of your orgasm. Clearly you don’t need to give up getting off to do so. There is no shame in having a good time, but it would be a shame to see the Earth finish before you do – pun intended. Get up and looking, there are plenty more eco-friendly options out there. There's nothing like some guilt-free self-satisfaction to really put you in the mood. You may just feel better knowing that you’re not fucking the planet by doing it.