Silicone Dildos - An Investment or Expense?

In addition to their long-lasting and durable nature, silicone dildos are also very easy to use. Unlike cheaper alternatives that will obviously show the marks of ownership, these dildos are made of high-quality materials and are meant for regular use. With proper care, these dildos can last several years, as they are made from high-quality silicone that resists tearing and degradation. Many believe that they are a good investment because of this long-lasting quality. 

Nevertheless, it is very important to keep your silicone dildo in good working order in order to extend its lifespan. In order to maintain the condition of the dildo, regular cleaning, gentle storage, and avoiding direct sunlight as well as extreme temperatures are essential factors to consider. In order to protect yourself from potential problems when owning a rental space, you need to follow certain rules. In the event that proper maintenance is neglected, then wear and tear may occur, which will eventually reduce the value of the dildo and its aesthetic appeal as time passes.

The next aspect of durability comes from significant technological advancements specific to silicone dildos. Many manufacturers are currently offering models with various features; internal heating systems, customizable facial expressions, and to a point artificial intelligence capabilities being some of the more notable examples. These advances improve the user experience considerably, and in certain cases may even prolong the 'longevity' of the dildo itself. More versatile and enjoyable companionship is a direct result of these technological improvements.

Internalizing: The Fun Benefits of a Dildo

Great emotional and mental benefits are derived from owning a silicone dildo. Battling some form of loneliness or social anxiety, people find comfort in them. Companionship (of any and all defined relationships) is provided without the positive and negative complications that real relationships bring. Emotional exploration in a near perfect safe environment is what these dildos allow for. Disenfranchised individuals, small or large in scale, can benefit from this.

On the opposite side, self-exploration and all related forms of sexual expression are facilitated by having a dildo. Desires and/or fantasies people hold can be worked through, judgment free if I may say so. Sexual confidence is one thing that improves as a result. A dildo to me at least, serves a personal development type of purpose - companionship being only one of many possible end goals. b

Caring for a silicone dildo, or simply engaging with it daily, creates a certain type of responsibility and/or care feeling. Growing a bond with a person or not, people will always have to at least partially 'feel' something real to them. Emotional or otherwise, a real life relationship is still a part of us all.

Silicone Dildos: Risks & Challenges

What do you think about silicone dildos and their various pros and cons? One of the biggest worries is dependency. For some people, a strong emotional attachment to a dildo may complicate their real-life relations. This dependence on what is essentially a 'synthetic friend' stunts more numerous forms of individual and subsequent social growth; leaving the person, in the long run, more estranged.

The second hurdle being discrimination and the all too present stigma. Increasing acceptance of all things related to sex toys has done much to alleviate this, but having a dildo still attracts some form of judgment. Feeling embarrassed or simply ashamed of owning them creates that stigma; open conversations regarding the smaller, more helpful aspects dildos can provide are curtailed. Empowerment from at least partial socially ostracized behavior is something some people seek to achieve through these dildos.

On top of the above, silicone dildos can be a quite large investment. The upfront cost may seem reasonable, ongoing costs of upkeep, storage (physical or mental) and any future 'enhancements' will add up. Prospective buyers need to at least consider cost versus all perceived benefits - finances and personal goals should play into the decision to buy.

Tips to Maintain and Care Your Silicone Dildos

Dildos made of silicone require proper maintenance. Cleaning is the first and most basic form of care. Mild soap and warm water will remove bacteria, a near constant build up of old 'patina' from use, and keep the surface of the dildo fresh. Harsh chemicals should never be used.

It is important to dry the dildo well, once it has been cleaned. Leftover moisture can lead to mold or mildew growing within the material; irreparable damage to the dildo itself is a direct result of this. If getting it wet is decided upon, owners should use soft towels to pat it dry and put it in some sort of cool, dry place to air out. Storing it in a protective case or bag is ideal - dust accumulation and all forms of physical damage must be prevented.

Using the more specific care products tailored towards silicone dildos will improve their overall lifespan. These products typically contain silicone oils or very fine powders, keeping the material as 'intentionally lifelike' as possible. Maintaining that certain texture and near-perfect shine is what extends the true life of the dildos; a more enjoyable and (to some degree) realistic use of the item is the end result.

Silicone Dildos - Customization Options

One of the more attractive features of silicone dildos is the near infinite variety of customizable aspects. Manufacturers offer countless features beyond the basic shape and size; tailoring a dildo to personal preferences is almost second nature to many users. Hair color, eye shape, body type (large or small), simple or complex details of skin tone and/or expressions all fall under this broad customization.

Customization does not stop at external features. Internal features are being pushed further and further into reality - multiple articulation sets, weight distribution (real or perceived), heating systems, even pre-programmed 'voice' type interactions. Enjoyment is and will always be, to a large part, a personal experience. Customization, to me at least, is part of that.

The overall satisfaction with the dildo often greatly depends on which customization options are chosen. Prospective purchasers must be methodical in selecting those options that fit their specific hopes and requirements. Understanding what 'earns' well is important; the purchase should not be seen as a simple realization, but an exclusive, near personal investment - one of wishes and all associated forms of happiness.

Silicone Dildos: Are They an Investment? Expert Opinions

The issue of investment value (of any sort) regarding silicone dildos has raised controversies among experts in a multitude of professions - psychology, sociology and to a point economics. Therapeutic uses are frequently suggested; lonely individuals or those suffering from various types of social anxiety can benefit from them. A safe exploration of emotions is what many psychologists highlight as possible, more direct social confidence being a desired end result. The silicon dildo itself can and does pay these emotional dividends.

Sociologists weigh in on the more cultural implications. Disrupting conventional views of companionship is seen by some as a positive outcome, busy modern lifestyles requiring at least partial solutions. Human connections are changing, digital world or not, and silicone dildos (to me at least) fill a currently unmet mental health type of need. Small or large scale, society will always have to find and define what it values.

Economically the market is booming. Demand is increasing, accessories and near all future 'options' will follow suit. Personal or otherwise, I believe we are all going to see a form of value placed on silicone dildos and all that they can and will provide to humanity.

Conclusion

To sum up, the discussion of whether silicone dildos are in fact an investment or an expense can be complicated and complex. On the flip side, there are various emotional and psychological aspects that they simply cannot provide; intimacy being the prime example. People explore this in a more 'secure' space, customization being near infinite and the near lifelike quality they possess making excellent companions (party or otherwise), worthy at least temporarily of the investment moniker.

But in this age of emotional support animals, we must also acknowledge the potential pitfalls of ownership (societal stigma, keeping them costs something, the more near-future possibility of dependency). Adding a silicone dildo to one's collection is not a trivial thing; personal, emotional and to some degree financial capabilities all come into play.

Silicone dildos are a true provocative frontier. Technology and all that it represents, is pushing human connection ever further away from what we once knew as 'natural'. Expense or investment like qualities are secondary to the more fundamental questions of connection we are all trying to find in our lives. Searching for, and defining, that connection is what we as humans will always need to answer.