For whatever reasons people have, there is a lot of nonsense talked about sex toys in Australia and around the world. The majority of the most pervasive myths surrounding sex toys and their use comes from people who have either never used sex toys, or who secretly do but wish to divert others with misinformation. It’s time to set the record straight and get some accurate information out there about these amazing objects.

Myth #1: Sex Toys are Cheap, Vulgar and Shabby

Nothing could be further from the truth! Anyone who genuinely believes that the realm of sex toys is just full of cheap, nasty and shoddy plastic has clearly never seen the modern and cutting-edge lines of posh adult toys that emerge from the world’s top brands and producers.

Manufacturers are increasingly using more sophisticated materials including soft-touch items that are more comfortable and even more stimulating to use on one’s body. On top of that, realism is also improving, with the texture and feel of many sex toys getting closer and closer to the feel of the real thing.

Myth #2: Sex Toys Are Just for Women and Gay Men

Whoever says this also has no idea how much straight men can gain from using sex toys, and especially from using couples’ sex toys. Not everything in the world of sex toys is meant to penetrate, guys, so if that’s the main obstacle you’re trying to overcome, then fear not.

It’s understandable that some straight men are wary of toys that are designed to go inside the body as it may make them uncomfortable or even insecure. However, there’s plenty to go around.

Instead, straight guys can look into items like masturbation cups or blowjob simulators that offer stimulation to the penis that can be more intense than anything they’re used to. From this foundation, guys can then feel more secure and start to explore other options.

Myth #3: Sex Toys Are for Those Who Can’t Perform

This is another myth that particularly prevents men from getting into sex toy use. Men feel that if the other person in their life is using a sex toy for pleasure, then it means that they are failing to offer enough satisfaction. Why would he or she get something like a vibrator if they have you, right?

Well, guys, it’s firstly important to remember that it’s not all about you. Second, most women would much rather get the pleasure of both their favourite toy and you together at the same time if at all possible.

Myth #4: Sex Toys Are Designed to Replace a Partner

This myth is related to the previous one, in many ways. Women are sometimes criticized for buying sex toys, with people accusing them of replacing a partner in their life with a toy.

This really couldn’t be further from the truth. The majority of sex toys are made with the purpose of allowing one person to better stimulate their romantic partner. Beyond that, they are also meant to provide couples with an exciting avenue through which to explore the sexual side of their relationship.

So, sex toys in reality are meant to bring couples closer together.

Myth #5: Sex Toys Ruin Regular Sex for Women

If you’ve ever heard that women can’t get off after having enjoyed the company of a sex toy for too long, you couldn’t be more wrong. First off, sex toys are meant to enhance the pleasure of sex for both women and men, not to render any other human useless.

It doesn’t mean no one can function without toys moving forward, just that everyone involved can feel a little more heightened and enlightened about sex in general.