So, you want to get your first doll and you want to learn as much as possible without them? But all the terms used in the industry are confusing. Well, that’s simply because not all manufacturers know how to communicate their products. They just give you tables and material names you’ve never heard about. Because of it, you leave a seller’s site more confused than when you first entered it.
Don’t you worry, because we are here to help. The doll industry is not as complex as you might think. In fact, things are easy when someone explains them in simple terms. In the following article, we will discuss the materials of sex dolls. Your two main options are TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer) and Silicone. By reading the following paragraphs, you’ll understand what each material means and which one is more suitable for you. And thanks to that, you’ll know what to buy. It’s that easy!
TPE Feels More Real Than Silicone
While more sensitive, TPE is a more realistic material. Thanks to the softness in the material, your sex doll will feel more realistic. The TPE dolls offer a more “flesh-like” feeling to the touch. At the same time, the material also retains heat, which adds another layer of realism to the touch. In most cases, the heat in TPE dolls comes from your own body heat. So when you cuddle with a TPE doll, it will feel more and more life-like the more time you spend with her. On the other hand, silicone will retain a cold feeling during use. At the same time, TPE dolls are more suitable when you want to upgrade the vaginal, anal, and oral orifices to ones that are heated. This will offer the most realistic penetration experience.
Silicone Sex Dolls Look More Real And Detailed
If you care more about the visual satisfaction than you do about the tactile one, I recommend going for a silicone doll. Silicone is a more resistant material. It can be shaped in more intricate and detailed patterns. The curves will be more pronounced, and the facial traits will be accentuated. Silicone is also a great material for add-ons. Anything from the paint job and the hair-features to makeup will look better on a silicone doll.
Silicone Is For Heavy Use
If you don’t plan on handling your sex doll with care and spending a lot of time cleaning and maintaining it, you should go for the silicone option. Silicone is a lot more resistant. It can take a beating, and it’s not easily stainable or tearable. At the same time, it is more resistant to bodily fluids and corrosion. On the other hand, TPE is prone to absorbing oil. You will need special cleaning products for frequent cleanup processes if you want your doll to retain a fresh look in the long run.
A TPE Sex Doll Is Cheaper
All the disadvantages when it comes to detailing and care of the TPE sex dolls also come with a plus side. TPE dolls are a lot cheaper than silicone ones. The thermoplastic elastomer production has lower costs than silicone. At the same time, it is easier to shape and mold, while silicone dolls require a lot of retouch and attention in the manufacturing process. And while silicone is a great product for realistic detailing, TPE is a material that’s easier to paint.
The Environmental Impact Of Sex Dolls
If you care about the environment and your carbon footprint, then you should know that TPE is recyclable and environmentally friendly, while silicone is non-recyclable. But does that mean you will have to recycle your doll? Not at all. The environmentally friendly nature of the TPE material stems from the production process. On the one hand, the very production of the material has less of a carbon impact than silicone. And then, in the manufacturing process, TPE can be reused. That means if a doll comes out defective, it isn’t thrown out. The TPE can be melted down and used in another product. At the same time, any leftover materials can also be recycled in the same fashion. Silicone is more pretentious and it cannot be reused.
