Why Material Matters

A Guide to Medical‑Grade Silicone

By John Thomas Toys

Let’s be honest: when you’re shopping for something that’s going to spend quality time with your body, the material shouldn’t be an afterthought. It should be the main event. At John Thomas Toys, we take material seriously — but that doesn’t mean we can’t have a friendly chat about it.

So grab a cuppa, settle in, and let’s chat about why medical‑grade silicone is the real MVP (Most Valuable Player) of the pleasure world.

 

Not All Silicone Is Created Equal

You’ve probably seen all sorts of labels floating around: “premium silicone,” “food‑grade silicone,” “silky silicone blend,” and other phrases that sound fancy but don’t actually tell you much.

Here’s the truth:
Medical‑grade silicone is the only silicone that’s genuinely designed for long‑term contact with your body.
Everything else is… well, let’s just say it’s not invited to this party.

Why medical‑grade silicone is the star:

• It’s non‑porous, so it doesn’t hide bacteria like a naughty secret.
• It’s hypoallergenic, meaning your body won’t throw a tantrum.
• It’s free from fillers, mystery ingredients, and unpleasant surprises.
• It’s durable, flexible, and built to last.

Food‑grade silicone is great for baking muffins.
Medical‑grade silicone is great for… everything else.

 

Non‑Porous: The Clean Dream

Imagine a sponge. Now imagine that sponge inside your body.
Horrifying, right?

That’s basically what happens when you use porous materials. They trap bacteria, even after washing, and that’s the last thing you want anywhere near your most sensitive areas.

Medical‑grade silicone is smooth, sealed, and non‑porous, which means:

• It cleans easily
• It stays hygienic
• It doesn’t absorb odours
• It doesn’t degrade into a sticky mess

Your body deserves a material that behaves itself.

 

Hypoallergenic: Because Your Skin Has Standards

Your skin is picky — and it should be.
Medical‑grade silicone is gentle, stable, and doesn’t leach chemicals. It’s the kind of material your body would swipe right on.

Inferior materials?
Let’s just say they’re more likely to cause irritation, reactions, or that “why does this feel weird?” moment no one wants.

 

Why This REALLY Matters for Anal Play

Anal tissue is delicate, sensitive, and doesn’t self‑lubricate. That means the stakes are higher, and the material matters even more.

Using inferior materials can lead to:

• Irritation
• Micro‑tears
• Bacterial imbalance
• Difficulty cleaning
• Unwanted discomfort

Medical‑grade silicone keeps things smooth, safe, and stress‑free.
Your backside will thank you.

 

Firmness You Can Trust: Our Shore Ratings

Some companies keep firmness a mystery.
Not us.

We proudly label our silicone firmness levels:

• SR0 – Super soft and squishy
• SR2 – Soft with a bit more oomph
• SR5 – The firmest we offer, still body‑friendly

And that’s it.
We don’t make anything harder because comfort and safety come first.
If you want a brick, you can visit a hardware store.

 

Copper Moulds: Because Precision Matters

We don’t just use great silicone — we shape it with care.

Our copper moulds ensure:

• Even curing
• Consistent density
• No weak spots
• No air bubbles
• A smooth, stable finish

It’s craftsmanship you can feel.

 

The Bottom Line

Material matters because you matter.
At John Thomas Toys, we don’t cut corners, we don’t use vague marketing fluff, and we don’t compromise on safety.

We use medical‑grade silicone because:

• It’s non‑porous
• It’s hypoallergenic
• It’s body‑safe
• It’s perfect for anal play
• It lasts
• It feels fantastic

And honestly?
You deserve nothing less.