In recent years, sex dolls have become more and more popular, thanks to their increasingly realistic appearance. However, their disposal has become an important issue. If they are properly disposed of, they can reduce the impact on the environment and can be recycled. So this article is about the environmentally friendly disposal of old dolls.
From: Torso Sex Doll With Head
Brand: WM Doll
1. Understand the materials
As we all know, sex dolls are generally made of silicone and thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) materials.
1.1. Silicone
The characteristic of silicone material is that it is relatively durable. This material supports recycling, provided that you inquire about the corresponding recycling places.
1.2. Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE)
TPE material is very soft and very similar to human skin. Although it provides people with a realistic feeling, like silicone dolls, they are non-biodegradable and quite difficult to recycle.
1.3. Metal and plastic parts
The interior of a sex doll is usually a metal skeleton, which can be recycled if separated from the surface material of the doll, silicone or TPE.
2. Preparation for disposal
In order to be environmentally responsible, proper preparation is required for the disposal of sex dolls.
2.1. Cleaning
Before disposing of the doll, clean the doll thoroughly. Use mild soap and warm water and wait for the moisture on the doll to dry completely.
2.2. Disassembly
If you can remove the metal material inside the doll, it is best to remove it so that it is easier to recycle.
2.3. Removing electronic devices
Some dolls have electronic components inside. If your local area is doing waste sorting, you need to put the electronic waste in the electronic waste bin.
3. Recycling options
Recycling is the most environmentally friendly way to dispose of dolls.
3.1. Silicone recycling
Find a recycling center that can recycle silicone dolls. These centers will reprocess the dolls into new love dolls. If you are not sure, you need to ask your municipality or local recycling center.
3.2. TPE recycling
TPE dolls are more difficult to recycle. Only some specialized facilities recycle TPE, and there are not many such facilities. If you really can't find it, ask the manufacturer or supplier.
3.3. Metal and plastic recycling
The metal inside the doll can be recycled in the normal way, but the recycled metal parts must ensure that there is no silicone or TPE residue on them.
4. Donation and reuse
If your doll looks good, you can also consider donating it. Some people will accept second-hand sex dolls.
4.1. Donation
Check with local educational institutions or art schools to see if they use sex dolls. If you support donation, it is best to clean the doll thoroughly before donating it.
4.2. Reuse
Think about whether there are parts of the doll that can be used, such as some people have made silicone parts into works of art. See if there are places where metal parts can be used in life.
5. Responsible disposal
If it cannot be recycled and cannot be reused, you can do this.
5.1. Local disposal guidelines
Contact your local waste management department to find out how to deal with non-recyclable materials.
5.2. Professional disposal services
There are some service agencies that specialize in adult toys, and these service agencies can do a perfect job of disposing of dolls.
6. Manufacturer's recycling program
Some sex doll manufacturers support the recycling of their dolls, so you just need to contact the manufacturer and ask if there is any service in this regard.
7. Minimize the impact on the environment
Here are some tips from an environmental perspective:
7.1. Choose environmentally friendly products
When you choose to buy a sex doll, ask if the material of the doll is recyclable.
7.2. Lifespan and maintenance
Regular maintenance of the doll can extend the life of the real doll, and try to avoid changing the doll all the time.
7.3. Educate yourself and others
Be sure to be aware of protecting the environment and dispose of your love doll in an environmentally friendly way. You can also share environmentally friendly practices in online communities.
8. Conclusion
If you want to dispose of old sex dolls well, you have to see how the materials used in the dolls can be processed in different ways. You can read the introduction above and do your best to dispose of the doll in an environmentally friendly way as much as possible, so as to reduce the impact on the environment.
