Selfcare & Sexual Wellness

Next toy generation: WOOD

It’s a thing!
Bioplastic toys are being reinvented, and everything is going green!

Until now, sex toys were largely made of plastic and silicone, some of them even having included in their components phthalates.

But not anymore! Sex toy companies are quickly readapting their product lines to respond to environmental issues, now offering their premium products in greener, recyclable, and sometimes even biodegradable materials.

In the lead-up to World Environment Day on June 5, why not choose a more natural accessory for helping you reach the height of pleasure?

Taking care of yourself care be seen in a positive way, but it can be seen even better if you do it in an environmentally friendly way.
Due to the pollution intensity, like other industries such as fashion and cosmetics, sex toy companies are rethinking their production models in order to reduce their impact on the environment.
Until now, erotic toys have been made on a large scale of plastic and silicone, and components have even included phthalates — those polluting materials and chemical compounds that can, on top of it all, be sources of allergies and other irritations. And that’s before we even talk about the batteries that need to be replaced regularly — or not — depending on the use of the toy.

Such observations have prompted many brands in this domain to reinvent themselves and unveil greener alternatives. Not content with offering safer devices since last fall thanks to the introduction of the first international standard dedicated to sex toys — ISO 3533 — manufacturers are also betting on materials that are much more respectful of the planet.
So what better way to respect our environment than to make wooden sex toys?
The idea may seem a bit scary, but in fact, wood is an ideal alternative to plastic when it comes to combining pleasure and sustainability.
And they have been made since 2010 by Thierry, a carpenter from Vosges, France, with wood from the famous forests of his region.
As weird as it may sound to you, this idea is a winner among the fans around the world. No chemical substances, no plastic, and definitely no battery: these sex toys allow users to reach pure bliss without harming the planet, and at a lower cost! Right now, you can find two different companies in France that make these green sex toys from local wood, and the prices are low at both of them.

There is another alternative to wood, since not everyone is comfortable using wooden erotic toys, and that is BIOPLASTIC, which the manufacturers find eco-friendly also.
And bioplastic, while some may not see it as such a green material, appears to be the most popular solution among industry players.
Womanizer is one of the brands in the news in recent months with the launch last year of its very first eco-friendly sex toy, Premium Eco. This pulsating air clitoral stimulator was designed from biodegradable Biolene, a material developed by the brand, composed of corn starch. And the intimate accessory can also be easily recycled since it can be completely dismantled.

Many other brands of adult accessories are now banking on bioplastics, such as Blush Novelties, which offers an eco-friendly version of its Gaia sex toy with Biofeel, a starch-based bioplastic that is both recyclable and biodegradable, or Natural Pleasure, which offers a vibrator made of recycled bio-sourced plastics, except for the motor, housed in a package made of recycled cardboard and paper.
Meanwhile, Ohhcean has worked on a whole range of sex toys made from plastic collected in the oceans. Help reach the ultimate pleasure while cleaning up the planet… Two birds with one stone, in short. In partnership with Tide Ocean (#tide), a company specialized in upcycling, the brand already offers three vibrating intimate accessories that provide pleasure without polluting Mother Nature.
Initiatives that prove that sexual bliss can be perfectly compatible with respect for the environment. A green revolution that probably most of the consumers are waiting for! Read more articles here

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Le Shaw: Byborg Enterprises Unveils Visionary Leaders to Revolutionize Sexual Health Research

LUXEMBOURG, December 6, 2023 — Byborg Enterprises SA proudly announces the appointment of not one, but two distinguished leaders to spearhead its groundbreaking International Sexual Health and Wellness Research Institute. In addition to the industry
luminary Bobbi Bidochka, Dr. Simon Dubé has been named Scientific Director, bringing his expertise in psychology, groundbreaking research in human sexuality, erobotics, and space sexology.

The newly appointed Director of the International Sexual Health and Wellness Research Institute, Bobbi Bidochka, renowned for her multifaceted background spanning academia, business, venture capital, and the SexTech industry, brings unparalleled experience to the role. As the co-chair of The Academic Congress on Love and Sex with Robots and the author of “Sexual Intelligence in Business,” Bobbi is a force of innovation in the field.

Bobbi Bidochka holds a graduate degree in Sex Sociology from the University of Ottawa, and her commitment to transforming public perceptions surrounding Sexual Health and Wellness has been unwavering throughout her career. Recognized as a sex-positive feminist, Bobbi is dedicated to driving positive change in society through open and objective discussions about sexuality.

Dr. Dubé, with a Ph.D. in Psychology from Concordia University and a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Kinsey Institute, is renowned for his pioneering contributions to the fields of human sexuality and beyond. His leadership ethos, fostering innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and championing diversity and inclusion, aligns seamlessly with Byborg’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of research in sexual health and wellness.

As Scientific Director, Dr. Dubé will lead collaborations with world-class researchers, focusing on the exploration of sextech, sex work, and sexology. His appointment marks an exciting new chapter in Byborg’s journey, promising a future of groundbreaking discoveries and advancements in the realm of sexual health.

Julianna Adam, Managing Director Operations of Le Shaw’s parent company, Byborg Enterprises SA, expressed enthusiasm about the appointments: “Bobbi’s credentials and history are truly impressive and a great fit for us. We are thrilled to have her and Dr. Dubé spearhead our new Sexual Health and Wellness Institute. Their knowledge and expertise will prove invaluable in helping us reach our goals and provide exceptional care and support to our community.”

Byborg Enterprises SA has recently launched its first-of-its-kind research center, dedicated to merging academic research, in-depth studies, empirical data, and independent funding. In collaboration with prestigious organizations such as the Kinsey Institute, Le Shaw aims to provide objective research that challenges societal norms and removes the social stigma surrounding sexual health topics.

The organization’s main goal is to lead conversations on sensitive questions related to sexuality openly and objectively, directing the discourse towards a more informed, data and science centric, sex-positive world.

For further information, please contact:
Bobbi Bidochka
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About Byborg Enterprises:
Byborg Enterprises SA is a premium online entertainment company that is redefining
the future of human interaction and reshaping digital relationships through innovative
technology. Our company was founded with a global mindset, aimed at reaching every
corner of the world. With over 40 million monthly users of our streaming and
technology products, we enable people to interact with each other 24/7.

Selfcare & Sexual Wellness

Sex Toys: A Hidden Source of Toxic Microplastics

A recent study reveals that sex toys are a significant yet overlooked source of microplastics and phthalates, potentially harmful to users. This discovery underscores the need for stricter regulation in the sex toy industry to ensure consumer safety, especially given the intimate nature of these products.

Highlights:

Sex toys release harmful microplastics.
High levels of toxic phthalates were found.
Urgent need for industry regulation.

A new study has brought to light an unexpected source of microplastics and phthalates: sex toys. These findings have raised concerns due to the intimate use of these products and the potential health risks they pose. This revelation calls for increased regulation of the sex toy industry to protect consumers.

Microplastics, tiny plastic debris from consumer and industrial waste, have been found everywhere, from remote mountaintops to ocean depths. Linked to various health issues, their pervasive presence is alarming. Researchers from Duke and Appalachian State universities have now identified sex toys as a personal source of these microplastics.

The researchers found that sex toys can degrade into microplastics and contain phthalates, chemicals linked to health concerns. Despite the taboo surrounding sex in some cultures, the global sex toy market has been growing and is expected to surpass $80 billion by 2030. With such widespread use, consumer safety is paramount, particularly as these products are often used internally.

The study focused on the potential exposure of Americans to hazardous materials through sex toys, posing significant health risks. Four types of sex toys were analyzed: a dual vibrator, an external vibrator, anal beads, and an anal toy. These were tested for nano- and microplastic release using an abrasion machine, which mimics wear and tear.

The findings revealed that the anal toy released the most microplastics, followed by the anal beads, the dual vibrator, and the external vibrator. Spectroscopy identified different materials in each toy, including polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) analysis showed high concentrations of phthalates in all toys, with some exceeding the US Consumer Product Safety Commission’s limits for children’s toys.

Phthalates are known endocrine disruptors, impacting pregnancy outcomes, child growth, development, and reproductive systems. While children are more susceptible, adults are not immune to these effects. However, research on phthalates’ impact on adults is limited.

This study doesn’t claim to be a comprehensive risk assessment of sex toys but aims to demonstrate the potential for exposure to hazardous substances. It highlights the need for stricter regulation in the sex toy industry, which is often misclassified by the CPSC and exempt from regulation. The researchers advocate for more studies, including tests with bodily fluids and realistic abrasion, to understand the transport and impact of these harmful substances.

The study’s authors will discuss their findings at the 2023 Society for Risk Analysis Annual Conference, hoping to inspire further research and regulatory action. The study was published in the journal Microplastics and Nanoplastics.

Selfcare & Sexual Wellness

Speaker’s Past LGBTQ+ Remarks Ignite Backlash

Mike Johnson, the recently elected Speaker of the House, has been known to express strong anti-LGBTQ+ sentiments. Back in 2004, when he was 51, he wrote in a local newspaper from his hometown in Shreveport, Louisiana, that homosexuality was a sign of impending societal disorder and “sexual anarchy.”

CNN uncovered these writings where Johnson depicted homosexuality as “inherently unnatural” and a “dangerous lifestyle” that posed a threat to the democratic fabric of society. He suggested that personal moral judgments, if made outside a common standard, could lead to chaos.

Further writings from 2005 reveal Johnson’s resistance to including sexual orientation and gender identity as protected categories in Shreveport’s anti-discrimination employment policies. He argued that these were lifestyle choices, not intrinsic qualities like race or sex, and should not warrant special legal protection.

Before joining politics, Johnson, as a lawyer, was actively involved in cases against LGBTQ+ rights. He worked with the Alliance Defense Fund (now Alliance Defending Freedom – ADF), a Christian legal group focused on preserving religious freedom and traditional values. The ADF was labeled by the Southern Poverty Law Center as an anti-LGBTQ+ hate group due to their extremist views and actions, such as supporting the criminalization of consensual LGBTQ+ relationships and the forced sterilization of transgender individuals.

While at the ADF, Johnson opposed the Lawrence v. Texas Supreme Court decision, which invalidated laws against consensual same-sex activities, fearing it would pave the way for the legalization of same-sex marriage – a change that came to pass despite his efforts.

Additionally, Johnson was involved in organizing events opposing anti-gay discrimination protests in schools and established a legal non-profit to champion religious liberty cases.

Since becoming a congressman, Johnson has continued his stance against LGBTQ+ rights, including opposing same-sex marriage legislation and attempting to reverse the Supreme Court’s decision that legalized it.

Now as House Speaker, Johnson’s position gives him considerable power over the legislative process, potentially impacting President Joe Biden’s administration and furthering the Republican Party’s objectives.

Johnson’s office has not commented on these reports.