When you are looking for inflatable dolls or love dolls in the market, one of the first decisions you need to make is which material you want to use to make your doll. The two most popular materials for sex dolls today are silicone and TPE. These two materials are usually the most popular, because dolls made of these materials not only look very realistic but also provide you with an almost real feeling. However, knowing the pros and cons of both can guide you to make the right decisions that meet your needs.
TPE Sex Dolls.
TPE sex dolls are made from thermoplastic elastomer (TPE), also known as thermoplastic rubber. Thermoplastic elastomers are made from a combination of rubber and plastic and have the properties of both materials. This makes thermoplastic elastomer dolls flexible, non-slip, and shock-absorbing. They are the most popular dolls due to their affordable price.
Pros
TPE sex dolls are much cheaper than silicone dolls because TPE is a much cheaper material to produce while having almost the same properties. They look very realistic and human-like, and their soft, smooth bodies make them easy to manipulate. They also can keep you warm and can be squeezed like a real person due to the elastic characteristics of the TPE material. This material is also odorless and hypoallergenic, which makes it less likely to cause allergic reactions.
Cons
TPE is a looser material than silicone, which makes it easier for liquids to get trapped, and if you don't clean your doll properly, germs and bacteria have a chance to grow. One way to simplify the cleanup process is that, in addition, since thermoplastic elastomer is a mixture of materials, dolls from different manufacturers may feel slightly different.
Silicone sex dolls.
silicon sex dolls are (not surprisingly) made from silicone, a man-made polymer material that has rubbery properties, is heat-resistant, and is available in a variety of forms. It is a versatile material with many properties and uses ranging from kitchen spatulas and baby teethers to breast implants used in cosmetic surgery. Silicone sex dolls have been around for a while and have proven to be the highest quality available.
Pros
Silicone sex dolls are the closest thing to a real person in terms of sexual stimulation, and they feel very real when you touch them. They are slightly more durable than TPE, so your sex doll may not be as delicate. Silicone sex dolls also can keep you warm, giving them a more humanized feel. Silicone dolls are easier to sterilize because the silicone material is non-porous and they rarely cause allergic reactions.
Cons
Silicone sex dolls are the most expensive type of doll because silicone is an expensive material and the technology used in the production process is expensive. Additionally, silicone dolls are heavier and harder than TPE sex dolls because they do not have the elastic ability that TPE possesses.
