Pee, Please: What No One Taught You About After-Sex Hygiene
Team MyMuse - Apr 25, 2025
Why should you always pee after sex? Here’s what no one taught you about post-intimacy hygiene and how it protects your health.
So, you just had some mind-blowing bedroom fun. Maybe you used your favourite massager. Maybe there was a lot of kissing, touching, grinding, slipping, sliding—or all of the above. Now you’re lying there, all blissed-out, cocooned in the post-pleasure glow. Do you…
A) Fall asleep
B) Reach for snacks
C) Scroll through memes together
D) Pee
The correct answer is definitely D—even if you’re feeling like a very satisfied burrito. Because as unsexy as it sounds, post-play hygiene (especially remembering to pee after sex) is one of the most important things you can do to keep your pleasure zones happy and healthy.
But let’s be real—no one really talked to us about this stuff growing up. Pee after sex? Wiping down properly? Cleaning massagers? Using the right intimate wipes? These things never made it to the Birds & Bees talk, and that’s exactly why it’s time we got real about it now.
Why Peeing After Play is Actually a Power Move
During any kind of intimate activity—be it solo, partnered, or powered by your fave massagers (hello, Link, Breeze, we see you)—you’re introducing a bunch of stuff to your body. We’re talking fingers, mouths, toys, sweat, and sometimes even lube. And all that action creates the perfect chance for bacteria to sneak into places it doesn’t belong.
That’s where pee after sex comes in. Peeing right after helps flush out those little party crashers. It’s especially important for V-owners, where the urinary tract is shorter and closer to the action, making UTIs more likely. But here’s the thing: P-owners benefit from this too. A little hygiene goes a long way, no matter your parts, preventing UTIs and a host of other issues.
Whether it’s a full-on passionate night with your partner, a steamy self-love session, or a little playful power exchange, ending things with a trip to the bathroom to pee after sex can save you from unnecessary discomfort later.
Myths People Still Believe
Let’s bust a few popular myths, shall we?
Myth 1: “Only V-owners need to worry about aftercare.”
Nope. Pleasure zones are delicate for everyone. If you’re using hands, mouths, toys, or body parts, basic aftercare like wiping down and remembering to pee after sex keeps things fresh and lowers the risk of irritation or infections for any body.
Myth 2: “If I didn’t go all the way, I don’t need to pee.”
Even if penetration wasn’t involved, if you were getting handsy, kissing down there, or vibing with your massagers, there's still a chance bacteria got introduced. Pee after sex anyway. Just do it.
Myth 3: “Water and soap are enough to clean up.”
Sometimes you’re too cosy (or lazy—we feel you) to get out of bed and do the full routine. That’s where Swipes come in—gentle, ph-balanced, organic intimate wipes that handle post-play stickiness without disrupting your body’s natural balance. Keep a pack handy, especially for those nights when you're all vibed out from a session.
The Massager Moment
Let’s talk about massagers. These little pleasure powerhouses deserve love, too. But once the lights are dimmed and the Os have happened, cleanup is crucial.
Not only should you pee after sex, but your toys deserve a rinse too. A mild soap or a toy-safe cleanser works great. And don’t forget to get into all the crevices! Then, dry them off and store them in a clean, dry place. Your body and your gadgets will thank you later.
And while we’re at it, lube is your best friend during play (especially with toys), but oil-based lubes like Slick can linger longer. Post-lube cleanup and remembering to pee after sex help avoid irritation, especially in your more sensitive zones.
What a Solid After-Sex Hygiene Routine Looks Like
Let’s break it down:
1. Pee after sex: Within 30 minutes of the deed. After-sex hygiene doesn’t have to be immediate, but don’t wait too long. This helps flush out any bacteria that might’ve gotten in.
2. Wipe smart: V-owners, always wipe from front to back. Everyone, use something gentle like Swipes. They’re made for intimate areas, pH-balanced, and won’t mess with your natural flora and intimate health.
3. Clean your toys: Don’t leave them hanging. Cleaning massagers only requires warm water, mild soap, and air drying.
4. Check in with your body: Are you feeling okay? Any irritation or discomfort? Hygiene isn’t just physical—it’s also about tuning in emotionally after play.
5. Make it a ritual: Add a quick refresh, a sip of water, a stretch, or even a cuddle after your pee-after-sex trip.
Let’s normalise saying it, practising it, and teaching it: pee after sex. Say it out loud if you need to. It's not just a hygiene hack, it's a self-care move. You’ve spent time exploring, connecting, and enjoying your body—don’t skip the part where you take care of it afterwards.
The truth is, whether you’re having steamy partnered play or indulging in some solo magic with toys, what you do afterwards matters just as much as the main event.
By choosing to pee after sex, you’re not just preventing infections—you’re showing your body some post-pleasure gratitude.
Final Thoughts: Because Peeing After Play = Pleasure Wisdom
So the next time you’re lying there, high on dopamine, slick with lube, tangled in sheets—whether you just used a personal massager or had some skin-on-skin magic—remember the golden rule: pee after sex. Then maybe reach for a Swipe, have some water, snuggle up, and bask in the glory of a well-played session.
Your pleasure doesn’t stop at the peak—it continues in how you care for yourself after. And trust us, nothing says "I got me" like the simple decision to pee after sex.
