Sex Doll Glossary

Part of: How We Review Dolls and Sellers: Methodology and Disclosure

Materials

TPE: thermoplastic elastomer, soft and affordable (guide). Silicone: durable, heat-tolerant, firmer (guide). Hybrid: silicone head on TPE body (guide). Platinum-cure: a silicone cure type (guide). Plasticiser: additive that softens plastics. Phthalate: a family of plasticisers; see body-safe materials.

Body and options

Skeleton: internal frame (guide). Insert: removable orifice sleeve (guide). Implanted hair: hair set into the scalp (guide). Neck system: how the head attaches (guide). Standing feet: feet designed to support standing (guide). Torso, mini, petite: formats (guide). Solid and hollow breasts: see breast options.

Care

Dye transfer: colour from fabric staining the skin (guide). Doll powder: cornstarch-based or talc-free powder to reduce tackiness (guide). Oil bleed: oily film on TPE (guide). Water-based lubricant: the safe default (guide). Mould: growth from trapped moisture (guide).

Buying and shipping

OEM, white label: one factory, many labels (guide). Factory photos: studio images (guide). DDP, DAP, EXW: shipping terms (guide). Customs clearance: import checks and tax (guide). Deposit: advance on a custom order (guide). Chargeback: reversal of a card payment (guide).

AI and tech

LLM: large language model (guide). Animatronic: motorised movement (guide). Retention: how long data is kept (guide).

Index of sections

- Spec comparison note - Brand and factory directory - Price data note - Survey note >> jl=all | See these terms in use on Joy Love Dolls product pages.

Key takeaways

• Terms vary by seller; confirm specifics
• Follow the links for full guides

Frequently asked questions