Sex Toy Purchases Surpass 1 Billion, American Men Are More Kinky Than Before – Instinct Magazine
We know what gay people were doing during the COVID-19 pandemic! Mens Health recently reported that “1 in 3 American men are more kinky now than before Covid.” Add to that news station KPVI which published a report which said, “The online sex toy market is expected to grow by $5.74 billion between 2019 and 2024.”
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Certain factors are contributing to the growth of the sex toys market. The growing visibility of the queer community is one of them. As the world changes and evolves, the LGBTQ community has become more widely accepted. Times have changed, people have changed. The ease and availability of online shopping – anonymously – is also cited as a major influence. No need to wear a hat and sunglasses to sneak in The Pleasure Chest buy one more dildo. As previously reported by KPVI,
“The growing LGBT population in developed countries and the rapid growth of e-commerce in the APAC region will provide immense growth opportunities for the online sex toys market. Additionally, market trends such as an increase in the innovative product marketing are likely to emerge as one of the key market drivers.
Justin Lehmiller, Ph.D., a researcher at the Kinsey Institute echoes the notion of a changing world by saying, “What’s ‘taboo’ is going to be different now than it was before.” the men’s health the adviser also thinks,
“When we’re stressed, it’s often harder to feel desire or stay in the moment because our minds are distracted and wandering. Trying something new can create that immersive experience that keeps us in the moment and heightens sexual arousal.
The 1,229 people surveyed by Men’s Health were also asked about open relationships. Defined as ethical non-monogamous relationships (ENM), respondents “who adopted ENM during the pandemic report increased sexual and romantic satisfaction.” 
I think I need to step up my sex game! What about you Instinctors, do any of these stats ring true for you? Sound off in the comments below!
Sources: Men’s Health, KPVI