Due to the increase in people under quarantine for coronavirus, one market has seen a rise in sales.
Sex toys have seen a surge in demand, with the Italians, Americans and Canadians currently leading the global run.
Statistics already show that amidst panic buying, UK sales have increased by 13%, whilst globally Canada has seen a 135% increase, and Italy showing increases of up to 71%.
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Leading men’s wellness platform Manual says: "Dating and coronavirus are not a compatible pair, so singles are driving their attention away from dating apps and more towards how they can pleasure themselves in this time of self-isolation.
"Currently, people around the world are attempting to limit their exposure to others, which includes time away from dating and meeting new love interests.
"We all have sexual needs and, naturally, people are going to find a way to pleasure themselves if they’re not in a relationship.
"Similar to the winter months or during a blackout, romantic partners often use sex as their favourite way to pass the time. For those singles out there that still want to experience sexual pleasure in this time of social distancing, sex toys could be the answer."
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