Traditional African waist beads:

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It is perfectly fine to bathe, shower, swim, exercise, and have intercourse in. Traditional African waist beads are strung on cotton string. Once tied on securely they become an intimate extension of you, and you do everything in them. Just be mindful not to yank on them while pulling your cloths on and off. 

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Made to order waist beads:

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The more simple made to order waist bead styles are also perfectly fine to bathe, shower, swim, exercise, and have intercourse in. Over time any gold or metal components on the waist beads will become less shinny. Be mindful not to yank on them while pulling your cloths on and off.