United Kingdom, GBP
United States, USD
Canada, CAD
Australia, AUD
New Zealand, NZD
European Union, EUR
France, EUR
Five Steps to Safe and Satisfying Anal Play
on Mar 3, 2014
Anal play is the one subject that has remained the final frontier for many sexual explorers. A pleasure zone that deserves to be enticed and explored, anal stimulation and penetration can enhance every sexual scenario, for all genders and body types.
Many people enjoy powerful orgasms and truly mind-blowing sensations from anal play. Whether you're experimenting alone or with a partner, all you need is a little prior knowledge and preparation to explore this new dimension of pleasure.
Anal sex should not be painful. If it hurts, let your partner know immediately and slow down, breathe, lubricate. It may be a good idea to try smaller toys or combine other types of stimulation to increase arousal and relaxation.
This entire area is rich in nerve endings eager to receive gentle stimulation from fingers, tongues or toys. Read on to learn more about how to discover these most sensitive of hidden pleasures safely and for pure satisfaction in just five easy steps:
Here are the basics of great anal sex, some of our top anal essentials to get you started, and ideas for anal players of all experience levels:
-
1. Communicate
Try: The Ultimate Guide to Anal Sex for Women 2nd Ed by Tristan Taormino or The Ultimate Guide to Anal Sex for Men by Bill Brent
Begin by talking with your parter about your curiosity for anal stimulation, whether it's giving or receiving. Good sex is all about communication, so it's important to discuss your anal fantasies before diving in.
We recommend having a conversation about anal play away from the bedroom, to help keep the pressure off you both. Start the conversation light and don't feel offended if your lover isn't interested at first or ever. Anal sex is not for everyone, if your partner is unsure of their own interest, you can still explore yourself during solo masturbation.
See more: Better Sex Books
-
2. Prepare
Try: Lovehoney BASICS Anal Douche
Anal sex can get messy, but proper preparation helps you to keep the mess to a minimum. For cleanest entry, use the toilet with the help of an anal douche or enema about an hour before any sort of anal activities.
An anal douche gently deposits water into the rectal cavity, removing feces as the water is expelled. Wash up after and you're ready to play!
Using condoms or gloves during anal play decreases the chance of STI transmission and bacterial build up. Condoms also provide a smooth slick surface and make clean up easy. Black condoms obscure anything that might show up upon removal.
See more: Products for Better Anal Sex
-
3. Lubricate
Try: Wicked Sensual Water-Based Anal Lubricant
Unlike vaginas, the anus does not self-lubricate. This makes anal lubricant a must for experimentation and play. It's important to apply a liberal amount of lubricant to your anal toy, penis and anal opening.
When using condoms, adding a little bit of lube on the inside can add to the wearer's sensation as well. Ease the well lubricated toy, finger, or tip of the penis in slowly. Keep your preferred lubricant near by, ready just in case you need to reapply.
Specially formulated anal lubricants like Maximus, Sliquid Sassy or silicone lubes provide for a slick and smooth rear entry every time.
See more: Anal Lubes
-
4. Start Small
Try: Cupid's Itty Bitty Beginner's Butt Plug
Fingers, anal beads and small butt plugs are a great place to begin. Available in many shapes and sizes, we recommend you start small with textured, beaded or gently tapered plugs.
The shapes of anal toys are often tapered or graduated to allow for easy insertion. Check out the new Lovehoney Get Started Beginner's Anal Kit for toys specifically designed for beginners.
Once well lubricated, gently push the tip of your plug or the smallest anal beads inside you one by one, taking your time, breathing. Stimulate your other erogenous zones at the same time with a small vibrator and enjoy the added sensation.
See more: Beginner's Anal Toys
-
5. Work Your Way Up
Try: Rianne S Jewelled Butt Plug Set (3 Piece)
Many people like to use a butt plug before anal intercourse to gently stretch their opening and make taking a penis or strap-on dildo more comfortable.
Butt plugs can also be worn for longer period for extended stimulation. Wide in the middle with a slim neck and flared base, they remain in place more securely than a straight dildo, although both can slip or be pushed out.
Anal dildos and tools should always have a wide flared base, a T-bar shape, or a very long and easy to hold handle. With patience and lube it's possible to comfortably work up to a large penis or dildo. Start slow, listen to your body and enjoy!
See more: Anal Sex Toys
After giving it a try if you find that anal sex isn't for you, don't force it. Although some people love it, others aren't so keen. Sex is all about feeling good, if something makes you feel uncomfortable don't do it.
There are plenty of ways to enjoy your body and stimulating the anus can be a very intense and orgasmic one with the right preparation and patience.
Still looking for more information about anal sex or the perfect anal toy?
If you're still looking for something to take your backdoor games to the next level, take a look at all of Lovehoney's anal sex toys.
Customer Care can also help you find the perfect anal lube, condoms or sex toy. Send an email any time, and call or live chat to an experienced advisor 7 days a week and 24 hours a day.
You can also tweet to us at @Lovehoney_com.
You may also like:
