The couples who are always trying to make the next experience better than the last rarely are bored, nor do they end up finding themselves in a sexual rut. And the third? Not being proactively intentional about bringing all five senses into the bedroom (or wherever they choose to do it). Indeed, something that makes sex top-notch is the fact that there are super sensual ways to incorporate sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch to it.
So, letâs do this. Letâs explore five ways for each of the five senses to be stimulated in such a way that sex with your partner wonât just be âgoodâ â itâll truly be unforgettable!
SIGHT
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Write a sex note. Itâs probably that Iâm a words of affirmation person that I wrote articles for the site like âEvery Woman Should Write A Love Letter To Themselvesâ and âWhy Writing Love Letters Is A Surefire Way To Revive Your Marriage.â Either way, there are plenty of studies out here to support the fact that your handwriting reveals a lot about your personality. For instance, outgoing personalities tend to use bigger letters while shy folks use smaller ones, and the more legible your signature is, the more confident you tend to be (illegible speaks to being more private).
Anyway, itâs thoughtful, seductive, and it reveals a very personal side of you to handwrite a sex note to your partner. It can be a story, a memory, or a fantasy. Mail it to them (even if you live together), and put it in one of their office drawers or even under their pillow. Allow them to see you in this kind of creative light.
Text a super up close or blurry pic. Speaking of seduction, no matter how many times your partner has seen you naked, there are approaches you can take that will make it feel like itâs the first time. One is to take a super close shot of a body part and ask them to guess what it is. Another is to take a super blurry one and add a message that only they will understand. Itâs gonna be hella intriguing either way.
Use candlelight. If youâre someone who would prefer to have sex in the dark while your partner wants the lights on, the compromise is to go with candlelight. Itâs romantic. Itâs body flattering. And, if you go with some scented soy (soy burns longer) candles like jasmine, vanilla, or patchouli, the candles will create an aphrodisiac atmosphere too.
Incorporate each otherâs favorite colors. Something else that Iâm a fan of is color psychology (check out âUnderstanding Color Psychology Will Sharpen Your Lens On Lifeâ). Not only do different colors represent different things (and can affect your mood in different ways), but wearing your favorite color can make you feel better about yourself, while wearing your partnerâs favorite color can entice them all the more. Definitely, something to keep in mind as youâre out here doing some lingerie shopping (whenâs the last time you did that, by the way?).
Maintain eye contact. In almost any context, maintaining eye contact with people is important. Business Insider once published an article stating that eye contact cultivates attraction, maintains a level of honesty, helps you to be more memorable, and can even make it possible for two people to fall in love. Pretty sure you can see why I added this to the âsightâ list. Eye contact during sex is EVERYTHING.
HEARING
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Verbalize, in explicit detail, what you want to do to your partner. Wanna do some sex pregaming? Give your partner a preview of whatâs to come by calling them out of nowhere to talk about all of the things you want to do the next time the two of you are intimate. It will definitely pique their curiosity. Plus, this is a great workaround for people who struggle with dirty talk (a tip: donât overthink it; your tone of voice matters more than your actual words anyway. No, seriously.).
Play nature-based ASMR sounds. If youâre someone who likes to listen to music or sounds of nature during sex (more on that in a sec), it might surprise you to know that you enjoy something thatâs a low-key sexual fetish. Itâs called auralism, and itâs all about being aroused via sound. As far as nature sounds (like rain, ocean waves, wind, etc.) go, science says that hearing them helps to reduce stress, decrease pain, and it can also put you in a way better mood.
So, the next time that youâre trying to create some ambiance go to YouTube and find some nature sounds (many of them run on a loop for hours on end). Itâs an unsung hack that can make a world of difference as far as your sex life is concerned.
Whisper. Speaking of ASMR, did you know that sounds like whispering can create a literal âbrain orgasmâ without you even laying a hand on your partner? Itâs relaxing. Itâs seductive. It triggers euphoric sensations. Just thought I would put that out there.
Moan. Recently, while listening to the extended mix of the throwback R&B group Introâs âCome Inside,â I was trying to figure out how people can âfake moanâ and make it sound at least semi-convincing.
Anyway, if you want to heighten both your and your partnerâs sense of hearing when it comes to sexual intimacy, moaning is gonna get the job done. In fact, according to science, moaning creates vibrations throughout the body that can intensify sex and orgasms. Plus, itâs a way to let your partner know that they are meeting your sexual needs.
So, if youâre a loud moaner, awesome (check out âEver Wonder What The Sounds You Make During Sex Mean?â when you get a chance). If youâre self-conscious about doing it, remember that youâve got science to back up giving it a shot ASAP.
Praise your partner.I once read that whenever someone receives a compliment, it activates the same part of their brain as receiving money (no joke). That said, I canât think of any person who would ever get tired of receiving genuine praise for their sexual performance. So, before, during, and after the deed is done, be intentional about verbally affirming your partner for the things that you thoroughly enjoyed. Watch them âreturn the favorâ once you do.
SMELL
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Put his favorite scent on your pressure points. The article âFeelin' On These Pressure Points Will Give You The Best Sex Of Your Lifeâ is all about certain parts on your and your partnerâs bodies that can intensify sexual pleasure whenever they are touched. That said, imagine how much more exhilarating the touches will feel if your partner gets to smell his favorite scent in those very spots.
Out of the five senses, smell doesnât get nearly as much attention â oh, but it should, considering the fact that various smells connect us to certain emotions and memories. Not only that but studies say that those who have a stronger sense of smell ultimately have better sex lives too.
Apply essential oils to your bedding. Keeping what I just said in mind, when was the last time that you sprinkled some essential oils on your bedding? Personally, I prefer essential oils to perfume or cologne because they are good for your health, and the quality brands, tend to last much longer. And when it comes to sex specifically, thereâs something about rolling around in aphrodisiac-based smelling sheets that really is a perfect touch (check out â8 Natural Aphrodisiac Scents, Where They Go & How To Make Them Lastâ).
Add fresh flower petals to your bed too. Roses have had a long-standing and pretty solid reputation for being an aphrodisiac scent too. Not only that, but some people even eat rose petals because they are loaded with antioxidants. Personally, I like the soft and feminine scent that fresh rose petals provide along with how great they feel on my skin. Get all of these benefits by sprinkling some fresh rose petals on your bed. You can never go wrong by doing so.
Add an aphrodisiac scent to your hair. A few years back, I penned an article for the site entitled, âContrary To Popular Assumption, Black Women LOVE Getting Their Hair Pulled During Sexâ â and you know what? It really is the icing on the cake for your hair to smell absolutely amazing as he does it. So, whether itâs perfume, cologne, or an essential oil, donât forget to spray or rub some onto your tresses. Whew, chile.
Put some lavender and pumpkin oil in between your thighs. I will forever shout through the proverbial bullhorn that studies say that the combination of lavender and pumpkin oil can increase the speed of a manâs erection by a whopping 40 percent! Definitely, something to keep in mind if youâve got a partner who battles a bit with erectile dysfunction or youâre someone who enjoys immediate penetration following being on the receiving end of oral sex.
Dab a bit of the combo in between your thighs and just watch â well, feel â what happens! (By the way, you can purchase a roll-on combo of two fragrances at an affordable price by going here.)
TASTE
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Get some honey dust. Back in my more active days (LOL), I took a hack from Valerie Malone via Beverly Hills, 90210, when she told one of her partners that she applies honey dust to her skin so that he could lick it off. Letâs just say that if you try it, youâll be in for a wild ride. You can cop some for yourself here.
Experiment with some âsex condiments.â Along these same lines, one time I was working with a couple who both wanted a bit of assistance without making giving oral sex less awkward. I shot them the article, "12 âSex Condimentsâ That Can Make Coitus Even More...Deliciousâ that I once penned. Why?
Basically, sometimes it can seem a bit intimidating to take in natural body fluids. One way to make it less overwhelming is to âmaskâ the tastes with ones that are more familiar such as frosting, chocolate syrup, or even condensed milk.
Suck on some mint candy. Even though Iâve actually read that consuming mint can lower a manâs testosterone levels and ultimately his sex drive, if you gargle some mint mouthwash or suck on a mint prior to performing fellatio, the menthol can feel hella exhilarating for him and make his orgasms even more memorable. Hey, but you ainât gotta take my word for it. A couple of years ago, some mints called Flintts were taking oral sex activity by storm, chile: âWhat the Heck Are These Oral Sex Mints All Over TikTok?â.
Play around with nutmeg and cloves. Whether you decide to make a dessert with nutmeg and cloves, drink some tea with these spices sprinkled in, or you come up with some other creative way to incorporate them into your plans for the evening, nutmeg is a solid libido-booster and cloves increase energy levels and blood flow (including to your genital region) as well as increases your body temperature. Whereâs your spice rack at?
DIY some dried figs. There is nothing wrong with bringing food into the bedroom. That said, next time, how about some figs? Visually, they are a fruit thatâs actually used to symbolize the vagina; plus, the amino acids in them help to relax the blood vessels in your body, so that blood is able to flow freely through you and your partnerâs genitalia. You can get a ton of dried fig recipes here.
TOUCH
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Wear silk lingerie. Even though lace has quite the reputation when it comes to lingerie, a fabric that deserves a lot more attention is silk. Itâs soft. Itâs luxurious. And, by many, itâs considered to be the most sensual fabric there is. Also, on the practical side, silk can help to reduce hot flashes, improve your quality of sleep, help to prevent yeast infections, and improve the appearance and feel of your skin. All worthwhile selling points to keep in mind for the next time youâre picking up a teddy or baby doll ensemble.
Twist your wrist during fellatio. I enjoy Black web series. One from back in the day that I will rewatch from time to time is called Diary of a Cheating Man. In episode two, (the character) Cory gives away a fellatio hack that I can personally vouch for.
If youâre someone who is a bit skittish about giving head, something that can take some of the mouth pressure off is to use your hands more. Apply an edible lubricant and then twist your wrist clockwise and counterclockwise as youâre gently moving up and down his shaft. That way, you donât have to do quite as much sucking (if thatâs not your thing; do lick, though), and he wonât feel (quite so) gypped because of it.
Use your tongue where you would put your hands. I recently read an article (entitled âThe Human Tongue Can Help Blind People 'See' The World. Here's Howâ) that said, âThe brain can allocate tactile attention on the surface of the tongue in the same way as the hands or other modes of attention.â If you add to this the fact that, although the tongue is not the strongest muscle in the body, it is, most definitely one of the most flexible, and you add to that how warm and wet it is â it will only benefit you and your partner to substitute your tongue for your hands during foreplayâŚdonât ya think?
Play with each otherâs belly buttons. One of the best ways to keep your partner intrigued is to not always go for the âpredictableâ body parts. For instance, whenâs the last time that the two of you played around with each otherâs belly buttons? The belly button has multiple nerve endings, itâs a fun way to tease your partner during foreplay, and itâs not uncommon for women to feel clitoral stimulation whenever that area of their body is caressed in any way. So, why not kiss, massage, or use your fingers to play around with the belly button during sexual activity? You both may be pleasantly surprised by the sensation that it creates.
Kiss during afterplay. One more. A question that I get asked fairly often is what can increase a womanâs chances of having multiple orgasms. There are several. One of them is to kiss during afterplay (which is basically foreplay after having sex). There is a lot of intel in these streets (check out âWanna Climax More? KISS MORE.â) that cosigns on the fact that kissing is extremely stimulating.
So, even though few things top spooning naked and taking a nap after getting in a round of romping, an immediate â as they used to say it back in the day â make-out session following your first orgasm can definitely put you on the path to experiencing a second one. Try it. How could you â and all of your senses â not like it? Enjoy!
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