Rimming

Rimming

Rimming is when the tongue, lips and teeth are used to stimulate the anal hole. This can be surface stimulation or in depth sensational stimulation. 

Communication is key when it comes to rimming. You can’t just jump right in there as some people like it and others don’t. Other people may not know they like it as they haven’t tried it yet. If you’re afraid to ask someone directly then slowly introduce it into your sexual play to see how they react. You can do this by slowing starting to direct the attention towards your partners anus. If they seem receptive to the ideas then go a little further. If they pull back in disgust then it’s best too avoid it. Start by gently kissing your partners bum cheeks. Then start licking them slowly moving your tongue towards their anal hole. If they’re still receptive give the bum hole a quick lick and judge their reaction. If it’s good then go for it.

You may wish to add extra pleasure to the session by stimulating other areas of your partners body with your hands whilst you rim them.

You can still get STD’s and STI’s from rimming so extra precautions need to be taken. If you don’t know the persons sexual history then I’d advise investing in an oral dam. They fit most tongues and ensures that you remain safe similar to condoms in penetrative sex. 

Before a rimming session make sure you’re clean down there to make the experience more enjoyable for your partner.  You can do a quick surface clean in the shower using a mild soap and water. For a deeper clean use an anal douche. You may also wish to shave the hairs around your anus for extra cleanliness.

Barbara Santini

Barbara is a freelance writer and a sex and relationships adviser at Dimepiece LA and Peaches and Screams. Barbara is involved in various educational initiatives aimed at making sex advice more accessible to everyone and breaking stigmas around sex across various cultural communities. In her spare time, Barbara enjoys trawling through vintage markets in Brick Lane, exploring new places, painting and reading.

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