Sex Tips

We’re entering another month of straight-up transformation, and it starts off a little intense.

February is the stand out month of the year in terms of cosmic activity, and it also happens to be the month of love thanks to Saint Valentine.

Sex isn’t a race – believe it or not, there's no gold medal for coming in five seconds flat! And when you slow things down to explore all your pleasure points, it can take sex (or masturbation) from mechanical to sensational.

Even if you’re playing solo, it's worth knowing what erogenous zones are and how to stimulate them. You might unlock more satisfying orgasms... and know what to ask for next time you’ve got company! In this article, we’ll talk you through all the different erogenous zones and give you tips for teasing each one.

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There are as many anal lubes out there as anal penetration positions: which is to say, quite a few. But finding a good quality one that suits your sex life is absolutely worth the effort.

Whether you’re into classic penis-in-anus penetration, using anal toys, or learning how to use a strap-on as part of your butt play, lube’s got you all the way. Enter: our top five rundown of the best anal lubes out there.

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There are times in life when you might not feel all that sexy. Lots of people take a while to get back into sex after having a baby, for example. Maybe you’ve been ill, injured, or under a lot of stress. Or maybe you’re just too busy and sex isn’t a priority!

Whatever your reasons for not having sex, here are a few non-sex activities you can try with your partner to enjoy intimacy when you’re just not ready for anything more.

Early in your relationship, you promised yourself that your sex life wouldn’t dwindle. Maybe it won’t always be quite so vigorous but it certainly won’t disappear… Remember Sex and The City’s Miranda admitting to a six-month-long dry spell? No, no that’s not going to happen to us.

Fast-forward…

From struggling libidos to low energy, there are myriad reasons for deflated physical intimacy. Many people experience dry spells – and it’s nothing to feel ashamed about.

Keep reading for reassuring research showing yours isn’t the only relationship lacking sex, and actionable advice on how to reignite a sexless relationship.

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Giving great head: it’s a skill worth perfecting. Leaving your partner gasping with pleasure thanks to the expert flick and lick of your tongue never gets old – so we asked Lovehoney office staff and Lovehoney Forum members for their best advice on giving incredible oral sex. Here, you’ll find tips on navigating your lover’s vulva or penis, where the important pleasure points are, and exactly how to tease them with your mouth (and fingers!).

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What’s the hype behind anal? Does penetrating a bumhole really feel as tight and amazing as people say? Do receivers actually enjoy it?

Well… it depends. While all forms of anal sex – think: fingers, tongues, toys and penises – can be pleasurable it’s also not everyone’s cup of tea. Some people can’t get past the rectum aspect of anal, whereas for others, just the taboo of anal gets them going.

Whatever your stance, you’re here because the thought has you shifting in your seat. Read on for the experiences of people who’ve tried anal: the good, the not-so-good, and the downright sexy.

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Next time you’re playing with a vibrator, a dildo, or your fingers, add lube! It instantly creates a smooth, sensual glide, boosting your natural lubrication (or creating a comfortable ‘wetness’ where there wouldn’t usually be any, like during anal sex).

A little goes a long way: just a dash of this stuff is designed to dial up your pleasure, whether you’re using it for masturbation or bringing it into a partnered sex session.

In this guide, you’ll find the very best lubes for a range of steamy situations — and we know they’re the best, because they’ve all been tried and tested by our sex toy reviewers. It’s a (ahem) hard job… but someone’s gotta do it!