How to Have Shower Sex...That Doesn’t End in the ER

We’ve got the safety manual that’ll make sure you and your Os are safe.

19 September, 2018
How to Have Shower Sex...That Doesn’t End in the ER

By Julie Vadnal

Steamy air, cascading water, soapy naked bodies gliding against each other. Shower sex sounds incredibly erotic. In reality, the experience can be anything but. First, the close quarters and slick surfaces call for some pretty
awkward manoeuvring. “And then there are the physical dangers, like slipping and falling,” warns US based sex coach Alicia Sinclair. We mean, you’re aching for an orgasm, not an arm cast! All that said, here at Cosmo, we are undaunted by a carnal challenge, so we’ve come up with tips for safely pulling off a wet and wild session...

GET A GRIP

Holding on to your shower curtain as your partner takes you from behind can rip it down, and putting your foot on the slick edge of the tub for a better angle during face-to-face sex is asking for trouble. That’s why adult brand
'Sportsheets’ suction Handle Bar and Foot Rest—made just for wet hookups!—are must-haves, says Emily Morse, host of the Sex With Emily podcast.

BRING A BUDDY

An inconspicuous vibrating loofah (there are plenty of options on amazon.com) can help you lather up and act dirty at the same time. Inside the layers of mesh is a hidden waterproof bullet vibrator. Have your partner work it all over your body, stopping at hot spots such as your nipples and clitoris for an X-rated thrill.

LIGHT IT UP

Most bathroom lighting is harsh and unflattering—the opposite of mood setting. If you have a tub or a glass shower door, consider dimming or killing the overheads and lining your countertop with scented candles for a sensual and sexy glow, suggests Alicia.

FEEL EVEN WETTER

Getting water in your privates can actually dry them out, making sex uncomfortable. Reach for a silicone lube, which is made for shower play and keeps the action slidey and glidey (but first, put down non-slip mat on the shower floor.

RUB-A-DUB-DUB

Take turns giving each other a scalp massage with shampoo. Then move on to full-body stroking with a fragrance-free shower gel or soap that won’t mess with your vagina’s pH levels.

CUSHION THE BLOW

A washcloth is not only an ideal accessory with which to rub each other down, but it’s also a great cushion for your knees. Lay a few on the floor of your shower (or use a bath towel) when you’re going down on your guy, or if you’re doing it doggie-style.

 

This article was originally published in the July 2018 issue of Cosmopolitan India.

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