SENSES WORKING OVERTIME: A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO SENSATION PLAY

Have you ever wished to increase the intensity of your enjoyment? You may enhance your favourite positive feelings and maximize them with our Beginner's Guide to Sensation Play.

What is Sensory Play?

A wide range of sexual acts intended to appeal to one or more of the five senses—taste, smell, touch, sound, and sight—are referred to as sensation play.

Our sexual experiences can eventually be influenced by the information our senses provide about our environment. The deliberate use of or exposure to various sensations to amplify or enhance other elements of erotic play is known as sensation play.

What are Some Popular Forms of Sensation Play?

Temperature Play: As a type of sensation play, temperature play stimulates our tactile senses by turning on the neuroreceptors that tell us whether something is hot or cold. Temperature play can be experimented with in a variety of ways. Wax play, ice play, fire play, and topical products that warm or cool are some of the most common types of temperature play.

EXPERT TIP: Drip candles come in a range of blends, such as soy, which might assist you figure just how hot the candle will burn. When using a drip candle, you should blow out the candle before applying the wax to avoid the wax warming as it moves through the flame.

Impact Play: Impact play is a type of sensation play in which a willing partner's body parts are struck or spanked. Numerous goods are made for this purpose; each has a distinct feel, ranging from thuddy and dull (floggers/paddle) to stingy and sharp (crops/whips).

EXPERT TIP: For exceptionally sharp impact toys like crops and canes, pressing your palm against the skin right after impact can lessen the stinging sensation.

The Kink Stinger Electro Wand

Electro Play: Erotic electrostimulation, or "e-stim," is a sexual practice in which electrical currents are applied to the skin to produce sexual pleasure. Many e-stim items on the market today are not meant to inflict discomfort despite their look. Instead, these items are designed to improve—and, dare we say, electrify—your touch. Standard power sources that can be repurposed for this pleasure include electrical muscle stimulation (EMS/NMES), transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS/TNS), and violet wands.

EXPERT TIP: Using e-stim items below the waist is a fantastic safety precaution for novices and specialists. The head and chest should never be crossed or penetrated by an e-stim current.

Tickle Torture: A common practice in BDSM culture is tickle torture, which involves using tickling to stimulate, relax, control, mistreat, or degrade a partner. Feathers, floggers, Wartenberg Wheels (pinwheels), and chains are frequently utilized to intensify the itchy sensation.

EXPERT TIP: We can tease and touch our companions in various ways. Gargalesis is the name for a heavy, vibrating tickling, while knismesis is the term for a gentle, feather-like touch or graze.

Breath Play: Erotic asphyxiation, often known as breath play, is a sexual practice in which an individual's oxygen supply is cut off by choking, suffocating, or gagging. Limiting blood flow to the brain, which causes dizziness and confusion, is a high-risk practice known as autoerotic asphyxia. We advise pre-negotiating non-verbal clues and safe words to lower the chance of autoerotic-related injuries and fatalities.

EXPERT TIP: Choking can enhance your sexual encounters in a way that is incredibly enjoyable when done correctly. Apply pressure with your fingertips to the arteries surrounding the lymph nodes and the throat. Avoid applying pressure directly to the trachea, windpipe, or Adam's apple!

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Sex Toys: An excellent but frequently misused class of pleasure products, sex toys can be used to enhance the tactile experience. Sex toys are the perfect addition to any sensation play because they are available in a wide range of textures and may be used for various purposes, such as thrusting, suction, and vibration.

EXPERT TIP: Activities aimed at prolonging and enhancing the orgasmic experience include edging and botched orgasms. These activities can be a terrific alternative if you want to explore the world of sensation play but don't want to engage in the acts of spanking and tickling.

Sensory Deprivation: The intentional absence of stimuli to engage and intensify other senses is known as sensory deprivation. Using blindfolds and shackles is a standard and straightforward method of experimenting with sensation play that highlights particular touch styles. Check out our Beginner's Guide to Sexual Restraints to learn about various types of restraints!

How Can I Experiment with Sensation Play?

Do you have any experience using sex toys? You have engaged in a type of sensation play if you have! Whether entirely conscious of it or not, many of us have had some experience with sensation play. It might be simpler to add sensation play into your sexual interactions now that you have a better understanding of what it involves.

One of two methods is frequently used to approach sensory play. Flooding the body with pleasure impulses that we don't have much time to process or interpret is the first method. The second method is to enhance one sense by blocking access to other senses. Both of these approaches have their advantages and are not better than the other.

The 7 Best Adult Sensation Products

Are you prepared to explore the fascinating realm of sensory play? We have compiled some of the top adult pleasure items for novices. Examine these seven entry-level goods that are covered in this post.

Breath Play/Sensory Deprivation

This ball gag with a Rose theme is the ideal addition to make your breath play dreams come true. The Rosegasm Ballgag is made of body-safe, soft, and elastic silicone and is intended to block off the disagreeable scents and odors that come with rubber gags. This adjustable and breathable ball gag has a faux leather strap and metal with gold accents!

Tickle Torture

Use the ostrich feather tickler to tease and tickle your significant other. In the hands of a curious companion, this delightful feather tickler is anything but innocent! Glide this feather over your skin's most sensitive areas using the thin plastic rod.

Temperature Play

Use the Dark Dripper Fetish Candles from the Master Series to add some heat! These paraffin wax candles tapered to produce a precise and concentrated drip pattern, are the ideal foreplay enhancement. This product will melt at a lower temperature than typical candles due to the heat from the flame, giving you all the warmth without the burn!

Sensation Play/Tickle Torture

There are more uses for this timeless set of nipple clamps than you might think. The S&M Chained Nipple Clamps are ideal for exerting pressure on the nipples and other erogenous zones. They can also be dangled over the skin or yanked on to create a variety of enjoyable sensations.

Impact Play

The Heart Effect Paddle was developed by Sex & Mischief for those who wish to make an effect without facing any repercussions. With little impact imprints, the vegan leather's heart design is intended to make a stunning impression on the skin.

Tickle Torture/Temperature Play

Use the Odax Sensation Wheel from the Master Series to push the boundaries of sensitivity play. Run this high-quality spiky wheel over your skin for a thrilling rush of pleasure. The Odax Sensation Wheel, made of stainless steel, is ideal for temperature play. The Odax's slippery substance can be cooled or warmed for an additional sensory boost.

Sensory Deprivation

The Flirt Blindfold is a soft, adjustable blindfold that may be used alone or with a companion. Put this piece over your eyes to amplify your sensations and make your body tremble with anticipation.