A rim job can be a great occasional foreplay activity!
Make no mistake about it, analingus (otherwise known as rimming) is the act of orally pleasuring the anus
...whether it’s licking, sucking or kissing. It’s still very much a taboo in some circles. Although it might not be first on your to-do list when it comes to your night-time repertoire, it should be something worthwhile to discuss with your partner(s) before you try oral-anal sex!
So, what exactly is rimming? How can you get the most out of it? And, is analingus safer or less so than other forms of oral sex? We’ve got your questions covered in our analingus guide!
WHAT IS ANALINGUS?
Let’s start simple, what exactly is analingus? Analingus, or rimming, is the act of stimulating your partner’s anus with your mouth or tongue. The anus has a fair few nerve endings, meaning that when it’s stimulated by something smooth and tactile, such as a partner’s tongue or lips, it can create a fairly intense feeling.
A rim job can be more about adding extra levels of pleasure to the sexual experience, as opposed to trying to directly achieve an orgasm. You may find that you can make your partner(s) orgasm with regular oral, but analingus can be seen as part of foreplay. Whilst giving your partner(s) a rim job, you can try using your free hand to stimulate their genitals. This might really elevate their experience. It’s all about play, and what feels good to you and your partner(s).
WHAT DOES RIMMING TASTE LIKE?
You would be forgiven for thinking that it may be unpleasant, based on what the anus is used for on a day-to-day basis, but that simply might not be the case. Preparation is key – along with some basic hygiene!
Having said that, if you really want to try anal rimming but you’re worried about the taste, or your partner(s) want to try giving you some analingus and you are feeling a little self-conscious, a great workaround is to try some flavoured lube with your rimming.
Why not try out our Cheeky Cherry flavoured lube? Before you get down to business simply apply some of our sugar-free, cherry-flavoured lube to your partner’s anus to help any worries. Instead of the skin-like taste, you’ll enter the blissful world of cherry as you pleasure your partner(s).
Our flavoured lubes are also compatible with anal sex. This means that if you are planning an entire night of anal indulgence, and want to include both rimming and anal penetration, it really is that case of one lube fits all!
HOW SAFE IS RIMMING?
Unfortunately, moving away from the genital area does not guarantee you any more safety from an STI perspective. As with regular oral sex, there is also a risk of catching STI’s.
If you have safety concerns, there are many products out there designed to be used for vaginal or anal oral to protect you and your partner(s). These products typically consist of a barrier or ‘dental dam’ to prevent direct contact.
HOW TO PERFORM ANALINGUS
Giving your partner(s) a rim job is not completely dissimilar to giving them regular oral sex. From a hygiene perspective, start by asking them to clean their entire downstairs area. Aside from that, simply get them to lay back and enjoy the ride.
There are loads of great positions to try out for some anal-oral. It’s just important to bear in mind that the anus is a lot lower or further back than the penis or vagina. With this in mind, some of your usual oral sex positions may not work or may need adapting a little.
The great thing about introducing rimming into the equation is that it can be a great precursor to anal sex. Not only can it allow your partner(s) to get more comfortable with anal play, but it may even pique their interest in penetrative anal once they realise how great a little anal tongue action can feel. But, agreeing to rimming shouldn’t be seen as a go-ahead for anal sex. Consent is important – discuss what you’re comfortable with first!
