In the iconic sitcom Friends, Monica humorously highlights the importance of understanding key aspects of intimacy in a scene with Chandler. While intended for laughs, the message remains true—there’s more to a meaningful connection than simply rushing through the motions.
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For those seeking to spice up their experiences while prioritizing safety, take note that foreplay and protection play essential roles! They help foster deeper emotional connections, greater enjoyment, and responsible intimacy. Here’s how these two elements work together to create intimate moments that are both pleasurable and safe.
Foreplay Isn’t a Want, It’s a Need
Foreplay isn’t just the opening act; it creates the perfect mood for you and your partner to enjoy yourselves. Urologist Dr. George Lee says foreplay ramps up arousal and builds that sweet, magnetic connection while getting your body primed for pleasure.
Foreplay can mean different things to different people, too. For some, it’s so satisfying they don’t even make it to the main course!
While “many experts consider 15-20 minutes to be an ideal length of time,” according to Lee when you’re in the moment with your partner, don’t watch the clock—focus on the sparks! As long as you’re both caught up in the bed chem, why hurry?
Whether it’s short and fiery or slow and sensual, letting the rhythm flow naturally is what keeps it exciting.
Spice Things Up By Thinking Outside the Box
To take your pleasurable moments up a notch, Lee suggests adding variety to keep things fresh. Curious about sensual massages, strip dancing, dirty talk, or even role-playing? There’s a lot of options to fit your and your partner’s style! Here are some of the best tips for extra fun foreplay:
- Set the scene – Think of giving your room a romantic aura with glowing candles and soft music. Then, turn up the heat by diving into a steamy read together or enjoying an erotic film to set the mood.
- Be playful – Keep things light and fun, but most importantly, communicate with each other. Nothing spoils the mood more than feeling pressured to keep foreplay “perfect!”
- Build the tension – Foreplay doesn’t have to start just before the main event! Send a flirty text, leave a surprise note, or send a photo (if you know, you know). Little gestures like these are sure to drive your partner wild.
- Relive your relationship’s hottest moments – Try going to one of your old hookup spots and recreating the magic there, or you can also both share past encounters to really turn each other on.
- Massage each other (no, really) – A sensual massage is the perfect recipe to not only relax your mind and body but also warm up any intimate experience!
Aside from these tips, the most common way to enhance sexual experiences is with sex toys. Toys add more fun and, let’s be real, there’s less pressure to “perform” because they’re part of the adventure!
Just remember: staying safe is key, especially when using toys that might move between spots. In those sticky situations, condoms are your ticket to staying safe while still feeling pleasure.
Good thing condom usage has been on the rise! In a survey by the UP Population Institute, it found that 68% of male youth (and 57% of female youth) used protection to prevent STIs and unwanted pregnancies.
Making condoms (and lube) a natural part of foreplay keeps things seamless and even enhances the experience. And this is at the core of Faire’s products, too. It’s the newest Thai condom brand in the Philippines crafted to satisfy every sensation you’re after.
With Faire’s range of condoms, there’s a vibe for every moment:
- Faire Natural (P70/3 pieces) keeps things simple and close with a barely there feel at 0.06mm thin.
- Faire Visa (P70/3 pieces) fits snugly for a thin, fuss-free experience.
- Faire Smart (P80/3 pieces) gives things down there a little dance with a cool peppermint scent.
- Faire Ultima Lite (P95/3 pieces) is practically invisible at only 0.4mm thin for those who want that “I forgot it’s there” feeling!
- Faire Blueberry (P80/3 pieces) brings sweetness for a tasty twist to your routine!
- Faire Strawberry (P80/3 pieces) adds a fruity and more playful touch to the mix.
- Faire Orange Contour (P80/3 pieces) has a zesty orange scent and is perfect for bigger packages.
- Faire Mix (P95/3 pieces) is for texture fans who want leg-shaking pleasure.
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Need a little more? Double your pleasure with Faire Lubricant (P35/piece). This water-based, aloe vera-infused, and fragrance-free lube makes every encounter easily slip into the right place without the hassle of cleanup!
Faire doesn’t just think about your pleasure but of your partner’s, too. Find your ideal Faire sex accessories online at official FAIRE stores on Lazada and Shopee.
