On mention of the term ‘Erogenous zones’, our minds tend to wander straight to the obvious genitalia regions. However, our skin has a multitude of nerve endings, making the entire body a blank canvas for ample spine-tingling opportunity. From well-known areas to more subtly sensitive ones, each of us have our favourite tried and tested locations. But why not venture out into unfamiliar territory to potential experience next level realms of pleasure? After all, there are so many zones to explore…
The Lower Realms
You may be under the impression that your feet are the last place your partner wants to touch you, but for some, feet can be incredible titillating. For the same reason that foot massages feel so good, relaxing and intimate, they make for a wonderful erogenous zone which should be explored.
Certain spots on the feet, such as heels and toes, are thought to be linked to the genitals, so it’s no wonder that stimulating those areas is often a predecessor to fireworks. Try running a light touch along the sole, not too much unless tickling is their thing. Some people find licking or sucking toes a tremendous turn on.
Your legs are also areas of great erogenous opportunity; the backs of knees in particular are highly sensitive areas due to the thinner skin making the nerve endings more sensitive. Try kissing, licking, tickling and touching to stimulate feelings of anticipation in your partner. Massaging the inner thighs also sends signals to the genitals which stimulate arousal and set the stage for orgasm.
The Upper Meridians
It’s pretty safe to assume you already know what to do with your genitals, however the surrounding areas need also be mastered in order to experience toe-curling pleasure. Applying light pressure to the region directly above the genital area all the way up to the navel along with stroking, licking and generally entertaining the area can really heat things up. Soft swirls around and inside the highly sensitive belly button can also feel really good lead to a buildup of sexual tension. This is thought to originate from the fact that the navel and genitals have common tissue origin in the womb, and this connection can continue after birth. Hence, stimulation of the navel can sometimes be felt in the genitals.
Whilst the nipples are well known (and amply stimulated) erogenous zones in women, men’s nipples are often neglected. Touching, pinching, licking and sucking are very stimulating and can help to bring on orgasm as readily for men as it can for women. Areas to pay specific attention to include the area directly around the areola and the crease under the breast; massage or light stokes can feel euphoric in tender spots such as these.
The Midlands
When it comes to erogenous zones, the more nerve endings the better – simple. What better place on your partner then to stroke, touch and tickle? (It’s even in an easily reachable location so no neck clicking or discomfort in the process – bonus!)
Sensitive nerve endings are packed in all the way from the nape of the neck to the lower arch of the back, meaning initially massaging the larger muscle groups via the shoulder blades to relax your partner and then moving on to tantalizing touches along the spine will send sexy shivers to all the right places.
The pleasure factor is also upped by the fact the receiver can’t see what the giver is doing to them; soft kisses or gentle touches starting at the base of the neck down to your other half’s irresistible lower back dimples is sure to provoke enraptured trembling…
Similar to the legs, arms have areas of thinner skin too, that are ripe for stimulation. The inner bend of the arm at the elbow is highly responsive and therefore a prime spot for soft kisses and tender touch. The thin skin of the wrists and palms, fingers and thumbs make them all places to kiss, touch, massage and even suck for pleasurable results.
The Northern Hemisphere
When it comes to the upper area of your body, there are other sensitive areas aside from the neck. The collarbone for example, especially the clavicle area in the center, can be the perfect spot to send some people into a pleasurable frenzy. Nibbling the soft, thin skin from clavicle to neck to jaw can be especially hot, as many people who have been kissed there can most likely attest to.
Your see, hear and taste senses are obviously strongly connected with your brain and make for great stimulation, therefore it’s no wonder the ears and mouth and even eyelids are all notoriously erotic.
When it comes to ears, spend some time focusing on massaging, licking or even softly biting anywhere from the lobes to the upper edges to start fireworks; they are few things sexier than hot soft breath in your ear.
Your mouth and lips have so many nerve endings, making them one of the most effective erogenous zones. We’re all highly aroused by kisses due to the stimulation of the nerves in the lips and tongue. Put a different spin on traditional French kissing by using tongue flicks, gentle finger caresses and even venture into vampire territory with soft nibbles and bites.
Finally, the eyelids are another unexpected yet hugely effective places to pleasure your partner. The thin skin combined with ample nerve endings make them a great opportunity for stimulation and foreplay. Not only this, but the added element of secrecy and anticipation created due to your partner needing to have their eyes shut whilst the play is going on will only add excitement.
Bonus Area
You may not believe it, but one of the most unexpected yet most effective erogenous zones on the body is in fact the armpit.
We understand if you’re hesitant; the arm pit is often associated with being sweaty, however this is precisely the reason it is such a hot spot… The pheromones in sweat are thought to be highly arousing to the person inhaling it. So not only will you be stimulating your partner by giving their armpit some action, you’ll be exposing yourself to their pheromones, hence turning yourself on, too.
So Much To See And Do
Erogenous zones seem less about specific locations but rather a large global map of desirable places to check out. Each person’s map is slightly different. Some routes may be the same while others may need different path. Don’t be afraid to try them all, go to those corners of the globe you haven’t been to before. Untold treasures might be found there.
