One of the most potentially powerful yet often overlooked erogenous zones, the nipples can be a wonderful world of untapped pleasure. With more than 800 nerve endings, they can incite just as much arousal as any genital on the block. So while needless to say they put the “tit” in titillating, the fact of the matter is our breasts, unfortunately, don’t always get the sensual spotlight they deserve.

And for how much attention they attract, it’s astounding how little we tend to actually know about them. But luckily it’s time that busty buck stops here! There’s a lot more to this dynamic duo than just making us look (and feel) great:

They can be orgasm-inducing.

Ah yes, the elusive nipplegasm. A concept that may not be applicable to everyone, but when it is—it’s amazing. Whether kissing, licking, sucking or clamping does the trick, nippleplay done right can release enough oxytocin into the brain to orgasm from it alone. Like anything else, it usually takes time to get in the swing of what feels best to you (or your partner), but once you tune into the right stimulating techniques, foreplay may never be the same again.

No two are alike.

Just like snowflakes, no two nipples are exactly the same. Experts say there are about eight different types in general; and for some people they’re super sensitive, while for others a good caress couldn’t be less productive. Sometimes they’re big and dark, other times they’re small, light-colored and possibly inverted. Your left and right ones most likely aren’t even the same size either…

They’re the first to develop.

Of course our human form makes its debut at birth, but in reality, you and your nips go back even farther. They develop before any other sex organs in the body, which is why both men and women have them ahead of any other sexual differentiation setting in.

The piercing process can be gnarly.

Even though nipple piercings can be equal parts alluring and super painful, they also tend to take a surprisingly long time to completely heal. According to several experts, it can be as long as three to six months (and sometimes even longer), with avoidance of other risks like infection and scarring important to keep in mind along the way as well.

Different strokes for different folks.

As is usually the case when it comes to body image, the “ideal” appearance of nipples greatly varies from culture to culture. In some countries, darker coloring is a huge turn on, whereas in other places like Japan special makeup designed for pink-ening them is all the rage.

More than two isn’t unheard of.

The world is no stranger to third nipple jokes, but extra nips (AKA supernumerary nipples) aren’t actually the most uncommon thing. While developing in the womb multiple nipples have a way of popping up along the two milk lines that run throughout our torso. Often times these spots disappear before we’re born, but for some they never do. And while it’s hard to know any definitive figures of how widespread it for sure is, some studies have estimated upwards of six percent of people have at least one extra. Just ask Harry Styles.

They’re also the same distance apart as your earlobes.

What can we say other than who knew?!

So if nippleplay is totally up your alley, keep these fun facts in your back pocket while exploring this uniquely erogenous world. Whether it’s lube, icy balm, toys or just a good old-fashioned fondle that seals the deal, paying attention to breasts can be a great way to spice up your seductive endeavors. And besides, isn’t it about time they finally get a fair share of the love, too?

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If you play with nipples just so, you can signal all the same marvelous parts of the brain as the genitals do when they’re aroused. You can even trigger orgasms (for some lucky women). Nipples contain more than 800 sensitive nerve endings, and nippleplay can release the happy hormone, oxytocin, making these headlights a go-to erogenous zone for incredible sensual pleasure.

But how to play?

Some like licking, but can’t stand biting or sucking. Others like rougher play, like clamps, flicking or flogging. Some deem nipples a straight-up no touch zone—and that’s OK. Open communication and experimentation is key.

If you enjoy having your nipples played with, and find the possibility of nipplegasm intriguing, below I’ve included some wonderful pleasure techniques to request from your lover. I’m sure they’ll be happy to oblige:

Use breath. Get close and breathe hot breath across the nipples. Add a sloppy lick of saliva for the wetness then blow on them, which’ll then feel cool and breezy.

Light, gentle fingertip touches. With a feather or light touch, and some saliva, glide up and over nipples, then circle around the areola.

Focus on one nipple at a time. Incorporate a massage on one breast while stimulating the nipple with the other hand. The longer you focus on one nipple at a time, the more likely the elusive nipplegasm will be achieved.

Kiss, lick, and suck with your mouth. Make out with the nipples like you’re giving a french kiss. Wiggle your tongue quickly back and forth. Lap it like dog kisses. Suck each nipple alternatively while massaging the other with your hand and watch your lover become overwhelmed with pleasure.

Slowly drip or drizzle hot candle wax on nipples. Pouring warm wax on the nipples sends waves of intense pleasure straight to your southern region, as the nerves in your nipples are connected to your other erogenous zones. This is why some women can even be triggered to orgasm when breastfeeding.

And here’s some other quick tricks sure to surprise n’ please your lover:

• Flick the nipples for a hurt-so-good rush, or slap them with a flogger
• Tap slowly and quickly, or use a vibrator to achieve the same effect
• Gently squeeze nipples in mini pulses
• Roll the nipple back and forth gently between the fingers
• Gently tug and release, then try a squeeze, twist and release

Things to add that can help achieve nipplegasm:

• Add tasty treats to the mix like syrup, whipped cream, honey, and melted chocolate. Or use a fun lickable nipple product like Nip Zip Ice Balm – Strawberry Mint.
• Nipple toys like the T-Cups Nipple Suction Duo or the NipplePlay Vibrating Suckers offer added sensations to send your lover over the edge.
• Nipple jewelry like the non-piercing Chandelier or “Squeeze Please” Nipple Jewels add fun and playfulness, as well as provide some breathtaking eye-candy during playtime.
• Flavored lube can be the right scent to get her feeling saucy. My own glycerine and paraben-free, water-based formula, Slippery Kitty – Strawberry is popular for women who have an erotic affinity to the strawberry scent.
• The Tickle-Time Feather is a light, lovely joy to have brushed across your breasts—and your entire body!

There are many fun and exciting ways to explore nippleplay. Toys, candle wax, lubricant, and a willing partner are great to have, but all you really need is an open mind and some nipples. From there, just go at your own pace to blissfully navigate what’s right for you and those two magical erogenous zones that drive everyone wild.

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Although nipple clamps might seem pretty self-explanatory (nipples: meet clamps, etc.), to get the most pleasurable experience with them, you’ve gotta know your stuff. Here, Dr. Carol Queen, PhD; Carmel Jones, a sex and relationships expert; and Dr. Sadie Allison, Sexologist and author of Tickle Your Fancy–A Woman’s Guide to Sexual Self-Pleasure, break down everything you need to know about this lo-fi but still highly stimulating sex toy:

1. The feeling isn’t one-size-fits-all. As Jones explains, clamps attach directly to the nipple and increase sensation by clamping down and forcing out the blood flow from the nipple, similar to the feeling of being pinched. Jones says the resulting feeling from the pinch feels dull, almost numb. However, depending on the type of clamp, you can experiment with the intensity of the clamping and/or the slack of the nipple chain, if there is one.

2. They’re good for multitasking. Yes, nipple clamps are great on their own, but as Dr. Queen previously has pointed out, they’re also great for hands-free nipple play. Investing in a pair means you or your partner can focus on other things, like oral sex or bringing different toys into the mix.

3. They’re very popular in the BDSM and kink communities. Although the sensation of a nipple clamp might not be for everyone, it would feel “exciting and intense,” rather than painful, for someone into BDSM.

4. But that doesn’t mean their usage is limited just to the BDSM and kink communities. Jones advises people looking to try out clamps that they shouldn’t be misled into thinking that the toy is exclusively BDSM. “They’re more widely used than you’d think,” she says, and suggests doing more research with an open mind.

5. There are many types of clamps. You can choose from clover, alligator, tweezer, vibrator, and vibrating tweezer hybrids. Clover clamps are usually metallic, and their default pressure is moderate, not light. You can increase the intensity by tugging on the chain and pulling together the clamps’ tips.

Alligator clamps are also metallic, but you adjust the pressure by loosening or tightening the screws at the tips. Most of these have rubber tips, though some might have “teeth” under the rubber to increase intensity. Jones says these are usually a bit harder to use for newbies when it comes to adjusting.

Tweezer clamps literally look like tweezers and often are attached by a chain. These also have rubber tips and usually have small metal rings around the arms to adjust pressure. They’re the most popular, because they’re the easiest to use.

6. For beginners, you can’t go wrong with tweezer clamps or tweezer-vibrator hybrids. Jones says tweezers are the best for beginners, as they’re easiest to use. They’re mild, easily adjustable, and a great “dip your toes” introduction into the wonderful world of nipple clamps. If you wanna ball out and get tweezer ones that vibrate for extra stimulation, even better.

7. They don’t have to be used just on the nipples. “They’re clamps, after all,” says Jones. “The nipple is the ideal place to use them, but if it’s a tweezer nipple clamp, for instance, it can easily double as a clit clamp.” Just make sure you’re not leaving them on for so long that you begin to feel uncomfortable.

8. They’re just as great during foreplay as they are during sex. Clamps are versatile enough that their usage is totally up to you. The idea is to keep the nipples constantly stimulated, as they’re often only paid slight attention to during foreplay and forgotten entirely during sex.

9. You’ll probably want to adjust them during play. “When pressure fluctuates, the blood flow changes, and the nipples don’t ‘settle’ into a certain state,” Jones says of adjusting the clamps’ pressure. To try this on your own, she suggests tugging on the cord, stopping and starting in rhythm to keep your nipples on their toes, so to speak.

10. They’re also fun to experiment with during climax. Dr. Allison suggests wearing the clamps during sex and removing them as soon as you start to climax. Not only will the blood flow rush back into the nipples, but nipple play also releases a chemical in the brain called oxytocin (the same chemical released during orgasms), so you’ll be in for a super-concentrated rush of sensation.

11. The length of time you’ll want them on varies based on tightness. You can leave on looser clamps for as long as 30 minutes and tighter ones for up to 10 to 15 minutes.

12. They’re great for all genders. As Allison explains, “Men and women have the same amount of sensitive nerve endings in their nipples and areolas. For some men, nipple play is an extremely pleasurable and preferred type of stimulation. For others, they may have overlooked this erogenous zone altogether, so it’s worth an introduction.”

This article was originally published on Cosmopolitan.

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