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Did you know it's not just ONE position?
Oh, so you want to mix things up the bedroom, huh? I see you.
Sure, you could take the time to test out the many, many gasp-inducing, sweaty, kinky, raunchy positions out there, but you’d probably need to eat and sleep at some point, so...for the sake of time, let me introduce you to a primo sex-nique: scissoring.
Yep, you've probably heard of it, and most likely in regard to girl-on-girl action. The sex position-slash-method is often considered the (really, a) go-to way for queer women to have sex, but it's definitely not the only way they can. Nor is it an off-limits move for anyone else who wants get it on.
"Scissoring allows for a very intimate connection ," says Peter Kanaris , PhD, a psychologist and sex therapist in Smithtown. "The genital-to-genital contact is very arousing and can enhance not only the physical pleasure, but the emotional arousal as well."
Scissoring is also a unique and exciting position that you and your partner(s) of any gender or orientation can manipulate any way you want so that it feels new every single time. So boring sex? Buh-bye.
Here's everything to know about what scissoring is and how to do it:
While scissoring might be new to you , there’s actually nothing new about the move, says Kanaris.
The position requires that you and your partner lie on your sides and intertwine your legs like two pairs of opened scissors coming together and meeting in the middle. You’ll know you’re in position when your genitals touch. Then, with a little (a lot, actually) grinding and rubbing up against your partner, you’ll well on your way to O Town.
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The sky’s the limit when it comes to scissoring and its many adaptations. Once you’ve got the basic lying-down setup down, you can take things up a notch.
“Scissoring can be done in any number of other positions,” says Kanaris. It can be asynchronous, meaning you might lie still while your partner rubs up against you, or you rub up against them while they stay put.
Other times, the grinding might not even take place in between your legs at all. Instead, Kanaris says you could sit on your partner’s lap and rub against their thigh or straddle their torso and rub yourself against their chest. Yup, as long as your legs are, well, split, and you're swiveling your hips and/or you're grinding, that's scissoring.
Ever heard of it? Outercourse is when your partner's genitals (usually, in this case, a penis since it's an external organ) "rests against the genitalia, without penetration," Kanaris explains.
“Then, with gentle movement and a gradual increase in pressure,” you and your partner can get it on in a whole new way.
Scissoring doesn't mean that you can't have penetrative fun—whether it's a finger, toy, or penis you want in your vagina, there's absolutely no reason to leave it out.
In fact, the beauty of scissoring, unlike the sometimes rushed brand of sex that can comes with typical thrusting, is that it forces you and your partner to slow things down, Kanaris says. So while you get the stimulation of having a body part or sex toy inside you, you also get the arousal of building intimacy.
If this position and technique isn’t something you’re used to, the new angle will force you to engage different leg and thigh muscles and rely on new gestures so that you and your partner can discover new ways to climax.
See how many times "new" showed up in that sentence? That can make sex even more pleasurable, Kanaris promises.
5. You might want to stretch a bit before scissoring.
On that note, if this is your first go, congrats…but also: Make sure to stretch, because those muscles need a little warm-up.
When scissoring, your glutes and thighs are going to be working overtime, and if you’re not loose and limber, there’s a good chance you’ll cramp up, Kanaris warns. If it happens, no biggie...but it's not exactly fun and sexy, and that's what you're going for here.
When penetration isn’t what you’re after—tonight or ever—scissoring opens up the possibility for dry humping—which makes for really hot foreplay and can even sub for actual sex.
If all of the above hasn't made this clear yet, here's this: “With a little imagination, intimate communication, and experimentation,” says Kanaris, scissoring can feel like a new move every time you and your partner go for it.
"Describe your fantasy to your partner, ask them what would make them feel good, then test it out."
Describe your fantasy to your partner, ask them what would make them feel good, then test it out. Sure, every variation of scissoring won’t necessarily feel as good as the last—you might even knee your partner on occasion—but it’s this kind of sexcapade that'll keep the heat between the sheets.
Scissoring adds a lot of friction between legs and genitals, and chafing puts a huge damper on an orgasm. Using a little bit of lube can help prevent any raw rubbing (ouch)—and lube just makes sexing better.
Of course, if you're hooking up with a woman and STIs aren't a concern (as in, you've both been tested), then this isn't so much of a concern. But if you're scissoring with a guy—and/or with a new partner—Kanaris says to make sure you use condoms (or dental dams). Some STIs can be spread by skin-to-skin contact (yes, even without penetration).
Like any sex act, scissoring doesn't need to be a defined, black-and-white item that you check off on a to-do list. Scissoring can look and feel however you want it to, so forget any expectations.
“Don’t get too hung up on, ‘Oh, am I doing it right?’”
“Don’t get too hung up on, ‘Oh, am I doing it right?’” Kanaris says. “What is right is you and your partner having an enjoyable experience that’s fun and that’s safe.” Preach.

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Because it's very, very real. You just have to know what you're doing.
Scissoring is also known as tribadism or tribbing, and consists of two partners with vulvas rubbing their genitals against each other for stimulation. It’s commonly known as a lesbian sex position and sex act, although partners of any gender or sexuality can technically scissor .
A few things to keep in mind re: scissoring. Like with any sex position, your anatomy may impact how pleasurable you find it. Marla Renee Stewart, MA, sexpert for Lovers , explains that folks who have more front-facing vulvas may find the position more pleasurable than those with back-facing vulvas. “The reason for this,” she explains, is “when your vulva is facing downward, it’s harder to get leverage,” That’s not to say those with back-facing vulvas can’t enjoy scissoring, though! Stewart adds that using a sex wedge like the Jaz Motion Wedge can help someone with a back-facing vulva rock back and forth more comfortably. Imani Johann, owner of Decadent D’Vices also sings praises for the Jaz Motion pillow and says it can be great for accommodating all body types to further enjoy scissoring.
Another tip: find a good sex toy to add to you and your partner’s pleasure. Johann recommends the Mimic+ by Clandestine Devices (a Cosmo favorite, btw ) as she says it can fit in the grooves between bodies while scissoring, making it an ideal scissor-friendly toy. We like the Mimic+ because it’s also very powerful, rechargeable, waterproof, and lasts a really long time. Other slim profile toys like the Je Joue Mimi Soft , the Lelo Lily , or the Cute Little F*ckers Starsi vibrator could also work here.
For more helpful info on scissoring and how to scissor, here are some valuable tips from writer Tafisha Edwards:
My most memorable scissoring experience went a little something like this: my girlfriend and I took a trip to New York after a few hectic weeks. Until our trip, our sex life consisted of us falling asleep mid-cowgirl. To prep for our trip, I watched a lot of porn to dream up ideas of everything we could possibly want to try. And scissoring, a proper, extended bout of scissoring, was on the top of my agenda.
Once we got to the hotel, I put my knowledge to the test. We negotiated our way onto our sides with our legs intertwined. We squirmed. We jostled. We started to pant because we were tired. We took frequent water breaks. Once we found a delicious pace my girlfriend yelled a lot and so I did. I had an orgasm, she had an orgasm...and also a charlie horse. Neither of us were prepared for that. (She was fine afterwards, I promise.) But in the spirit of unexpected lessons, here's everything you need to know about how to scissor.
First off, make a peace sign with your left hand and right hand. Then go "snip snip" with your fingers (kidding!). But actually, orient your fingers so the two pairs of scissors interlock. There we have the glorious tangle of limbs generally known as scissoring. This is a pretty typical version of the position, which involves two bodies reclining on their sides and grinding, swiveling, and rubbing pelvic bones, ideally until you orgasm.
Scissoring is a wonderfully customizable position. And even though it's most often associated with same-sex women couples, you can try it with whatever parts you're working with. For some that’s two vulvas, for some that’s a vulva and a penis, for some that’s a penis and a penis, or literally any other combo. Saida Agostini, a Baltimore-based social worker and activist working to end rape culture explains, “It can be amazing rubbing genital to genital. But another thing that can be amazing is rubbing against a leg or chest. It can be missionary, it can be one person on top, doggy style, or penetration can be involved. As long as it’s consensual there is no wrong way.” For example, you can try straddling your partner while they lie on their back. Putting one leg between theirs, try slowly rubbing your vulva on their thigh. So standing, kneeling, face to face, back to back, with or without toys you, you do you and change things up as necessary.
Anyone attempting to scissor shouldn't be alarmed to find it’s an active position. You’ll be rubbing—NOT POUNDING, PLEASE THINK OF YOUR POOR PELVIC BONES!—against one another, which means searching for leverage, finding it, and moving your bodies until you find a fantastic rhythm. You will use your arms, legs, torso, head, shoulders, knees, and toes (okay maybe not all of that). Agostini gently advises, “It can be a lot of effort. So usually it is helpful to have someone who is a little bit flexible guide the work.” But even if you are both new, take a few minutes to stretch your legs and arms. charlie horses kinda kill the mood.
Scissoring is not the only way queer women have sex. Scissoring is not the only way queer people have sex. Scissoring is not the only way bon-binary people have sex. Scissoring is not a queer-only position. Straight people may also scissor. Just in case that wasn't abundantly clear already.
If you're rubbing against a surface that has hair, like genitals, a chest, a leg, etc, you might want to add some lube to reduce any unwanted pulling or chafing. Try any of these luxurious lubes.
Yes, it is absolutely possible to contract or transfer an STI or STD while scissoring. You can minimize risk by using a dental dam during sex, avoiding menstrual blood (yours and/or your partner’s) as well as visible genital lesions. Also remember: underwear is not a protective barrier. “Things to consider: [is there a] decision between partners to only exchange bodily fluids with one another even if they have sex with other partners?" asks Agostini. "Or are you having sex with other people? Whatever the situation is, it’s important to have really honest conversations about testing and the last time you had sex with others.”
Sometimes watching porn can open your mind to new positions and ideas, but it's definitely not a representation of IRL sex. Scissoring, like pretty much all sex positions, can get awkward. Between dry skin, queefing, the occasional fart, struggling to find the rhythms that make your neurons light up. It’s all going down. Sex can be a tremendously funny, gross and weird experience. Having the right partner means someone who can take the occasional kicks as they come, check to see if their teeth are intact, then keep grinding on.
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Seen that steamy scissoring sex scene in Blue is the Warmest Colour? Watched in wonderment as South Park’s Mr Garrison went lesbian, had a hot scissoring session and shouted “Scissor me timbers”?
Scissoring, also known as tribbing, is not a myth. It’s essentially genital-to-genital contact, and can be done in different positions.
It’s called scissoring because it requires sexual partners to move their legs back and forth, while rubbing their genitals against their partner’s, resembling the movement of scissors – obviously.
There’s some confusion over the terms tribadism, tribbing and scissoring…
From what we’ve gathered, tribadism, or tribbing, is a more general term for a sex act between women, in which the pair rub vulvae together for sexual stimulation – notably of the gift that keeps on giving, aka the clitoris.
That said, though tribadism is often used to describe vulva-to-vulva fun, it actually encompasses various girl-on-girl sexual activity of any kind.
That could be humping in the missionary position, or the movement of the vulva against another person’s thigh, bum, leg, arm… wherever, really. (Wrists work well, as do faces.)
Ergo, tribadism and tribbing mean non-penetrative lesbian sex, while scissoring more specifically describes the actual scissor position.
Nevertheless, all three are erotic ways of timing hip movement as two bodies grind, rub and swivel, which can result – very easily for some – in orgasm.
If you’re not convinced, Urban Dictionary defines scissoring as: “A lesbian sex act where two partners interlock their spread legs (like two pairs of scissors) and grind their vulvae together to stimulate each other’s clitoris to orgasm.
“Also called tribadism, the practice has many colloquialisms. In some Central American countries it is called ‘making tortillas’, and the Chinese refer to the act as ‘polishing mirrors’.”
Used in a sentence, via UD: “I felt myself get hard as I peeked through the window and watched Ellen and Anne get naked and make out on the bed, but it wasn’t until they began sc
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