What Does Rimming Mean In Sex

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What Does Rimming Mean In Sex

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All your questions about anal foreplay, answered.
You might have heard of rimming, also known as anilingus, but you’d be forgiven for not knowing exactly what it means. The term refers to anal foreplay with the tongue – specifically licking, penetrating, sucking, kissing, or otherwise orally stimulating your partner's anus.
People of all genders and sexual orientations have been engaging in anal play for centuries. We know this thanks to the saucy pictures depicted on Ancient Greek pottery dating back to 500BC. But is rimming safe and does it come with any health risks?
We speak to psychosexual and relationship counsellor Carolyn Cowan and GP trainee Dr Elizabeth Dapre about what a rim job is, safety tips and how to enjoy anal play responsibly:
Rimming, also known as anilingus, is part of anal pleasure. 'It is licking the anus, the anal sphincter and the perineum,' explains Cowan. 'It is often performed alongside genital touch.'
Although it's an enjoyable foreplay experience, those who engage in rimming are unlikely to climax from it alone. 'Most will not orgasm through rimming alone and it is considered as a part of sexual foreplay,' adds Cowan. 'However, it is a great way to discover if you find your, or your partner’s anus, or anal play, arousing as it does not involve penetration and so there is no risk of pain.'
As with any sexual activity, how rimming works depends very much on the couple. Cowan suggests: 'It's best to discuss with your partner if they would like to try to play in this way, first. For some, the anus is no-go area and it is important to respect this.
With a little bit of preparation and some basic hygiene, there's no reason why you can't still enjoy anilingus.
'If playing with this for the first time you could begin with oral sex and genital play and they work your way down. It can be enjoyed across the gender and gender preference spectrum, and is considered a gentle form of anal play.'
While rimming is an enjoyable experience for many, some of you may be concerned about the hygiene risks associated with putting your tongue on your partner's anus.
'In addition to the common sexually transmitted infections, such as herpes and warts, which can be passed on via any type of oral sex, venturing that little bit further to experiment with anilingus does increase your risk of contracting specific infections carried within faecal matter,' says Dr Dapre.
Rimming is one of the riskier choices of sexual play because of the potential for contracting infections.
In short: 'rimming is one of the riskier choices of sexual play because of the potential for contracting infections which can be transmitted via your poo,' explains Dr Dapre. But with a little bit of preparation and some basic hygiene, there's no reason why you can't still enjoy the activity.
As with most sexual activities, there is a risk of catching a sexually transmitted infection (STI) if you engage in anilingus with an infected partner. Dr Dapre outlines the following potential risks that comes with rimming:
Hepatitis A is a common viral infection which can cause inflammation of the liver and can make you feel very unwell.
Salmonella, shigella, E. coli and campylobacter are all bacterial infections which can cause diarrhoea , abdominal pain and fevers, and which are also transmitted via the faeco-oral route.
Parasitic infections such giardiasis are also transmitted in this way, and produce similar symptoms, often requiring treatment with antibiotics.
If you are concerned about contracting or passing on an STI, make an appointment with your local sexual health clinic to get checked out before engaging in sexual activity with a new partner.
Don't let the health risks put you off – if you want to try rimming, there are steps you can take to make the activity as safe as possible and still have a great time, as outlined by Dr Dapre:
The anus is rife with bacteria and so cleanliness and protection is key. Ensure the area is completely cleaned before engaging in sexual activity.
The safest way to engage in oro-anal play is to ensure that you and your partner are up to date with your STI checks .
Using barrier methods, such as dental dams , can significantly reduce the risks of catching or passing anything on. Dental dams, for those who are not familiar, are sheets of latex that can be used on genitals to protect against STIs and infections.
You may also wish to douche the area before rimming in order to ensure cleanliness and help you both relax. If so, ensure you use a douche or enema designed specifically for anal use.
If you intend to continue with foreplay or sex after analingus, it's extremely important to wash your mouth efficiently before putting your tongue anywhere near your partner's mouth, penis or vagina afterwards, to avoid spreading infection.
Aside from our rimming safety tips, anal play can be great fun so use your imagination and enjoy!


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Remember: sex is about the journey, not the destination
Rimming, ass licking , analingus (if we want to use its Christian name), or simply a rim job, involves licking, penetrating with the tongue, sucking, kissing, or otherwise orally stimulating your partner's bum. Despite the misconceptions out there, rimming is not merely a stop on the road to anal sex – it's a fun sexual activity in its own right that can be enjoyed by people of all gender and sexual identities, if they so wish. Some people might consider it the main sex act of the day while other people might view it as a way to prepare for anal sex – it's totally up to the individual and their partner, and what they both fancy.
As with *every* sexual activity between consensual partners, trust and communication are necessary for enjoyable rimming. Thankfully, Jess Wilde, sex and bondage expert at Lovehoney , was able to share her invaluable wisdom on what a rim job is and give her advice and tips for the best ways of giving and enjoying a rimming.
A rim job is when one partner licks, kisses, sucks, and stimulates their partner's anus with their mouth and tongue. It doesn't have to always involve penetration of the tongue, but it can if you and your partner are into it! It can be a wonderful, pleasurable act on its own. But it can also be a great way to prepare for anal sex and get comfortable and ready for penetration.
Once you and your partner have decided that rimming is something you’d like to try, it’s time to prepare. For both of your benefit, it’s a good idea to have a thorough clean before you begin. This can be a bath or shower or, if you want to, you can use an anal douche before you play. It doesn’t matter how you do it, just do it.
If you want to have a really thorough clean, you can try an enema or anal douche. It’s pretty obvious why this is important to the person performing tongue play (taste, smell, bacteria, sweat), but it’s also really important for the receiver. It’s understandable that a lot of people have concerns about cleanliness in that area due to its 'day job' (plus it’s pretty tricky to get a good look at your own bumhole) so knowing that you’ve given yourself a jolly good clean will help you relax.
The more relaxed you are, the more pleasure you’re likely to get from the experience.
For some reason, a lot of people who choose to trim their pubic hair seem to forget that it grows much further than the perineum. Most people have a hairy butthole (even if it’s just a straggler or two.) Don’t believe me? Go take a look in the mirror.
Now, clearly body hair's a choice, and if you like having short and curlies around your pink balloon knot, then that’s cool. But, if your partner has a real aversion to body hair and you want to some bum-fun (and are happy to compromise) you might like to consider giving your bot-bot some grooming attention the next time you’re in the area. Not only will it help prevent the old hair-between-the-teeth scenario for your partner, but the less hair you have between your skin and theirs, the easier it’ll be for your partner to get their tongue and lips where you’ll feel it most. Less hair = better stimulation = bum-holy-bliss!
Even with a thorough clean, a lot of people still feel a little uneasy with direct tongue-to-butthole contact, and that’s OK! Any genital contact can lead to the transfer of bacteria and STI s. If you and your partner haven’t had a recent anal STI check, or one of you would just feel more comfortable with a barrier between you, pick up a dental dam . They create a physical barrier between you and whatever you're licking. The person receiving can still feel everything without direct contact. Some are even flavoured for extra delectable derriere licking.
We all know that most meals taste better with a little seasoning. Take the same approach when it comes to salad tossing and drizzle your lover’s anus with your favourite flavoured lube. It’ll have the double benefit of helping your lips and tongue slide over sensitive areas, as well as tasting delicious.
Try Lovehoney's range of flavoured, water-based lubes - we love this strawberry version .
You can always give the lube to your partner and get them to pour it wherever they want your tongue to travel...
Remember: sex is about the journey, not the destination . When it comes to rimming, I recommend roaming, rather than setting your crack-nav to “quickest route”. Don’t make a beeline for the B-hole. Explore your partner’s body as much as you can in other ways to excite their mind and awaken their skin before you get to Their Precious (yeah, that was a Lord Of The Rings reference).
Start with the furthest points and work your way in towards the bullseye. You could use a lickable massage oil or lubricant and begin massaging, squeezing, licking and kissing their bumcheeks and inner thighs.
When you’re ready to start getting closer to your aim, begin gently parting their cheeks so you can see their anus. For now, resist the temptation to touch it. You simply want to tease the area, as close as you can, with your fingers, lips and mouth, so they’re pretty much begging for it when you’re done.
A great tip to stimulate their actual anus without physical contact is to use your breath. Breathe warm air over their bottom as a final tease before you make contact. When you’ve decided they’ve had enough teasing torture, then it’s time.
Experiment with different shapes , movements, pressure and tongue shapes. Some people love a firm lick from a broad, flat tongue, while others need the delicate tickle of the tip of a tongue circling their opening. Everyone is different.
If you and your partner have discussed trying some penetration, you can delve a little deeper. Try poking your tongue into their anus just a little . Really only the first inch or so is uber-sensitive, so it isn’t a case of “the deeper the better” with this sort of play. If you’ve both decided you do want to try this, only very shallow penetration is needed (even if you’ve been blessed with a Gene Simmons tongue!)
For your first time, I recommend taking it slow, experimenting with a few moves and seeing how your partner reacts. Keep an eye and ear on their body language, breathing and vocal response. If your partner is a quiet one, and you’re not sure how things are going or you like clear communication in the bedroom, you can absolutely check-in with your partner and ask what they like best . Ask if they like it, want try something different or want you to keep doing what you’re doing (when your mouth isn’t full, of course!)
For extra satisfying rimming pleasure, playing with two or more erogenous zones at the same time will really heighten the pleasure. While your lips are busy with the (rim) job at… mouth... why not use your hands to stimulate other areas of their body. Reach up for their nipples, penis, clitoris or any other hot spot you know they like. Can’t reach? Encourage your partner to play while you lick, or bring in a simple sex toy like a bullet vibrator .
Which position you play in should be comfortable and offer easy access to all the areas you want to play with / have played with.
Popular positions include the receiver laying on their back or with legs akimbo, on their stomach with a pillow under their hips, all-fours, face-sitting or on the edge of a sofa with the giver on their knees. Really, you can experiment to find which works best for you both.
If you feel like advancing analingus further, bringing in toys like spreader bars , sex swings or position enhancers can be great for this.
Anal sex toys are a great next step once you're comfortable with rimming. Start off small with beginner's anal toys and explore all the incredible sensations they provide.
This extra petite butt plug is perfect for beginners who want to (and should) take things slow. It has a rounded tip for easy insertion and has 3 inches of insertable length.
If you want a beginners anal vibrator, this petite plug from Rocks Off is perfect. It's super slim, has 7 speeds to choose from and made from silky soft silicone.
Anal beads are a lovely toy for beginners as they're slim and start with the smallest bead, meaning you can insert them slowly and comfortably. Plus, when you pull them out they feel amazing.
This vibrating butt plug from Lovehoney is powerful and has 20 vibration patterns and speeds. It has 3 inches of insertable length, is rechargeable and waterproof.


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“Eating arse”, “bum licking” or “tossing the salad”, are all names by which rimming or anilingus are known.
Oral-to-anal sex is loved by many. So many, in fact, that Google searches around the topic are through the roof – including those looking for the official definition of rimming or the top tips for giving a great ass job.
Search terms like “rimming vid” are also massively popular as people enjoy watching the act sometimes as much as performing it.
Lots of people still have questions about eating their partner’s bum, such as “how to clean my ass before sex” and “do women enjoy rimming?”
We’ve answered all the pressing questions below, dear reader. So scroll and enjoy. Oh, and probably don’t leave this open on your work web browser.
Rimming is the act of sexually stimulating someone’s anus by licking or sucking it.
It is popular among same-sex male couples but is practiced by people of all sexual orientations and genders.
As with all sexual acts, unless a controlled level of safe pain is intended, then rimming shouldn’t hurt.
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