Rimming 101: How to Give (and Get) a Great Rim Job

What could be more bootylicious than rimming? Whether you call it analingus, a rim job, ass licking, or tossing the salad, this deliciously naughty act focuses on oral pleasure around the anus, and it feels incredible.

Rimming (also called booty licking or ass licking) stimulates thousands of nerve endings, delivering shivery waves of pleasure without any penetration at all. It’s intimate, exciting, and downright erotic. Let’s dive into how to prepare, play safely, and even explore solo rimming with the help of rimming sex toys and tongue vibrators that do all the licking for you.

How do you prepare to give or receive a rim job?

Communication and cleanliness are key. Talk to your partner first — is it something you both want to try? Fantastic. If one of you is hesitant, start slowly and build comfort with teasing touches and exploration.

Before you begin:

• Clean up thoroughly. Both giver and receiver should wash hands and the area around the anus. A gentle cleanser or intimate wash can help you feel fresh and confident.
• Consider a barrier. If you’re not ready for direct contact, use a dental dam or a cut-open condom. Add a bit of water-based lubricant between the barrier and your partner’s skin — it heightens sensation and makes everything glide deliciously.

Rim job tips and techniques

Ready to rim? Warm things up with kisses, massages, and playful licking around the booty before diving in. Here’s how to make it unforgettable:

• Use plenty of moisture. Saliva is great, but a flavored lubricant makes things even more enticing.
• Start soft. Light licks and teasing kisses build anticipation. Alternate broad, flat tongue swipes with smaller circular motions.
• Take breaks. Switch between licking, gentle blowing, or even massaging with your fingers.
• Don’t forget the taint. The perineum (the area between the genitals and anus) is full of nerve endings — give it some love.
• Stay safe. For vulva-owners, avoid licking from back to front to reduce the risk of bacteria transfer.

Next levels rimming toys, tricks & tongues that never tire

Once you’ve mastered the basics, it’s time to level up. When your tongue needs a break, let a rimming toy or rimjob sex toy take over.

• Try a tongue vibrator. These toys mimic the feel of a flicking tongue and are perfect for solo or partnered play.

• Add a butt plug. Rim around the plug for dual stimulation — the sensation of fullness plus that irresistible lick.

• Combine pleasure zones. Have your partner use a pocket pussy or clitoral vibrator while you rim them for an electrifying blended orgasm.

Solo rimming! Yes, it’s totally possible

No partner? No problem. Ass-licking toys and rimming sex toys bring the experience home — literally. These clever devices feature soft, swirling tongues that lick and flutter against your rim for endlessly repeatable thrills.

Add a generous layer of water-based lubricant and get comfortable. With the right rimming toy, you can enjoy the same sensations of a real rim job — minus the logistics.

Safety first: Always choose a toy made for anal play with a flared base. Never insert anything that isn’t specifically designed for the job.

Ready to rim like a pro?

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