During the lockdown, sex was a primary need that was not being fulfilled for many individuals. However, now that things are slowly going back to 'normal,' sexual intercourse has once again become a priority. That being said, it's hard to get back on the grind when you haven't done it for a while. So, here are the sauciest sex trends of 2022 that will help you get started!
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Eco-friendly sex toys
Your bedroom drawer has just become a lot more eco-friendly. Toys are increasingly frequently manufactured from biodegradable and recycled materials, feature solar-panel charging capabilities, and emit fewer greenhouse gases during production. There are even organic condoms available.
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Further, next-day deliveries are a trend from last. Now, we want our orders to arrive as quickly as possible, especially bedroom equipment. As such, Lelo, a sex toy business, has linked up with delivery service Zapp to send steamy items to your door within half an hour of buying.
Fluid relationships
Polyamory and open marriages aren't just for Louis Theroux documentaries any longer. Reportedly, fluid relationships, also known as ethical non-monogamy, are growing more frequent.
People can also now try to swing lanes. Meaning, heteroflexibility is on the rise. It is the time to accept being attracted to people of the same gender, even if you identify as primarily straight. Remove the labels and figure out where you fall on the heteroflexibility scale.
Intimate moments
Despite the fact that we have returned to our fast-paced lifestyles, sex experts believe that sex will remain slower. Sessions can range anywhere from a few minutes to many hours, and becoming a more mindful lover is the key to reaching new levels of pleasure. To become a mindful lover, go for positions that allow more intimacy and depth during intercourse.
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For instance, go for the Faceoff position. This sex position is excellent for eye contact and proximity because a lot of your bodies are touching. Your lover sits in a chair or on the edge of the bed, and you sit on their lap facing them. Or it's fantastic to try new things, but there's nothing wrong with sticking to a tried-and-true moves like a missionary. Lie face down on your back with your spouse on top of you.