The Art of Snogging

There aren’t many people in this world who don’t like to be kissed (we hope). Kissing is an evolutionary tool, one that creates a bond between two people long enough so they procreate and thereby ensuring the survival of mankind.  This may seem a little clinical but that’s what Mother Nature intended.

Yet, it seems it’s not quite as straightforward as simply puckering up and “Voila!” we have a relationship. Studies revealed that 59% of men and 66% of women say they have ended a new relationship because of the other person’s sorry snogging style. Have you ever stopped seeing someone because of this? (We have to admit, we have!). But how do you know if you are indeed a “Krappy Kisser”? And, what can you do to improve it? Apparently, quite a lot judging from a little web search we conducted.

Here are some of the top tips we came across:

1. Pay attention to your partner

It goes without saying that you should be in the moment, not ogling around you to see what’s on the TV, or worse, checking out other potentials in the bar.  Close your eyes and enjoy the sensation.

2. Start out slow

Going in like Great White hunting a seal, is sure to put your kissing buddy off for life. Focus on small areas first. Kiss a little bit around the mouth and nibble and suck the lips gently, use your tongue sparingly.  Build up the passion slowly and you’ll both get into the rhythm very soon.

3. Tongue technique is key

Kissing may also be called Tonsil Tennis but for the love of Cupid, don’t even think about it. EVER! NEVER EVVAAA! Your tongue should be a sensual explorer of your partner’s mouth, not a spoon stirring a pot of yoghurt or a lump of slippery meat hanging there to dry. Mix it up, be playful.

4. Spit Stop

It may be difficult to keep your saliva in check when you are snogging someone but it’s well worth the effort. Daters list too much saliva during kissing as one of their top turn offs, right behind…

5. Bad breath

It’s pretty obvious that smelling like the back end of a badger won’t win you popularity points. Bad breath is often seen as an indicator of poor health, which means your partner is unlikely to choose you for a longer stint. So make sure you look after your mouth, pay regular visits to your dentist and keep off the garlic before a date.

So, there you have it.

Join in on the conversation. We’d love for you to share your good / bad kissing stories with us, so you drop us a comment!