Sexy tips for surviving a hot day

With summer comes heatwaves, and sometimes hot days can feel unbearable and not at all conducive to sexy times. But with a little creativity, sex and masturbation don’t have to be uncomfortable at all — in fact, they can be super fun. Here are some tips for making the best of a hot day!

• Do you own a glass or metal sex toy? These materials are perfect for hot weather and temperature play! Prepare a bowl of cold water and let your toy soak in it for several minutes before use. Set the water bowl on your nightstand so you can give your toy some quick refresher dips amidst play. You can even refrigerate your toys, but always check the temperature of the toy on your arm before using it.
• While you’re in the kitchen, why not refrigerate your lube? This is a good solution if you want to use a toy that doesn’t retain temperature as easily as glass or metal ones.
• Prep your play area so you can avoid overheating during sex or masturbation. Lay a towel on the bed, point a fan at yourself, and spritz yourself with water from a spray bottle whenever you get too hot.
• Ice cubes can be your savior! Use them to trace along nipples and other erogenous zones. Incorporate them into partner play by holding them in your mouth during oral sex. If you want to go wild with ice cubes or water without worrying about the drip, consider buying a super absorbent blanket like the Throe.
• Use a stimulating gel such as Sliquid Stimulating O Gel or Love Button. The sensation will vary from person to person, but these can provide a tingly, chilly feeling. Heighten the stimulation by having a partner blow on the area where the gel was applied.
• A favorite desperate measure during heat waves has always been to go somewhere that’s air-conditioned, but with a remote-controlled vibe like the We-Vibe Moxie or Jive or you can turn this momentary reprieve into a sneaky, sexy game. One partner wears the vibe internally while the other controls the remote. Visit an air-conditioned restaurant or a theater together and the vibrations will have you forgetting about the heat in no time.
• If you have access to a private swimming pool or lake, rendezvous there with a partner and/or a waterproof toy.
• If not, take a cool shower with a partner and/or a toy instead. Don’t forget the silicone or oil-based lube! It’ll keep things slick without washing away. Excellent toys for the shower include waterproof vibes like the We-Vibe Touch X, and dildos with suction cup bases. Just remember: silicone lube is incompatible with silicone toys, and oil-based lube is incompatible with latex.

Do you have any techniques for staying cool while still enjoying sex? Tell us in the comments!