Good News, Sex Is Back After Falling Off The Agenda During Lockdowns!
It appears that people have two years' worth of pent-up energy!
Condoms, lube and bikini hair removal products are selling fast, with hygiene giant Reckitt reporting that sales shot up by nearly a fifth towards the end of last year.
And with that, sales of eco-friendly toys are way up! Couples are also getting more adventurous, trying out a role play, car sex, games and erotic fantasies.
Couples have also turned to sex therapy which has become very popular. Coaches are offering a safe space to navigate emotions and learn new skills. Also becoming very popular are swinging, polyamory and open marriages.
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People are kissing again! And because we haven’t been able to do it for so long- there’s PDA everywhere. A lingering kiss that lasts around 10 seconds can also release the feel-good chemicals.
Morning sex is also said to be on the rise. Starting the day with a little hanky panky is not only mood-boosting but can knock up to seven years off you.
A recent study found that those in the 40 to 50 age group who looked younger than their age claimed to have sex around three times a week.
Teasing is no longer just for starters, as outercourse is set to become more popular than intercourse, says sexual wellness brand Lelo. Think sensual massage, “ear-play” — that is foreplay around the ears — and more. Taking time to explore instead of rushing to the finish line encourages better communication.
While all these things seem exciting, and though we are back to our fast-paced way of living, sex experts are predicting that sex will remain slower-paced than before.
