Nipples are often an overlooked source of pleasure for men and women alike that, when done correctly, can lead to sensational orgasms. Increasing sensitivity and delivering an intense natural high, there’s nothing quite like the sensations experienced during nipple play. Research shows that nipple stimulation is processed in the same region of the brain as when stimulating the vagina and clitoris – making it part of the holy trinity of female pleasure. Although nipple orgasms are shorter than genital orgasm, they offer greater intensity and supreme sexual sensations.
While many people like having their nipples teased or licked during foreplay, you can experience even more of a thrill by pinching or squeezing them. And that’s why many love nipple clamps for their pain-and-pleasure thrill. Playing with nipple clamps not only results in increased sensitivity, it also delivers an incredible natural high, and provides a real taste of submissive satisfaction.
So, whether you are looking to try some torture or just have some gentle fun; the nipples are the perfect spot for both tease and torment!
Safety First
As with all aspects of kink, if you or your partner experience any pain, notice any discolouration around the nipples or loss of sensation, stop immediately. As with most things, you need to start softly and build your way up. Start with your hands – this is the most basic way to tease and please. The tissue around the nipples tends to be more sensitive than other areas of the body, and will lacerate much quicker. So, take things slowly and monitor your partner’s reactions and body language. If your partner has inverted nipples they are at great risk of infection, so avoid abrasive techniques that could break or cut the skin.
Clamps essentially cut off circulation and, as such, they shouldn’t be left on for long periods of time. Beginners should not leave clamps on for longer than 10 minutes at a time. The more you play, the duration that you are able to leave them on will increase, but even the most competent clamper shouldn’t leave them on for more than 20 minutes.
Test your Nipple Clamps
Before trying to use your nipple clamps, you should test them out a less-sensitive body part first, such as the webbing between your thumb and fingers or your ear lobe. If you have adjustable nipple clamps, like the Squeeze n Please Vibrating Nipple Clamps (€17.22, kinky.ie), start off at the lightest pressure and slowly increase the tension until it feels just right. This allows you to experience firsthand how nipple clamps work and feel so you know what to expect.
Putting on Nipple Clamps
Your nipples need to be erect so there’s more for the clamp to grab on to. If they’re not already erect, take a few minutes to tease them until they’re nice and pointy! You can do this yourself through rubbing and pinching the nipple, or get your partner to do it as part of foreplay. Using their fingers or tongue to lightly trace the area around the areola, or softly sucking the nipple will have it erect in no time.
Once you’re erect, grab the nipple and gently pull outward. Place the nipple clamp just behind the nipple on the areola, so you have access to a tender bud that’s waiting for you to do your worst! Adjust the clamp if needed to increase or decrease the pressure for the perfect pinch.
Using Nipple Clamps
While these pleasure toys are in place, you can continue to stimulate the area in a variety of ways. Some clamps, like Fetish Fantasy Alligator Nipple Clamps (€17.22, kinky.ie) come with attached chains. The weight of these chains steadily tugs on your nipples – especially during physically demanding positions – for extra stimulation. These chains also give your partner something to pull on during sex and can even act as a leash. The heavier the chain, the more weight your nipples carry, and heavier weight makes for a more extreme experience. So, start small with a light chain, and work your way up to a heavier chain for a more advanced play.
For those who crave extra nipple stimulation, Vibrating Nipple Clamps (€40.20, kinky.ie) will send you into a frenzy. With this compact system you get clamps, weights and nipple vibration all in one go!
Keep in mind that nipple clamps are not just for partnered play, and purchasing a pair to add to your masturbation routine will certainly increase your pleasure. Plus, it’s a low-pressure way to figure out your pain threshold and to learn how much sensation and pressure you enjoy before trying them out with a partner.