First off, a working definition: An erogenous zone refers to any part of the body that has heightened sensitivity, and which, when stimulated, creates a sexual response or contributes to sexual arousal. When we think of our own erogenous zones, the breasts, clitoris and vagina are usually the first “hot spots” that come to mind. These are also the first areas men zoom in on during foreplay and lovemaking.
It may surprise you, however, that most women have many other erogenous zones that are seldom given attention. Stimulating these areas with touch or pressure can have some pretty surprising effects. Some women claim to be able to achieve orgasm simply from having their hair gently pulled, for instance, or their fingers sucked on, or their buttocks lightly spanked.
If you’re looking to introduce some new moves – and new sensations – to your foreplay and sex sessions, check out this list of less obvious erogenous zones. Think about other parts of your body that respond the same way to touch, and have fun getting your partner to stimulate all these areas in different ways.
You can never go wrong with a good makeout sesh. Moreover, your lips are super sensitive which explains a good smooch can feel out of this world for some.
How to get in the zone: When you’re in a hot makeout session with your boo, you’ll want to alternate between giving soft, sensual kisses and a deep passionate makeout.
Believe it or not, your mouth isn’t the only part of your face that can turn you on. In fact, gentle kisses on the forehead and cheeks give off that feeling of being cared for and that intimacy can be seen as a turn-on for some.
How to get in the zone: In the midst of it, you can initiate by giving your partner soft kisses on their cheeks and forehead, before bringing their hand towards your chin while making out.
Anywhere you are sensitive you have the potential for an erogenous zone. And this time ’round, we’re zooming in on your ears. It may sound weird at first, but the ears are said to contain a lot of blood flow, making the spot highly sensitive.
How to get in the zone: Start by kissing your partner on their neck before giving them a little nibble on their ear during foreplay.
It’s no surprise that the scalp is a major pleasure spot, seeing as it’s covered with nerve endings.
How to get in the zone: Your hairstylist knows a thing or two about making this part of your head feel oh-so-good. But you can get your partner to do the same thing during foreplay by asking them to gently tug your hair and massage your scalp with the pads of his fingers. For an even more relaxing treat, invite them into the shower with you and get them to shampoo your hair while massaging your scalp. So sexy!
As they have a high concentration of nerves, the fingertips are among the most sensitive parts of the body.
How to get in the zone: Ask your partner to gently kiss down the length of your arm, followed by the back of your hand and then your palm. Now get them to hold your hand in theirs before tracing tiny circles around your palm with their tongue, working their way from the middle outwards. They can also proceed to run their tongue along the lengths of your fingers, before lightly nibbling, kissing and sucking on the tips.
This is the base of the neck, around the hairline. It extends all the way to the back of the ears, which are also areas of heightened sensitivity.
How to get in the zone: This zone responds best to light caresses, nibbles and gentle kisses. For a different sensation, ask your partner to alternate blowing on the nape of your neck with light licking. Or get them to run an ice cube along your hairline, from the back of one ear to the back of the other.
The area right above the collarbone is said to be ultra-sensitive because the skin is so thin.
How to get in the zone: He can start by kissing your shoulders and upper arms, before working their way inwards towards the area just above your breastbone. Then, ask them to smother your collarbone and the part just above it with tiny kisses and light licks.
The area right above the collarbone is said to be ultra-sensitive because the skin is so thin.
How to get in the zone: Your partner can start by kissing your shoulders and upper arms, before working their way inwards towards the area just above your breastbone. Then, ask them to smother your collarbone and the part just above it with tiny kisses and light licks.
The (relative) softness of a woman’s belly is a huge turn-on for a lot of people; don’t be embarrassed to let your partner give this part of your body some attention. You’ll love how it feels when they touch and kiss it.
How to get in the zone: Your partner can kiss your navel, or gently stroke or nibble your belly. Ask them to trace random patterns all over your tummy with their lips and tongue – you’ll feel sooo good. Promise!
The area right above your buttocks is highly sensitive – just under the skin is the network of nerves and blood vessels that is connected to your genitals.
How to get in the zone: The best way for your partner to stimulate your lower back, is to gently kiss and stroke it. Lightly tickling the area will also help heighten your sexual arousal.
Many people miss giving the inner thighs attention, preferring instead to zoom in on the genitals. But having this hotspot teasingly kissed and caressed increases the sexual anticipation like nothing else.
How to get in the zone: Slow and sensual is the way to go when it comes to touching your inner thighs. Ask your partner to tease the area with their tongue, lips and hands. If your partner is a man, he may even choose to rub the tip of his penis up and down this fleshy zone, which is bound to get him excited. If you’re feeling extra adventurous, get them to run a vibrator on the area.
Quit complaining about the size of your butt – most people find this curvy area incredibly sexy and can’t resist touching it.
How to get in the zone: Besides covering your butt cheeks with kisses, your partner can stimulate this erogenous zone by lightly spanking, squeezing or biting it, or gently massaging it with a little warm oil.
Not all women feel much from having the back of their thighs and knees touched, but if you’re extra sensitive, you’ll love having your partner work his magic in these areas.
How to get in the zone: Ask your partner to knead these spots with some warm oil or cover the skin with tiny licks and kisses.
Who doesn’t love a good foot massage? Certain pressure points in the feet can trigger sexual arousal, so ask your guy to be your personal foot reflexologist for the night.
How to get in the zone: Start with clean feet. Your partner can start by rubbing some oil on the soles of your feet and then gently pressing the pads of their fingers into the fleshiest spots. They should do this slowly for the most relaxing effect. If they’re not squeamish, ask them to kiss the soles of your feet. Tickling with a feather is another way to push you over the edge.