Spitting May Be the Hottest Kink in Hollywood Right Now

Get the Full StoryIn case you haven't been following kink news this week, spitting is having a big moment right now. Thanks to "Sinners," the blockbuster thriller starring Michael B. Jordan and Hailee Steinfeld, spit play is all anyone can talk about - and it's easy to see why.

In the film, Mary played by Steinfeld erotically spits into Stack's played by Jordan mouth while she's on top of him in a cowgirl-esque position. And though some viewers weren't into it, others were reminded why spitting is such a popular kink in the first place.

"Sharing saliva can be very intimate and a way for partners to express how into each other they are during sex," certified sex educator Emma Hewitt says. "Some people are just really into bodily fluids during sex."

Just like any other kink or fetish though, there's no real rhyme or reason why someone may be into spitting or being spit on. Some people may simply see spitting as a way to connect with their partner, while others might incorporate it during a submissive dominant role play. Regardless of why some people may enjoy it, however, spitting can be an easy and free way to spice up your sex life.

Whether you felt influenced after watching "Sinners" or you are looking for fun ways to take your sexy date nights up a notch, here's everything to know about spit play and how to incorporate it into your sex life.

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Emma Hewitt is a certified sex educator with Adult Toy Mega Store and the host of the "Electric Rodeo podcast."

What Is a Spit Kink?

Also known as spit play, a spit kink is when someone enjoys spitting on someone or being spit on by someone else. However, there are many forms a spit kink can take. "It might include exchanging saliva into each other's mouth, either by kissing with extra saliva or spitting into it," Hewitt says. But it can also include "spitting onto each other's bodies or using saliva as lube."

How to Explore a Spit Kink

If the thought of incorporating more spit into your sex life sounds arousing, you should start by having a conversation with your partner s . According to Hewitt, she says you can approach this topic as you would with any other kink.

"Pick a time when you and your partner are feeling relaxed and in tune with one another, and be honest about your interest in it," she says. "Be open to hearing their opinion, whether it's good or bad." If you're not sure how to bring up the conversation organically, talking about how much you enjoyed the spit scene from "Sinners" is a great way.

If your partner decides they're interested in trying out spit play, then it's time to discuss how you'd like to incorporate it into your sex life. Do you want to spit into each other's mouths? Or do you want to incorporate spit more in other ways?

Hewitt suggests starting by incorporating more spit during oral sex. "Have sloppy and wet oral sex or spit directly onto each other's chest or genitals rather than directly into the mouth to see how much you both enjoy this first." From there, you can venture into spitting into each other's mouths or using spit as lube. Just note that you'll likely still need to use lube since your own spit can be drying.

Although spit play can seem gross to some, know that it is perfectly OK to be turned on by it. And even though kink shame may force people to suppress their interests, thanks to movies like "Sinners," Hollywood is doing a better job of normalizing these kinks. "Horny films are having a real moment, and it looks like the film industry is catching on that people are really into kink, or at least, more open to seeing taboo topics on screen," Hewitt says.

All that to say, if "Sinners" unlocked something in you, don't overthink it. Spitting can be hot, intimate, dominant, submissive, or just straight up arousing. With Hollywood leaning into hornier, kinkier territory, spit play could be just the beginning.

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Taylor Andrews she her is the balance editor at PS, specializing in topics relating to sex, relationships, dating, sexual health, mental health, travel, and more. With seven years of editorial experience, Taylor has a strong background in content creation and storytelling. Prior to joining PS in 2021, she worked at Cosmopolitan.

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