The Difference Between Whips and Floggers
These two toys are typically grouped together and occasionally used as if they were interchangeable. But there are a few key differences between a sex whip and a flogger.
Floggers have multiple 'tails' at the end, but a whip typically has one. Floggers are also shorter, sometimes just 6 or 12 inches in length. A sex whip can be several feet long; you typically need a larger space to use it.
While floggers can still have quite a bite, they are easier to use and less likely to break the skin in most cases. This makes them more suitable for newbies than whips.
The Two Main Kinds of Impacts
The two key words in impact play and whip BDSM are "thuddy" and "stingy." Thuddy sensations typically come from larger objects or falls. These impacts cover a broader area of your body.
Stingy impacts are the opposite and are made by a thin object or fall that only hits a small portion of your skin. A sex whip typically tends toward the stingy end, while floggers can go either way, depending on how large and fast-moving the falls are.
Some people love thuddy but hate stingy, or vice versa. These two words are helpful for clarifying the kind of pain someone likes from their flogger whip.
How Do I Use a Flogger or Whip?
If you've never used a flogger or sexual whip before, you should start slow and gentle. Use softer strokes to "warm up" your partner to the sensation, and check in with them after every stroke to see how they liked it.
Once you have a good sense of technique and what your partner wants, you can hit harder and take shorter breaks in between strokes. You can also try a cyclic technique where the strokes transition into each other, and there are no breaks.
Your first flogger whip might not give you quite the sensation you desire. If you want to branch out, you can try something else from our range of BDSM toys.
After your first flogging session, you'll understand better what you want from this kind of play. Many people enjoy ramping up the tension of sexy whips by adding restraints like BDSM handcuffs.
Safe and Unsafe Areas of The Body
One of the most important things to know before you buy a sexual whip or whip flogger is where and where not to hit. Areas with thicker flesh, like the buttocks and thighs, can absorb a lot of impact and are where you should focus as a beginner.
Other body parts provide arousing sensations, but you need to play with care and use lighter strokes. These areas include the genitals, arms, back, ribs, breasts, and calves.
Absolute no-go areas in whip BDSM are the spine, the tailbone, around the kidneys, the face, and hands and feet.
It's always better to start slow and gentle and work up to the desired intensity. And never whip or flog broken or healing skin.
Other Safety Considerations
Like anything else, flogging and whipping require practice. If you're a top, you may want to practice hitting a pillow before you hit someone else. This will help you with the accuracy of your strokes. Practicing accuracy is especially important when using your sexual whip on a moving target - for instance, if your partner is restrained in a sex swing.
Consent is vital when playing with a BDSM whip. Discuss the session with your partner ahead of time and choose a safe word so both parties can immediately stop playing when necessary.
After an impact play session, you should schedule some time for "aftercare." Aftercare can include cuddling, watching a lighthearted movie together, or eating a good meal.
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