3 Things To Pay Attention To When Fingering

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JAKARTA - Fingering is one of the foreplay activities in having sex, which is useful in stimulating women to be better prepared to accept penetration. Fingering in sexual intercourse is commonplace, but it must be with the consent of each couple.

Not only that, in fingering women, men must also pay attention to several things because they are related to the safety and comfort of their partners. Here are some things that must be considered in fingerprinting, quoted from Mel Magazine, on Monday, October 20, 2025.

1. Cleanness of hands and nails

Hygiene is the main thing that must be considered before fingerprinting, especially on the hands and nails. Men should have cut their nails and cleaned them well, to prevent sticking germs that might be able to nominate a woman's vagina.

2. Pay attention to the rhythm

Similar to penetration, fingering must also pay attention to rhythm and speed. Men need to ask for comfort related to fingering rhythm, to prevent abrasions from occurring if their fingers are done with fast rhythms.

Regarding the number of fingers used differently for each partner, just be comfortable. What must be ensured in the fingerprinting process is that you can explore and please the woman.

The safe place to start is to draw a circle around the clitoris with your thumb, and use two fingers to pump in and out of the vagina. Start slowly and gently, then gradually increase the intensity," said sex therapist Vanessa Marin.

3. Use lubricants

Please note that female genitals are very sensitive. This makes it easy to suffer injuries, especially if fingers are done when the genital skin is dry.

To avoid injury or irritation due to friction during fingers, it is recommended to use lubricants. Make sure to use a lubricant product that is safe and suitable for your female skin, so as not to cause irritation.