If you aren’t living a sober lifestyle, it’s very likely you have some assumption, presumption, or anecdote about sex and alcohol. But what about alcohol and masturbation?
For some, a glass of wine is a sure fire way to set the mood, while others find merit in phrases like “whiskey dick.” So which is it? Does alcohol enhance self-pleasure, or does it hinder it?
Before you find out for yourself, let’s explore both the potential upsides and downsides of consuming alcohol in moderation to see what happens when you masturbate.
Potential Positives: Loosening up and enhanced sensation
For some, a little alcohol can help set the stage for arousal and masturbation by reducing inhibitions. Here’s how:
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A Perceived Lowering of Anxiety: Alcohol, at its core, is a depressant that slows down the central nervous system, which some find eases their anxiety and feelings of self-consciousness. This can make it easier to get in the mood and fully enjoy solo play.
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Increased Dopamine:Alcohol is considered psychoactive and drinking it releases dopamine, the brain’s pleasure chemical, which can heighten anticipation and enhance feelings of sexual pleasure.
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Increased Blood Flow: In moderate amounts, alcohol can cause vasodilation (widening of blood vessels), which may contribute to increased genital sensitivity and arousal.
The Potential Downsides: Numbing and disrupting sensation
But alcohol isn’t always what it’s hopped up to be (pun intended). Whether it’s consumed en masse or just not your thing, the negative effects of alcohol can really be a buzz kill:
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Decreased Physical Sensation: Alcohol is a numbing agent both physically and mentally. Too much can reduce sensitivity, making orgasm more difficult to achieve and arousal harder to hold on to.
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Erectile Dysfunction & Vaginal Dryness: Regardless of your anatomy, alcohol can impair blood flow, leading to difficulties with getting wet or staying hard.
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Delayed or Inhibited Orgasm: Some people find that alcohol makes it harder to climax, as it dulls nerve responses and slows bodily reactions.
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Sleepiness & Distraction: Instead of setting the mood, alcohol can also lead to drowsiness or difficulty focusing, which can take you out of the moment.
Drink Responsibily…for science
Pleasure and alcohol can be such a fickle duo, and there’s truly no one-size-fits-all experience for those who choose to drink it. So what better reason to grab your Lioness Smart Vibrator, have a drink, and see what happens?
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