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Eddy Baller is a Dating Coach and the Owner of a dating consulting and coaching service, Conquer and Win, based in Vancouver, Canada. Coaching since 2011, Eddy specializes in confidence building, advanced social skills, and relationships. Conquer and Win helps men worldwide have the love lives they deserve. His work has been featured in The Art of Manliness, LifeHack, and POF among others. <br><br> There are <a href="#References">10 references</a> cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. <br><br> This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. <br><br> This article has been viewed 30,624,928 times. </p> </div> </div> <div class="mf-section-0" id="mf-section-0"> <p>You've seen it done in the movies and probably even in public—the French kiss, a timeless and passionate gesture of romantic affection, aka “kissing with tongue.” But what makes a French kiss from good to great? It doesn’t matter whether you’re a <a href="/Kiss-a-Boy-for-the-First-Time" title="Kiss a Boy for the First Time">first-time kisser</a> or a <a href="/Make-Out" title="Make Out">makeout</a> expert. We’re going to let you in on all the best French kissing tips, tongue techniques, and secrets to take your next kissing partner’s breath away. </p> </div> <div class="clearall"></div> <script>WH.performance.mark('intro_rendered');</script> </div> <h2 class="section-heading hidden" onclick="javascript:mfTempOpenSection(1)"> <div class="mw-ui-icon mw-ui-icon-element indicator"></div> <span class="mw-headline" id="Steps">Steps</span> </h2> <div class="mf-section-1 collapsible-block" id="mf-section-1"> <div class="section steps steps_first sticky"> <div class="headline_container block_header in-block subheadline"> <div class="altblock"><div>Part <span>1</span> </div> </div> <div class="headline_info"> <div class="method_label">Part 1 of 3:</div> <h3><span class="mw-headline" id="Making-a-Move">Making a Move</span></h3> </div> <a class="large_pdf_link pdf_link disabled pdf_link_steps " href="#"> <img class="pdf_link-img" loading="lazy" src="/extensions/wikihow/socialstamp/images/icon-pdf.svg" alt="PDF download" width="150" height="150"> <span class="pdfText">Download Article</span> </a> </div> <div id="steps_1" class="section_text"> <ol class="steps_list_2"> <li id="step-id-00"> <a name="step_1_1" class="stepanchor"></a><div class="mwimg largeimage floatcenter "><a href="#/Image:French-Kiss-Step-1-Version-9.jpg" class="image"><picture id="a4fd9c14c9dd2b2dd18da3884dfa6bbc"><source type="image/webp" media="(max-width: 728px)" width="460" height="546" srcset="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/8/80/French-Kiss-Step-1-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-1-Version-9.jpg.webp 460w"></source><source type="image/jpeg" media="(max-width: 728px)" width="460" height="546" srcset="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/8/80/French-Kiss-Step-1-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-1-Version-9.jpg 460w"></source><source type="image/webp" media="(min-width: 729px)" width="728" height="546" srcset="/images/thumb/8/80/French-Kiss-Step-1-Version-9.jpg/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-1-Version-9.jpg.webp 728w"></source><source type="image/jpeg" media="(min-width: 729px)" width="728" height="546" srcset="/images/thumb/8/80/French-Kiss-Step-1-Version-9.jpg/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-1-Version-9.jpg 728w"></source><img alt="Step 1 Keep your lips..." src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/8/80/French-Kiss-Step-1-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-1-Version-9.jpg" decoding="async" class="whcdn" width="460" height="345" priority="high" onload="WH.performance.clearMarks('image1_rendered'); WH.performance.mark('image1_rendered');"><script>WH.performance.clearMarks('image1_rendered'); WH.performance.mark('image1_rendered');</script></picture><div class="image_details"><script type="application/json">{"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/8\/80\/French-Kiss-Step-1-Version-9.jpg\/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-1-Version-9.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/8\/80\/French-Kiss-Step-1-Version-9.jpg\/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-1-Version-9.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}</script></div></a></div> <div class="step_num" aria-hidden="true">1</div><div class="step"> <a href="/Get-Soft-Lips" title="Get Soft Lips"><b class="whb">Keep your lips soft</b></a><b class="whb">.</b> A soft, smooth, and slightly moist mouth is ideal for kissing. Before you move in, you should make sure your lips aren't chapped or dry so your partner isn't distracted or put off by the state of your lips.<sup id="_ref-1" class="reference" aria-label="Link to Reference 1"><a href="#_note-1">[1]</a><span class="ts_popup " hidden id="ts_popup_1" style="display: none;"> <span class="ts_close">X</span> <span class="ts_name">Research source</span> <span class="ts_description"></span> <a href="#" class="ts_source" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener"></a> </span> </sup> If you want to soften your lips before you go in for the kiss, you should try these quick fixes: <ul> <li>Use chapstick. Swipe some over your lips and press them together.<sup id="_ref-2" class="reference trusted" aria-label="Link to Reference 2"><a href="#_note-2">[2]</a><span class="ts_popup trustedsource" hidden id="ts_popup_2" style="display: none;"> <span class="ts_close">X</span> <a class="ts_trustworthy" href="/wikiHow:Delivering-a-Trustworthy-Experience">Trustworthy Source</a> <span class="ts_name">Cleveland Clinic</span> <span class="ts_description">Educational website from one of the world's leading hospitals</span> <a href="#" class="ts_source" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Go to source</a> </span> </sup> (If you have flavored chapstick, all the better!) The only caveat is that you should apply lip balm or gloss an hour or more before you kiss, so your kissing partner feels your soft lips, not the thick layer of gloss over them.</li> <li>Drink water. <a href="/Repair-Severely-Cracked-and-Dry-Lips" title="Repair Severely Cracked and Dry Lips">Dry lips</a> are a sign of dehydration, so throw back a tall glass of water (or two).<sup id="_ref-3" class="reference trusted" aria-label="Link to Reference 3"><a href="#_note-3">[3]</a><span class="ts_popup trustedsource" hidden id="ts_popup_3" style="display: none;"> <span class="ts_close">X</span> <a class="ts_trustworthy" href="/wikiHow:Delivering-a-Trustworthy-Experience">Trustworthy Source</a> <span class="ts_name">Cleveland Clinic</span> <span class="ts_description">Educational website from one of the world's leading hospitals</span> <a href="#" class="ts_source" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Go to source</a> </span> </sup> You should notice your lips starting to smooth out within 20 to 30 minutes.</li> <li>Lick your lips. If you're really in a pinch and have no time to spare, quickly run your tongue over your lips and press them together. This should moisten them slightly without making them slobbery or slick.<sup id="_ref-4" class="reference" aria-label="Link to Reference 4"><a href="#_note-4">[4]</a><span class="ts_popup " hidden id="ts_popup_4" style="display: none;"> <span class="ts_close">X</span> <span class="ts_name">Research source</span> <span class="ts_description"></span> <a href="#" class="ts_source" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener"></a> </span> </sup> You can even lick your lips a bit subtly while making eye contact with your kissing partner.</li> </ul> <script>WH.performance.mark('step1_rendered');</script> </div> <div class="clearall"></div> </li> <li id="step-id-01"> <a name="step_1_2" class="stepanchor"></a><div class="mwimg largeimage floatcenter "><a href="#/Image:French-Kiss-Step-2-Version-9.jpg" class="image"><picture id="0fc6c2efdd136d440c01783f7432955e"><source type="image/webp" media="(max-width: 728px)" width="460" height="546" srcset="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/7/78/French-Kiss-Step-2-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-2-Version-9.jpg.webp 460w"></source><source type="image/jpeg" media="(max-width: 728px)" width="460" height="546" srcset="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/7/78/French-Kiss-Step-2-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-2-Version-9.jpg 460w"></source><source type="image/webp" media="(min-width: 729px)" width="728" height="546" srcset="/images/thumb/7/78/French-Kiss-Step-2-Version-9.jpg/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-2-Version-9.jpg.webp 728w"></source><source type="image/jpeg" media="(min-width: 729px)" width="728" height="546" srcset="/images/thumb/7/78/French-Kiss-Step-2-Version-9.jpg/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-2-Version-9.jpg 728w"></source><img alt="Step 2 Freshen your breath...." src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/7/78/French-Kiss-Step-2-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-2-Version-9.jpg" decoding="async" class="whcdn" width="460" height="345" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image_details"><script type="application/json">{"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/7\/78\/French-Kiss-Step-2-Version-9.jpg\/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-2-Version-9.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/7\/78\/French-Kiss-Step-2-Version-9.jpg\/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-2-Version-9.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}</script></div></a></div> <div class="step_num" aria-hidden="true">2</div><div class="step"> <a href="/Get-Rid-of-Bad-Breath" title="Get Rid of Bad Breath"><b class="whb">Freshen your breath.</b></a> You never want to have bad breath when you are about to kiss someone, whether the kiss is a French kiss or not. Because your mouth will be open in a French kiss, fresh breath is <i>especially</i> important. Practice good dental hygiene. If you know you are about to kiss someone, take a second to brush your teeth or at least rinse out your mouth with water.<sup id="_ref-5" class="reference trusted" aria-label="Link to Reference 5"><a href="#_note-5">[5]</a><span class="ts_popup trustedsource" hidden id="ts_popup_5" style="display: none;"> <span class="ts_close">X</span> <a class="ts_trustworthy" href="/wikiHow:Delivering-a-Trustworthy-Experience">Trustworthy Source</a> <span class="ts_name">Mayo Clinic</span> <span class="ts_description">Educational website from one of the world's leading hospitals</span> <a href="#" class="ts_source" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener">Go to source</a> </span> </sup> <ul> <li>Always have breath mints or mint-flavored gum with you if you think there is a chance you might kiss someone while you are out. If you want to be subtle, you can quickly suck on a breath mint or chew gum for a minute in the bathroom, so you don't make it <i>too</i> obvious that you're ready to kiss.</li> <li>Avoid foods that leave an unpleasant aftertaste or residue, particularly garlic, coffee, onions, milk, and corn. If you're on a dinner date before the big kiss, try to eat strategically.<sup id="_ref-6" class="reference trusted" aria-label="Link to Reference 6"><a href="#_note-6">[6]</a><span class="ts_popup trustedsource" hidden id="ts_popup_6" style="display: none;"> <span class="ts_close">X</span> <a class="ts_trustworthy" href="/wikiHow:Delivering-a-Trustworthy-Experience">Trustworthy Source</a> <span class="ts_name">Johns Hopkins Medicine</span> <span class="ts_description">Official resource database of the world-leading Johns Hopkins Hospital</span> <a href="#" class="ts_source" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Go to source</a> </span> </sup> </li> </ul> </div> <div class="clearall"></div> </li> <li id="step-id-02"> <a name="step_1_3" class="stepanchor"></a><div class="mwimg largeimage floatcenter "><a href="#/Image:French-Kiss-Step-3-Version-9.jpg" class="image"><picture id="5341041f05e2b81fef531323c6971ec7"><source type="image/webp" media="(max-width: 728px)" width="460" height="546" srcset="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/6/61/French-Kiss-Step-3-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-3-Version-9.jpg.webp 460w"></source><source type="image/jpeg" media="(max-width: 728px)" width="460" height="546" srcset="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/6/61/French-Kiss-Step-3-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-3-Version-9.jpg 460w"></source><source type="image/webp" media="(min-width: 729px)" width="728" height="546" srcset="/images/thumb/6/61/French-Kiss-Step-3-Version-9.jpg/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-3-Version-9.jpg.webp 728w"></source><source type="image/jpeg" media="(min-width: 729px)" width="728" height="546" srcset="/images/thumb/6/61/French-Kiss-Step-3-Version-9.jpg/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-3-Version-9.jpg 728w"></source><img alt="Step 3 Find the right moment." src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/6/61/French-Kiss-Step-3-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-3-Version-9.jpg" decoding="async" class="whcdn" width="460" height="345" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image_details"><script type="application/json">{"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/6\/61\/French-Kiss-Step-3-Version-9.jpg\/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-3-Version-9.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/6\/61\/French-Kiss-Step-3-Version-9.jpg\/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-3-Version-9.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}</script></div></a></div> <div class="step_num" aria-hidden="true">3</div><div class="step"> <b class="whb" aria-hidden="true">Find the right moment.</b> A <a href="/Know-if-You%27re-a-Good-Kisser" title="Know if You're a Good Kisser">good kiss</a>—especially a first kiss or first French kiss—is the culmination of building tension and growing intimacy. Choose your moment right to make sure you and your partner are both in a mindset to really lose yourselves in the kiss. You should have privacy and should both be feeling <a href="/Be-Romantic" title="Be Romantic">romantic</a> instead of stressed or distracted, for one thing. When is the moment right? It depends on your individual situation, but here are a few signs to keep in mind: <ul> <li>You have complete privacy. Whether you're alone on your balcony or sitting on a secluded bench in a park, you're not worried that someone will interrupt you.</li> <li>The other person keeps dropping hints, like locking eyes and looking at your lips, or standing or sitting progressively closer to you. Regardless of your partner's gender, their body language should give you a clue about whether now is the right time to make your move.<sup id="_ref-7" class="reference" aria-label="Link to Reference 7"><a href="#_note-7">[7]</a><span class="ts_popup " hidden id="ts_popup_7" style="display: none;"> <span class="ts_close">X</span> <span class="ts_name">Research source</span> <span class="ts_description"></span> <a href="#" class="ts_source" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener"></a> </span> </sup> </li> <li>You're <a href="/End-a-First-Date" title="End a First Date">ending a date</a> that went really well. In the car or on the porch are both good semi-private locations for a goodnight kiss.</li> <li>It just seems right. If you feel overwhelmingly compelled to kiss someone, don't be too afraid to just go for it. (Just be prepared for an awkward or even troubling situation if you discover your intended didn't feel the same way.)</li> <li> <a href="/Ask-Your-Boyfriend-to-French-Kiss" title="Ask Your Boyfriend to French Kiss">Ask</a>. If you aren't sure whether the other person is feeling it, bring up the topic. Better to get permission semi-awkwardly and go ahead with confidence than risk missing out on your chance to kiss that special someone (accidentally kiss someone who isn't interested).</li> </ul> </div> <div class="clearall"></div> </li> <li id="step-id-03"> <a name="step_1_4" class="stepanchor"></a><div class="mwimg largeimage floatcenter "><a href="#/Image:French-Kiss-Step-4-Version-9.jpg" class="image"><picture id="254d208639126786acb25d7bec84eeed"><source type="image/webp" media="(max-width: 728px)" width="460" height="546" srcset="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/0/03/French-Kiss-Step-4-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-4-Version-9.jpg.webp 460w"></source><source type="image/jpeg" media="(max-width: 728px)" width="460" height="546" srcset="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/0/03/French-Kiss-Step-4-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-4-Version-9.jpg 460w"></source><source type="image/webp" media="(min-width: 729px)" width="728" height="546" srcset="/images/thumb/0/03/French-Kiss-Step-4-Version-9.jpg/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-4-Version-9.jpg.webp 728w"></source><source type="image/jpeg" media="(min-width: 729px)" width="728" height="546" srcset="/images/thumb/0/03/French-Kiss-Step-4-Version-9.jpg/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-4-Version-9.jpg 728w"></source><img alt="Step 4 Make eye contact..." src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/0/03/French-Kiss-Step-4-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-4-Version-9.jpg" decoding="async" class="whcdn" width="460" height="345" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image_details"><script type="application/json">{"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/0\/03\/French-Kiss-Step-4-Version-9.jpg\/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-4-Version-9.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/0\/03\/French-Kiss-Step-4-Version-9.jpg\/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-4-Version-9.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}</script></div></a></div> <div class="step_num" aria-hidden="true">4</div><div class="step"> <a href="/Make-Eye-Contact" title="Make Eye Contact"><b class="whb">Make eye contact</b></a><b class="whb">.</b> Gaze deeply into the other person's eyes. If you want to make your intentions extra clear, slowly move your gaze to their lips, then back up to the eyes. You can even make intense eye contact, break it for a few seconds, and then look back at the person.<sup id="_ref-8" class="reference" aria-label="Link to Reference 8"><a href="#_note-8">[8]</a><span class="ts_popup " hidden id="ts_popup_8" style="display: none;"> <span class="ts_close">X</span> <span class="ts_name">Research source</span> <span class="ts_description"></span> <a href="#" class="ts_source" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener"></a> </span> </sup> This is a way of showing the person you want to kiss that you're pleasantly overwhelmed at the sight of them. <ul><li>Girls can even look at a guy, look down, and then look up through their lashes to be extra flirtatious.</li></ul> </div> <div class="clearall"></div> </li> <li id="step-id-04"> <a name="step_1_5" class="stepanchor"></a><div class="mwimg largeimage floatcenter "><a href="#/Image:French-Kiss-Step-5-Version-9.jpg" class="image"><picture id="56aba61514b8c736db403c4b5d1f864e"><source type="image/webp" media="(max-width: 728px)" width="460" height="546" srcset="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/6/6a/French-Kiss-Step-5-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-5-Version-9.jpg.webp 460w"></source><source type="image/jpeg" media="(max-width: 728px)" width="460" height="546" srcset="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/6/6a/French-Kiss-Step-5-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-5-Version-9.jpg 460w"></source><source type="image/webp" media="(min-width: 729px)" width="728" height="546" srcset="/images/thumb/6/6a/French-Kiss-Step-5-Version-9.jpg/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-5-Version-9.jpg.webp 728w"></source><source type="image/jpeg" media="(min-width: 729px)" width="728" height="546" srcset="/images/thumb/6/6a/French-Kiss-Step-5-Version-9.jpg/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-5-Version-9.jpg 728w"></source><img alt="Step 5 Smile..." src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/6/6a/French-Kiss-Step-5-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-5-Version-9.jpg" decoding="async" class="whcdn" width="460" height="345" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image_details"><script type="application/json">{"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/6\/6a\/French-Kiss-Step-5-Version-9.jpg\/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-5-Version-9.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/6\/6a\/French-Kiss-Step-5-Version-9.jpg\/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-5-Version-9.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}</script></div></a></div> <div class="step_num" aria-hidden="true">5</div><div class="step"> <a href="/Smile-Naturally" title="Smile Naturally"><b class="whb">Smile</b></a><b class="whb">.</b> If you're really excited about the prospect of kissing the other person, show it! A smile keeps the situation light and fun, while helping them feel safe and relaxed. Make sure your smile is soft and genuine, however, and not a forced, too-wide, or overly intense smile. Just slowly and languidly ease your lips into a smile. Show your future kissing partner how happy you are to be in their company. Continue to make eye contact as you do this, or break it for a few seconds before you return it. <ul><li>You can opt for a close-lipped smile instead of smiling while showing your teeth, which might come off more as friendly than alluring or romantic.</li></ul> </div> <div class="clearall"></div> </li> <li id="step-id-05"> <a name="step_1_6" class="stepanchor"></a><div class="mwimg largeimage whvid"><div class="content-spacer" style="padding-top:56.25%"><div class="video-player"> <div class="video-container content-fill"><video playsinline="" webkit-playsinline="" id="mvid-e202774eef" data-poster="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/0/08/French-Kiss-Step-6-Version-8.jpg/550px-nowatermark-French-Kiss-Step-6-Version-8.jpg" data-src="/7/7f/French Kiss Step 6 Version 2.360p.mp4" data-gifsrc="https://www.wikihow.com/images/5/5a/French-Kiss-Step-6-Version-2.360p.gif" data-giffirstsrc="https://www.wikihow.com/images/8/87/French-Kiss-Step-6-Version-2.360p.first.gif" controlslist="nodownload" data-watermark="1" data-controls="1" data-vidfile="French Kiss Step 6 Version 2.360p.mp4" title="" aria-label="" muted="" loop="" class="wh-video m-video content-fill" data-alt="Step 6 Break the touch..."></video></div> <div class="m-video-controls"><div class="m-video-play-old"></div></div> <div class="m-video-wm" data-wm-title-text="to French Kiss"><img class="m-video-wm-img" src="/skins/WikiHow/images/WH_logo.svg" alt="Watermark wikiHow to French Kiss"></div> </div></div></div> <div class="step_num" aria-hidden="true">6</div><div class="step"> <b class="whb">Break the <a href="/Touch-a-Girl" title="Touch a Girl"><b class="whb">touch barrier</b></a>.</b> Once you're alone with the person you like and you're smiling and making eye contact, you can decide if you want to go in for the kiss without touching, or if you want to break the touch barrier first. This can mean sitting with your legs touching, <a href="/Hold-Hands" title="Hold Hands">holding hands</a>, putting your hand on the person's knee, stroking the person's arm, or just giving a sign of affection. If you've kissed the person on the lips before, then breaking the touch barrier may feel more natural for you, and you should make an effort to touch the person before you touch lips so both of you feel more at ease.<script>if (WH.video)WH.video.add(document.getElementById('mvid-e202774eef'));</script> <ul><li>You can also break the touch barrier <i>as</i> you're moving in to kiss the person. If you're standing, you can touch the person's arms, neck, or shoulders as you move in for the kiss. If you're sitting, you can put a hand on the person's back.</li></ul> </div> <div class="clearall"></div> </li> <li id="step-id-06"> <a name="step_1_7" class="stepanchor"></a><div class="mwimg largeimage whvid"><div class="content-spacer" style="padding-top:56.25%"><div class="video-player"> <div class="video-container content-fill"><video playsinline="" webkit-playsinline="" id="mvid-4e5b6f0a49" data-poster="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/9/93/French-Kiss-Step-7-Version-8.jpg/550px-nowatermark-French-Kiss-Step-7-Version-8.jpg" data-src="/e/ed/French Kiss Step 7 Version 2.360p.mp4" data-gifsrc="https://www.wikihow.com/images/8/8a/French-Kiss-Step-7-Version-2.360p.gif" data-giffirstsrc="https://www.wikihow.com/images/7/76/French-Kiss-Step-7-Version-2.360p.first.gif" controlslist="nodownload" data-watermark="1" data-controls="1" data-vidfile="French Kiss Step 7 Version 2.360p.mp4" title="" aria-label="" muted="" loop="" class="wh-video m-video content-fill" data-alt="Step 7 Move in."></video></div> <div class="m-video-controls"><div class="m-video-play-old"></div></div> <div class="m-video-wm" data-wm-title-text="to French Kiss"><img class="m-video-wm-img" src="/skins/WikiHow/images/WH_logo.svg" alt="Watermark wikiHow to French Kiss"></div> </div></div></div> <div class="step_num" aria-hidden="true">7</div><div class="step"> <b class="whb" aria-hidden="true">Move in.</b> When the moment seems right, go in for the approach. In general, you should be moving slowly enough that the other person has time to <a href="/Say-No-Respectfully" title="Say No Respectfully">say no</a>, but not so slow that the moment loses its spark.<sup id="_ref-9" class="reference" aria-label="Link to Reference 9"><a href="#_note-9">[9]</a><span class="ts_popup " hidden id="ts_popup_9" style="display: none;"> <span class="ts_close">X</span> <span class="ts_name">Research source</span> <span class="ts_description"></span> <a href="#" class="ts_source" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener"></a> </span> </sup> When you start to get the feeling that your kissing partner is ready for the next step, you shouldn't dilly-dally. Move your body toward their body until your heads are just a few inches apart. That's when you'll have to start angling your head for the best kissing position.<script>if (WH.video)WH.video.add(document.getElementById('mvid-4e5b6f0a49'));</script> <ul><li>Take it slow. The slow approach builds tension and anticipation. Move in at a pace that gives the other person a chance to consent (or not).<sup id="_ref-10" class="reference" aria-label="Link to Reference 10"><a href="#_note-10">[10]</a><span class="ts_popup " hidden id="ts_popup_10" style="display: none;"> <span class="ts_close">X</span> <span class="ts_name">Research source</span> <span class="ts_description"></span> <a href="#" class="ts_source" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener"></a> </span> </sup> When they see you coming in, they may move to meet you, so going slow will prevent you from accidentally bumping heads.</li></ul> </div> <div class="clearall"></div> </li> <li id="step-id-07"> <a name="step_1_8" class="stepanchor"></a><div class="mwimg largeimage whvid"><div class="content-spacer" style="padding-top:56.25%"><div class="video-player"> <div class="video-container content-fill"><video playsinline="" webkit-playsinline="" id="mvid-44f54f8d99" data-poster="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/b/bb/French-Kiss-Step-8-Version-8.jpg/550px-nowatermark-French-Kiss-Step-8-Version-8.jpg" data-src="/2/2a/French Kiss Step 8 Version 2.360p.mp4" data-gifsrc="https://www.wikihow.com/images/c/cf/French-Kiss-Step-8-Version-2.360p.gif" data-giffirstsrc="https://www.wikihow.com/images/4/4c/French-Kiss-Step-8-Version-2.360p.first.gif" controlslist="nodownload" data-watermark="1" data-controls="1" data-vidfile="French Kiss Step 8 Version 2.360p.mp4" title="" aria-label="" muted="" loop="" class="wh-video m-video content-fill" data-alt="Step 8 Tilt your head slightly to one side."></video></div> <div class="m-video-controls"><div class="m-video-play-old"></div></div> <div class="m-video-wm" data-wm-title-text="to French Kiss"><img class="m-video-wm-img" src="/skins/WikiHow/images/WH_logo.svg" alt="Watermark wikiHow to French Kiss"></div> </div></div></div> <div class="step_num" aria-hidden="true">8</div><div class="step"> <b class="whb" aria-hidden="true">Tilt your head slightly to one side.</b> Meeting head-on will result in bumping noses. Instead, just tilt your head slightly to the left or right. If you notice the other person going in one direction, pick the opposite.<sup id="_ref-11" class="reference" aria-label="Link to Reference 11"><a href="#_note-11">[11]</a><span class="ts_popup " hidden id="ts_popup_11" style="display: none;"> <span class="ts_close">X</span> <span class="ts_name">Research source</span> <span class="ts_description"></span> <a href="#" class="ts_source" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener"></a> </span> </sup> Don't put too much pressure on yourself to do this perfectly. If you and your partner end up kissing each other head-on and bumping noses a bit, then you'll naturally adjust your heads into a more comfortable position, where your noses aren't in the way.<script>if (WH.video)WH.video.add(document.getElementById('mvid-44f54f8d99'));</script> <ul><li>Unlike what you may think from the movies, this doesn't have to happen in slow motion. You'll tilt your head as you move closer to the person, not at a snail's pace, so you don't have to worry about having the time to get it perfect.</li></ul> </div> <div class="clearall"></div> </li> <li id="step-id-08"> <a name="step_1_9" class="stepanchor"></a><div class="mwimg largeimage floatcenter "><a href="#/Image:French-Kiss-Step-9-Version-8.jpg" class="image"><picture id="533f93036b336965a9f9545e7f3c88c1"><source type="image/webp" media="(max-width: 728px)" width="460" height="546" srcset="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/6/6d/French-Kiss-Step-9-Version-8.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-9-Version-8.jpg.webp 460w"></source><source type="image/jpeg" media="(max-width: 728px)" width="460" height="546" srcset="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/6/6d/French-Kiss-Step-9-Version-8.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-9-Version-8.jpg 460w"></source><source type="image/webp" media="(min-width: 729px)" width="728" height="546" srcset="/images/thumb/6/6d/French-Kiss-Step-9-Version-8.jpg/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-9-Version-8.jpg.webp 728w"></source><source type="image/jpeg" media="(min-width: 729px)" width="728" height="546" srcset="/images/thumb/6/6d/French-Kiss-Step-9-Version-8.jpg/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-9-Version-8.jpg 728w"></source><img alt="Step 9 Close your eyes." src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/6/6d/French-Kiss-Step-9-Version-8.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-9-Version-8.jpg" decoding="async" class="whcdn" width="460" height="345" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image_details"><script type="application/json">{"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/6\/6d\/French-Kiss-Step-9-Version-8.jpg\/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-9-Version-8.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/6\/6d\/French-Kiss-Step-9-Version-8.jpg\/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-9-Version-8.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}</script></div></a></div> <div class="step_num" aria-hidden="true">9</div><div class="step"> <b class="whb" aria-hidden="true">Close your eyes.</b> Just before you make contact, close your eyes. Kissing with your eyes open is generally associated with dishonesty and insincerity, and keeping your eyes closed will help you focus on and enjoy what's happening on your lips.<sup id="_ref-12" class="reference" aria-label="Link to Reference 12"><a href="#_note-12">[12]</a><span class="ts_popup " hidden id="ts_popup_12" style="display: none;"> <span class="ts_close">X</span> <span class="ts_name">Research source</span> <span class="ts_description"></span> <a href="#" class="ts_source" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener"></a> </span> </sup> Also, while you may be tempted to open your eyes to see what your kissing partner looks like in the throes of passion, this could actually unexpectedly make you crack up or not feel in the mood to kiss anymore. Closing your eyes can also help you focus on your mouth and to live in the moment, instead of trying to observe everything that's happening at close range. <ul><li>You can slowly open your eyes later, when you pull apart after the kiss.</li></ul> </div> <div class="clearall"></div> </li> <li id="step-id-09"> <a name="step_1_10" class="stepanchor"></a><div class="mwimg largeimage floatcenter "><a href="#/Image:French-Kiss-Step-10-Version-9.jpg" class="image"><picture id="2fed790e452806cfe5a1e0c932960a74"><source type="image/webp" media="(max-width: 728px)" width="460" height="546" srcset="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/c/c4/French-Kiss-Step-10-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-10-Version-9.jpg.webp 460w"></source><source type="image/jpeg" media="(max-width: 728px)" width="460" height="546" srcset="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/c/c4/French-Kiss-Step-10-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-10-Version-9.jpg 460w"></source><source type="image/webp" media="(min-width: 729px)" width="728" height="546" srcset="/images/thumb/c/c4/French-Kiss-Step-10-Version-9.jpg/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-10-Version-9.jpg.webp 728w"></source><source type="image/jpeg" media="(min-width: 729px)" width="728" height="546" srcset="/images/thumb/c/c4/French-Kiss-Step-10-Version-9.jpg/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-10-Version-9.jpg 728w"></source><img alt="Step 10 Keep your mouth in a kissable position." src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/c/c4/French-Kiss-Step-10-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-10-Version-9.jpg" decoding="async" class="whcdn" width="460" height="345" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image_details"><script type="application/json">{"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/c\/c4\/French-Kiss-Step-10-Version-9.jpg\/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-10-Version-9.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/c\/c4\/French-Kiss-Step-10-Version-9.jpg\/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-10-Version-9.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}</script></div></a></div> <div class="step_num" aria-hidden="true">10</div><div class="step"> <b class="whb" aria-hidden="true">Keep your mouth in a kissable position.</b> Don't present a stiff pucker, like you would if you went in to kiss your grandma — not only does it communicate non-romantic feelings, but it makes it physically difficult for your partner to initiate a French kiss. On the other hand, keeping your mouth completely loose and still also says that you're not interested. Here's how to hit a happy medium: <ul> <li> <a href="/Pucker-Your-Lips" title="Pucker Your Lips">Pucker</a> just a little. Push your lips forward slightly, so that you feel the slightest hint of muscle tension around them.</li> <li>Open your mouth slightly. Instead of aggressively going in for a fully open-mouthed kiss at first, keep your lips just barely parted enough that a tongue could slip between them.</li> </ul> </div> <div class="clearall"></div> </li> </ol> <div class="clearall"></div> </div> </div> <div class="section steps sticky"> <div class="headline_container block_header in-block subheadline"> <div class="altblock"><div>Part <span>2</span> </div> </div> <div class="headline_info"> <div class="method_label">Part 2 of 3:</div> <h3><span class="mw-headline" id="French-Kissing-Like-a-Pro">French Kissing Like a Pro</span></h3> </div> <a class="large_pdf_link pdf_link disabled pdf_link_steps " href="#"> <img class="pdf_link-img" loading="lazy" src="/extensions/wikihow/socialstamp/images/icon-pdf.svg" alt="PDF download" width="150" height="150"> <span class="pdfText">Download Article</span> </a> </div> <div id="steps_2" class="section_text"> <ol class="steps_list_2"> <li id="step-id-110"> <a name="step_2_1" class="stepanchor"></a><div class="mwimg largeimage whvid"><div class="content-spacer" style="padding-top:56.25%"><div class="video-player"> <div class="video-container content-fill"><video playsinline="" webkit-playsinline="" id="mvid-5cc56e5ac6" data-poster="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/a/a0/French-Kiss-Step-11-Version-8.jpg/550px-nowatermark-French-Kiss-Step-11-Version-8.jpg" data-src="/0/00/French Kiss Step 11 Version 2.360p.mp4" data-gifsrc="https://www.wikihow.com/images/e/eb/French-Kiss-Step-11-Version-2.360p.gif" data-giffirstsrc="https://www.wikihow.com/images/7/7a/French-Kiss-Step-11-Version-2.360p.first.gif" controlslist="nodownload" data-watermark="1" data-controls="1" data-vidfile="French Kiss Step 11 Version 2.360p.mp4" title="" aria-label="" muted="" loop="" class="wh-video m-video content-fill" data-alt="Step 1 Lightly brush your lips over the other person's."></video></div> <div class="m-video-controls"><div class="m-video-play-old"></div></div> <div class="m-video-wm" data-wm-title-text="to French Kiss"><img class="m-video-wm-img" src="/skins/WikiHow/images/WH_logo.svg" alt="Watermark wikiHow to French Kiss"></div> </div></div></div> <div class="step_num" aria-hidden="true">1</div><div class="step"> <b class="whb" aria-hidden="true">Lightly brush your lips over the other person's.</b> Use feather-light pressure at first, so that your lips are just barely grazing over your partner's. This builds more anticipation and excitement than diving straight into a full-on French kiss.<sup id="_ref-13" class="reference" aria-label="Link to Reference 13"><a href="#_note-13">[13]</a><span class="ts_popup " hidden id="ts_popup_13" style="display: none;"> <span class="ts_close">X</span> <span class="ts_name">Research source</span> <span class="ts_description"></span> <a href="#" class="ts_source" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener"></a> </span> </sup> This also signals to your partner that you may be wanting more without being too forward about it.<script>if (WH.video)WH.video.add(document.getElementById('mvid-5cc56e5ac6'));</script> <ul><li>Keep your movements slow. A lot of quick, light kisses don't have the same level of sexiness as a barely-restrained build in tension. Act like you have all the time in the world—the kiss will speed up soon enough.</li></ul> </div> <div class="clearall"></div> </li> <li id="step-id-111"> <a name="step_2_2" class="stepanchor"></a><div class="mwimg largeimage whvid"><div class="content-spacer" style="padding-top:56.25%"><div class="video-player"> <div class="video-container content-fill"><video playsinline="" webkit-playsinline="" id="mvid-d775f980e5" data-poster="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/f/f7/French-Kiss-Step-12-Version-8.jpg/550px-nowatermark-French-Kiss-Step-12-Version-8.jpg" data-src="/3/3c/French Kiss Step 12 Version 2.360p.mp4" data-gifsrc="https://www.wikihow.com/images/3/32/French-Kiss-Step-12-Version-2.360p.gif" data-giffirstsrc="https://www.wikihow.com/images/1/1a/French-Kiss-Step-12-Version-2.360p.first.gif" controlslist="nodownload" data-watermark="1" data-controls="1" data-vidfile="French Kiss Step 12 Version 2.360p.mp4" title="" aria-label="" muted="" loop="" class="wh-video m-video content-fill" data-alt="Step 2 Test the waters."></video></div> <div class="m-video-controls"><div class="m-video-play-old"></div></div> <div class="m-video-wm" data-wm-title-text="to French Kiss"><img class="m-video-wm-img" src="/skins/WikiHow/images/WH_logo.svg" alt="Watermark wikiHow to French Kiss"></div> </div></div></div> <div class="step_num" aria-hidden="true">2</div><div class="step"> <b class="whb" aria-hidden="true">Test the waters.</b> Once you've built a solid foundation for a French kiss with some tongueless kissing, you can give the other person some subtle hints that you're ready to kick it up a notch. In general, if it's your first time kissing the person, you should be a bit cautious before <a href="/Initiate-a-First-French-Kiss" title="Initiate a First French Kiss">initiating a French kiss</a>, because this may come off as too much too soon. But beyond that, here are some things to keep in mind as you test the waters to signal that you're ready to kiss with your tongue:<script>if (WH.video)WH.video.add(document.getElementById('mvid-d775f980e5'));</script> <ul> <li>Open your mouth more widely. Offering unrestricted access invites the other person to make the first tentative tongue contact.</li> <li>Lock lips, so that the other person's lower lip is between your two lips. Then, lightly sweep the tip of your tongue over the lower lip. Do one smooth, swift motion so that the contact lasts for less than a second. If they are interested, they'll reciprocate.<sup id="_ref-14" class="reference" aria-label="Link to Reference 14"><a href="#_note-14">[14]</a><span class="ts_popup " hidden id="ts_popup_14" style="display: none;"> <span class="ts_close">X</span> <span class="ts_name">Research source</span> <span class="ts_description"></span> <a href="#" class="ts_source" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener"></a> </span> </sup> </li> <li>Know when to pull back. If you've tried both of the above techniques and your partner hasn't responded, simply leave it alone until next time and focus on regular kissing. Avoid making a big deal of it, or guilting them.</li> </ul> </div> <div class="clearall"></div> </li> <li id="step-id-112"> <a name="step_2_3" class="stepanchor"></a><div class="mwimg largeimage whvid"><div class="content-spacer" style="padding-top:56.25%"><div class="video-player"> <div class="video-container content-fill"><video playsinline="" webkit-playsinline="" id="mvid-624d254ea0" data-poster="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/3/3e/French-Kiss-Step-13-Version-8.jpg/550px-nowatermark-French-Kiss-Step-13-Version-8.jpg" data-src="/8/86/French Kiss Step 13 Version 2.360p.mp4" data-gifsrc="https://www.wikihow.com/images/0/02/French-Kiss-Step-13-Version-2.360p.gif" data-giffirstsrc="https://www.wikihow.com/images/e/ed/French-Kiss-Step-13-Version-2.360p.first.gif" controlslist="nodownload" data-watermark="1" data-controls="1" data-vidfile="French Kiss Step 13 Version 2.360p.mp4" title="" aria-label="" muted="" loop="" class="wh-video m-video content-fill" data-alt="Step 3 Explore with your tongue."></video></div> <div class="m-video-controls"><div class="m-video-play-old"></div></div> <div class="m-video-wm" data-wm-title-text="to French Kiss"><img class="m-video-wm-img" src="/skins/WikiHow/images/WH_logo.svg" alt="Watermark wikiHow to French Kiss"></div> </div></div></div> <div class="step_num" aria-hidden="true">3</div><div class="step"> <b class="whb" aria-hidden="true">Explore with your tongue.</b> If the other person seems interested, go ahead and start French kissing for real. Remember to keep your tongue in motion and your touches light. First, just slowly slide your tongue into your partner's mouth. You can either begin by placing it above or below your partner's tongue, or even move it around the tongue a bit if you're feeling bold. Just make sure your partner's tongue is reciprocating your actions so you're not just kissing a limp tongue, or the romance will dissipate pretty quickly. Here are some things to keep in mind as you explore the French kiss:<script>if (WH.video)WH.video.add(document.getElementById('mvid-624d254ea0'));</script> <ul> <li> <a href="/Be-Playful-with-Your-Boyfriend" title="Be Playful with Your Boyfriend">Stay playful</a>. "Tag" the other person's tongue lightly and retreat back, inviting them to make the next move.</li> <li>Tongues are loaded with nerve endings, and the mere act of touching your partner's tongue with your own will be very pleasant.<sup id="_ref-15" class="reference trusted" aria-label="Link to Reference 15"><a href="#_note-15">[15]</a><span class="ts_popup trustedsource" hidden id="ts_popup_15" style="display: none;"> <span class="ts_close">X</span> <a class="ts_trustworthy" href="/wikiHow:Delivering-a-Trustworthy-Experience">Trustworthy Source</a> <span class="ts_name">Cleveland Clinic</span> <span class="ts_description">Educational website from one of the world's leading hospitals</span> <a href="#" class="ts_source" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Go to source</a> </span> </sup> </li> <li>Don't go too deep — jamming your tongue down the other person's throat is a big turn-off. Stay shallow and light at first. See how far your partner wants to go, and follow suit.</li> </ul> </div> <div class="clearall"></div> </li> <li id="step-id-113"> <a name="step_2_4" class="stepanchor"></a><div class="mwimg largeimage floatcenter "><a href="#/Image:French-Kiss-Step-14-Version-9.jpg" class="image"><picture id="3739e5739f3c96c7a4c5067ad617e70b"><source type="image/webp" media="(max-width: 728px)" width="460" height="546" srcset="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/0/01/French-Kiss-Step-14-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-14-Version-9.jpg.webp 460w"></source><source type="image/jpeg" media="(max-width: 728px)" width="460" height="546" srcset="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/0/01/French-Kiss-Step-14-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-14-Version-9.jpg 460w"></source><source type="image/webp" media="(min-width: 729px)" width="728" height="546" srcset="/images/thumb/0/01/French-Kiss-Step-14-Version-9.jpg/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-14-Version-9.jpg.webp 728w"></source><source type="image/jpeg" media="(min-width: 729px)" width="728" height="546" srcset="/images/thumb/0/01/French-Kiss-Step-14-Version-9.jpg/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-14-Version-9.jpg 728w"></source><img alt="Step 4 Breathe..." src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/0/01/French-Kiss-Step-14-Version-9.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-14-Version-9.jpg" decoding="async" class="whcdn" width="460" height="345" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image_details"><script type="application/json">{"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/0\/01\/French-Kiss-Step-14-Version-9.jpg\/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-14-Version-9.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/0\/01\/French-Kiss-Step-14-Version-9.jpg\/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-14-Version-9.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}</script></div></a></div> <div class="step_num" aria-hidden="true">4</div><div class="step"> <a href="/Breathe-While-Kissing" title="Breathe While Kissing"><b class="whb">Breathe</b></a><b class="whb">.</b> If you’re kissing for an extended period, it’s easy to forget to breathe. Believe it or not, gasping and turning blue isn't very romantic. You may think that a truly passionate kiss involves many minutes of non-stop kisses, but if you really want to up the romance factor, then you have to stay alert and conscious. Once you fall into a rhythm, you should be able to find a suitable pattern for breathing without interrupting the flow of your kisses. Here's what you need to know: <ul> <li>Take small breaths through your nose as you kiss.</li> <li>Don't be afraid to take a break. If you do it right, it can still be an intimate and sexy moment. Pull back slightly so that your foreheads are still touching, make eye contact, and smile.</li> <li>As you and your partner grow comfortable with the kiss, you can try breathing through your mouth a little: sharing breaths as well can <a href="/Be-Romantic" title="Be Romantic">be romantic</a> (but not everybody likes it).</li> </ul> </div> <div class="clearall"></div> </li> </ol> <div class="clearall"></div> </div> </div> <div class="section steps sticky"> <div class="headline_container block_header in-block subheadline"> <div class="altblock"><div>Part <span>3</span> </div> </div> <div class="headline_info"> <div class="method_label">Part 3 of 3:</div> <h3><span class="mw-headline" id="Mastering-Advanced-Techniques">Mastering Advanced Techniques</span></h3> </div> <a class="large_pdf_link pdf_link disabled pdf_link_steps " href="#"> <img class="pdf_link-img" loading="lazy" src="/extensions/wikihow/socialstamp/images/icon-pdf.svg" alt="PDF download" width="150" height="150"> <span class="pdfText">Download Article</span> </a> </div> <div id="steps_3" class="section_text"> <ol class="steps_list_2"> <li id="step-id-214"> <a name="step_3_1" class="stepanchor"></a><div class="mwimg largeimage whvid"><div class="content-spacer" style="padding-top:56.25%"><div class="video-player"> <div class="video-container content-fill"><video playsinline="" webkit-playsinline="" id="mvid-ef7e71316d" data-poster="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/9/9a/French-Kiss-Step-15-Version-7.jpg/550px-nowatermark-French-Kiss-Step-15-Version-7.jpg" data-src="/b/b5/French Kiss Step 15 Version 2.360p.mp4" data-gifsrc="https://www.wikihow.com/images/f/f6/French-Kiss-Step-15-Version-2.360p.gif" data-giffirstsrc="https://www.wikihow.com/images/b/be/French-Kiss-Step-15-Version-2.360p.first.gif" controlslist="nodownload" data-watermark="1" data-controls="1" data-vidfile="French Kiss Step 15 Version 2.360p.mp4" title="" aria-label="" muted="" loop="" class="wh-video m-video content-fill" data-alt="Step 1 Mix it up."></video></div> <div class="m-video-controls"><div class="m-video-play-old"></div></div> <div class="m-video-wm" data-wm-title-text="to French Kiss"><img class="m-video-wm-img" src="/skins/WikiHow/images/WH_logo.svg" alt="Watermark wikiHow to French Kiss"></div> </div></div></div> <div class="step_num" aria-hidden="true">1</div><div class="step"> <b class="whb" aria-hidden="true">Mix it up.</b> Kisses are like snowflakes: no two are exactly the same. Once you feel comfortable French kissing someone, it is tempting to try to do the same thing every time, but you should resist if you want to keep things interesting. You should be able to fall into a nice, comfortable rhythm while adding enough variety from time to time to keep things interesting. Here's what you can vary:<script>if (WH.video)WH.video.add(document.getElementById('mvid-ef7e71316d'));</script> <ul> <li>Speed: Varying the speed of your kisses is a good way to try something different without potentially intimidating your partner. Once you've got the slow kiss mastered, try going a little faster for a few seconds — it should leave you both a little breathless!</li> <li>Depth: Once you're comfortable with someone, try kissing a little more deeply. The key to pulling this off is keeping your speed under control. Or, if you want things to be a little more flirty and playful, return to shallow kisses.</li> <li>Pressure: Like a deep kiss, a hard kiss should be reserved for a situation in which you already know both you and your partner are comfortable. Be a little bit more forceful with your tongue, but be sure to keep it in motion.<sup id="_ref-16" class="reference" aria-label="Link to Reference 16"><a href="#_note-16">[16]</a><span class="ts_popup " hidden id="ts_popup_16" style="display: none;"> <span class="ts_close">X</span> <span class="ts_name">Research source</span> <span class="ts_description"></span> <a href="#" class="ts_source" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener"></a> </span> </sup> </li> <li>Teeth: You may want to try rubbing the backs or front of the other person's teeth with your tongue. This can create a ticklish feeling that might enhance your kiss. You could also try <i>lightly</i> catching the other person's lower lip with your teeth. Be aware, though, that not everyone likes their kisses with a side of teeth — be prepared to put your chompers away.</li> </ul> </div> <div class="clearall"></div> </li> <li id="step-id-215"> <a name="step_3_2" class="stepanchor"></a><div class="mwimg largeimage whvid"><div class="content-spacer" style="padding-top:56.25%"><div class="video-player"> <div class="video-container content-fill"><video playsinline="" webkit-playsinline="" id="mvid-1903bd287d" data-poster="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/b/b8/French-Kiss-Step-16-Version-7.jpg/550px-nowatermark-French-Kiss-Step-16-Version-7.jpg" data-src="/d/dd/French Kiss Step 16 Version 2.360p.mp4" data-gifsrc="https://www.wikihow.com/images/b/bb/French-Kiss-Step-16-Version-2.360p.gif" data-giffirstsrc="https://www.wikihow.com/images/8/86/French-Kiss-Step-16-Version-2.360p.first.gif" controlslist="nodownload" data-watermark="1" data-controls="1" data-vidfile="French Kiss Step 16 Version 2.360p.mp4" title="" aria-label="" muted="" loop="" class="wh-video m-video content-fill" data-alt="Step 2 Use your hands..."></video></div> <div class="m-video-controls"><div class="m-video-play-old"></div></div> <div class="m-video-wm" data-wm-title-text="to French Kiss"><img class="m-video-wm-img" src="/skins/WikiHow/images/WH_logo.svg" alt="Watermark wikiHow to French Kiss"></div> </div></div></div> <div class="step_num" aria-hidden="true">2</div><div class="step"> <a href="/Use-Your-Hands-During-a-Kiss" title="Use Your Hands During a Kiss"><b class="whb">Use your hands</b></a><b class="whb">.</b> While you should keep your hands polite, especially on a first kiss, you don’t necessarily want them just dangling at your sides. Using your hands and touching your partner's body (while keeping it respectful) can enhance the romantic feeling of the kiss and can make you and your kissing partner feel more connected.<sup id="_ref-18" class="reference" aria-label="Link to Reference 18"><a href="#_note-18">[17]</a><span class="ts_popup " hidden id="ts_popup_18" style="display: none;"> <span class="ts_close">X</span> <span class="ts_name">Research source</span> <span class="ts_description"></span> <a href="#" class="ts_source" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener"></a> </span> </sup> Once you make contact with your partner's body, you can move your hands around gently from time to time without being frantic about it. Here's what you need to know about using your hands while you French kiss:<script>if (WH.video)WH.video.add(document.getElementById('mvid-1903bd287d'));</script> <ul> <li>As a general rule, start with your hands on your partner's hips and then slowly move them around their back or up to the face and hair. </li> <li>Another turn-on for the first kiss is to gently caress the other person's shoulder. It shows you are comfortable with them.</li> <li>Cradle your partner's face with your hands on their cheeks and their neck.</li> <li>Or, go for an old standby: simply wrap your arms around your partner in an embrace.</li> </ul> </div> <div class="clearall"></div> </li> <li id="step-id-216"> <a name="step_3_3" class="stepanchor"></a><div class="mwimg largeimage floatcenter "><a href="#/Image:French-Kiss-Step-17-Version-8.jpg" class="image"><picture id="bd81aa40cca0c66d7c9c3832ed81610e"><source type="image/webp" media="(max-width: 728px)" width="460" height="546" srcset="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/c/ce/French-Kiss-Step-17-Version-8.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-17-Version-8.jpg.webp 460w"></source><source type="image/jpeg" media="(max-width: 728px)" width="460" height="546" srcset="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/c/ce/French-Kiss-Step-17-Version-8.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-17-Version-8.jpg 460w"></source><source type="image/webp" media="(min-width: 729px)" width="728" height="546" srcset="/images/thumb/c/ce/French-Kiss-Step-17-Version-8.jpg/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-17-Version-8.jpg.webp 728w"></source><source type="image/jpeg" media="(min-width: 729px)" width="728" height="546" srcset="/images/thumb/c/ce/French-Kiss-Step-17-Version-8.jpg/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-17-Version-8.jpg 728w"></source><img alt="Step 3 Read your partner's..." src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/c/ce/French-Kiss-Step-17-Version-8.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-17-Version-8.jpg" decoding="async" class="whcdn" width="460" height="345" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image_details"><script type="application/json">{"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/c\/ce\/French-Kiss-Step-17-Version-8.jpg\/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-17-Version-8.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/c\/ce\/French-Kiss-Step-17-Version-8.jpg\/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-17-Version-8.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}</script></div></a></div> <div class="step_num" aria-hidden="true">3</div><div class="step"> <b class="whb">Read your partner's <a href="/Read-Your-Partner%27s-Body-Language" title="Read Your Partner's Body Language"><b class="whb">body language</b></a>.</b> Everybody kisses a little differently, and each person enjoys different things in a kiss — there is no "right" way to kiss. Good kissing requires give-and-take, so read your partner’s body language and pay attention to clues that tell you you’re doing something they like. The most important thing is to make sure that your kissing partner is comfortable with the pace of your kissing and affectionate gestures. <ul> <li>Not everybody likes to be kissed the same way, so while your former partner might have enjoyed one method of kissing, your new <a href="/Know-if-a-Person-Truly-Loves-You" title="Know if a Person Truly Loves You">love</a> might not. You need to learn to read signals and adapt to a style that's comfortable for each of you.</li> <li>If your partner pulls away or seems uncomfortable at any time, understand that you have to slow it down.</li> <li>Let your partner kiss you back and move with them as long as you’re comfortable with what they are doing.</li> <li> <a href="/Be-a-Good-Listener" title="Be a Good Listener">Listen</a> for clues that tell how much your partner is enjoying a particular maneuver. If you hear a sigh or moan, or they begin kissing you back with increased intensity, you're on the right track.</li> </ul> </div> <div class="clearall"></div> </li> <li id="step-id-217"> <a name="step_3_4" class="stepanchor"></a><div class="mwimg largeimage whvid"><div class="content-spacer" style="padding-top:56.25%"><div class="video-player"> <div class="video-container content-fill"><video playsinline="" webkit-playsinline="" id="mvid-1c36dd3f1e" data-poster="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/0/0e/French-Kiss-Step-18-Version-7.jpg/550px-nowatermark-French-Kiss-Step-18-Version-7.jpg" data-src="/2/2b/French Kiss Step 18 Version 2.360p.mp4" data-gifsrc="https://www.wikihow.com/images/0/0d/French-Kiss-Step-18-Version-2.360p.gif" data-giffirstsrc="https://www.wikihow.com/images/1/1f/French-Kiss-Step-18-Version-2.360p.first.gif" controlslist="nodownload" data-watermark="1" data-controls="1" data-vidfile="French Kiss Step 18 Version 2.360p.mp4" title="" aria-label="" muted="" loop="" class="wh-video m-video content-fill" data-alt="Step 4 Practice..."></video></div> <div class="m-video-controls"><div class="m-video-play-old"></div></div> <div class="m-video-wm" data-wm-title-text="to French Kiss"><img class="m-video-wm-img" src="/skins/WikiHow/images/WH_logo.svg" alt="Watermark wikiHow to French Kiss"></div> </div></div></div> <div class="step_num" aria-hidden="true">4</div><div class="step"> <a href="/Practice-French-Kissing" title="Practice French Kissing"><b class="whb">Practice</b></a><b class="whb">.</b> Good French kissing, like good kissing of any kind, requires practice. You will get better as you do it more. In addition, the more practice you have with one person, the more comfortable you will feel kissing them and developing a style that suits both of you. Just because you may not have had a stellar first kiss doesn't mean that you and your kissing partner are romantically doomed; have patience and keep kissing slowly and gently until you fall into a rhythm that works for you.<script>if (WH.video)WH.video.add(document.getElementById('mvid-1c36dd3f1e'));</script> <ul> <li>Don't take yourselves too seriously, either. If you tried something that just plain failed, it's okay to laugh, to lightly apologize, and to try again. If you act devastated after a disappointing kiss, you'll only be making things weird for your partner, and there's no need for that.</li> <li>Most first kisses, like most first attempts at love-making, aren't anything to write home about. Part of the fun is getting better at it — together.</li> </ul> </div> <div class="clearall"></div> </li> <li class="final_li" id="step-id-218"> <a name="step_3_5" class="stepanchor"></a><div class="mwimg largeimage floatcenter "><a href="#/Image:French-Kiss-Step-19-Version-8.jpg" class="image"><picture id="21a7cc8f86bf968bd4499d93998364b1"><source type="image/webp" media="(max-width: 728px)" width="460" height="546" srcset="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/7/75/French-Kiss-Step-19-Version-8.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-19-Version-8.jpg.webp 460w"></source><source type="image/jpeg" media="(max-width: 728px)" width="460" height="546" srcset="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/7/75/French-Kiss-Step-19-Version-8.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-19-Version-8.jpg 460w"></source><source type="image/webp" media="(min-width: 729px)" width="728" height="546" srcset="/images/thumb/7/75/French-Kiss-Step-19-Version-8.jpg/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-19-Version-8.jpg.webp 728w"></source><source type="image/jpeg" media="(min-width: 729px)" width="728" height="546" srcset="/images/thumb/7/75/French-Kiss-Step-19-Version-8.jpg/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-19-Version-8.jpg 728w"></source><img alt="Step 5 Communicate." src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/7/75/French-Kiss-Step-19-Version-8.jpg/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-19-Version-8.jpg" decoding="async" class="whcdn" width="460" height="345" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image_details"><script type="application/json">{"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/7\/75\/French-Kiss-Step-19-Version-8.jpg\/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-19-Version-8.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/7\/75\/French-Kiss-Step-19-Version-8.jpg\/aid28163-v4-728px-French-Kiss-Step-19-Version-8.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}</script></div></a></div> <div class="step_num" aria-hidden="true">5</div><div class="step"> <b class="whb" aria-hidden="true">Communicate.</b> If you really like the way your partner kisses you, let them know. If you don't like something, also let your partner know that, but approach it delicately and compliment them at the same time on something they did that you liked. If your partner is being honest and open with you, try not to overreact or get hurt, or this may make your partner feel hesitant to communicate with you in the future. <ul> <li>Even if the kiss goes all wrong, it can still be an intimate affair if you can both <a href="/Laugh" title="Laugh">laugh</a> about it together! The important thing is that you're both honest about how you're feeling and what you want to do to improve.</li> <li>You should also communicate by telling your partner how attractive they look, and how much you like them. Make it clear how happy you are to be with the person you're with and the French kissing will come all the more naturally.</li> <li>If communication feels hard, get expert help with wikiHow’s course: <a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="external text" href="https://www.wikihow.com/Course/Talking-About-Sex">How to Talk about Sex (Without Feeling Awkward)</a>. 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Swallow periodically <i>without</i> breaking the kiss. If you have trouble doing that, do not be afraid to pull away for a moment. Smiling when you pull away can reassure your partner that you're just taking a small break, not rejecting their affection. This is the sign of a good kisser.<div class="clearall tips_li_div"></div> </div> <div class="wh_vote_container tips_li_div"> <span class="wh_thumb_response wh_thumb_msg">Thanks</span> <div class="tips_li_div"> <a href="#" data-hash="7b4e785f58eee5b6e374ff458b505074" data-vote="up" data-type="1" class="trvote_up_7b4e785f58eee5b6e374ff458b505074_1 vote_up wh_vote_box"> Helpful <span class="tr_vote">118</span> </a> <a href="#" data-hash="7b4e785f58eee5b6e374ff458b505074" data-vote="down" data-type="1" class="trvote_down_7b4e785f58eee5b6e374ff458b505074_1 vote_down wh_vote_box"> Not Helpful <span class="tr_vote">20</span> </a> </div> </div> </li> <li class="tips_ul_li"> <div class="tips_li_div">Be an active partner. If someone is French kissing you and you want them to do so, do not just sit there but get into the kiss. Reciprocate their actions, and alternate taking the lead on the movements of your tongues and lips. If you are uncomfortable with any part of the kiss, do not be afraid to pull away or gently close your lips. 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Some find it extremely romantic if you lightly suck your partner's upper or bottom lip as you part. 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It doesn't matter whether..." }</script><script type="application/ld+json">{ "@context": "http:\/\/schema.org", "@type": "HowTo", "headline": "How to French Kiss (with Pictures) - wikiHow", "name": "How to French Kiss (with Pictures) - wikiHow", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/7\/75\/French-Kiss-Step-19-Version-8.jpg\/aid28163-v4-1200px-French-Kiss-Step-19-Version-8.jpg", "width": 1200, "height": 900 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Eddy Baller", "sameAs": [ "https:\/\/www.conquerandwin.com\/", "https:\/\/twitter.com\/Conquertowin", "https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/EddyBaller\/" ] }, "datePublished": "2006-03-17", "dateModified": "2025-03-21", "publisher": { "@context": "http:\/\/schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "wikiHow", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/skins\/owl\/images\/wikihow_logo_nobg_60.png", "width": 326, "height": 60 }, "sameAs": [ "https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/wikiHow\/", "https:\/\/twitter.com\/wikiHow", "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/wikihow\/", "https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/wikihow\/", "https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/WikiHow" ] }, "step": [ { "@type": "HowToSection", "name": "Making a Move", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Keep your lips soft. A soft, smooth, and slightly moist mouth is ideal for kissing. Before you move in, you should make sure your lips aren't chapped or dry so your partner isn't distracted or put off by the state of your lips. If you want to soften your lips before you go in for the kiss, you should try these quick fixes:\n\nUse chapstick. Swipe some over your lips and press them together. (If you have flavored chapstick, all the better!) The only caveat is that you should apply lip balm or gloss an hour or more before you kiss, so your kissing partner feels your soft lips, not the thick layer of gloss over them.\nDrink water. Dry lips are a sign of dehydration, so throw back a tall glass of water (or two). You should notice your lips starting to smooth out within 20 to 30 minutes.\nLick your lips. If you're really in a pinch and have no time to spare, quickly run your tongue over your lips and press them together. This should moisten them slightly without making them slobbery or slick. You can even lick your lips a bit subtly while making eye contact with your kissing partner.", "image": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/8\/80\/French-Kiss-Step-1-Version-9.jpg\/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-1-Version-9.jpg", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/French-Kiss#step-id-00" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Freshen your breath. You never want to have bad breath when you are about to kiss someone, whether the kiss is a French kiss or not. Because your mouth will be open in a French kiss, fresh breath is especially important. Practice good dental hygiene. If you know you are about to kiss someone, take a second to brush your teeth or at least rinse out your mouth with water.\n\nAlways have breath mints or mint-flavored gum with you if you think there is a chance you might kiss someone while you are out. If you want to be subtle, you can quickly suck on a breath mint or chew gum for a minute in the bathroom, so you don't make it too obvious that you're ready to kiss.\nAvoid foods that leave an unpleasant aftertaste or residue, particularly garlic, coffee, onions, milk, and corn. If you're on a dinner date before the big kiss, try to eat strategically.", "image": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/7\/78\/French-Kiss-Step-2-Version-9.jpg\/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-2-Version-9.jpg", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/French-Kiss#step-id-01" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Find the right moment. A good kiss\u2014especially a first kiss or first French kiss\u2014is the culmination of building tension and growing intimacy. Choose your moment right to make sure you and your partner are both in a mindset to really lose yourselves in the kiss. You should have privacy and should both be feeling romantic instead of stressed or distracted, for one thing. When is the moment right? It depends on your individual situation, but here are a few signs to keep in mind:\n\nYou have complete privacy. Whether you're alone on your balcony or sitting on a secluded bench in a park, you're not worried that someone will interrupt you.\nThe other person keeps dropping hints, like locking eyes and looking at your lips, or standing or sitting progressively closer to you. Regardless of your partner's gender, their body language should give you a clue about whether now is the right time to make your move.\n\nYou're ending a date that went really well. In the car or on the porch are both good semi-private locations for a goodnight kiss.\nIt just seems right. If you feel overwhelmingly compelled to kiss someone, don't be too afraid to just go for it. (Just be prepared for an awkward or even troubling situation if you discover your intended didn't feel the same way.)\n\nAsk. If you aren't sure whether the other person is feeling it, bring up the topic. Better to get permission semi-awkwardly and go ahead with confidence than risk missing out on your chance to kiss that special someone (accidentally kiss someone who isn't interested).", "image": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/6\/61\/French-Kiss-Step-3-Version-9.jpg\/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-3-Version-9.jpg", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/French-Kiss#step-id-02" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Make eye contact. Gaze deeply into the other person's eyes. If you want to make your intentions extra clear, slowly move your gaze to their lips, then back up to the eyes. You can even make intense eye contact, break it for a few seconds, and then look back at the person. This is a way of showing the person you want to kiss that you're pleasantly overwhelmed at the sight of them.\nGirls can even look at a guy, look down, and then look up through their lashes to be extra flirtatious.", "image": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/0\/03\/French-Kiss-Step-4-Version-9.jpg\/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-4-Version-9.jpg", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/French-Kiss#step-id-03" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Smile. If you're really excited about the prospect of kissing the other person, show it! A smile keeps the situation light and fun, while helping them feel safe and relaxed. Make sure your smile is soft and genuine, however, and not a forced, too-wide, or overly intense smile. Just slowly and languidly ease your lips into a smile. Show your future kissing partner how happy you are to be in their company. Continue to make eye contact as you do this, or break it for a few seconds before you return it.\nYou can opt for a close-lipped smile instead of smiling while showing your teeth, which might come off more as friendly than alluring or romantic.", "image": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/6\/6a\/French-Kiss-Step-5-Version-9.jpg\/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-5-Version-9.jpg", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/French-Kiss#step-id-04" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Break the touch barrier. Once you're alone with the person you like and you're smiling and making eye contact, you can decide if you want to go in for the kiss without touching, or if you want to break the touch barrier first. This can mean sitting with your legs touching, holding hands, putting your hand on the person's knee, stroking the person's arm, or just giving a sign of affection. If you've kissed the person on the lips before, then breaking the touch barrier may feel more natural for you, and you should make an effort to touch the person before you touch lips so both of you feel more at ease.\nYou can also break the touch barrier as you're moving in to kiss the person. If you're standing, you can touch the person's arms, neck, or shoulders as you move in for the kiss. If you're sitting, you can put a hand on the person's back.", "image": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/0\/08\/French-Kiss-Step-6-Version-8.jpg\/550px-nowatermark-French-Kiss-Step-6-Version-8.jpg", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/French-Kiss#step-id-05" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Move in. When the moment seems right, go in for the approach. In general, you should be moving slowly enough that the other person has time to say no, but not so slow that the moment loses its spark. When you start to get the feeling that your kissing partner is ready for the next step, you shouldn't dilly-dally. Move your body toward their body until your heads are just a few inches apart. That's when you'll have to start angling your head for the best kissing position.\nTake it slow. The slow approach builds tension and anticipation. Move in at a pace that gives the other person a chance to consent (or not). When they see you coming in, they may move to meet you, so going slow will prevent you from accidentally bumping heads.", "image": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/9\/93\/French-Kiss-Step-7-Version-8.jpg\/550px-nowatermark-French-Kiss-Step-7-Version-8.jpg", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/French-Kiss#step-id-06" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Tilt your head slightly to one side. Meeting head-on will result in bumping noses. Instead, just tilt your head slightly to the left or right. If you notice the other person going in one direction, pick the opposite. Don't put too much pressure on yourself to do this perfectly. If you and your partner end up kissing each other head-on and bumping noses a bit, then you'll naturally adjust your heads into a more comfortable position, where your noses aren't in the way.\nUnlike what you may think from the movies, this doesn't have to happen in slow motion. You'll tilt your head as you move closer to the person, not at a snail's pace, so you don't have to worry about having the time to get it perfect.", "image": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/b\/bb\/French-Kiss-Step-8-Version-8.jpg\/550px-nowatermark-French-Kiss-Step-8-Version-8.jpg", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/French-Kiss#step-id-07" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Close your eyes. Just before you make contact, close your eyes. Kissing with your eyes open is generally associated with dishonesty and insincerity, and keeping your eyes closed will help you focus on and enjoy what's happening on your lips. Also, while you may be tempted to open your eyes to see what your kissing partner looks like in the throes of passion, this could actually unexpectedly make you crack up or not feel in the mood to kiss anymore. Closing your eyes can also help you focus on your mouth and to live in the moment, instead of trying to observe everything that's happening at close range.\nYou can slowly open your eyes later, when you pull apart after the kiss.", "image": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/6\/6d\/French-Kiss-Step-9-Version-8.jpg\/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-9-Version-8.jpg", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/French-Kiss#step-id-08" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Keep your mouth in a kissable position. Don't present a stiff pucker, like you would if you went in to kiss your grandma \u2014 not only does it communicate non-romantic feelings, but it makes it physically difficult for your partner to initiate a French kiss. On the other hand, keeping your mouth completely loose and still also says that you're not interested. Here's how to hit a happy medium:\n\n\nPucker just a little. Push your lips forward slightly, so that you feel the slightest hint of muscle tension around them.\nOpen your mouth slightly. Instead of aggressively going in for a fully open-mouthed kiss at first, keep your lips just barely parted enough that a tongue could slip between them.", "image": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/c\/c4\/French-Kiss-Step-10-Version-9.jpg\/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-10-Version-9.jpg", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/French-Kiss#step-id-09" } ] }, { "@type": "HowToSection", "name": "French Kissing Like a Pro", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Lightly brush your lips over the other person's. Use feather-light pressure at first, so that your lips are just barely grazing over your partner's. This builds more anticipation and excitement than diving straight into a full-on French kiss. This also signals to your partner that you may be wanting more without being too forward about it.\nKeep your movements slow. A lot of quick, light kisses don't have the same level of sexiness as a barely-restrained build in tension. Act like you have all the time in the world\u2014the kiss will speed up soon enough.", "image": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/a\/a0\/French-Kiss-Step-11-Version-8.jpg\/550px-nowatermark-French-Kiss-Step-11-Version-8.jpg", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/French-Kiss#step-id-110" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Test the waters. Once you've built a solid foundation for a French kiss with some tongueless kissing, you can give the other person some subtle hints that you're ready to kick it up a notch. In general, if it's your first time kissing the person, you should be a bit cautious before initiating a French kiss, because this may come off as too much too soon. But beyond that, here are some things to keep in mind as you test the waters to signal that you're ready to kiss with your tongue:\n\nOpen your mouth more widely. Offering unrestricted access invites the other person to make the first tentative tongue contact.\nLock lips, so that the other person's lower lip is between your two lips. Then, lightly sweep the tip of your tongue over the lower lip. Do one smooth, swift motion so that the contact lasts for less than a second. If they are interested, they'll reciprocate.\n\nKnow when to pull back. If you've tried both of the above techniques and your partner hasn't responded, simply leave it alone until next time and focus on regular kissing. Avoid making a big deal of it, or guilting them.", "image": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/f\/f7\/French-Kiss-Step-12-Version-8.jpg\/550px-nowatermark-French-Kiss-Step-12-Version-8.jpg", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/French-Kiss#step-id-111" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Explore with your tongue. If the other person seems interested, go ahead and start French kissing for real. Remember to keep your tongue in motion and your touches light. First, just slowly slide your tongue into your partner's mouth. You can either begin by placing it above or below your partner's tongue, or even move it around the tongue a bit if you're feeling bold. Just make sure your partner's tongue is reciprocating your actions so you're not just kissing a limp tongue, or the romance will dissipate pretty quickly. Here are some things to keep in mind as you explore the French kiss:\n\n\nStay playful. \"Tag\" the other person's tongue lightly and retreat back, inviting them to make the next move.\nTongues are loaded with nerve endings, and the mere act of touching your partner's tongue with your own will be very pleasant.\n\nDon't go too deep \u2014 jamming your tongue down the other person's throat is a big turn-off. Stay shallow and light at first. See how far your partner wants to go, and follow suit.", "image": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/3\/3e\/French-Kiss-Step-13-Version-8.jpg\/550px-nowatermark-French-Kiss-Step-13-Version-8.jpg", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/French-Kiss#step-id-112" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Breathe. If you\u2019re kissing for an extended period, it\u2019s easy to forget to breathe. Believe it or not, gasping and turning blue isn't very romantic. You may think that a truly passionate kiss involves many minutes of non-stop kisses, but if you really want to up the romance factor, then you have to stay alert and conscious. Once you fall into a rhythm, you should be able to find a suitable pattern for breathing without interrupting the flow of your kisses. Here's what you need to know:\n\nTake small breaths through your nose as you kiss.\nDon't be afraid to take a break. If you do it right, it can still be an intimate and sexy moment. Pull back slightly so that your foreheads are still touching, make eye contact, and smile.\nAs you and your partner grow comfortable with the kiss, you can try breathing through your mouth a little: sharing breaths as well can be romantic (but not everybody likes it).", "image": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/0\/01\/French-Kiss-Step-14-Version-9.jpg\/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-14-Version-9.jpg", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/French-Kiss#step-id-113" } ] }, { "@type": "HowToSection", "name": "Mastering Advanced Techniques", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Mix it up. Kisses are like snowflakes: no two are exactly the same. Once you feel comfortable French kissing someone, it is tempting to try to do the same thing every time, but you should resist if you want to keep things interesting. You should be able to fall into a nice, comfortable rhythm while adding enough variety from time to time to keep things interesting. Here's what you can vary:\n\nSpeed: Varying the speed of your kisses is a good way to try something different without potentially intimidating your partner. Once you've got the slow kiss mastered, try going a little faster for a few seconds \u2014 it should leave you both a little breathless!\nDepth: Once you're comfortable with someone, try kissing a little more deeply. The key to pulling this off is keeping your speed under control. Or, if you want things to be a little more flirty and playful, return to shallow kisses.\nPressure: Like a deep kiss, a hard kiss should be reserved for a situation in which you already know both you and your partner are comfortable. Be a little bit more forceful with your tongue, but be sure to keep it in motion.\n\nTeeth: You may want to try rubbing the backs or front of the other person's teeth with your tongue. This can create a ticklish feeling that might enhance your kiss. You could also try lightly catching the other person's lower lip with your teeth. Be aware, though, that not everyone likes their kisses with a side of teeth \u2014 be prepared to put your chompers away.", "image": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/9\/9a\/French-Kiss-Step-15-Version-7.jpg\/550px-nowatermark-French-Kiss-Step-15-Version-7.jpg", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/French-Kiss#step-id-214" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Use your hands. While you should keep your hands polite, especially on a first kiss, you don\u2019t necessarily want them just dangling at your sides. Using your hands and touching your partner's body (while keeping it respectful) can enhance the romantic feeling of the kiss and can make you and your kissing partner feel more connected. Once you make contact with your partner's body, you can move your hands around gently from time to time without being frantic about it. Here's what you need to know about using your hands while you French kiss:\n\nAs a general rule, start with your hands on your partner's hips and then slowly move them around their back or up to the face and hair.\n\nAnother turn-on for the first kiss is to gently caress the other person's shoulder. It shows you are comfortable with them.\nCradle your partner's face with your hands on their cheeks and their neck.\nOr, go for an old standby: simply wrap your arms around your partner in an embrace.", "image": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/b\/b8\/French-Kiss-Step-16-Version-7.jpg\/550px-nowatermark-French-Kiss-Step-16-Version-7.jpg", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/French-Kiss#step-id-215" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Read your partner's body language. Everybody kisses a little differently, and each person enjoys different things in a kiss \u2014 there is no \"right\" way to kiss. Good kissing requires give-and-take, so read your partner\u2019s body language and pay attention to clues that tell you you\u2019re doing something they like. The most important thing is to make sure that your kissing partner is comfortable with the pace of your kissing and affectionate gestures.\n\nNot everybody likes to be kissed the same way, so while your former partner might have enjoyed one method of kissing, your new love might not. You need to learn to read signals and adapt to a style that's comfortable for each of you.\nIf your partner pulls away or seems uncomfortable at any time, understand that you have to slow it down.\nLet your partner kiss you back and move with them as long as you\u2019re comfortable with what they are doing.\n\nListen for clues that tell how much your partner is enjoying a particular maneuver. If you hear a sigh or moan, or they begin kissing you back with increased intensity, you're on the right track.", "image": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/c\/ce\/French-Kiss-Step-17-Version-8.jpg\/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-17-Version-8.jpg", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/French-Kiss#step-id-216" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Practice. Good French kissing, like good kissing of any kind, requires practice. You will get better as you do it more. In addition, the more practice you have with one person, the more comfortable you will feel kissing them and developing a style that suits both of you. Just because you may not have had a stellar first kiss doesn't mean that you and your kissing partner are romantically doomed; have patience and keep kissing slowly and gently until you fall into a rhythm that works for you.\n\nDon't take yourselves too seriously, either. If you tried something that just plain failed, it's okay to laugh, to lightly apologize, and to try again. If you act devastated after a disappointing kiss, you'll only be making things weird for your partner, and there's no need for that.\nMost first kisses, like most first attempts at love-making, aren't anything to write home about. Part of the fun is getting better at it \u2014 together.", "image": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/0\/0e\/French-Kiss-Step-18-Version-7.jpg\/550px-nowatermark-French-Kiss-Step-18-Version-7.jpg", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/French-Kiss#step-id-217" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Communicate. If you really like the way your partner kisses you, let them know. If you don't like something, also let your partner know that, but approach it delicately and compliment them at the same time on something they did that you liked. If your partner is being honest and open with you, try not to overreact or get hurt, or this may make your partner feel hesitant to communicate with you in the future.\n\nEven if the kiss goes all wrong, it can still be an intimate affair if you can both laugh about it together! The important thing is that you're both honest about how you're feeling and what you want to do to improve.\nYou should also communicate by telling your partner how attractive they look, and how much you like them. Make it clear how happy you are to be with the person you're with and the French kissing will come all the more naturally.\nIf communication feels hard, get expert help with wikiHow\u2019s course: How to Talk about Sex (Without Feeling Awkward). This expert course is created by a Sex and Relationship Psychologist, and it will walk you through how to talk to your partner about kissing, sex, and other intimate activities.", "image": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/7\/75\/French-Kiss-Step-19-Version-8.jpg\/v4-460px-French-Kiss-Step-19-Version-8.jpg", "url": "https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/French-Kiss#step-id-218" } ] } ], "description": "You've seen it done in the movies and probably even in public\u2014the French kiss, a timeless and passionate gesture of romantic affection, aka \"kissing with tongue.\" But what makes a French kiss from good to great? 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