Frottage: all the pleasure, without penetration
Proof that penetration is not necessary to go far. Frottage —rubbing bodies and genitals against each other— is sensual, safe, and surprisingly intense: skin against skin, with no tool other than desire.
Also known as: frottage · body rubbing · frot · tribadism · sex between thighs · intercrural · outercourse
Key facts
- Interaction type
- Body and genital rubbing without penetration
- Active anatomy
- Body / External Genitalia
- Receptive anatomy
- Body / External Genitalia / Thighs
- Main stimulation
- Friction / Clitoris / External
- Participants
- 2
Anatomy and biomechanics
Stimulation by bodily and genital friction without penetration: includes tribadism (vulva against vulva), frot (penis against penis), genital rubbing against the body, and intercrural sex (between the thighs). As there is no penetration, it is of very low transmission risk and suitable for any moment; pleasure comes from direct rubbing and full body contact.
Why this position works
It is intimacy and pure desire: skin-to-skin contact, the freedom of not depending on penetration, and the safety of a low-risk practice. Very versatile —suitable for any couple and moment—, it is ideal as a complete practice or as foreplay that heats things up without rushing.
Variations of this position
1. Genital to genital: direct contact
Two people rubbing their genitals against each other, direct contact without penetration.
The genitals rub directly against each other; maximum external stimulation.
- Seek direct genital contact.
- Find the angle that stimulates the most.
- Maintain a constant rhythm.
2. Between the thighs: intercrural
Intercrural sex, genitals sliding between the partner's closed thighs.
One person slides their genitals between the other's closed thighs; an enveloping and secure feeling.
- The receiver closes their thighs.
- The other person slides their genitals between them.
- Lubricant for better sliding.
Setups and participants
Couple · 2 people base setup
- Gay Most common
- Hetero Most common
- Lesbian Most common
- Non-binary / anyone Most common
Frequently asked questions
Can you reach orgasm without penetration?
Of course; direct friction, especially of the clitoris, is very effective.
Is it safe?
Very low risk of transmission, although direct genital contact is not zero risk.
Which couples is it suitable for?
For all; it is the star practice when penetration is not sought or cannot be achieved.
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Sources and references
- Literatura de sexología clínica y ergonomía sexual
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