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Sensual Massage, Erotic Wellness & Pleasure Education for Women & Couples

An educational resource dedicated to female sexuality, sensual massage, erotic wellness, and informed, consent-based exploration.

Our blog is a resource for women and allies seeking thoughtful, evidence-based guidance on sensual wellbeing, consent-focused erotic practices, and embodied pleasure. Whether you’re curious about sensual massage techniques, want to understand how libido changes across life stages, or are exploring power dynamics like BDSM in a safe, respectful way, you’ll find posts designed to inform, empower, and destigmatise these topics.

We also examine fantasies and power play through a grounded, safety-focused lens, with guidance on role play, cuckold scenarios, shibari, domination, and conscious erotic practices. Alongside this, you’ll find practical information such as sex-toy hygiene, menopausal sensuality, and reviews of educational resources like OMGYes, ethical porn creators, and influential books about sexuality.

Each post is written to empower women with accurate, compassionate, and experience-based knowledge, helping you make informed decisions about your sensuality, relationships, and intimate wellbeing.

Guide for Women: How to Choose a Male Practitioner for Sensual Massage with Confidence

Booking a sensual massage with a male practitioner can be a deeply restorative experience — but knowing how to spot real professionalism versus careless or unsafe practice matters. This guide outlines clear green flags like transparent service descriptions, training, insurance, and authentic reviews, and red flags such as vague communication or inappropriate requests, to help you choose with confidence.

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Tantric Massage vs Sensual Massage: What’s the Difference?

When exploring intimate bodywork, many people wonder whether sensual massage and tantric massage are the same thing. While the two share some surface similarities, such as slow touch, relaxation, and a calming atmosphere, they are distinct practices with different intentions, approaches, and outcomes.

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Discovering the Art of Shibari: A Journey into Sensuality

What Is Shibari? Originating in Japan, Shibari literally translates as “to tie.” It evolved from traditional rope techniques used by samurai as a martial art called Hojōjutsu, a method of restraining prisoners. Later, it transformed into a form of artistic and emotional expression. In modern sensual practice, Shibari uses soft ropes, often jute or hemp, to wrap, hold, and adorn the body in intricate patterns. It can be practiced in various ways: as an aesthetic meditation, a

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Cultivating Desire: 10 Things Women Wish Men Knew About Sex

When it comes to sex, touch, and intimacy, most women don’t just want physical connection—they want to feel something deeper. They want to be seen, felt, desired, and slowly unraveled. And while every woman is unique, there are patterns, whispers, and desires that echo again and again. These are the things women often wish men understood—not just in the bedroom, but in the energy they bring to every moment leading up to it. If you're ready to be the kind of lover she craves l

Intimacy & Relationships

How to Clean Sex Toys: Essential Guide for Hygiene and Longevity

Cleaning sex toys properly is essential for hygiene, safety, and longevity.

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Shallowing & Controlled Intimacy: Enhancing Female Pleasure

The concept of shallowing refers to shallow penetration or shallow thrusting during sexual activity.

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20 Influential Books about Sex: Exploring Pleasure, Relationships, and Identity

Here are some highly regarded books about sex, covering various aspects, from pleasure and intimacy to science and culture: For Understanding and Enhancing Pleasure "Come As You Are" by Emily Nagoski This book explores female sexuality through a science-based lens, highlighting the unique nature of women's sexual responses influenced by emotional, psychological, and biological factors. Nagoski promotes self-awareness and understanding of individual arousal patterns, empowerin

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Exploring Erogenous Zones: 11 Places Women Want To Be Touched

Erogenous zones are regions of the body that are particularly sensitive and can induce pleasure when touched, kissed, or stimulated. Individual preferences vary, so it is beneficial to explore and communicate with a partner to determine what is most effective. While Monica from "Friends" mentions 7 erogenous zones in the clip above, I would argue that there are at least 11 common areas, and possibly more for some individuals. While these can vary from person to person, here a

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What Are the Five Love Languages

If you have you ever been in a relationship where you just can't seem to understand why your partner feels unappreciated despite your efforts to show love and affection, you're certainly not alone. It's likely that you too did not feel appreciated if this was the case. The reason is that way each of us express love and feel loved varies, this phenomenon is known as love languages. Understanding your own love language and that of your partner can help improve communication an

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Exploring the Wheel of Consent: A Tool for Understanding Dynamics in Relationships

I have learned a great deal since begining Sensual Bodyworks in 2019 which now seems a lifetime ago. The learning never stops and it's an ongoing process and mistakes have been made along the way, but something I came across early on was the Wheel of Consent. It really helped me frame how I worked and I think it can be of use to many people, especially if exploring with others. The Wheel of Consent was designed as a tool to help individuals understand and navigate the dynamic

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Discover Massage Playlists on Spotify

Quite a few people have commented that they enjoy the massage playlists used when they visit and I'm often asked who the artists are and which tracks are used. All my playlists are public on Spotify. Here are a few of them, I hope you enjoy them and don't forget to save to your library and follow. Music is great for massages because it helps set a calming atmosphere and allows both the mind and body to relax. The gentle rhythms can ease tension and make it easier to let go of

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The Diary of a CEO on Sex, Love & Dating

'The Diary of a CEO' is a popular podcast produced by Steven Bartlett, an entrepreneur, speaker, investor and author, also well known as one of the dragons from Dragons Den. In the series Steven interviews some of the world’s most influential people, experts and thinkers about a very broad range of topics. There's a bias towards business and making money, and many are worth a listen. Included in there are a handful of episodes that cover Sex, Love and Dating that are well wor

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Come as You Are: A Comprehensive Guide to Sexual Well-being by Emily Nagoski

What is "Come as You Are" by Emily Nagoski all about and is it worth reading? "Come as You Are" is a book by Emily Nagoski, a respected sex educator and researcher. It talks about the science behind human sexuality, it aims to enlighten and empower readers to enhance their sexual well-being.and might just transform your sex life. The book was first published in 2015 and was updated in 2021. I was first introduced to the book in 2019 and a number of people have said they found

Sexual Well-Being & Pleasure

Discovering the Best Massage Oils: Benefits, Preferences, and Practical Tips

I'm often asked what oils I use for massage so here are the details with the pros & cons as I see them. I use one of a number of so called base or carrier oils for massage. These are the oils often used in aromatherapy for diluting essential oils. Typically derived from seeds, nuts or other plant materials, they provide a range of therapeutic and healing benefits and lubricate the skin to enable massage. They are also extremely beneficial for softening and improving the condi

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How to give a sensual massage

Visiting a professional masseur is a great way to relax and enjoy a sensual massage.

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Satisfyer Pro 2 vs Satisfyer Pro 3+ Review

Satisfyer makes a range of innovative sex toys for men, women and couples at a good price. I optionally use toys in some massage sessions to provide additional stimulation and sensations to help give a variety of orgasms. The Satisfyer Pro 2 Next Generation & Satisfyer Pro 3+ are my go-to sex toys. Both work very well but are ergonomically different, but which is best? Satisfyer Pro 2 Next Generation The Pro 2 Next Generation uses proprietary air-pulse technology. It is one

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Massage Exchange

Massage Exchange is a international massage and bodywork community where you can trade a massage for free. There are separate sections for T

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Sensual Bodyworks Blog Sensual Massage, Erotic Wellness & Pleasure Education for Women & Couples

Guide for Women: How to Choose a Male Practitioner for Sensual Massage with Confidence

Tantric Massage vs Sensual Massage: What’s the Difference?

Discovering the Art of Shibari: A Journey into Sensuality

Cultivating Desire: 10 Things Women Wish Men Knew About Sex

How to Clean Sex Toys: Essential Guide for Hygiene and Longevity

Shallowing & Controlled Intimacy: Enhancing Female Pleasure

20 Influential Books about Sex: Exploring Pleasure, Relationships, and Identity

Exploring Erogenous Zones: 11 Places Women Want To Be Touched

What Are the Five Love Languages

Exploring the Wheel of Consent: A Tool for Understanding Dynamics in Relationships

Discover Massage Playlists on Spotify

The Diary of a CEO on Sex, Love & Dating

Come as You Are: A Comprehensive Guide to Sexual Well-being by Emily Nagoski

Discovering the Best Massage Oils: Benefits, Preferences, and Practical Tips

How to give a sensual massage

Satisfyer Pro 2 vs Satisfyer Pro 3+ Review

Massage Exchange

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