The 5 Kisses You Must Master

Take your smooching skills to the next—and hottest—level...

- Julie Vadnal

A steamy round of tongue tango can lead to great sex, but kissing has loads of benefits in its own right. Research shows that making out relieves stress, helps you determine who you’re attracted to (or not), and deepens your connection to your lovah. Sadly, studies also reveal that the longer a couple has been together, the less frequently they lock lips as part of sex. “I encourage people to keep their sexual menu diverse but to make sure kissing is front and centre, because it’s that important,” says Debby Herbenick, PhD, a research fellow at The Kinsey Institute. Noted! Our lusty list, compiled with help from sex and relationships expert Tracey Cox, will give you some serious lip-spiration.

1 Morning Smooch