8 Ways To Make Touching Yourself Better Than Ever

There’s no love more beneficial than self-love — especially if you can make it better for your health too.

- Sophie Hong

1 Keep UTIs at bay

Yes, really! Masturbation is linked to preventing cervical cancer and UTIs, so get busy! Mix it up by straddling a pillow or rubbing it against your clitoris. Think Natalie Portman in Black Swan... only sans mother.

2 Try using lube

A 2011 study published in The Journal of Sexual Medicine found that the use of lubricants is linked to a more satisfying sex life for women, which tends to lead to a healthier relationship with your partner too. In the short term, it’ll be easier to slide your fingers around without chafing your sensitive lady bits, which can be just the thing to help you get over the edge.

3 Do it in front of a mirror