In Western cultures, kissing is highly valued and requires constant practice. While it's a form of etiquette in the West, in China it's reserved for couples. Chinese men aren't particularly enthusiastic about kissing; they seem to prefer getting straight to the point, often skipping the romantic foreplay women cherish most.Chinese men believe they understand women well and consider themselves skilled kissers. Should we tell them "you're not," or let them continue in their self-assuredness to avoid hurting their feelings? Furthermore, why are we reluctant to learn how to become kissing experts?
1. Kissing Makes You More Beautiful
Many women are enthusiastic about various beauty and body-enhancing activities, believing that through beauty and wellness centers they can become more beautiful.But to become more beautiful, you don't need to go to such lengths. Just a few passionate kisses can make you more beautiful.In other words, kissing can be seen as an effective workout. It smooths skin, prevents wrinkles, and boosts blood circulation. Kissing might even be more effective than using creams or face masks. And compared to applying creams or masks, kissing is far more enjoyable.
2. Kissing Makes You More Fit
No need to diet over a few extra pounds, frequent the gym, or visit a beauty center for liposuction—kissing can help you slim down.
Statistics show kissing burns 26 calories per minute. A few minutes of kissing equals skipping a bowl of rice.A quick, romantic kiss burns 2 to 3 calories, while a French kiss burns at least 5 calories because it involves opening the mouth and tongue contact. Scientists say you don't need to kiss wildly to achieve weight loss. Just three 20-second kisses a day can help you shed pounds.
3. Kissing prevents plaque and cavities
Similar to toothpaste, kissing helps prevent plaque buildup and tooth decay.
Kissing stimulates copious saliva production, which contains calcium and phosphorus to effectively prevent cavities. Passionate kissers are less prone to gingivitis. Additionally, saliva's neutral pH during kissing helps ward off dental diseases.
Want bright, beautiful teeth? Kiss more often.
4. Passionate kissing has its drawbacks
Many young people today crave excitement and seek out passionate, intense kisses. However, kissing isn't entirely beneficial for the body—passionate kissing has its downsides.
A passionate kiss lasting 90 seconds can cause blood pressure to rise and accelerate the pulse rate. Furthermore, intense kissing increases hormone levels in the blood and shortens life expectancy by one minute.
Therefore, avoid frequent immersion in passionate kissing. A simple, unassuming kiss often proves more unforgettable.
5. Kissing Styles Around the World
French kissing is known as "the union of souls." When French people kiss, not only do their lips touch, but their tongues must also make contact. Passionate French people have invented many other kissing styles.
The Eskimo kiss is unique: they merely rub noses. Only after their olfactory organs touch do they slightly part their lips. Then, Eskimos inhale deeply, releasing the air as their lips meet. After fully savoring each other's scent, they press their cheeks against each other's noses.
When traveling abroad, avoid using the Chinese-style passionate kiss, or others may view you as foolish. Adapt to local customs. Therefore, learn some foreign kissing styles.
6. Kissing in Public
Many young people enjoy kissing in public, believing it demonstrates deep affection. Little do they realize that public displays of affection often attract strange looks from others. Therefore, always observe proper etiquette when kissing in public.
In Japan, Taiwan, mainland China, and South Korea, kissing in public is generally considered improper.Before kissing, two Japanese individuals should maintain a certain distance, bow slightly to touch foreheads, then kiss for one second.
7. Kissing Taboos
Ladies should wipe off lipstick before a passionate kiss, or else he'll end up with clown-like red lips afterward. If your lips are dry, apply some lip balm.
Before kissing, avoid licking your lips with your tongue—your lover isn't a ten-pound lobster. For the same reason, refrain from biting or sucking on lips, tongues, or other body parts. Opening your mouth wide makes you resemble an alligator snapping at prey.
8. When You Don't Want to Kiss
If you genuinely don't wish to kiss but want to spare their feelings, you could say: "My dentist said I can't have anything in my mouth because of a root canal infection. I have to eat through a straw."
If your kiss is rejected, the proper response for a lady or gentleman is this: Never show anger or frustration in the moment. Even if you feel mortified or want to cry in despair, maintain outward composure. Suicide can wait until afterward.
9. Full Attention
During a kiss, don't keep thinking about their ample bosom or shapely behind. A true lady or gentleman immerses themselves in the moment, focusing first and foremost on the kiss itself.
Gently caressing your partner's cheek during a kiss is romantic, but never forcefully press their face or cling tightly to their head. There's absolutely no need to turn a beautiful kiss into an assault.
10. Speak Up
If you dislike having your ears licked, tell them directly. Even if you don't mind, gently remind them to kiss softly. Also, ears aren't speakers—no need to blow hard into them. The limit for ear kissing is around the earlobe. If your partner stops kissing your ear, don't let them go back.