When you find the boy you want to kiss, be sure he is ready when you are. First kisses make most people nervous, but you’ll feel better if you’re prepared. Follow these steps and you will know how to kiss a boy. To become an all-out kissing superstar, check out these further kissing tips.

  1. Prepare your hygiene. Make sure your breath is fresh and your body odor is at a minimum. Kissing requires getting close and a strong smell, even if it is perfume, can make him want to draw away. If you are looking for a kiss after a meal, make sure to have a breath mint first.
  2. Ready your lips. Your lips can get dry, especially in the winter or when you are dehydrated. Before you kiss, condition your lips with lip balm.
  3. Find out if he’s willing. If the boy isn’t interested, the kisses will fall flat. Flirt with the boy and make sure he is willing before you make your move.
  4. Try casual touching first. Holding hands is a great place to start. Boys are just as receptive to the small touches as girls are. Little touches will also help you find out if he’s as interested as you are.
  5. Lean in slow. Gradually work up to your first kiss. Lean in slow, but pay attention to his reaction. If he leans toward you, go the rest of the way. If he leans away, he’s not ready to lock lips.
  6. Relax. When you lean in, take a breath and then let it out. Relax so you can enjoy the feeling of the kiss. Don’t let your stomach butterflies distract you from your goal.
  7. Start slow with a peck. Don’t try to gobble his face on the first try. Give him a light and easy peck. Meet your closed lips with his.
  8. Pay attention to his response. Even with preparation, the boy may be startled by your first kiss. Go slow and pay attention to his response.
  9. Let him make the next move. Since you made the first move, let him make the next one. If he wants to pull back, let him. Watch his face for his response. If the boy pulls you closer or wants to take the next step to open-mouthed kisses, give him the lead (if it is what you want).
  10. Take the kiss deeper. If you both are ready for the open-mouthed kisses, then take the kiss deeper. You don’t have to progress on the first try unless you are ready. Share a few more closed-mouth pecks.
  11. Don’t go too far on the first try. Take the time to appreciate your first kiss with this boy. You never get to have the first one again. Don’t rush into French kissing on your first try. Just enjoy taking kissing one step at a time.

Kissing can be fun. The more you practice and experiment, the better you will get. Don’t waste your kisses on boys who aren’t worth it. Be sure you’re giving your kisses to the boy who deserves them.

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