There’s nothing inherently unsexy about vanilla sex. That said, there are simple ways to turn up the heat.

First things first: there’s nothing inherently unsexy about vanilla sex.

Generally defined as more “traditional” than other forms of eroticism, like kink and BDSM, vanilla sex can be just as pleasurable, fun and exciting for folks who enjoy it.

“Vanilla sex is sometimes thought of as ‘boring’ sex, but vanilla is a popular flavour for a reason: it’s delicious!” Nicolle Dirksen, sex and couples therapist and clinic owner, told HuffPost.

If you’re delighting in vanilla play and feel content with your sex life overall, there’s no need to change it, she said. Still, spicing vanilla sex up can invite perks, including better communication.

“Experimenting with sex requires open, honest, and often vulnerable conversations,” Dirksen said. “While this can feel super awkward at first, over time it becomes easier to have these conversations, and this openness and emotional intimacy tends to extend to other areas of your relationship, too.”

Jordan D’Nelle, a women’s sexual health educator and physician associate, believes that vanilla sex can get monotonous over time. Changing things up can bring play and creativity to the bedroom, she added.

“As adults, we often forget how to have fun,” D’Nelle said. “Isn’t that the point of life?” On top of that, she said, hotter vanilla sex means more of the pleasure we all deserve.

If you want to make your vanilla sex romps steamier, consider the following expert ideas.

Set a sultry stage

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