Its never too late to learn something new! Whether it's expanding your intellectual horizons, picking up a new life skill, or honing your technique for sucking face, theres really no end to the opportunities for growth. And while the other two are certainly important, its the latter thats the most funand what were here doing today.Now, maybe right now youre thinking: How could my kissing skills get any better? Well, thats why we turned to the experts for their advice and best practices when it comes to making out.PRIDE reached out to sexologists and pleasure specialists: Stella Harris, certified intimacy educator and author of Tongue Tied: Untangling Communication in Sex, Kink, and Relationships, and The Ultimate Guide to Threesomes; Sofie Roos, a bisexual licensed sexologist, relationship therapist and author at relationship magazine Passionerad and Tara Jones, LGBTQ+ sex educator Founder, executive director at The Youth Sexpert Program along with adult entertainers Michael Boston, Guy Spencer, Max Lorde, and Jkab Ethan Dale for their biggest dos and donts when it comes to locking lips.Heres what they had to say.Consent is always sexy The number one thing you can do to be a better kisser is to get consent! You might think that asking ruins the mood, but if thats the case the mood was already ruined. Asking, May I kiss you? in a sexy voice is a flirtatious turn on when its welcome. Stella HarrisBig bold moves like abruptly shoving your tongue in someone's mouth, slamming your face into theirs, or biting down hard on their lip, can be a real turn-off if your partner doesnt enjoy lots of spit or pain. Its always best to ask first. Tara JonesUnless its discussed as something they enjoy, never ever suck on someones tongue! Ive had guys try to slurp mine down their throat and its incredibly painful. Guy Spencer, adult performerMaster Tongue TechniqueThe tongue is a powerful tool use it wisely. When you start to make out, gently test the waters with it. Slide it into the other persons mouth just enough to make contact with their tongue. After a little while, you can ramp up the tongue action, but always be mindful of how much they use their tongue, and try to match that. Guy SpencerDont overdue the tongue. Tongue is sexy, but there is a line. Jkab Ethan DalePlay nicely with your partners tongue. Its not a competition to see who can knock out the other. Guy SpencerThe top things to avoid while kissing someone is having a hard stabby tongue or doing your own thing in someone elses mouth. Michael BostonSo many people, especially beginners to kissing, are using way too much tongue while going for the wet kisses, where they stick it in their partners mouth, whisks around and almost suffocates them, something that for ten out of ten people is a turn off. Sofie RoosDo not lick the other persons teeth. You dont know whats happening behind those pearly whites you might find a snaggletooth, or a retainer wire. Also, its weird. Guy SpencerPerfect that puckerTry to relax your lips and your tongue, it. that makes the kisses hotter and feel more natural and soft - perfect if you want to give slow, passionate and romantic kisses! Sofie RoosMoisturize! Make sure lips are soft and smooth. Jkab Ethan DaleI really enjoy lightly biting/gripping my partners bottom lip but do it gently to start and see where it goes. Guy SpencerDont tense your lips or be too passive. Relax, and enjoy each other. Jkab Ethan DaleRhythm is a (tongue) dancerBe attentive as possible. It's human nature that our minds wander, but as much as you can be in the moment, it will keep you from being overly sloppy, increases your own enjoyment, helps you consider what you want to do next, and allows you to gauge whether the intensity of your kissing should slow down or speed up. Tara JonesTheres a time and place for intense, passionate kisses. But early on, try slowing down. Dont use too much pressure, tongue, or saliva! Leave the other person wanting more. Start with soft, dry kisses. Wait for the other person to lean in, press their body against yours, and ask for more.Slowing down also gives you a chance to learn the other persons style. Are they opening their mouth? Using tongue? Using teeth? Like dancing, if youre always in the lead, you might miss information from the other persons body language. Stella HarrisTry to match the rhythm of your lips to your partners. There is nothing more awkward than one person going faster with their mouth than the other. Try to keep their face dry. You dont want to have someone have to wipe off their face like they were bobbing for apples. Guy SpencerRhythm and staying present. Start slow, with soft, gentle kisses, working up to adding tongue feel the other person, then go at it! Jkab Ethan DaleI would say the top three things that would make someone a better kisser would be passion, to not overthink it, and that it takes two to tango. When you kiss, its like a dance. Find the rhythm. Max Lorde, adult performerTry to listen to what your partner is doing and let things flow. Michael BostonDont go too hard too fast. Work up to it! Jkab Ethan DaleHygiene is EVERYTHING No one wants to kiss dry lips, so make sure you keep them soft by using a lip balm when needed, especially during the winter! Sofie RoosAim for clean teeth and fresh breath when youre putting the moves on someone. But dont go overboard. You dont want your minty freshness so strong that their eyes water. Stella HarrisDon't skip floss. Hygiene is generally of the utmost importance when it comes to being a good kisser, but flossing is the step folks are more likely to forget. If youve ever gone days without flossing and noticed a smell on your floss when you finally get around to it, you know that plaque between your teeth can be subtle but strong. Clearing it out not only makes you more pleasant to kiss but also boosts your confidence. Tara JonesFresh breath. Make sure your breath is something Id want to taste. Jkab Ethan DaleBeyond the puckerVariety matters. If youve been focused on their bottom lip, move to the top; if you havent used your tongue yet, add it in; break things up by kissing their neck or nibbling their ears. Tara JonesA kiss not only happens between your lips - it should be a full body experience, where you involve all of the body! So hug your partner, touch them gently, for example on their neck and cheeks, hold them around the hips or caress their thighs or back. Sofie RoosKiss their neck, and move up to their ear. Lick along the outside of their ear to make it slightly wet. Then slowly inhale air just above their skin and watch them go wild. (Works every time!) Guy SpencerPlease, dont Avoid trying too hard. Remember you and the other person are meeting halfway, so it should be invigorating. Also, dont be cocky! Just because you think youre a great kisser doesnt mean everyone does. Be humble! Lastly, dont rush it. Art takes time to perfect! Max LordeAvoid making the assumption that kissing means your partner is necessarily looking to do anything more. The only thing you can be sure of is what theyve actually communicated. And honestly, it seems to me like these days we've lost the simple joy of a good makeout sesh. Tara Jones