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When Attraction Gets Specific
It’s common to be sexually attracted to certain parts of the body. Picture this – you’re walking down the street and you see someone extremely attractive. Your eyes are naturally drawn to a specific part of their body because that’s a preference you have. I’m pretty sure most of us have experienced that – I know I have!
Some people like butts, others like boobs, and some are fascinated by noses. Yep, that’s right, some people find noses sexually arousing! Intrigued? Well, you’re in the right place. This article will tell you everything you need to know about attraction to noses!
What is a Nasophilia?
Nose fetishism is a sexual attraction to noses, it is also called nasophilia or nose partialism. Someone with a fetish for noses might experience sexual arousal when they look at their partner’s nose or when they touch it. They may enjoy having their own nose touched or stroked. They might have fantasies about involving their partner’s nose (or their own) in sexual activity.
People with this fetish might have an attraction to specific types and shapes of noses. Or they might like a specific area of the nose (such as the nostrils).
So what’s the difference between a fetish and just a simple attraction to noses? Well, people with this fetish need noses to be part of their sex life in some way to get aroused or experience a climax. The term fetish means something that is needed for arousal, rather than just enjoyed or preferred.
Although nose kink is less discussed than many other types of fetishes, it’s likely still fairly common. Anyone of any gender or sexual orientation can have a fetish for noses.
Why Do People Find Noses Sexy?
Nasophilia is probably one of the more misunderstood fetishes because noses are not a body part that’s typically thought of as sexy. You don’t hear many people declaring: “Wow – look at her nose! So sexy!” However, that doesn’t mean they’re not thinking it!
You might find yourself wondering: “What do people find sexy about noses?” Fair question! The answer is everyone is unique and has unique reasons. But there are some common theories as to why this fetish develops.
Some scientists think it’s because of something that happened in the person’s childhood. For example, maybe a teenager who was still developing had their first crush. Perhaps one of the first things they noticed was their crush’s nose, just by chance. Maybe that experience stuck with them, even without them realizing it. Over time, this could have developed into a fetish.
Of course, there are other scientific theories too, but whether they’re true or not is up to you to decide. You will likely have heard of Sigmund Freud. He was an Austrian neurologist who had lots of, shall we say, ‘interesting’ theories on sex. He thought that the nose was some sort of ‘substitute’ for a penis. I’m not sure that makes sense, but you never know!
Other theories suggest that it’s about facial symmetry. Lots of sources have found that humans are naturally attracted to symmetrical faces. They say it’s based on biology because a symmetrical face indicates healthy genes. And noses are a pivotal part of facial symmetry, so perhaps this is where an attraction to noses comes from.
Sense of smell plays a vital role in sexual arousal. I mean think about it, the way your partner smells can give you a sense of arousal or comfort. A specific smell can even bring back a vivid memory. For example, a sniff of a lover’s perfume could bring back a memory of a particularly sexy lovemaking session. Or it can for me anyway – I’m guessing I’m not the only one? Hopefully, now you’re starting to see how this connection between arousal and sense of smell could evolve into a fetish for noses.
We also have to consider cultural influences. Cultures vary across the world and with them, so does what people value as attractive or a desirable trait. In some cases, larger or smaller noses, or those with specific shapes, may be seen as particularly handsome or beautiful.
Ways to Explore Your Nose Fetishism
If you’re interested in exploring your fetish, there are plenty of ways you can involve it in your sex life. I’ve included some of my favorite options below.
Looking at Your Partner’s Nose
The simplest way to get started is by asking your partner to let you look at their nose up close. You could even ask them to send you pictures or videos of their nose for you to look at during solo erotic play!
Dirty Talk
I love dirty talk – it’s such a fantastic way to get the sexual tension building and enhance open communication.
A great way to experiment with your fantasies is to talk dirty to your partner about their nose. Describe what you find sexy about it and tell them what you want to do to it. You could even try some roleplay to heat things up. This may allow you to explore your fantasies.
Gentle Touches and Caresses
If you’re ready to take things up a notch, you could begin by touching your lover’s nose or asking them to touch yours. Experiment with different touches and caresses. For example, running your fingers down the bridge of their nose and tracing its shape.
Oral Play
Why not get your mouth involved? That’s always erotic! You could kiss, lick, nibble, or even suck your partner’s nose (or have them use their mouth on your nose). If you’re feeling a bit awkward at first, you could alternate between kissing your partner on the mouth and the nose until you break the ice.
Running Your Nose Over Your Partner’s Body
Some people enjoy running their nose gently over their partner’s body, just like you would run your tongue or hands over their skin. You could even use your nose in place of your hand or mouth to offer some sexy stimulation (to be clear, I’m talking about stimulating the nipples and genitals here guys).
Experimenting With Different Smells
If sense of smell is a big part of why you are attracted to noses, why not experiment with different scents in the bedroom? You could introduce scented lube or a nice smelling massage oil. Something I like to do to set the mood in the bedroom is use essential oils in a diffuser.
Tips For Beginners
I’ve included my top tips below for exploring your fetish:
Talk to your partner about your fetish. Discuss how you want to involve noses in your sex life.
Keep in mind that because it’s less talked about and is one of the more unusual fetishes, your partner might be uncertain at first. Give them time to think about it and respect their point of view.
It’s vital that both you and your partner consent to any sexual activity. If they aren’t comfortable with it, this fetish is something you will need to explore on your own.
If they do agree, start slow with dirty talk and gentle touches to see how you both feel.
Never insert anything deep into your nose, as this could result in serious injury.
This type of fetish can be quite stigmatized, making you feel alone or ashamed. The truth is, there are lots of other people out there with the same desires. Try connecting with the nasophilia community online through forums and fetish websites.
Nasophilia is Natural
Nose adoration is a complex sexual attraction but one that is completely valid. There are probably more people out there with the same kink than you imagine!
If you think you have a sexual attraction towards noses, there’s no need to be embarrassed. As long as your fetish is consensual and isn’t harming anyone, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with it!
