{"id":3640,"date":"2022-08-25T12:27:22","date_gmt":"2022-08-25T11:27:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/?p=3640"},"modified":"2023-03-23T17:56:46","modified_gmt":"2023-03-23T17:56:46","slug":"what-is-a-golden-shower","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/what-is-a-golden-shower\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a golden shower and is it safe?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>While it used to be an obscure and relatively unknown sex act, golden showers have recently become common knowledge for many people. Also called \u201cwater sports,\u201d a golden shower is a sex act involving peeing.<\/p>\n<p>These showers can take many forms. Sometimes, the person pees on their partner, but other times, they can just pee near or around their partner. The important thing is that urine is involved in the sex act, and many people are curious about it.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#whatisagoldenshower?\">What is a golden shower?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#aregoldenshowersmessy?\">Are golden showers messy?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#whydopeopleenjoygoldenshowers?\">Why do people enjoy golden showers?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#thingstoknowbeforetryingagoldenshower\">Things to know before trying a golden shower<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#aregoldenshowerssafe?\">Are golden showers safe?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#howtogiveagoldenshower\">How to give a golden shower<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#howtoreceiveagoldenshower\">How to receive a golden shower<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#aregoldenshowersforyou?\">Are golden showers for you?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Golden showers may sound a bit strange if you\u2019ve never heard of them before. With that said, there are tons of people who enjoy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/what-is-edgeplay\/\">participating in the act<\/a>, especially in the BDSM community, though keep in mind it\u2019s not exclusive to BDSM practitioners.<\/p>\n<p>In this article, we\u2019re looking closely at golden showers. We\u2019ll explain what they are, where they came from, and some important things you need to know if you want to try it out yourself.<\/p>\n<p>Read on to learn more.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"whatisagoldenshower?\"><strong>What is a golden shower?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>A golden shower is a sex act that involves peeing. Usually, people think it refers to having a partner pee on you or to pee on your partner, but the sex act takes many forms. While the name seems like someone needs to be covered in urine for it to qualify as a golden shower, that isn\u2019t the case.<\/p>\n<p>There aren\u2019t any hard and concrete rules for golden showers. As long as the sex act involves urine in one way or another, it qualifies as a golden shower.<\/p>\n<p>Some of the forms of golden showers include pouring urine on your partner from a glass, peeing on them directly, or just peeing in front of them. If you\u2019re interested in golden showers, there\u2019s a lot of variety to explore, which makes it very interesting for a lot of people.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The origins of golden showers<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>One reason why people are familiar with the term golden shower is because of how it was popularised in <em>Sex and the City<\/em>. On top of that, there have been numerous scandals and reports over the years of some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/music\/music-news\/surviving-r-kelly-clips-sex-tape-trial-774958\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">prominent figures<\/a> participating in the act.<\/p>\n<p>However, golden showers can be traced back at least to the 1940s, when the term was first used. The term appeared in a <a href=\"https:\/\/laist.com\/news\/entertainment\/shower-the-people#:~:text=According%20to%20The%20New%20Partridge,%2C%22%20dates%20back%20to%201943.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">slang dictionary in 1943<\/a>, so we can say that it has been around since around that time.<\/p>\n<p>That said, finding an exact date for when golden showers were invented can be tricky. For thousands of years, humans have been experimenting with various sex acts. So, it\u2019s easy to assume that many people experimented with some sort of golden shower throughout human history.<\/p>\n<p>But today, golden shower is seen as a fairly unorthodox kink that quite a few people enjoy. However, there\u2019s a high chance that there are more people into the act than you think, as this isn\u2019t the information that people broadcast to their friends.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"aregoldenshowersmessy?\"><strong>Are golden showers messy?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Golden showers can get messy. This is why it\u2019s important to put a lot of thought and planning into it before trying one out for yourself. However, if done properly, golden showers aren\u2019t <em>that<\/em> messy. Or, at the very least, the mess is relatively easy to handle.<\/p>\n<p>When playing around with urine, there\u2019s a high chance that you might create a mess. Therefore people usually test out golden showers in the bathroom or other areas that are easy to clean.<\/p>\n<p>With that said, the mess can be part of the turn on for a lot of people. So, just because it can be a messy sex act doesn\u2019t mean people don\u2019t participate.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3642\" src=\"https:\/\/vivastreetuk.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/what-is-a-golden-shower-1.png\" alt=\"feet of unrecognizable young woman with white thong panties around her ankles on bedroom floor\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/what-is-a-golden-shower-1.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/what-is-a-golden-shower-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/what-is-a-golden-shower-1-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/what-is-a-golden-shower-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/what-is-a-golden-shower-1-600x338.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">&#8212;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"whydopeopleenjoygoldenshowers?\"><strong>Why do people enjoy golden showers?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>It can be hard to get down to the exact reason why people enjoy golden showers. This is because most people who are into golden showers won\u2019t readily disclose this information, let alone what attracts them to the act.<\/p>\n<p>On top of that, everyone has different reasons for their kinks. So, it\u2019s close to impossible to determine a singular reason that people enjoy golden showers. However, there are a couple of common reasons that apply to a fair amount of people that do golden showers.<\/p>\n<p>To start, the humiliation that occurs when someone pees on you can be a turn on for some people. For many people, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/what-is-small-penis-humiliation\/\">getting humiliated<\/a> is a major kink and having someone pee on you could be one of the \u201cultimate\u201d forms of humiliation for them.<\/p>\n<p>On the flip side, peeing on someone can be empowering for a lot of people. This is why golden showers aren\u2019t uncommon in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/bdsm-guide-for-bondage-beginners\/\">BDSM circles<\/a> wherein there\u2019s a dominant and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/exploring-submissive-sex\/\">submissive person<\/a> in the dynamic. Usually, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-be-a-dominant-in-bdsm\/\">dom will feel the power<\/a> when peeing on their partner while the sub gets humiliated.<\/p>\n<p>Another reason golden showers are popular is the sensory aspect of it. The warm feeling of urine touching the body can be unlike any other. And for many people, this sensation is unmatched and can be a huge turn on.<\/p>\n<p>While these are the main reasons some people are into golden showers, it\u2019s far from all of them. Remember, sex is different for everyone. So, while some people enjoy participating in golden showers for the above reasons, many others have their own unique reasons for enjoying them.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"thingstoknowbeforetryingagoldenshower\"><strong>Things to know before trying a golden shower<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Golden showers are more popular than you think. Many couples try this sex act out themselves and find it very enjoyable. However, there are some things to consider before trying it out if you want everything to be safe and enjoyable.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some key things to keep in mind before <a href=\"xplore-kinks-fetish\">trying out new kinks<\/a>, such as a golden shower for the first time:<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Communication is key<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Firstly, you must ensure that both parties are on the same page. You never want to surprise your partner with golden showers. Not everyone is a fan of golden showers, and some people might get grossed out if their partner suddenly started peeing near, on, or around them.<\/p>\n<p>So, before anything, make sure that you talk to your partner. Ask them if they are into it; if they aren\u2019t, let the subject rest. And if they are, you have to make sure you talk about how, when, and where you plan on doing it.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hygiene is crucial<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Another thing to consider is the hygiene aspect. When you play with urine, you will come into contact with bacteria. This is unavoidable because of the nature of urine. This is why couples that do golden showers need to pay extra close attention to the hygiene aspect of the sex act to ensure no one gets an infection or is sick from the golden shower.<\/p>\n<p>To start, you want to make sure that you do it in a safe and clean place. For many first-timers, this is the bathroom as it\u2019s easy to clean.<\/p>\n<p>From there, you want to ensure the pee doesn&#8217;t get anywhere it isn\u2019t supposed to. For example, it should not come into contact with any wounds or openings in the body. And as much as possible, you don\u2019t want to consume it.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s pretty common for some urine to end up in the person\u2019s mouth during a golden shower. This should be fine, but it\u2019s important that you don\u2019t make a habit out of consuming it.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plan it out<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Once you and your partner agree that you want to try out a golden shower, preparation and planning are crucial. To start, you must plan out where you plan to do it. As mentioned earlier, the bathroom or shower area is probably the best place to try it out.<\/p>\n<p>From there, try and consider what you actually plan on doing. Is one person peeing on the other? Are you collecting the urine in a glass and pouring it on them? Or are you doing a completely different take on the golden shower?<\/p>\n<p>Remember, this sex act doesn\u2019t have any hard rules you need to follow for it to be a golden shower. So, don\u2019t be afraid to really explore your kinky side to figure out how you want to perform the golden shower.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3641\" src=\"https:\/\/vivastreetuk.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/what-is-a-golden-shower-2.png\" alt=\"two naked girls taking a shower\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/what-is-a-golden-shower-2.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/what-is-a-golden-shower-2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/what-is-a-golden-shower-2-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/what-is-a-golden-shower-2-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/what-is-a-golden-shower-2-600x338.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">&#8212;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"aregoldenshowerssafe?\"><strong>Are golden showers safe?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Golden showers bring a fair number of risks with them. To start, even if urine is mostly water, it also isn\u2019t sterile. There is a lot of bacteria in urine, which is why it\u2019s very important to avoid getting it on any cuts or openings on your skin. And as much as possible, avoid getting any of it in your mouth, so you don\u2019t ingest too much urine.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, it\u2019s important to clean up right after the act. This is because you don\u2019t want the urine to stay on the person too long as that can be dangerous and leave a smell.<\/p>\n<p>But if you understand the risks, take actions to mitigate them, and ensure that you and your partner are on the same page, golden showers can still be a lot of fun.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"howtogiveagoldenshower\"><strong>How to give a golden shower<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Giving a golden shower is pretty easy. All you have to do is pee on your partner or pour urine on them, depending on your arrangement. If you have a sub\/dom setup, you can spice things up even further by adding some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/what-is-phone-sex-expert-tips\/\">dirty talk<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Before urinating on your partner, however, you may want to drink a lot of water throughout the day and relieve yourself at least an hour before having sex. That way, the urine isn\u2019t as strong and won\u2019t be as dangerous.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"howtoreceiveagoldenshower\"><strong>How to receive a golden shower<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>When receiving a golden shower, all you have to do is get into position and wait. However, make sure that the urine doesn\u2019t get near any cuts and openings on the skin and doesn\u2019t get in your mouth. That way, you\u2019re sure that everything is safe.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"aregoldenshowersforyou?\"><strong>Are golden showers for you?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>While they are pretty obscure and unorthodox, golden showers can be a lot of fun for some couples. But before trying it out, make sure to understand the risks and how to do things properly. That way, you and your partner try out a new sex act in the safest way possible!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While it used to be an obscure and relatively unknown sex act, golden showers have recently become common knowledge for many people. Also called \u201cwater sports,\u201d a golden shower is a sex act involving peeing. These showers can take many forms. 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