Now, let’s discuss a craze that has completely rocked the internet: the rainbow kiss. Let’s break it down in the most PG way possible before you Google it and then instantly regret it.
You are not alone if you have already researched it and are now holding on to your soul for dear life. People who have come across this word are genuinely stating that they are “scarred for life.”
A pattern that’s Not for the weak of heart
Although it sounds like a light-hearted, enjoyable art activity, the rainbow kiss is anything but. Warning: it contains bodily fluids, specifically semen and menstrual blood, and is typically performed in the traditional 69 position.
The worst part is that, following a specific “moment,” one person kisses the other with menstrual blood while the other has semen in their mouth. The outcome? A vibrant mixture that some could refer to as a “rainbow.”
It’s not what most people think of when they hear the word “rainbow,” to put it mildly.
“I should never have searched that,” the internet responds.
Those who have been unlucky enough to Google this have been left feeling very shocked. One TikToker said, “I’m trembling.” “I should never have searched that,” said another. We understand. People, you can’t unsee it.
One especially courageous person declared, “I will never do that.”
We don’t blame them either.
Another person’s words, “Scarred for life,” wonderfully captured it all.
This should serve as a caution to you if you haven’t already Googled it. Be careful as you go.
But What’s the Matter with “Snowballing”?
A different practice known as “snowballing,” which entails some, say, imaginative back-and-forth with semen, is frequently mistaken for the rainbow kiss. It’s an entirely new trend that, to be honest, calls for a different type of courage to investigate.
According to Dr. Wendasha Jenkins Hall, an Atlanta-based sex educator, the rainbow kiss is basically a “level up” from the standard 69 position, as she tells Cosmopolitan. Wait until you hear about the rainbow kiss if you thought the standard 69 was pushing the envelope.
According to Dr. Hall, “rainbow kisses are not for the faint of heart.” “This sexual act is on a whole new level.”
Neil Cannon, PhD, a trained sex therapist and supervisor based in Denver, argues that people tend to connect way too much shame to periods and period sex, and that really doesn’t need to be the case.
He notes that “all roads lead to shame when it comes to sex.” Regarding the stigma attached to menstruation, keep in mind that blood is merely another body fluid and that our perception of it is entirely subjective.
Is it secure? Not really, spoiler alert
The most crucial query at this point is: Is this thing safe?
The response is a little nope. Make sure you and your partner are of legal age, provide your full consent, and are unquestionably STI-free before attempting this.
HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis are among the STIs that are most commonly spread by semen and menstrual blood. The risk of infection increases significantly if you or your partner have cuts, sores, or bleeding gums (yikes).
This is one trend you should avoid if you are unsure of your partner’s sexually transmitted disease status, advises Dr. Heather Irobunda, MD.
Dr. Irobunda really advises getting tested frequently, whether you’re single or not. As a general rule, it’s a good idea to get checked every three to six months.
Rainbow kisses are a classic illustration of how outrageous sex lingo can suddenly go viral on the internet, even if they have been around for a while.
They also demonstrate how much our conversation about kink, bodies, and sex has changed—what was once taboo is now openly discussed and trending on social media platforms like TikTok.
There you have it, then. Nobody requested the fashionable deed known as the rainbow kiss, but here we are. Make sure you understand what you’re getting into if you’re thinking about attempting it, and maybe avoid Google searches unless you’re prepared for some extremely bizarre reactions.
