Get wet and wild with POPCORN's ultimate guide about how to have sex in the shower. Discover the best shower sex positions to get you off, plus the 8 top tips that'll keep the fun both steamy and safe. Ready to find your flow? Let's go.
Steamy, wet, and totally tempting — sex in the shower has an irresistible allure. The warm water, slick skin, the thrill of being pressed up against the tiles: it’s no wonder this fantasy is a hit with many of us popsters. But before you turn up the heat and turn on the taps, there's a few things you need to know about how to have shower sex without sacrificing pleasure – or safety.
The truth? Sex in the shower can be incredibly intimate and fun, but it’s also a different experience from bedroom play. Adding water into the mix changes everything — from natural lubrication to balance and stamina — so making shower sex work takes more than just getting happy with the shower head. Done right, it can be the perfect mix of foreplay and full-blown passion. Done wrong, and you could end up in ER – and that's not a good look.
So, let’s get into it: your essential guide on how to have shower sex, with all the tips, positions, and safety knowledge you need to turn this fantasy into a hot, safe, and unforgettable reality.
How to Have Shower Sex: 8 Tips
From setting the scene to embracing the LOLs, here are the tips that will really give you shower power.
1. Set the Scene
Before a single drop of water hits your skin, prep your space. Make sure the water temperature is just right — too hot and you’ll overheat, too cold and a serious case of shrivel-up could be on the cards. Also, think ambience. Soft lighting or candles, aromas, and your fave sexy soundtrack can all enhance the mood. A little planning will help your sex in the shower feel indulgent rather than improvised.
2. Focus on Foreplay
Jumping straight into penetration in a slippery setting can feel rushed — and sometimes painful. Instead, use the water as as an erotic playground, as part of shower foreplay. Let your hands glide slowly over your partner’s body, caress them, trace shapes in the steam, or take turns lathering each other up.
Even a regular shower can turn into a memorable experience with a partner behind you, giving you a soothing and stimulating massage. The slippery skin, the warm water, and the intimacy of being that close will heighten all the feels.
Get a Grip! Stay Steady and Safe When Trying Shower Sex
Also, use this time to tease: kisses on the neck, gentle bites on the shoulder, whispered fantasies under the rush of water. Let your bodies ride the slippery rhythm. You may even find the foreplay itself ends up being the horniest part of your whole sex in the shower experience.
3. Stay Slippery...
Shower sex is naturally steamy and wet, so you might think there's no need for additional lubrication. Think again. Water washes away your body's natural lubrication, making things feel drier than expected. And while soap or shower gel might seem like a fun slippery addition, it can cause irritation if it gets inside you.
Choose a silicone-based lube to avoid friction or discomfort — it’s water-resistant and stays slick. Avoid oil-based lubes if you’re using condoms, as they can break. Prep your lube before you get wet, and apply it generously. Reapply as needed, and remember: how to have shower sex comfortably is all about managing that delicate balance between slippery fun and skin-friendly friction.
4. ...But Not Too Slippery
Sex in the shower can be gentle and intimate or lively and intense. But watch out — it can also lead to slips and falls when you're really going for it. A 2025 poll of over 2,000 people found that 28% had twinged their back, 20% had slipped, and 15% had suffered bruises while engaging in a bit of shower action. Ouch.
“Remember: how to have shower sex comfortably is all about managing that delicate balance between slippery fun and skin-friendly friction.”
Indeed, slippery floors and steamy bodies can be a risky combo. Keep both feet on the ground whenever possible, and lean on walls or built-in ledges for support. If you’re trying shower sex positions that require bending or lifting, communicate constantly and move slowly.
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Forgo the grannie vibes and get a non-slip bath mat: it could be a literal life-saver, providing the essential grip you need. Brace yourself against the corners of the shower to keep things safe and steady. Nothing dampens hot shower sex faster than a slip that leads to injury.
5. Play With Temperature
Water itself can be an erotic tool. Alternate between hotter and cooler bursts, letting the change in sensation ripple over your partner’s skin. This sensory hacking can heighten arousal and make every touch feel loaded. Careful, though: prolonged high heat can cause dizziness — so stay in tune with each other’s comfort levels. A lukewarm flow with occasional steamy surges tends to be the sweet spot.
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6. Try Waterproof Toys
Some toys are waterproof and shower-safe — a discreet bullet vibrator or a silicone wand can turn the experience into next-level pleasure. Make sure they’re designed for water play, and hold them securely so they don’t slip from your hands mid-use. Introducing sex toys during shower foreplay can add variety and give more control over stimulation, especially since water can dull sensation in some spots.
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7. Keep Communication Flowing
Wet floors and loud water can drown out words. Stay close, speak clearly, check in often. When someone whispers “harder,” “slower,” or “now,” make sure those cues are still getting through.
“Shower sex is steamy and wet, so you might think there's no need for additional lubrication. Think again. Water washes away your body's natural lubrication.”
Ask what feels good, what to change, and when to switch positions. Your partner’s safety and comfort are the ultimate turn-ons, and the reassurance of good communication will make your shower fuck even hotter.
8. Embrace the LOLs
Shower sex can be a blast, but it can also be awkward and messy. Keeping a sense of humor is key. Water will naturally splash everywhere: up your nose, in your eyes or mouth, etc. At least one of you will probably look rather silly at some point. Who cares? Embrace the moment and enjoy the silliness that also comes with having sex in the shower — it’s all part of the adventure, and enjoying a giggle will bring you closer together.
The 5 Best Shower Sex Positions
Now you're set with the best tips for having hot shower sex, don't forget to use them when trying out each of the positions below. These shower sex positions are all suited to water and also work well in tight spaces.
1. Face-to-Face Standing
Perfect for intimacy and easy kissing, this position keeps both partners upright and balanced. Lean against the wall, bodies pressed close. Hands can roam, lips can meet.
Benefit for you: Maximum intimacy and control over depth and rhythm.
Pro Tip: Position yourselves so the spray hits your backs, not your faces, to avoid eye irritation and keep the heat on your bodies.
2. Standing Doggy (From Behind)
One partner braces against the wall or grabs the shower bar while the other enters from behind. A twist on the Doggy Style classic.
Benefit for you: Deep G-spot stimulation while keeping both feet planted for stability.
Pro Tip: Use a wider stance for better balance, and adjust angles with gentle hip tilts for different sensations.
3. Wrapped Leg (Beginner Wraparound)
One partner stands while the receiver wraps a leg around their waist.
Benefit for you: Added clitoral pressure and deeper penetration without losing stability.
Pro Tip: This works best if the lifter has a strong base and there’s a wall for extra balance.
4. Seated on a Stool
A waterproof stool inside the shower lets one partner sit while the other kneels or stands.
Benefit for you: Comfort and control — especially good for longer sessions or if standing positions are tricky.
Pro Tip: Angle the stool so water cascades over shoulders or chest, leaving hands free for extra stimulation.
5. Oral Under the Stream
The receiver leans back into the spray while the giver kneels.
Benefit for you: Access to direct clitoral stimulation plus the sensual feel of water running over your body.
Pro Tip: Keep the spray warm but not scalding — alternating temperatures can intensify sensations.
Can You Use a Condom in the Shower?
Yes, you can use a condom in the shower, but be smart about it. Pregnancy and STIs aren’t washed away with water, so protection is still essential if you want to be super safe. Put the condom on before entering the spray, or step out briefly to do so.
Also, use silicone-based lube to reduce friction and prevent slippage. Avoid oil-based products, which weaken latex in condoms, leading to breakages. Check regularly that the condom is still in place when changing up your shower sex positions.
The Takeaway: Shower Sex
Shower sex is part fantasy, part logistics. Done right, it is playful, passionate, and totally safe. Set the stage with stability, build heat with shower foreplay, and experiment with the best shower sex positions that work for your bodies. With the right prep, your next shower sex sesh can be more than a fantasy — it can be a wet, wild, and unforgettable reality. Steamy, safe, unforgettable — that’s how popsters do it.
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