Decode his kiss: whether hard and fast or gentle and erotic, his smooch can clue you in to his carnal cravings. Read on to learn what his lips are trying to tell you.(MAN MANUAL)(Brief article)

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The Sensual Kiss

Soft, lingering, and arousing? Yes, please! This kind of kiss is meant to ignite all of your senses--his hands will roam over your body, and will move gently over yours. "This kiss says that he's emotionally present and in the mood for a truly intimate experience," says New York City psychologist Max Belkin, PhD. "You can expect plenty of attention to be paid to your needs." But hey, don't forget about him. Match his mood by stroking his arms or kissing down his neck, then back up to his mouth.

The Timid Kiss

A tentative smooch seems chaste, but it might mean he's unsure of how to heat things up. If you want to get down to business, you'll have to give him the green light. "Kiss him back with more intensity, maybe indicating that you want to use tongue," explains Los Angeles sex therapist Patti Britton, PhD. "Then place his hand on a naughty part of your body, like your thigh. It's a signal that you want him, and it'll give him confidence to make the next move."

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