We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article. Another unexpected result? My skin has never looked better. While many spent the pandemic jade-rollering TikTok-induced dark circles or rekindling their love of knitting to curb anxiety, I spent it masturbating.
I had two orgasms during my lunch break. Yes, the government was letting us have sex again β and entanglements and situationships came and went β but sadly, very few added to my orgasm tally. Thanks, pleasure gap. I wanted to see if regular climaxes would bring my skin back from the brink; a win-win situation, if you ask me.
At my lockdown peak, I was averaging about six or seven a day β I had nothing else to do, other than play Wordle β but in non-pandemic life, I decided three felt more achievable. I scheduled at least one in the morning, one in my lunch break if working from home and at least one before bed. If I was in the office, I would skip my lunchtime O break and have one when I got home instead.
The schedule varied at the weekend, but I found it easier to get the job done than during a busy weekday. It sounds disciplined, but my skin β in theory β was going to thank me later.
While I diligently undertook my own research, I was also keen to look into the science. Because an orgasm is free, after allβ¦. The study, carried out by consultant clinical psychologist Dr David Weeks, claims this is due to the endorphins released, plus a boost in circulation thanks to the exercise involved. It also releases human growth hormone, which makes skin more elastic.
