Rationally, I know that a spanked bottom needs moisturiser: both straight after the spanking, and in the intervals between sessions. Moisturised skin is more supple, less likely to break, more likely to heal quickly.

Although I know all this, and although I have plenty of lotions on hand, I quite often forget to do the deed. Right after a spanking, this is less likely to happen, because the application of soothing cream is often a part of scene-play itself. Putting lotion on a spanked bottom is a great way to wind down after a scene, as well as a not-too-subtle seduction technique. Between two spanked girls, it can be a lovely bonding experience.

Day-to-day moisturising is, however, not a part of my routine, though I really think it should be. A few days before a spanking event (like now) I suddenly realise: oooh boy, my bottom could really do with some softening before I have lots of delicious damage inflicted on it. Unfortunately, at this stage it’s a bit late to start, and I know that if I have play more lightly than I’d like, I’ll have nobody but myself to blame.

Here’s a public service announcement: Don’t follow my example, people: take care of your bottom. You’ll thank yourself for it.

(Before anybody asks: my favourite lotion is Palmer’s Cocoa Butter, which you can find in any supermarket for not very much money. But really, any moisturiser will do.)

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