Delay sprays
have emerged as a popular solution for managing
premature ejaculation, a concern shared by many, including a significant portion of men in
Canada.
These sprays, when applied to the penis, work by reducing sensitivity, thus helping to
extend performance and combat the natural inclination toward rapid
ejaculation.
While striving to enhance sexual experiences and please our partners, it's
important to remember that fast ejaculations are a perfectly normal aspect
of male sexuality. Nevertheless,
delay sprays
offer a practical approach for those seeking to delay climax.
Topics covered in this article:
Are Delay Sprays Really Effective?
For the majority of people, delay sprays work. Multiple studies have been done to test their effectiveness. In many
of these, the overwhelming majority of those tested have reported
positive results.
One recent study
tested 150 men with premature ejaculation issues. 75 of them were given
a placebo, while the rest were given a delay spray. It proved that an
application of spray around 10 to 20 minutes before intercourse could
improve sexual performance.
Another longer-term study
tested the time from stimulation to ejaculation. This increased
performance timed on average from around 7 to 11 minutes. It also
resulted in better perceptions of sexual experiences for the people
involved.
Lidocaine and Benzocaine
The active ingredient that can improve
men's sexual health
in these products is lidocaine or benzocaine. These are both anesthetics
that dull the sensations caused by nerves in the penis.
Both are found in common, over-the-counter products like ointments and
gels. Most people will have no problems with them, though allergic
reactions may occur in some cases. You should always consult a doctor
before using them regardless.
If you are worried, then test a small amount on a skin patch elsewhere.
The back of the leg or arm are areas that will be less intrusive should
adverse effects occur.
Use 2,3 puffs of delay spray the first time you use them. Spray 30 cm
from your penis. If it isn't enough, you can add the amount you use next
time. Start low, and you will find the perfect amount gradually.
Why It Doesn't Work for Me
If you have tried delay sprays
and they have no impact on your climax control, then you may not be
using them correctly.
Not only does it require the correct application, but there are also a
few mistakes you may make when applying.
How to Apply a Delay Spray
Start by getting the
application of the delay spray correct. Shake the bottle, then hold the nozzle close to the penis. Holding it
further away may mean the spray does not coat it fully.
Make sure you press the bottle firmly so it releases a full jet. If it
does not, then clear the nozzle and shake once more. Check the section
below on mistakes to see where and how much you should
apply.
Once applied, you should wait around 15 minutes before intercourse.
With the right spray, you should not feel numb. Sensations should be
slightly dulled.
Mistakes You Can Make When Using Delay Sprays
There are several common mistakes using delay spray. This leads to
people assuming they don't work. Avoid the mistakes using delay
sprays listed below, and you should soon find an improvement in your
sexual health.
1- Using Too Much
When you first get your desensitizing spray, it can be very
tempting to put on as much as possible. Yet adding more does not
mean you will last longer. This can have the opposite effect.
As a delay spray numbs removes sensitivity, applying too much may mean you can't feel anything at all. This can prevent you from enjoying sex and may even mean you lose
your erection.
As the climax control is a result of the lidocaine or benzocaine in
the product, too much can also cause problems. They can be absorbed
into the bloodstream having adverse reactions. In these products,
there is so little this is luckily very unlikely to occur, but you
should still get medical advice before use.
Finally, using too much means you waste your money. Just two or three sprays
should be enough.
2- Being Impatient
Another reason why delay sprays are not working might be that you are expecting them to work too quickly. Once sprayed onto the penis, you should give it 15 minutes or
until the spray is fully absorbed before attempting
intercourse.
If you don't, then the spray does not have time to absorb into the skin. It will simply get rubbed off. This can then affect the person
you are with, desensitizing them and providing an unwanted
situation.
3- Spraying in the Wrong Places
Another of the major mistakes using delay sprays is applying them
to the wrong areas. As they reduce feeling, they should be applied
to sensitive areas. Spraying it on the shaft will do very
little.
Two places are recommended when using delay spray. The head of the penis contains the most nerves. Applying it here, particularly to the underside, can have
positive results.
Spraying on the frenulum
is also recommended. This is the bridge of skin that extends from
the back of the head to the shaft. One spray here and one on the
head itself should do the trick.
How to Get the Best Results With Delay Sprays
Applying the delay spray to a
flaccid or erect penis
is down to personal choice. Many find it easier to apply to an erect
penis. It could be easier to reach those hard to get at
spots.
If you are using a condom, you need to check the instructions on the delay spray and the condom
itself. Most will be fine for all-purpose use. Others may suggest you
use only latex condoms.
You don't need to wash delay spray off. As it is absorbed into the skin, you should wait until it has dried
before continuing anyway. If there is excess residue, you may wish to
remove it with a damp cloth.
Key Takeaways
If you have tried delay sprays before and do not have results, then you
may not have used them correctly. Try again using our guide for
applications. After this, check you are not making the common mistakes
listed.
When you are using them for the first time, you need to follow our
helpful guide.
