What is Looning in BDSM? (Balloon Fetish)

Looning is using an inflateable fetish for kinky fun.

Looners are festishists who have a sexual interest in balloons, rubbery items, rubber balls, and other inflatable items.

Why People Like Looning

When it comes to balloons, there’s an excitement knowing that the balloon might pop.

This popping anxiety comes with its own surge of dopamine, especially when you’re enjoying the sensation of the rubbery surface.

Some people also like the rubbery sound that comes with rubbing a balloon and other inflatables.

The shape of the balloon or inflatable, such as a sex doll, can be arousing. For example, when the balloon is shaped like a penis and toyed aroound with.

Balloons are also associated with fun.

Types of Looners: Poppers vs Non-Poppers

Poppers are those who are attracted to the popping. Here are some ways poppers like to pop balloons:

  • Sitting on balloons
  • Heels
  • Needles
  • Hugging
  • Heat

Non-Poppers are those who are afraid of the possibility of popping, but enjoy the feel of the toy.

Looning Terminology

TermDefinition
LooningUsing inflatable items for kinky fun.
LoonersFetishists with a sexual interest in balloons, rubbery items, rubber balls, and other inflatables.
NeckingPulling the neck of the balloon.
PoppersThose attracted to the sensation of popping balloons.
Non-PoppersThose who enjoy the feel of inflatables but are afraid of popping them.
Semi-PoppersThose who switch between being poppers and non-poppers.
Figure BalloonsBalloons that come in shapes that some find erotic.

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