Water, the essence of life itself – a cleanser, soother and healer. An invigorating shower makes a perfect prelude to a sensual night with your lover.

Spontaneous, spur-of-the-moment sex is great - but there are times when an evening and night of prolonged and leisurely lovemaking fit the bill exactly. Snuggle in, draw the curtains - and get ready!

If sensual massage is your idea of heaven, take it to the sensual limits. All you need is baby oil, a good lube or your favourite scented oil, a sheet of polythene and good sense of fun!

Many people, in their favourite fantasies, use unusual clothes to create a new sexual identity. Why confine the dressing up game to the world of fantasy? Extend your wardrobe and liven up your sex life.

For much of their sex-lives together, lovers concentrate on a sensual, lingering build-up to lovemaking. Yet sometimes a raw sense of urgency takes over, and then a couple just can't wait...