You may have heard the term before but what is a ruined orgasm and why does it pair so well with cum eating? We’re all starting to realize that when it comes to sex, the journey can be just as thrilling as the destination. Foreplay and experimentation are opening up all sorts of exciting new ways to experience pleasure for both sexes. However, for most guys, the ultimate goal of sex is still that satisfying orgasm. Often viewed as the highlight of the experience. But some people actually enjoy having that intense pleasure interrupted, denying themselves the full release. This is known as a “ruined orgasm,” and the mix of physical frustration and heightened anticipation is what makes it so intriguing.
Curious? Here’s everything you need to know about why ruined orgasms are a turn-on and how you can explore them with a partner.
What is it?
A ruined orgasm is when the stimuli is removed as the orgasm is about to happen. That is, the handjob stops or slows down when you are almost at the edge or the blowjob is interrupted or your dick is removed from one of her holes. And because you don’t get those final rubs to completion, you will continue to ejaculate but without the big orgasm that you were looking for. When that occurs, the resulting orgasm loses some of its typical intensity.
Ruined orgasms don’t always happen intentionally. You might have experienced one by accident if your solo or partnered session was suddenly interrupted.
Why Would Someone Want This?
A ruined orgasm is traditionally common in BDSM (Bondage, Discipline, Dominance, Submission, Sadism, and Masochism) and Femdom related activities but isn’t limited to them. It is the idea of denying someone full pleasure. But there is so much more to the ruined orgasm that can lead to a better sexual experience with your partner.

What makes the ruined orgasm most appealing is that it continues to leave you desiring for more. When a man experiences a traditional orgasm, his horniness immediately disappears. It is a mental reset of sorts. Once a man orgasms and releases his fluids, the brain releases a ton of endorphins and neurotransmitters, including the “feel-good” dopamine. As a result, some men tend to get feelings of disgust with oneself or possibly guilt and regret with the act of intercourse. Time passes and the cycle begins all over again. This is often referred to as Post Nut Clarity or PNC.
When one experiences the ruined orgasm, those desires do not disappear while you can still experience an orgasm, albeit, less intense.
How Do I Experience a Ruined Orgasm?
Whether you’re looking to give or receive a ruined orgasm, it’s important to start by talking openly with your partner about your desires and boundaries, and asking about theirs. Make sure you both understand what a ruined orgasm is and that you’re both fully on board with trying it.
Next, figure out how you want to ruin the orgasm. Does your partner want to bring you to the edge with a vibrator and then turn it off? Would you prefer them to go down on you and stop just before you climax? Or maybe one partner will masturbate while the other gives directions like “keep going.” And if you are the one ruining your partner’s orgasm, make sure that you focus on their sounds and their body language.
If you’re unsure how close your partner is, just ask. If you’re the one receiving, don’t hesitate to signal when you’re getting close. Communication—whether through words, moans, or body language—is crucial for successfully pulling off a ruined orgasm together.
How is This Related to Edging?
Not to be misconstrued with the ruined orgasm but with edging, you are taken to the brink of the orgasm but don’t orgasm right away. During solo or partnered edging sessions, you find yourself getting to the edge over and over again until you unload that one huge release. Often, that build-up might take minutes or hours (and for some, even days). The focus here is the “tease” until you have the biggest, most satisfying orgasm possible. Where the ruined orgasm is intended to have a less-satisfying climax and as a result, your horniness (and erectness) does not subside until you do, which is perfect for cum eating activities.
How Does this Help With Cum Eating Activities?
Again, with a ruined orgasm, you only get a partial release. That means you will remain horny and the idea of eating your own cum is still exciting. For this reason, ruined orgasms can be one of the most effective ways to follow through with eating your cum for the first or hundredth time.
And once you have ruined your orgasm and gobbled up that delicious cream of yours, you can go right back to stroking your dick for another ruined or even a full orgasm.
Conclusion
The ruined is a very useful and practical tool when it comes to eating your own cum. Again, this method actually helps to overcome or avoid the PNC discussed above. Pair it with sessions of edging and you can ensure that you will have larger loads when time comes to release. And once you have created all of that mess on yourself or her, you are left with cleanup duty.