Sexual mummification, the act of wrapping the entire body to immobilization, stands as an extreme form of bondage within the realm of BDSM. Utilizing materials like clingfilm, cloth, bandages, rubber strips, duct tape, plaster bandages, body bags, or straitjackets, a person is enveloped from head to toe, rendering them completely immobile. This state may persist for a duration or be accompanied by sensory stimulation, all before the eventual release from the bindings1.
The purpose behind this play is to intensify the sensation of total bodily helplessness, often coupled with sensation play. Sensation play entails the use of silk scarves, feathers, ice, massage oils, and similar implements to stimulate the body’s senses. In the realm of BDSM, sensation play can incorporate mild pain, all in the pursuit of releasing pleasurable endorphins, akin to a runner’s high or the afterglow of an orgasm – sometimes referred to as ‘flying’ or ‘body stress’1.
Sexual mummification transcends the realm of mere bondage artistry; it delves into the exploration of personal limits and trust in one’s partner. Through this play, one may unearth uncharted realms of pleasure, while concurrently strengthening the bonds of trust and understanding with their partner.
