11 Best Sex Blankets For Mess-Free Fun, According To Sex Experts
As they say—the wetter, the better.

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Let's face it: Any kind of sex is likely going to involve fluids. And while that's totally normal, nothing kills the mood quite like dealing with that dreaded wet spot on your softest bed sheets immediately after having sex. There is a way to avoid that annoyance completely, though—I'm talking about sex blankets.
Sex blankets let you get as messy as you want during sex without worrying about the clean-up afterward. Aside from the fact that they help protect your sheets from lube, ejaculate, period blood, and more, they can also make sex even hotter by creating a more relaxed environment. "The more comfortable our environment is, the less things we’re worried about [and] the easier it is to relax and release into pleasure," says Jenn Gunsaullus, PhD, a sociologist and sex coach who runs the blog Dr. Jenn's Den: Sexuality Outside The Box. "A sex blanket can help make us more comfortable, and reduce any stress about being judged, making a mess, or messing up something nice."
Best Sex Blankets
While sex blankets come in a variety of styles and sizes, the best ones have a few characteristics in common. Generally, you'll want to look for a blanket that's waterproof and designed to protect your mattress topper/couch/floor/countertop from any fluids. It's also best to look for a product that's machine-washable and a great size for your needs. Ahead, sex therapists and sex educators unpack the top traits to look for in a sex blanket.
What To Consider
Material
What really sets a sex blanket aside from a regular one is its capacity to reduce mess. So, you'll need a waterproof product, and it'll help if the blanket is also absorbent, says Goody Howard, a sex educator who runs the blog Ask Goody. "The best sex blanket is going to be one that has good absorption, not just something that is waterproof and doesn't allow things to get wet." She recommends looking for keywords like 'charcoal' and 'microfiber' in the product description. This will let you know it's actually absorbent instead of just a plastic-lined piece of fabric, Howard says.
Size
Size is also an important feature to consider. Some sex blankets don’t cover the entirety of a bed, so if you’re looking to cover a lot of surface area, you'll want to opt for a larger blanket like the Liberator Fascinator Throw. On the other hand, a smaller sex blanket, like the Playdrop Sex Mat, might be more travel-friendly and easier to toss in the wash. It all depends on your needs.
Color Options
If you plan on keeping your sex blanket out in plain sight, you probably don't want it to stick out like a sore thumb. "Keep in mind where the blanket will live in your space so that the color or design matches the area," Howard says. A product that matches your sheets, comforter, or pillows might also make the whole experience of using a sex blanket feel sexier and more natural.
How We Chose
For the past few months, Women’s Health editors, including love and life editor Lydia Wang, vetted the bestselling, top-rated sex blankets on Amazon and beyond. Our team consulted two sex experts, tapped our team of anonymous testers, and evaluated thousands of customer reviews and ratings to narrow down the best sex blankets, sheets, and mats for a wide range of needs and preferences.
So, if you’re interested in trying it out (or looking for an upgrade), see below for the 11 best sex blankets you can buy right now, curated with help from sex experts and tested by real users.

Olivia Evans (she/her) is an editorial assistant at Women’s Health. Her work has previously appeared in The Cut and Teen Vogue. She loves covering topics where culture and wellness intersect. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, running, and watching rom-coms.

Lydia Wang is the love & life editor at Women’s Health, where she writes and edits content about sexual health, love and relationships, queerness, sex tech, and astrology. She is also the co-author of the romance novel Here For The Wrong Reasons, and previously covered sex and dating for Refinery29, Elite Daily, and more. When she’s not diving deep into the latest sex trends or researching the best vibrators on the market, you can find her reading at a coffee shop or watching reality TV.


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