How to Do an Eskimo Kiss

The Eskimo kiss has long been thought to be a way for Eskimos to kiss so their lips didn't freeze together in cold artic conditions. In reality it is used as a substitute for shaking hands since Eskimos typically have only their nose and eyes exposed for physical contact. Everyone can do an Eskimo kiss.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

1. Put your arms around the one you wish to give an Eskimo kiss to, or put your hands on their arms.
2. Put your face closer to his or her face. You may have to bend over or pull them down closer to you. Make it so you are eye to eye, nose to nose with them.
3. Make it a loving gesture and not a rough, cumbersome one to obtain the desired effect and leave the recipient joyful with a smile on his or her face.
4. Place the left edge of the tip of your nose gently on the left edge of the tip of his or her nose.
5. Go back and forth lightly like a butterfly's wings over his or her nose.
6. Pull back and smile at your loved one. You just made their day.

Tips & Warnings

• An Eskimo kiss can be romantic with a boyfriend, girlfriend, wife or husband. Spouses and significant others love to receive an Eskimo kiss because it is a gesture of true affection.
• An Eskimo kiss can be a sweet and affectionate gesture to a child. Children love Eskimo kisses and it leaves them feeling loved and happy.