Like any form of sexual expression, porn and erotica can be wonderful. They can inspire us, teach us things about ourselves that we never knew before, engage our responsive desire, and live in our masturbation memory banks forever.
But there’s so much content available that it’s hard to know where to start, especially if you’re concerned that what you’re watching might be questionably made. Porn is a massive industry, and unfortunately, too much of it is produced irresponsibly – without safe conditions or fair pay for the performers, and without ensuring that they’ve even consented.
If you’re in the market for visual erotica that features real human connection, enthusiastic consent, and fair wages, and honors authentic pleasure for everyone, you’re in luck. We’ve compiled a list of porn sources we love, that fit all those criteria.
Sexuality is highly individual, and porn is not for everyone. If it doesn’t turn you on, it doesn’t – and that’s just fine! But if you do love porn, if you’re porn-curious, or if you just haven’t found the right porn for you, we think you’ll find something to love in this list, just as much as we do.
What we love about Dipsea – if visual porn doesn’t get you there, consider exploring the juicy world of audio erotica. It’s like someone whispering dirty stories in your ear – on demand.
Dipsea was founded by two women on a mission to empower other women to tap into their sexuality – on their terms. This subscription service features erotic stories produced in-house, with a feminist, sex-positive, celebratory ethos, and the experienced professionals who produce and perform them are fairly compensated. You can download the app for iOS or Android, so you can take Dipsea to bed with you!
What we love about Bellesa – it’s run by women, and truly focused on pleasure and genuine connections between the actors. If you want sensual porn with real emotional intimacy, these films are perfect.
Described as "The Netflix of Porn", Bellesa depicts women as subjects of pleasure, not objects of conquest. It’s a platform on which community members can find free and ethically sourced porn videos, read intimate erotic stories, and watch the most authentic, toe-curling HD porn produced in-house by Bellesa Films.
What we love about Erika's work – many of the films start with conversations around boundaries and sexual agreements among the very diverse casts, which help viewers understand how to navigate consent and boundaries at the same time as they enjoy a raunchy turn-on.
Erika Lust Films employs a meticulous set of criteria to ensure that their releases are safe for the performers. (Think of it as a COA, but for porn!) They’re committed to equal pleasure, authentic desire, fair pay, a supportive working environment, and more.
If all this sounds cozy and wholesome… believe us, it isn’t. In the best way.
What we love about PinkLabel – this queer-owned streaming service features something for almost everyone. Described as the Criterion Collection of adult films, their offerings skew sophisticated, artsy, international, and really, really hot. From softcore to hardcore, plotty to plot-free, vintage to modern, and representing every possible sexual orientation, it’s a whole buffet for the porn omnivore.
PinkLabel also offers extensive resources to help current and aspiring ethical adult filmmakers. And sales directly support the artists, so they can continue expanding their craft.
What we love about Sssh – acclaimed director/producer/founder Angie Rowntree has a passion for female-led, female-focused erotica that stimulates both body and mind. She’s a pioneer in the ethical porn space, and has received an endorsement from the Adult Performer Advocacy Committee. The films on this platform have been critically acclaimed by adult and mainstream sources alike.
And it’s not just videos. Sssh also features written erotica, juicy photosets, and even virtual reality offerings for a 360° experience. Inspired by members' shared desires and fantasies, and made with a sex-positive cast and crew, you’re sure to find whatever your heart (or other parts) desire.
The recent cultural wave of sex positivity – of which Foria is proud to be a part – means that porn has come out of the shadows. There’s a lot of sketchy stuff out there, so make sure you know what you’re supporting when you watch. And be glad that proud, ethical porn producers are setting the bar for the future of pleasure on demand.
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