The Science Of Squirting (And Why It’s Not Just Pee)
- Filip
- Jul 10
- 4 min read
Squirting has become both a mystery and a meme. It’s been fetishized in porn, debated by scientists, and argued over in bedrooms like it’s some mythical bodily function—half orgasm, half magic trick. But behind the hype, what is squirting really? Is it pee? Is it female ejaculation? Is it even real?
The answer is yes. And also: sort of. Like most things related to female pleasure, squirting lives in the grey zone between truth, taboo, and scientific confusion.
Let’s get into it.
First, What Is Squirting?
Squirting refers to the expulsion of fluid from the vagina or urethra during sexual arousal or orgasm. It’s often described as a gush or release of liquid, sometimes intense enough to soak a bed. In porn, it’s shown as theatrical and performative. In real life, it can feel like a deeply personal moment—or just plain confusing.
So, Is It Pee?
Here’s the blunt truth: partially, yes. Scientific analysis of “squirted” fluid has shown that it often contains urea and creatinine—components of urine. But that’s not the whole story.
There’s also something called female ejaculation, a separate process involving the Skene’s glands (often called the female prostate). This fluid is thicker, milky, and biochemically distinct from urine. It’s rich in PSA (prostate-specific antigen), which is also found in male ejaculate.
In short: squirting and female ejaculation are not necessarily the same thing—but they’re often mashed together under one messy, misunderstood term.
What Science Actually Says
A groundbreaking 2014 study used ultrasounds to examine the bladders of women who squirted. It found that the bladder filled with fluid during arousal, and emptied during squirting—suggesting that the fluid was, in large part, urine. But it’s diluted, and often odorless.
Meanwhile, separate studies showed that many women also expelled fluid from the Skene’s glands, making it a combo act: a little pee, a little ejaculate, a whole lot of taboo.
The medical community still hasn’t agreed on a single definition. Some researchers refuse to recognize squirting as distinct from urination. Others insist it’s a valid—and powerful—sexual release. The confusion isn’t biological; it’s cultural.
Why It Feels So Powerful (Even If You’re Not Into It)
Regardless of fluid content, many people describe squirting as cathartic—an intense release that’s more about sensation than spectacle. It’s not just a trick. It’s often the result of deep G-spot stimulation and full-body arousal.
The body lets go. The muscles clench. Something floods—not just from the urethra, but from a place far more emotional. Some even describe it as crying through your pelvis.
That may sound dramatic, but in a society that punishes women for taking up space—let alone leaking—it makes sense that something so visible and unapologetic would feel radical.
Can Everyone Squirt?
According to Myisha Battle, a certified sex coach in San Francisco, yes: It’s about technique, pressure and mindset.
The G-spot (really the anterior wall of the vagina, rich in nerve endings and close to the urethral sponge) is often key. Deep, rhythmic pressure—usually from fingers or curved toys—can stimulate the tissue enough to trigger fluid release. But that pressure has to be consistent and intentional.
It’s not about poking around randomly. It’s more like learning to play an instrument. The technique really matters.
How To Encourage It (If You Want To Try)
If you’re curious—and not just because someone on Reddit said you should—here are some starting points:
Relax first. Tension is a barrier. Squirting often happens when you’re already aroused, open, and deeply present.
Stimulate the G-spot. It’s 1–3 inches inside the vagina, toward the belly. Use firm, consistent pressure (think “come here” motion).
Don’t panic about the pee feeling. That urge to urinate is part of the process for many. It usually passes right before squirting happens.
Waterproof your space. Not for shame, but for freedom. No one squirts confidently on a white sofa.
Use toys or fingers, but slowly. Internal stimulation works best with rhythm and patience.
Don’t Force It—Seriously
This isn’t a party trick or something you need to prove. Performative squirting culture (thanks, porn) has made it seem like everyone should be doing it. You don’t owe your partner a water show.
Squirting should be treated like any other sexual experience: consensual, pressure-free, and ideally fun—not a test.
The Myth, The Mess, The Reality
Squirting is real. It’s also messy, misunderstood, and wrapped in layers of sexual pressure. It can be a powerful experience—or just an occasional footnote in someone’s sex life. It’s a reminder that bodies are wild, that pleasure isn’t always neat, and that fluids aren’t something to be ashamed of.
Science doesn’t have all the answers. But your body might already know what feels good—and that’s the truth that matters most.
Myths That Need to Die
“If you can’t squirt, something’s wrong with you.” No. Plenty of people never squirt and still have amazing, fulfilling sex lives.
“Squirting = female ejaculation.” Not quite. Different fluids, different glands. Sometimes they overlap; often they don’t.
“It means she came super hard.” Sometimes yes, sometimes no. Squirting can happen without orgasm—and vice versa.
So, Should You Try It?
Only if it sounds fun. There’s no gold star for soaking the sheets. But if you’re curious, create a low-pressure, high-trust space. Grab a towel, maybe a waterproof blanket, and ditch any expectations.
Tips:
Focus on deep G-spot stimulation.
Apply rhythmic, curved pressure.
Relax pelvic floor muscles.
Let go of the idea that it has to look like porn.
TL;DR:
Squirting is real, often includes urine, and varies wildly.
Not everyone can—or needs to—do it.
Technique, anatomy, and mental state all play a role.
Ignore the hype. Explore for you, not for someone else’s checklist.
The bottom line: Your body isn’t broken if it doesn’t squirt. And it isn’t magic if it does. But either way—it’s worth getting to know how your body works, what’s possible, and what feels right.
