Why do we close our eyes when we kiss?

The longest kiss in the world lasted 58 hours 35 minutes and 58 seconds. While we don't know how the couple managed to last so long, we have an answer to the golden question that has kept us wondering all along: Why do people kiss with their eyes closed?

Fullpiccha has figured out the reasons why we close our eyes when kissing. Take a look at them below.

4 PHOTOS

1. It helps our brain to focus better.

When there are too many visual elements or distractions around, our brains find it difficult to focus, according to research by psychologists. Our ability to sense things decreases when our eyes do more work.

2. This means that you want to feel more with touch.

Closing your eyes will not only eliminate distractions but also fully experience the kiss. By closing our eyes to kiss, we allow our brain to focus on touch rather than other sensory sensations.

3. It helps us feel less vulnerable.

Because kissing is one of the most personal and intimate things, it can make you or your partner feel vulnerable. To avoid this and feeling awkward, we automatically prefer to close our eyes before bending over for a kiss.

4. The alternative may be “creepy” or simply “too difficult.” 4. The alternative can be "creepy" or simply "too difficult."

Not only will this make your partner feel uncomfortable, but scientific evidence suggests that it can overload your brain and deprive you of the special sensations of kissing.