Get comfortable. Nothing ruins the sense of the occasion more than sitting or standing awkwardly. Go somewhere that you won’t be bothered or stared at. Make sure the place, time and occasion are all right.[2].
Take time. Make sure both of you want to be intimate by kissing. Don’t assume that just because you’re dating that you have to make out. Both of you must feel that this is right.
Hold each other. It is much nicer if you are considerate toward one another and embrace. A hug is always a special start to making out and then you can hold one another in different ways – around the shoulders, across the back or simply a hand pulling his or her face forward. Stroke one another’s hair or face lightly – this adds to the tenderness of the occasion.
Lean in for the kiss. Your partner should respond and lean toward you as well. Avoid bumping one another’s noses – make sure to angle your faces to avoid this.[3]
Begin kissing. Gentle kisses on closed lips to begin with is just fine.[4] It might help to keep your eyes closed, allowing you to dive into the ocean of desire and swim together in your minds.
Test the waters. Making out isn’t normally about discussing what is coming next, so you need to take your cues from how your partner reacts. This means noticing any body language that encourages or discourages further kissing and passion. For instance, a body that draws back indicates enough. A face that leans in for more is letting you know that your partner wants to keep making out too.
Open your lips. Let your tongue gently slide across your partner’s lips.[5] If he or she doesn’t draw back at this point, you can explore a little further with your tongue, sliding your tongue into your partner’s mouth while continuing to kiss or "peck" him or her. Quickly, if the passion is mutual, your partner will catch on and do the same back to you.
Make it last. Passion deserves a little time and respect and one should never waste the first time! Add some special touches:

For girls only: Hold onto his head and slowly and lightly move your hands to the back of his head. Rub your hands through his hair and down his shirt. Grab his biceps if you feel confident and give it a squeeze while kissing him. Run fingers through his hair
For guys only: Wrap your arms firmly around her and rub up and down her back (or lower back if she responds happily).
Compliment your partner on how good he or she is at kissing. Not only a confidence booster but probably also a great encouragement for more!
Be assured that you can now make out without fear. Once the first time is over, there’s no need to sweat it anymore.

[edit] TipsIt’s important to have good dental hygiene, so brush those teeth well beforehand. A little deodorant helps with making sure you smell nice.
It’s a good idea to make a quick bathroom run (if you’re at home) before you make a move for several reasons. You don’t want to have to go to the bathroom in the middle of a good make out session. Another tip is to hide a toothbrush and toothpaste/mouthwash in the nearest bathroom before your date if you’re at your own residence. This allows you to ensure good breath before you swap spit. Going to the bathroom also gives you an excuse to change your position when you get back, allowing you to get closer to your partner to make the first move.
Do not go into the kiss too fast and fierce: he or she will not like this unless you have been with each other for a long time and know what the other is like.
If you truly care about one another, you will naturally put your partner’s needs first, and will truly act in a caring manner. Also, loving partners will understand any "mistakes" and will try to ease the situation in a loving fashion. Making out should be done in a loving, caring relationship, if at all possible.

[edit] WarningsDon’t forget to swallow to avoid excessive saliva or you might end up accidentally depositing it in your partner’s mouth.
If the other person is a bad kisser, try to slow things down and don’t say anything. Come back and read How to Deal With a Bad Kisser or read it in advance just in case! If they tell you that you’re a bad kisser, say "Well, everybody has room for improvement. How about this: You say something I can do to be a better kisser, and I’ll say something you can do to get better at this, too, and then we’ll practice."
Make sure you’re comfortable with it first. It’s not something that everyone knows how to do the first time, and if the other person is a little shy or embarrassed, reassure them that there’s no hurry or pressure.
If you have a beard, you might like to shave it. Prickly faces can be off-putting to females.
Make sure that you don’t have anything stuck in your teeth (especially if you have braces)!
Be aware that sometimes, making out can lead to other things. If you don’t feel that you’re ready, don’t be afraid to stand up for yourself and say no to anything that making out might evolve.

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