Some of you might know I am a former speed dating host. So I’ve had my share of first date conversations, plus I’ve had the opportunity to eavesdrop on other people. Awesome for a dating blogger! Let me tell you, some opening lines I overheard weren’t pretty, and lines of any kind tend to make me squirm. People get nervous when it comes to breaking the ice, but confidence is key. A good opening can take the pressure off, even if it is awkward at first.

One of the things I noticed with my speed daters was that nerves can dry up mouths. Ever try having a couple of beers or glasses of wine, trying to calm your nerves, and then realize that your breath smells like turned vinegar and garlic? There’s nothing worse than wanting to flirt a little and then backing away because you’re worrying about how your breath smells. hello oral care products can help with this problem, and they are date friendly.

The hello mouthwash doesn’t contain alcohol, so no more dry mouth issues, and they have purse and pocket-friendly breath sprays in flavors like Pink Grapefruit Mint, Sweet Cinnamint, and Mojito Mint. They aren’t harsh, but refreshing and don’t interfere with your enjoyment of your favorite cocktails. So, after you’re all freshened up, then what? How do you get seriously friendly with the object of your affection? It helps to feel prepared, because confidence shows before you even speak.

Usually, I like it when a man isn’t trying to be overly clever, but shows an interest in getting to know me. But I have to confess, one pick-up line worked on me. My favorite one of all time was a man who biked past me, turned around, and shouted back that if I didn’t have a boyfriend, he was crazy for leaving me. That takes nerve, and I yelled out my number. Not every line will land, but boldness can be charming when it feels real.