Face Taping for Anti-Ageing: Is It Worth Trying?

Face taping has surprisingly been around for decades. With Hollywood stars and performers alike using this method to help achieve that ‘snatched’ or face lift appearance. While this method has now begun to make its rounds again, are there any real benefits to taping your face?

Before we end the night with adhesive on our face, we need to look at the facts of what this actually is and whether it offers any real benefits or if what they’re saying online holds any weight at all. 

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What Is Face Taping and Why Is Everyone Trying It?

Before Instagram existed, actors, musicians and popular icons alike have been taping their faces for premieres, movies, you name it. We just didn’t know about it then because nobody could post about it. Until now. A newly viral trend that has lots of people gift wrapping their face before they go to sleep. 

This trend is done by sticking pieces or patches of special tape to your skin either by using them at night while you sleep or by hiding tape behind the ears, under makeup or hair to give you that ‘lifted’ look. 

Face taping has become popular as a lot of people see it as a much more cost-effective, non-invasive option compared to going to a beauty clinic and doing treatments there. Social media has blown up this topic for these very reasons and it seems that getting tape is much easier to do in the comfort of your own home. 

It's done in two ways:

• Adding adhesive tape to crease-prone areas overnight such as between the brows, the forehead and laugh lines.
• Taping near the temples and jawline to create a lifting effect

Does Face Taping Really Work?

Not in the way that everyone is hoping. Face taping offers a temporary mechanical effect. It works by restricting muscle movement, not by offering any long-term anti-aging benefits. Once you’ve taken the tape off, it’s just a matter of minutes or hours before the fine lines return, especially as soon as you start moving your face again. Essentially, face taping hides your wrinkles for a little while, almost like ignoring something you didn’t want to deal with. 

Eventually you’re going to have to deal with it, because the effects of it will never be permanent. The short term benefit is that the tape may seal in moisture, softening lines temporarily, but the results are very short lived. 

Could Face Taping Do More Harm than Good?

Depending on the type of adhesive used on the tape, it can trigger skin reactions as the tape may act as an irritant itself and cause redness, itching, rashes and inflammation. This could be especially for people who already have sensitive skin.  

Skin Doesn’t Need a Quick Fix

Our faces are the artwork and we are the artist, choosing what to put on and how it will feel is definitely something we need to consider greatly when it comes to our delicate skin on our face.  

H-Glow Formula is a plant-based product formulated to nourish, soothe and hydrate the skin. With ingredients such as jojoba oil, rosehip and avocado oil, which are well known for their moisturizing properties and their ability to absorb easily into the skin

H-Glow Formula is filled with fatty acids, vitamins and antioxidants to help support the appearance of healthier, glowing skin. Made to be used morning and night as part of your daily skincare routine.

When You Should See a Dermatologist About Skin Concerns

Putting tape onto your face could have different effects on different people but if you notice any of the following stop using the tape immediately and speak to a doctor or dermatologist if:

• A red or painful rash develops
• Blisters or raw skin is visible 
• Breakouts have become worse in areas where the tape has been used
• Dark spots or scarring have appeared

Frequently Asked Questions

Is face taping safe to do every night?

There is limited evidence supporting nightly face taping for long-term wrinkle reduction. Frequent use may increase the risk of skin irritation or damage to the skin barrier in some people, particularly those with sensitive skin.

Can face taping cause more wrinkles over time?

There is limited evidence that face taping causes wrinkles. However, repeatedly pulling or stretching the skin when removing adhesive tape may irritate the skin, particularly if done frequently or aggressively. 

Is it safe to use regular tape on your face?

If someone chooses to try face taping, products specifically designed for facial use may be less likely to irritate the skin than household adhesive tapes. Always follow the manufacturer's directions and discontinue use if irritation develops. 

Can H-Glow Formula be used alongside other skincare products?

Yes, H-Glow Formula fits in seamlessly into any daily routine and may be used alongside other skincare products.

How do I use H-Glow Formula?

H-Glow Formula can be applied to a cleansed face and neck. Apply evenly over the face and neck as directed. 

Sources

1. Cleveland Clinic. What Is Face Tape and Does It Work?
2. The Ohio State University. Does face taping work for preventing or eliminating wrinkles?
3. Bydrie. Does "Face Taping" Actually Work to Smooth Wrinkles? We Asked Dermatologists
4. Be Your Kind. How to reduce wrinkles naturally: Effective tips for youthful skin

Note: The product mentioned is a cosmetic product and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any medical condition. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, review product directions carefully and consult a healthcare professional before use.