What are anti-wrinkle tapes, principle of action. What benefits do they bring and in what cases can they harm? Application rules, popular brands, real reviews.
Anti-wrinkle tapes are elastic tapes on an adhesive basis, which are attached to the face according to a certain pattern in order to relieve muscle hypertonicity, remove edema and smooth out creases and folds on the skin. Teips came to aesthetic cosmetology from sports, where they were actively used to fix muscles, joints and tendons during training, and very quickly acquired whole armies of female fans.
What are anti-wrinkle tapes?
On the photo of the tape for the face from wrinkles
Tapes are elastic tapes with an adhesive base, which are attached to the face to relieve muscle hypertonicity, remove edema and wrinkles. Despite the fact that at the moment only sports taping has been subjected to serious research, and the conclusions of scientists are continually criticized and require new scientific research, the use of anti-wrinkle tapes is becoming more widespread every year.
Women on thematic forums actively share their achievements with each other, post photos "before" and "after", argue about taping techniques … It is not surprising that even inveterate skeptics inevitably have a desire to acquire a bright-colored plaster and personally test the effectiveness of this unusual technique. But before you buy an anti-wrinkle tape, you should figure out what its action is based on.
Taping involves fixing pieces of elastic adhesive tape on certain areas of the face, reminiscent of an ordinary adhesive plaster. Attach them in such a way that:
- slightly displace the skin without stretching it;
- prevent the formation of new wrinkles;
- smooth out existing folds;
- reduce muscle tension;
- improve blood flow and lymph drainage.
The tapes are kept for a long time, up to several hours, because of which, after their removal, the skin retains its "given shape", and with regular repetition of the procedure, the duration of the effect increases.
Note that modern wrinkle kinesiology tapes differ significantly from the clumsy and not very comfortable tapes of the first generation, which athletes used to glue their bodies up to 1988.
Modified products developed by the Japanese doctor Kenzo Kase are made of high quality natural hypoallergenic materials - cotton, cotton fabric, viscose and are similar in their characteristics to human skin. They come in different lengths and widths (from 1 to 5 cm), but also allow correction with scissors.
Anti-wrinkle tapes are securely attached and can easily stay on the face as long as needed, they do not interfere with the skin's breathing, are not afraid of water, bend well, while maintaining their shape. Due to their unique characteristics, they cannot be replaced with ordinary adhesive plaster!
Useful properties of anti-wrinkle tapes
If in sports taping is practiced to prevent injuries, relieve pain syndromes and accelerate rehabilitation of injuries, and in medicine - also to correct posture, then in cosmetology they pursue a completely different goal. True, elastic plasters have not yet become a full-fledged alternative to surgical lifting, as the fans of taping predicted at the beginning of this century, but there is a lot of evidence that the use of tape against wrinkles makes sense:
- The fixed skin does not allow using facial expressions as actively as we usually do, and often without even noticing it. Hence, the reduction of facial wrinkles.
- Eliminating muscle strain helps smooth out age-related wrinkles and restore facial contours.
- The activated capillary blood flow brings nutrients and oxygen to the tissues, restoring a pleasant color and elasticity to the face.
- Together with lymph, decay products leave the cells, due to which metabolic processes are accelerated and regenerative processes are stimulated. And since with it the excess fluid is also removed from the tissues, the edema decreases.
If the procedure is performed by a specialist with in-depth knowledge of how to use anti-wrinkle tapes, relaxation of the facial muscles can not only improve the appearance, but also relieve headaches.
Note! Cross-tapes with a lattice base deserve special mention, which do not fight wrinkles, but relieve pain and promote the early healing of bruises and swelling.
Contraindications and harm of wrinkle tapes
The taping procedure is not without its drawbacks. The fattest of them is, perhaps, the fragility of the achieved result. In order not only to enjoy the rejuvenated and refreshed reflection in the mirror, but also to make it stay with you as long as possible, the use of adhesive tapes must be made part of your beauty routine. One-time use of anti-wrinkle face tapes does not make sense.
Another disadvantage is the greenhouse effect, which is created under the patch for long hours, despite its gentle attitude to the skin. When worn for a long time under the tapes, bacteria can begin to multiply, which will cause a burst of acne on oily skin and irritation spots on sensitive skin.
The third danger that awaits inexperienced fans of taping is the difficulty of using adhesive tapes. By fixing the tape on the face incorrectly, you can not only not solve the existing problem, but also add a couple of new ones to it, so experts advise beginners to seek professional help at least for the first time. Well, if this is not possible, but you are determined to try to remove wrinkles, swelling and other imperfections of the face with tapes, take the time to choose the layout of the tapes that matches your age and problem, and study it thoroughly.
Finally, one should not forget about contraindications. It is prohibited to use tapes in the following cases:
- malfunctions of the lymphatic system;
- violation of cerebral circulation;
- thrombosis;
- high blood pressure;
- edema caused by any ailment;
- nasal congestion;
- various skin lesions on the face from scratches to eczema;
- inflammation of the facial nerve;
- diabetes in acute form;
- oncology.
Note! In rare cases, the adhesive layer of the tape can cause allergies. To make sure you don't get it, put a small piece of the patch on your hand and wear it for several hours.
The best anti-wrinkle tapes
In the photo Kinexib Lifting tape from wrinkles at a price of 600 rubles.
Unlike other cosmetics, tapes for the face are not yet as widely represented on the beauty market as their counterparts in sports goods, but the situation is gradually improving.
The main thing to remember for a beginner "tapist":
- You can't be led by temptation and buy body tape instead of a face patch. They have different densities, different adhesive compositions and are not interchangeable.
- It is better to choose tapes made from natural materials, they are safer and more pleasant to use.
- The leading leader in this area is Japan, with South Korea on its heels. But crafts from China are traditionally of low quality. Many users have more than once had a question whether the tapes produced in the Celestial Empire help against wrinkles in principle, although exceptions are always found. For example, the Kinexib Lifting T brand has earned good reviews.
The best face tapes for wrinkles:
- BB Face Tape TM by BBalance Tape … The elastic band is 97% long-staple cotton and only 3% nylon, thanks to which it makes the most gentle contact with the tissues of the body,and the soft acrylic glue used to fix the product has been specially modified for the needs of the delicate skin of the face. The packaging is supplied with instructions in Russian and contains clear application diagrams explaining how to glue anti-wrinkle tapes correctly. Each package contains 2 rolls of tape 10 m long and 2.5 cm wide. Available in 5 versions: white, beige, pink, blue and lime colors. Manufactured in South Korea. Cost from 650 rubles.
- Lifting tapes from Teana … The combination of cotton base and acrylic glue does not interfere with the skin breathing, it is well fixed on the face, does not cause inconvenience during prolonged wear. The contents of the package do not differ in color: only white teips with funny green strokes are on sale, but it contains 3 types of stickers of different shapes. Manufactured in South Korea. You can buy anti-wrinkle face tapes at a price of 500-700 rubles. per set, which includes 7 sets of 5 ready-to-stick plasters.
- Kinexib Lifting tape … The set consists of 12 w-shaped and 30 straight beige viscose ribbons, allowing you to bring to life the most complex taping patterns. The bag is equipped with a zip fastener for easy storage and instructions in Russian. The tapes are made in China. One set costs about 600 rubles.
How to use anti-wrinkle tapes?
Photo of taping of the chin and neck from wrinkles
Before gluing anti-wrinkle tapes on your face, experts advise you to remove your makeup and take a few photos against a light wall in a well-lit room. Perhaps you will not look your best on them, since such photos mercilessly emphasize all the wrinkles and asymmetry of the face, but they will also give you the opportunity to see the results of your work after a few taping sessions.
General rules on how to use anti-wrinkle tapes:
- Clean your face of makeup, wash your face and pat dry your skin with a paper towel.
- Give a short, light massage by tapping your face quickly with your fingertips to warm it up.
- Measure or remove a tape of the desired length and shape from the kit and separate it from the base.
- Apply the tape in accordance with the diagram, slightly stretching the skin with the palm of your free hand. The tape itself does not need to be stretched at this moment.
- Leave the tape for an extended period of time from 30 minutes to 8 hours.
- After the indicated time, with one hand, hold the skin in the area of the tape, and with the other, pry the end of the tape and gently and smoothly remove it. If you have difficulty peeling it off, dampen the tape with water.
- Cleanse your skin with your regular lotion.
- Apply moisturizer.
Note! Make sure that the skin under the tape does not fold into folds when you apply it, otherwise they will remain with you even after the tape is removed.
Taping is carried out in courses of 5-12 procedures with a break of 2-3 days, if you need to eliminate a small cosmetic problem. In difficult cases, the use of adhesive tapes is resorted to every other day for 3-4 weeks, and then the achieved result is maintained with 1-3 sessions per week. In case of irritation, the procedures are stopped immediately.
In the photo, forehead taping from wrinkles
Features of local application of tape tapes:
- On the forehead … It takes 4-5 narrow strips of a wonderful plaster to deal with folds caused by the habit of frowning. From wrinkles on the forehead, the tapes are glued vertically, laying them from the bridge of the nose and the middle of each eyebrow to the hairline, slightly pulling the skin with the palm of your hand.
- Between the eyebrows … From the glabellar wrinkle, the tape is glued to the forehead with the letter V. To do this, the strip is pre-cut lengthwise, not reaching about 1 cm from one side to the edge. An uncut base (in taping it is called an "anchor") is attached to the slightly stretched skin between the eyebrows, and the strips extending from it are directed upwards at different angles. Another 2 strips are glued vertically above the eyebrows.
- At the nasolabial folds … One edge of a wide tape (5 cm) covers the top of the nasolabial fold, and the rest of the tape is glued to the skin in the direction of the ear. There is no need to stretch the skin.
- By the eyes … Tape for wrinkles around the eyes is used with extreme caution, never placing the tape close to the ciliary edge or on the movable eyelid. To combat crow's feet, 2 pieces of narrow tape no more than 4 cm long are placed on the skin slightly pulled to the back of the head over the outer tip of the eyebrow on either side of the face, and 2 more are laid horizontally from the cheekbones at a distance of 5-7 mm from the edge of the lower century. Another option for using under-eye wrinkle tapes suggests cutting a long tape 2.5-3 cm wide into 4-5 narrow parts with a common base. The "anchor" is placed at the temple above a large lymph node, and ribbons surround the eye along the lymphatic vessels.
- At the mouth … A thin strip is applied to the skin above the upper lip, gently pulling the lip itself with the teeth down.
- For a clear oval of the face … The tapes are laid on both sides of the face from the point under the chin along the lower jaw to the ear.
- On the neck … To rid this conspicuous part of the body from the "rings of Venus" and general flabbiness, the base of the tape, cut into several strips, is glued to the clavicle, and the remaining free ribbons are placed on the lateral surface towards the lower jaw. In addition, for a fresher look and against wrinkles, tapes are applied to the neck in pairs: from the right and left collarbones obliquely along the front of the neck to the corner of the lower jaw.
- For general rejuvenation … To restore the tone of the skin of the face and get rid of mimic wrinkles, the tapes are glued along the massage lines.
Face taping schemes
Today there are just an unthinkable number of taping schemes. Study them without haste, choose the ones that seem most interesting or useful to you, and start practicing. You can start using tapes from the age of 30 as a prevention of wrinkles and continue as long as you want.
Further, there are popular face taping schemes for women of different ages: the letters S, M, L denote the size of the tapes, the numbers show the sequence of their gluing
Face taping scheme at 30-40 years old
Face taping scheme at 40-50 years old
Face taping scheme at 50 years of age and older
Real reviews of wrinkle tapes
A lot of positive reviews about anti-wrinkle tapes show that the adhesive strips work and work well. If you do not expect from them an action equivalent to "beauty shots" and a plastic surgeon's scalpel, diligently follow the instructions and do not forget about regularity, you can achieve impressive results.
Of course, elastic tapes were not without complaints. Women complained about the high cost of tapes, especially given that they have to be used often. On the creases that they leave on the skin if the tape is not applied correctly. On the short duration of the effect, which has to be consolidated and maintained. And although in most cases the idea of using tapes for the face against wrinkles was called interesting and effective by the reviews, there are negative points that should be taken into account.
Marina, 36 years old
We haven't managed to get rid of deep wrinkles yet, but progress is evident in every sense! I confirm with confidence: taping works! The face is fresh, rejuvenated, without edema. But it is important to buy high-quality tapes, I was convinced that only they differ in efficiency. And, of course, don't be lazy. Then it is possible not only to get the result, but also to extend it for a long time.
Nina, 42 years old
For me, the advantages of BBTape have become very light, I would even say a delicate glue that keeps the patch in place, but can be easily removed at the right time, and the naturalness of the woven base. My sensitive skin not only accepted them perfectly, it also does not feel the tape when worn for a long time. And they are also of a convenient size and cheerful colors, which cheer you up. Well, and most importantly - they act!
Inga, 46 years old
The cost of Teana is unreasonably high, the tapes are clearly not worth the money! Pieces of paper with a strange shape, I'm not even sure if it is anatomically calculated. More than half a thousand in a week of application? Pf! In addition, the effect does not last long, and after one of the sessions I discovered a wrinkle under the teip that was not there before. Although here I can admit that it is my own fault, because after sticking them on, I talked and laughed a lot.
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