That includes the latest trend to hit the FYP: Face taping.
Meet the Experts
What Is Face Taping?
“The concept of face taping is exactly what the name implies,” DeRosa explains.
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People use anything from classic Scotch tape to more advanced, reusable patches likeFrowniesandSio Beautypatches.
While it may seem trendy, it’s actually steeped in history.
Face taping may not be mainstream but it’s not new, Rossi says.
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By taping the face up in certain vectors, you’re free to give an instantfacelifteffect.
How Does It Work?
Some swear by the overnight effects, but others wear face tape for a more immediate look.
Its also said to reduce and prevent lines brought on by sleeping on your side and stomach.
So using it overnight seems to be a moot pointthe tape isnt going to reduce your wrinkles.
According to Rossi, its hard to camouflage, even with heavy makeup or a wig.
Beyond that, all the doctors mentioned the potential for irritation due to the glue on the tape.
And, DeRosa says, repeated use can and will be irritating for most peopleregardless of the tapes materials.
Does Face Taping Work for Wrinkles?
The same goes for everyday use.
Face tape is hard to camouflage and repeated use increases the chances ofirritation.
As De Rosa says, “The juice is not worth the squeeze for this one.
Trends will come and go, but scientifically the things your skin benefits from the most have not changed.
