Nooriginated in Russia, spread to South Korea and then from there to the rest of the world, Face Taping is a Western application of the Japanese Kinesio Taping technique which uses real cotton adhesive tapes that lift and shape the tissues of the face in an anti-aging, natural way. Let’s see how.
Face Taping, what is the technique of patches on the face
«The application of specific plasters it helps to relax the muscles and release tension thanks to the mechanical action they have on the lymphatic and blood system» explain the experts from Apricot Beauty, a company made in Germany who has made Face Taping his workhorse against wrinkles and expression lines.
Kinesiotaping, born about thirty-five years ago from the ingenuity of the Japanese chiropractor Kenzo Kaseis the basic principle of Face taping, a methodology useful for preventing and remedying small wrinkles and loss of tone of the facial muscles.
“Face taping consists ofapplying adhesive tapes, also called plasters, in strategic places. Their use allows the muscles of the face to relax and the circulation to activate. The patches also generate spaces between the tissues, also stimulating blood pressure and lymphatic circulation. Apricot Beauty also adds the plus of hyaluronic acid with which the patches are soaked, with a moisturizing and plumping effect» explain the brand’s experts.
How to apply the patches for an effective anti-aging action
The tapes must be applied following the muscle fibres subcutaneous so as to support its movements and stimulate the circulation of fluids in the best possible way. Moreover, they awaken the complexion and can even improve facial asymmetries.
«The treatment is non-invasive, the patches can be applied and removed easily. For better results, they can be worn all night, every night. A less invasive solution than surgery». Not only that, but as experts point out, the results are visible from the very first application.
Forehead and nasolabial area the two most suitable areas
The areas where Face taping gives the most benefits are the cheekbones, so as to lift and lift them, the forehead and the nasolabial area.
«On the forehead, the patches act to reduce glabellar wrinkles, the vertical expression lines that appear between the two eyebrows when you have a frown. But the plasters also minimize the expressive lines that appear laughing around the nose and mouth. Finally, the markings of the eyebrow area: in this case the patches are applied just above or on the temple so as to lift the external and lateral area of the face, to lengthen the gaze ».
Pre and post application, what to do?
In order for Face Taping to work properly, some precautions are necessary. First of all, you have to cleanse the skin, dry it thoroughly and do not apply any type of serum or cream so that the patches can adhere perfectly to the epidermis. Vice versa, after removing them, you can proceed with your normal skincare routine.
It is best to apply the tapes in the evening before going to bed so that they can act for at least eight hours; if desired, to enhance the results, you can then perform face yoga so as to further stimulate the muscles.
Are there risks with face taping?
dAfter Bella Hadid declared on TikTok that she uses it in her daily routine, around the some doubts have arisen. Are they founded?
«The patches are dermatologically and clinically tested, so they can also be used on the most sensitive skin. Care must be taken in application, especially in areas such as the browbone where the removal can create damage to the shape itself. For this reason it is always better to follow the instructions very well» they conclude from Apricot Beauty.
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