How to Use Neck Tape to Reduce the Appearance of Wrinkles

Neck tapes are a topical, noninvasive solution to face-lift surgery used reduce the appearance of wrinkles at the neck and lower jaw. Through the use of a strong adhesive and elastic, neck tape pulls and tightens wrinkled skin for a short span of time. Once removed, the face returns to its normal appearance unharmed by the attempt to look younger. Neck tape can be difficult to arrange with shorter hair styles. Covering the ears to hide the neck tape with a longer hairstyle is an advantage when using neck tape.

Things You'll Need

• Neck tape
• Hair styling tools
• Oil-free face wash
• Foundation, concealer or powder

Instructions

1. Aim the potion of the tape attached to the elastic part of the band toward the back of the head and attach one adhesive end of the neck tape about an inch behind the ear. Pull excess skin back as the tape is attached to get the full benefit of the tightness being created.

2. Grasp the remaining end of the elastic tape and pull it around the back of the head and attach it at the back of the other ear. Pull the elastic tape up further on the head for extra lift and arrange hair to hide the elastic. Again, remember to pull back any excess neck skin before attaching the tape.

3. Neck tape products that use two separate pieces of tape are placed in the same manner but clasp together securely at the back of the head to tighten the skin. Take a moment to arrange hair to cover this type of neck tape.

4. Apply foundation, concealer or powder to further camouflage and conceal the clear tape on the skin if desired.

5. Remove the neck tape gently at the end of use. Neck tapes are designed to be used once and then thrown away. The adhesive used in these products will not retain their grip after one use.

Tips & Warnings

• Practice using the neck tape before wearing it in public, especially before the day of a big event.

• Sweating can loosen the adhesive and cause the neck tape to release its hold on the skin. Carry a spare just in case.

• Use an oil-free face wash to cleanse face before applying. Oily skin can also loosen the tapes adhesive.

• Neck tape products often contain visual diagrams explaining their use and placement on the face.

References

• Secret Lift Face Lift Tapes