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People have always leaned on tried-and-true methods to get better sleep and keep their skin looking good. Sipping herbal tea before bed, meditating, or sticking to a strict bedtime routine are all about getting that quality shut-eye. When it comes to keeping skin in check, the go-to has been on everything from hydrating creams to high-tech serums designed to smooth, moisturize, and clear up the complexion.
Face yoga expert Koko Hayashi believes, however, that there’s more than just these traditional methods. She introduced something as simple as sleep tape. It’s not just any old tape—it’s a game changer for snooze quality and skin health. This little strip may seem awkward and unconventional, but it makes magic by keeping the face healthy while achieving a good night’s sleep.
A Small Tape and Good Sleep
Sleep tape might sound like an easy fix, but there’s solid science behind how it can significantly improve the nightly z’s. When one uses sleep tape to keep their mouth closed gently, they promote nasal breathing. Breathing through the nose is a big deal for the body as it does more than just pull air into the lungs.
According to Hayashi, it filters and humidifies incoming air, making it cleaner and easier on the lungs. More importantly, nasal breathing enhances the oxygenation of the blood. That means every cell gets a better supply of the good stuff it needs to function optimally, keeping one healthier and potentially warding off infections.
The benefits of switching from mouth-to-nose breathing don’t stop at just cleaner air or more oxygen though. It plays a crucial role in relaxing the body and setting the stage for deep, uninterrupted sleep.
When one breathes through their nose, it can help regulate the heart rate and blood pressure. This, in turn, calms the whole system down, making it easier to slip into that serene state needed for a good night’s sleep. It also improves focus and cognitive function, helping one achieve a good night’s sleep and a rejuvenated morning the next day.
Sleep Tape for Define Jaw Line, Moisturized Skin, and More
Good sleep tape does more than just achieve a peaceful night—it also brings various benefits to the skincare department, something one might not think about as one sleeps.
Hayashi explains that by supporting the correct tongue posture, also known as ‘mewing’ (where the tongue is pressed flat against the roof of the mouth), sleep tape helps maintain a youthful facial structure overnight. For Hayashi, this isn’t just about comfort; it’s about using gravity and muscle relaxation to one’s advantage.
“Keeping the tongue in this position helps to naturally lift the face, define the jawline, and minimize the appearance of a double chin,” she adds. “Over time, this can lead to a more sculpted facial appearance simply by ensuring that the tongue and jaw align correctly while sleeping.”
Sleep tape also ensures that the mouth stays closed throughout the night, which has significant skin benefits beyond the structural. This simple act helps retain moisture in the mouth and on the lips, combating dryness and promoting smoother, better-hydrated skin upon waking.
What’s more, sleep tape limits skin stretching around the mouth area by keeping the mouth closed. The significance of this is that prolonged stretching can lead to the formation of jowls or saggy skin, not to mention deepening lines or wrinkles.
Additionally, maintaining a closed mouth position prevents the jaw from dropping, which often causes the chin muscle (mentalis) to stretch and pull the skin downward, exacerbating sagging. “With a small piece of tape, you’re not just ensuring a night of deep sleep; you’re investing in a fresher, more youthful appearance by morning,” Hayashi mentions.
Why Koko Face Yoga’s Sleep Tape™?
Choosing the right product is crucial even though sleep tape’s benefits for enhancing sleep quality and skin health are being increasingly recognized. Not all sleep tapes are created equal, and opting for a low-quality tape can potentially do more harm than good.
Inferior tapes may irritate the skin, leave a sticky residue, or fail to maintain the necessary hold throughout the night, disrupting sleep and negating its benefits. These issues mainly concern those with sensitive skin or allergies, as harsh adhesives and materials can lead to skin reactions or discomfort.
Koko Face Yoga’s Sleep Tape™ is engineered with these issues in mind, making it a superior choice for those looking to enhance both their sleep and skin health safely and effectively. This tape is gentle on the skin while providing the durability needed to last through the night because it was formulated from hypoallergenic materials developed initially for healing scars. It features a unique grip pattern that ensures the tape stays in place without shifting. That is essential for maintaining the correct tongue posture without causing skin tension or irritation.
Despite these features and the product’s nature, Hayashi emphasizes that Koko Face Yoga Sleep Tape™ is free from per and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS). Instead, the tape is crafted from safe, carefully selected ingredients and materials designed to ensure both effectiveness and comfort. It remains securely in place throughout the night while posing no risk of skin irritation or other health concerns. This assurance is particularly relevant given the recent issue over PFAS and PFOS ingredients following the lawsuit against Logan Paul’s Prime drinks.
Hayashi also designed the tape for easy application and removal. It, therefore, caters to the busy lifestyles of modern users by integrating seamlessly into any nighttime routine without leaving residue or causing discomfort.
“We are all about convenience without compromising skin safety,” the face yoga expert points out. “We want our Sleep Tape™ to be a new skincare ally, transforming health and beauty, one sleep at a time without breaking the bank.”
Achieving good sleep is not just a luxury—it’s essential in the demanding world of today. However, finding a way to enhance sleep quality while nurturing skin health is a dual win that can transform nightly rest into a comprehensive wellness routine.
Koko Face Yoga’s Sleep Tape™ taps into this need by offering more than just a sleep aid, providing body rest and skin pampering. With such multifaceted benefits, this tape turns nights into a much-anticipated pre-bedtime routine, making every night’s sleep something to look forward to.
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Photo courtesy of Koko Hayashi