Taping is known as a method that is mainly used for pain relief. But did you know that you can also tape the eyelids? In this case, the purpose is not to relieve pain, but to make the job of eyelash extensions easier or to give your eyelids a confidence boost as well. How to do it? Read the article!
Two reasons why to use tape on the upper eyelids
As we outlined in the introduction, you can tape your eyelids for two main reasons. Either you are bothered by droopy eyelids and you don't want to undergo aesthetic surgery, so you can use a special upper eyelid tape, which you can now find in our store, or you are a professional who extends eyelashes and you use the same tape when a client comes to you who has droopy eyelids, which could complicate your work to some extent.
In addition to this special tape mentioned above, you can also use a wider tape or the special Japanese Nichiban tape to tape your client's eyelids when working in the salon. However, these are handled a little differently than the very thin tapes described below. So check out this blog article to learn other methods of taping.

Upper eyelids can be taped to make false lashes easier to apply
When applying false eyelashes, the tape can help you in several cases. Depending on what the problem is, you can apply the tape in different ways. However, before applying any tape, make sure that the eyelid is perfectly clean, meaning that there is no cosmetic product or sebum on it. For quick and easy removal and cleansing, for example, use our eye foam, which takes perfect care of the eye area and prepares it for the next job.
Downturned natural lashes
I'm sure you know that when a client's natural lashes grow too far down, sometimes it's not easy to apply a full set of false lashes. Especially if the eyelashes are growing like that in the inner or outer corner.
In this case, you will aim to temporarily lift the roots of the lashes so that the lashes do not point downwards, but rather straight or upwards. To do this, apply two strips of tape to the eyelid, crossing each other and pulling up one corner of the eyelid. Always glue the first half of the tape to the area closest to the eyelashes first, then pull it slightly as if you were going to glue it as close to the eyebrows as possible and glue the second half. But don't overdo the pull so that it doesn't make the client uncomfortable or even painful. In addition, the client needs to be able to close her eye properly despite the tugging.

Drooping eyelids
Another, relatively very common problem is drooping eyelids. Older clients struggle with these, but genetics can also be very unpleasant for younger clients.
In this case, we will make sure that the drooping eyelid does not get in the way when applying glue and false eyelashes. You need to follow a very similar procedure to the first problem described, but stick the tape straight up, not crosswise. In short, glue the first half to the cap, pull slightly upwards and glue the second half as high as possible. Again, be gentle and do everything with great sensitivity. If one tape is not enough, you can glue a second tape next to it, which, like the first one, will point straight up (there is no reason to cross the tapes here).

Constantly blinking or not fully closed eyes
Some clients may find it difficult to close their eyes completely and keep them closed for the entire eyelash extension procedure. Alternatively, clients may have a tendency to blink all the time. In these cases, taping will help.
This problem is the most different from the first two, as we will not tape the eyelid upwards, but exactly the opposite. We need to close the eyelid completely or ensure that it does not move at all. Stick the first third of the tape on the eyelid just above the eyelashes, pull the tape over the eyelashes and stick the remaining part under the eyes or on an eye pad. At this point, apply the lashes wherever the tape doesn't interfere and then simply peel off the tape and reapply the rest of the lashes without it or glue it on just a little to the side.

Taping instead of a surgery: lifting
Tape can very easily solve the problem of sagging or droopy eyelids, but it can even help those of you who have an eyelid shape without a crease - i.e. monolid (this eye shape is particularly common among Asians). Moreover, in most cases, both eyes are not 100% symmetrical. For example, one eyelid may be more droopy than the other and even though there will be a minimal difference, it may appear that one eye is larger than the other when this is not the case. Plastic surgeons could deal with all of these problems, but not all of us want to go under the knife voluntarily. So try an eyelid lift with tape!

Interesting fact: The original roots of eyelid taping date back to the 1970s. At that time, the first eyelid tapes and adhesives began to appear in Japan, which the Japanese used to visually enlarge their eyes. People with large eyes were considered more confident and outgoing. This fashion comes from the Japanese concept of ninsō, the art of reading the face, where the shape and size of the eyes determine personality traits.
Nowadays, personality is no longer determined by the eyes, but eyelid taping is still a popular trend.
Even though the tape does not stop aging and, for example, does not help with droopy eyelids definitively, its simple application can at least visually enlarge and rejuvenate your eyes. You can then apply eye shadow and liner to the eyelids that have been taped in this way, and they will finally look great again, as the droopy eyelid will no longer droop.

Let's take a look at how to properly tape the eyelids:
- The first step is to prepare the eyelid. The first step is to make sure that no cosmetic product (such as makeup, powder or eye shadow) has been applied to the eyelid and that the eyelid is not oily. This would reduce the durability of the tape. Moisten the pad with toner or your favourite make-up remover (oil-free) and clean the lid thoroughly.
- Next, take a pair of tweezers and grasp one piece of tape to be applied to the eyelid. Alternatively, if you find the tweezers difficult to work with, just grasp the tape between your fingers or read through the article detailing the tweezers and how to work with them.
- Then determine where to stick the tape. A simple rule of thumb applies here - apply the tape just above where you want to create the new eyelid crease. Place the strip exactly along the desired crease (the bulging part of the tape will be pointing upwards). If you want to lift the eyelid mainly at the inner corner, apply the tape closer to the inner corner. However, if you are more concerned about a droopy lid in the outer corner, stick the tape closer to the outer corner.
- Once you've identified the right spot, gently place the tape on the lid and gently press it down to ensure it sticks all the way. And you're done. Now all you have to do is look in the mirror and admire a whole new look.

What upper eyelid tape should I use?
Above, we've described a few ways you can tape your client's eyelids, but we haven't gone into what exactly you need to do this. For all methods of eyelid taping, use special tapes that are gentle on thin and sensitive skin and are also very easy to apply and remove. In our online store you can find a pack of 600 strips, which come in a practical nude colour. You can use them to simplify your work, but also instead of plastic surgery, as you won't be able to see that something is glued on your eyelid.
Tips for further reading:
- What is the purpose of the cleansing foam?
- 5 principles for working properly with eyelash glue
- 3 reasons to always use a primer for eyelash extensions