Instant Face, Neck and Eye Lift Tapes and Bands (Dark and Light Hair)

This is a great concept for women, whose facial skin is sagging, folding, and wrinkling.I’d say it can work for men as well but it’s not meant to be applied over hairy skin.I’ve had it for a month and have used about 8 times.I’m a 55 y/o female with highly sensitive skin and I suffer from a rare type of chronic skin dermatitis.I mostly use this facial lift method on a short term basis but I have used it up to 9 consecutive hours, which so far was the longest time I kept this facial lift on.I don’t use it on a regular or daily basis...I personally feel it’d be too harsh on my skin to do so.I wasn’t paid or given anything to write this review!Here are my thoughts:PROS:When I apply it correctly and according to directions, meaning, over a clean and dry skin (without applying any creams, oils, or makeup prior to applying the patches), these dermal adhesive patches REALLY ATTACH to my skin!! Since we must use our hands to manage and to apply this product, I also make sure that my hands, especially my finger tips, are well washed, dry, and free from any lotions, oils, and creams prior to handling and applying these tools.After putting it on as directed, I find that it’s safe to apply a very moderate amount of oils, facial moisturizers, and/or makeup over my face and neck.However, I don’t apply any skin products or makeup near the skin site, where I attach the facial lift patches. That’s something I don’t recommend because liquid products can run as we perspire. Any type of moisture can definitely cause the adhesive patches to peel off...The patches are clear/sheer and unless applied incorrectly, which causes skin folds within it, these patches aren’t noticeable.The elastic bands aren’t very difficult to manage, especially after a few uses and after we learn which side of the patch we must insert the straight metal pin to.It only took two applications for me to learn where and how to position the patches in order to obtain best facial lift results.There are two different holes in each adhesive patch, which I assume is meant to allow some gap (distance/tension) adjustment due different body sizes.I didn’t expect such thing but it’s nice that the manufacturer thought of it.Within certain limits and provided it’s applied correctly, it actually works for the intended purpose.It’s not a chemical product, hence it’s pretty safe to use when appropriately applied and removed.However, watch out for the strong adhesive in each patch. I talk about this below...CONS:Applying and peeling off these adhesive patches requires careful steps and it’s not as “quick and easy” as suggested by the video and written advertisement here.It takes a few tries to ‘get the hang of it’ so, especially considering the price, this kit should come with a lot more patches.The manufacturer doesn’t include the special cervical “neck lift”, which consumers can easily assume by the somewhat misleading advertisement.Not suitable to wear in moist conditions.This kit doesn’t provide different patch sizes. Although there are two holes in each patch (to attach the elastic bands to), I find it odd that they only offer a “one size fits all” patch.Every head, face, and neck is uniquely shaped and sized...so it’s pretty sad that they’d offer this facial lift tool with ONLY ONE SIZE PATCH.I’m very petite and had to cut a few patches in order to use with the small elastic bands meant for the back of the neck.Depending on the skin type and especially when it’s not done appropriately, peeling off these adhesive patches can definitely be painful and cause skin rash or even wound the skin.The elastic bands are tiny and thin!I feel it’d make sense to use flat, smooth, hypoallergenic elastic bands.Instead, these are like the elastic bands used to hang brand name and price tags in products. These elastic bands “Scream Dollar Store to me”!!! Not that I find anything wrong with items sold at Dollar Stores. But this is something that goes against our skin!!!If worn for long periods of time, these skinny and rounded elastic bands cause skin bruising!It’s tricky to hide any exposed “hanging” portion of the knotted elastic band.Although I didn’t find very difficult to figure out how to apply this “mechanical” facial lift method, I find that the manufacturer directions aren’t nearly as clear and as emphatic as it should be!The instructions print is much too small, dull (black and white), unclear and therefore, inadequate and lame.FURTHER THOUGHTS ON MY 4 WEEKS EXPERIENCE HERE:Although I’m thankful that the adhesive in these patches have NOT caused any major or serious issues to my skin, it’s pretty obvious to me that it can definitely cause skin rashes and even wounds to the skin, especially if it’s used on a regular basis and when peeling off the patches is done inappropriately.As I take the necessary steps and precautions, the small rashes and itching I’ve experienced from these adhesive patches are very short lived. It usually disappears within minutes of me peeling and washing off the adhesive material left in my skin. It’s no different than surgical tape adhesive and to be fair to this manufacturer, it’s actually much easier to clean than many of the adhesive used in hospital bandages and patches that I had to wear before over much tougher skin.Any review here that says that these patches don’t attach well are mostly likely the result of certain factors that hinder the adhesive material in these small patches.Under very hot and humid conditions, these adhesive patches can definitely be damaged and loose its adhesive properties, which makes it useless, really...Also, there’s no question that these patches wouldn’t adhere well to oily and dirty skin or to skin that’s moist due to sweat or due products applied to it.Unless the above is true, these are without a question absolutely very effective adhesive patches!When applied over clean, smooth, and dry skin, these patches are like “little leeches”!! Even my very bony face and saggy facial skin has not been an issue when it comes to how well these patches attach to my skin. These patches attach so well to my skin that peeling it off can be quite painful, especially if I’m not careful to make it wet and soapy. When it comes to peeling off “these bad boys”, I make sure to go beyond applying oils (as recommended by the manufacturer) or creams over it. I apply plenty warm water and a gentle foaming facial soap over the patches and wait AT LEAST a couple minutes before I start peeling it off.Amazingly, it can still be painful to peel off these patches, even as it’s wet and soapy. For this reason, I highly recommend waiting at least a couple minutes so the water and soap can “soak in” well enough over and through the patch. Sometimes, along with essentials oils that are safe to the skin, I also apply vitamin E oil and creams before I make the patches wet and soapy. Nevertheless, when I’m patient to wait for at least a couple minutes, I find that plenty warm water and soap alone usually does the trick in making it safe, far easier and far less painful for me to peel off these highly adhesive patches.THINK YOU’RE DONE ONCE YOU SAFELY REMOVE THE PATCHES AND THOROUGHLY WASH YOUR SKIN?THINK AGAIN!After I peel off the patches, I often find that my best efforts in washing off any adhesive left on my skin aren’t quite sufficient and enough to remove all of the sticky material that these small patches leave behind. Almost every time I trust that I’m done with cleaning my skin, I find that the skin site, where the adhesive patches were attached to, still feels very sticky. Even though I can’t see anything left to wash off my skin, it’s pretty obvious to me that if my skin remains sticky, there’s still adhesive material on it, which obviously needs to be removed.What do I do then? I simply repeat the “washing” process, using a good facial microfiber wash cloth, warm water, soap, oil, and creams. I often find necessary to use my fingertips to peel off any remaining adhesive material. Once my skin is free from all adhesive glue (it feels completely smooth!), I apply Eucerin Skin Repair heavy moisturizer (for sensitive skin). It works like a charm!In my first application and because I was impatient, I tried to peel off one patch without making it wet and caused a small wound to my skin. It took about a week to heal...but that was my own fault, as I didn’t follow directions. Since a piece of the patch was already peeling off, I assumed that it’d be safe and okay to try to further peel it off...duh! Yes, very foolish of me, indeed!I kind of feel dumb saying this but trust me, it’s not okay to try to peel off these adhesive patches without first making it well moist and soapy. Also, as I mentioned above, it doesn’t hurt to apply oils and creams prior to making it wet and soapy...One thing is for sure: I wouldn’t attempt to be a “tough brave person” by trying to peel off these small patches through harsh and fast pulls. This can literally cause a wound to our skin!As far as I’m concerned, these patches aren’t designed or suitable to be used for long periods of time and it certainly wouldn’t work in hot & humid environments.I can’t possibly trust that these adhesive patches would hold to excessive perspiration (sweat) over the skin...But even if it’d hold in the presence of moisture, I don’t trust it’d be good for the skin to have these adhesive patches attached to it for long periods of time.It takes a few tries to get used to positioning and applying these adhesive patches and to find the right position and direction in which to pull the elastic bands.The video here is far from reflecting reality...I can see a person that’s been using this facial lift for a very long time be good at attaching the adhesive patches and even the elastic bands...but I doubt it’s realistic to believe it happens with the ease shown in the video advertisement here.The extension of the elastic bands is what actually causes the “facial lift” so to me, it’s not too difficult to figure out which knot to attach the metal hook to, which translates in the necessary tension to remove the undesired skin folds.With all of its “cons”, I don’t feel this is a bad initial investment to those trying this facial lift method for the first time and to those who don’t mind some steps that require some learning, some getting used to, some adjusting, and definitely some patience.As far as I’m concerned, this is a good TEMPORARY measure that works well for things such as pictures, videos, attending short term indoor events, etc.I’d say that under favorable conditions - cool and dry weather and in shaded areas - this item might work for some short term outdoor events.Nevertheless, though I haven’t adventured to use this facial lift outdoors, I’ve read enough reviews here to conclude that this isn’t an effective facial lift option for general outdoor use.It’s definitely not meant to be worn while engaging in strenuous activities, that’s for sure!On the positive side, when applied correctly and in a cool, dry environment, this facial lift tool ABSOLUTELY WORKS in reducing and/or completely eliminating skin folds, saggy/crepey skin, and even wrinkles. It has helped with temporarily improving my facial appearance, whether in person, in pictures, or in videos!The key is to apply it correctly, which can take a bit of trial & error...to say the least!When I manage to apply it correctly, this tool doesn’t fail in making me look like “my young adult self” again!I’ll try to update this review by adding “before and after” pictures to it in the near future.I think some of you who have tried this facial lift might agree with me when I say that I wish this facial lift tool was far easier to manage, that it could be used in different types of conditions, such as hot and humid environments, and that it’d be far more convenient and safe to wear it for several consecutive hours on a regular basis.It’s a great concept and it can be a highly effective temporary option when applied correctly.However, it’s not without room for much improvement!The manufacturer should definitely pursue to improve this item by1. Changing the elastic band design and material;2. Adding different elastic band color options - there are far more hair colors than just blonde or black!(We need elastic bands in colors such as brown, reddish/copper/cinnamon, and different shades of white and grey);3. Creating different size patches (come on...this goes without saying!)4. Including a lot more adhesive patches (no further comments needed here!)5. Providing a clearer and far more attractive set of instructions. (If I could attach a “whatever” emoji facial expression here, I would! LOL).Having to re-order patches is obviously how the manufacturer profits from this item. However, it never works for manufacturers if it doesn’t work for consumers. It’s counterproductive to cut corners where corners shouldn’t be cut! This kit needs a lot more patches added to it. I imagine that it doesn’t cost much more than a couple dollars to produce this kit, which we pay almost $20 USD for!!!While I recommend this item - because it has worked for my personal needs - I wouldn’t recommend this to anyone looking for a facial lift that works conditions other than a cool and dry environment. I also wouldn’t recommend this for anyone wanting or needing to use it on a daily basis. It’s simply not practical and most importantly, it’s not safe to wear adhesives over the skin. I have worked in hospitals and have studied various subjects within health so I know that even the safest hypoallergenic surgical adhesive isn’t meant for daily use over the skin, especially in highly sensitive areas of our dermis, such as our facial and cervical skin.If you’re patient and don’t mind1. Products that require “trial and error”;2. Steps that are a bit lengthier and trickier than you’d wish and than advertised;3. A temporary measure that’s limited to certain conditions and environments;4. Paying 4 to 5 times more than the actual value of this item,I’d say “ Don’t hesitate and get this thing today!”When following directions and precautions, when applied correctly, and when used for short term purposes under ideal environments, this facial lift tool actually works!

I'm now 62 years old and thanks to some lucky genetics in facial bone structure, usually came off looking younger than my age.Until recently. The past 2 years have seen jowls come to my face and neck an unmistakable marker of my true age.I have lived with this, unhappily, while I consider surgery which for a variety of reasons, I really want to avoid.However, several tines a year I an in the public eye, as part of a musical group that tours nationally each year, and internationally every few years. There are photographs, interviews, meeting a lot of people I'd like to look my best for. I just couldn't bear to accept looking so much older than I had in previous years.So, I tried the Face, Neck and Eye Lift, the Secret Pro Neck and Jaw Lift, and the Instant Face Neck and Eye Lift products. (hereafter referred to as the "Lifts"). I took a few weeks to experiment, and learn how to use them undetectably. The Neck lifts were pretty much undetectable unless I wore my hair up high; the face Lifts were placed very close to the ear; lower ear straight across, and upper ear/temple slanted up, both covered with the front of my haircut, which I gelled into place. I found either Face Lift product worked fine, but I liked the connivence of the Secret Lift Pro, and tended to use them most of the time (you may prefer the other product however; everyone's hair coverage is different. I suggest you try them all; they are reasonably priced, I think, for the results). The Final Exam was when I wore them around the house for a day and night, and my husband thought I "looked great today" (said so), yet never detected the Lifts! Fortified, I "went public" (very public!) for last summer's events and shows.They were an unmitigated success. To make a long story short, everyone (including myself), thought I looked pretty damn good. And no one ever suspected I was using the Lifts. Wow! These are great!Flash forward to the present day. In anticipation of another short tour this month, I ordered my stock of Lifts. THEN I FORGOT TO PACK THEM ON MY CROSS COUNTRY TRIP, and found myself Lift-less 3 days from my first important appearance ( a private party for one of my favorite actors!), Wothout those Lifts, I truly felt I might as well just turn around and go home, so great was my dependence on the significant appearance-booster of the Lifts.So, late on the night of my arrival (and finding upon unpacking that I had forgotten the Lifts), I ordered another batch of Lifts for delivery to my hotel, and sent a rather desperate email to CosmeSearch (the company who sells all the products), begging them to somehow speed my delivery (deliveries for my past order always came promptly and within the promised "Standard Mail" timeframes, but I knew the far bounds of that time frame would not be soon enough this time). I didn't expect success: delivery times tend to be pretty firm, as each vendor has their own standard procedures for fulfillment of orders and I don't imagine they like to disrupt their fulfillment chain.So here's the miracle part: A CosmeSearch representative emailed me a reply within hours...and this was late at night on the west coast! They said the would "upgrade your order to expedited shipping tomorrow". I offered to pay. They declined and said "free of charge". I mean, how often do you get a great product, that level of customer responsiveness, and accommodation to your special circumstance? I know the answer. In fact I almost hesitate to write these details as I can't believe that level of responsiveness is "normal", But you can be sure there's a person at the other end of your email who promptly reads and responds to our request or comment. I also think you will like the products too...as long as you experiment and test them before making your public debut!So I'm blown away. I will be getting my Lifts delivered to me in my hotel in time for my first important appearance .Great product, even greater customer service. What do you expect? 5 Stars. Wish I could give 6!PS: Don't forget to use the alcohol swab, and let it dry, at the application sites. This ensures all-day adhesion

I’ve bought from the manufacturing company multiple times and from this seller once before. The shipping was fantastic! Very quick!Unfortunately the bands and tabs were not. They are not the same as the ones I usually receive. The bands were tied differently and the tabs tore while attaching to the bands, several of them! The tabs were shiny instead of matte (which they usually are) and quite thin. Several tabs were damaged and unusable.I’ll probably just stick with ordering from the maker. Very disappointed.

To be honest, I have only given these one attempt and took them off within a half an hour. I don’t have a lot of wrinkles, but wanted to see if they would help with my jowls. It is not a bad product and it does work, but it made my skin uncomfortably tight even on the lowest setting and I had to take them off. I also started to get a headache. They were not too difficult to apply and seemed to work well if directions are carefully followed. However, one of my eyes looked as if I had a slight stroke, but being that this was my first attempt at applying them it may have been because of my not applying them correctly. The down side is that you have to wear your hair down and I like my hair up and out of my face. These will show on the temples if you wear your hair back, so only certain hairstyles will work. Also if you wear readers, sunglasses or any eye wear that you take on and off it will cause the tape to loosen.So if you have a short hairstyle and don’t wear readers, these are great.I will give them another try, however I don’t think these will be a daily routine. Too much work and too uncomfortable for everyday use.

This product was so fun. I love giving myself a little lift with a makeup look.