Cover Roll Tape - how to remove?

[clownbell]

The BSN cover-roll tape works very well for me, keeps my mouth from opening during sleep. However, it is tough on my 76-year-old skin. Although there has not been any bleeding, it feels like a layer of skin is being removed when I remove the tape. Does anyone have a suggestion for removing while being gentle on the skin?

[Deborah K.]

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BJDXT2T?ref...tails&th=1  

The above is the tape I use.  It is super easy to remove and never hurts at all.  It can be removed and placed differently, and can actually be used for several days at a time.  I like it quite well.

[clownbell]

Thanks Deborah K. I have tried the MedVance tape and like it. The only thing is that it is more expensive than the BSN cover-roll tape. So I was hoping to save a little by using BSN, however will do so only if I find a way to remove without taking skin off. Thanks for taking the time to reply.

[Deborah K.]

Yeah, it is expensive, but since I can use the same piece usually for four days I guess I don't think the cost is too bad.

[SleeplessinPgh]

Clownbell, I hear you. I'm 71, and removing the cover roll tape feels like I'm peeling off a layer of skin.  I have found that applying lotion over the tape softens it and makes it easier to remove.  I've also had success using a gentle skin cleanser.  Lotion or cleanser both take longer than simply pulling the tape off, but it makes the process much less painful.  Best of luck to you.

[clownbell]

@ SleeplessinPgh- A mere child at age 71. Aah to be young again.

Seriously, I will try those strategies. Thank you.

[SleeplessinPgh]

[edfreeman]

Cavilon durable barrier cream will help protect the skin from irritation, I use a small dab to spread thinly in the area covered by the tape every night. Doesn't take much.
Peeling the tape off across the face, ie - side to side, with the other hand holding the face "tight" should help. Don't pull the tape away from the face, pull it across the face.

[Moemah123]

If you would like to use this tape, I haven't tried deborahs but I found this one sticky enough. I actually did peel my lips off with this thing it went bloody. After it recovered I went back to it and when I wake up if it is not loose, I usually stick my tongue out and lick my lips that way separating tape from my mouth by adding moisture to glue, that makes it easier to remove. Sometimes I also intentionally wet it with water and repeat the tongue process around lips until I feel it's ready to remove from lips. Takes me less than a minute