Okay, So I Tried Face Tape
Listen, I was deep into a true crime documentary rabbit hole when an ad for these West&Month face stickers popped up. You know the ones. Promising a snatched jawline without a drop of filler. I rolled my eyes, but then I caught my reflection on my dark phone screen. Let’s just say the pandemic years had not been kind to my jawline definition. So, out of sheer curiosity (and maybe a little desperation), I ordered a box. Honestly, what did I have to lose besides thirty bucks?
The First Try Was a Comedy Show
When the package arrived, I was expecting… more. It’s just two strips of this PE+PET material and two elastic bands with little metal hooks. The instructions? Honestly, they looked like IKEA furniture directions for your face. “Insert metal barb into the top hole.” I felt like I was assembling a tiny, face-shaped tent.
I pulled my hair back, fumbled with the little hooks, and finally got the stickers positioned near my ears. You have to be SO careful peeling off the backing. The first time, I stuck one end to my thumb. Classic Amanda move. Once they’re on, you press and rub for 30 seconds. The feeling is weird. It’s not painful, but you’re very aware there’s tape pulling the skin back behind your ears. I looked in the mirror and… okay, wow. There was definitely an immediate lift. My jawline looked sharper. But I also looked a bit surprised, like I’d just heard a really juicy piece of gossip.
Long-Term Use & The Real Talk
I used them on and off for a month, mostly for special events or Zoom calls where I wanted to look extra awake. Here’s the thing: they are a fantastic temporary fix. Date night? Big meeting? They’re perfect. You get a noticeable lift that lasts as long as you wear them (a few hours comfortably). But let’s be super clear: they are not a skincare treatment. The “skin firming” claim is about the immediate physical pull, not about improving your skin’s elasticity over time. Don’t expect long-term results after you peel them off.
I made a quick comparison chart because I know you’re not gonna research this yourself.
| Thing | West&Month Stickers | Typical Firming Serum |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $30.99 (reusable for a while) | $50-$100+ (ongoing cost) |
| Main Action | Instant physical lift & contour | Gradual improvement in skin tightness |
| Result Time | Immediate (but temporary) | Weeks to months |
The Not-So-Great Parts
I gotta keep it real. There are downsides. First, you can’t really wear your hair down unless it’s covering your ears completely. The bands are visible. Second, while they didn’t irritate my skin, removing them requires a gentle touch—pulling too hard isn’t fun. And finally, if you have very sensitive skin, I’d be cautious about the adhesive. They’re not an all-day, every-day kind of product. They’re a tool in the arsenal.
Final Verdict? Worth a Shot.
Can you believe this? I’m actually keeping them in my drawer. They won’t replace a good skincare routine, and they’re not magic. But for that instant, “dang, my face looks good” confidence boost before a big event? They totally work. Just go in with the right expectations: it’s clever tape, not a facelift. If you want a non-invasive, cheap trick to try, I’d say go for it. Just maybe practice putting them on before the actual event, unless you want to explain to your date why you look perpetually startled.
