title: "Nasal Breathing & Mouth Tape: Gentler Sleep, Calmer Days" description: "When to try it, when to avoid it, and simple strips that don’t irritate." date: "2025-09-20" updated: "2025-09-20" cover: "/cover.png" readingTime: "5 min"

Nasal breathing humidifies, warms, and filters air. Some people use mouth tape to encourage it—start cautiously.

Important cautions

• Don’t use mouth tape if you have nasal obstruction, untreated sleep apnea, nausea/vomiting risk, or with children. If unsure, talk to a clinician.
• Trial daytime first for 10–15 minutes while reading/working to check comfort.

How to try it

• Use gentle, hypoallergenic strips designed for sleep; avoid strong adhesives.
• Place tape vertically in the middle of the lips (space on both sides) or use pre-cut “vented” strips so you can still mouth-breathe if needed.
• Pair with nasal rinse or saline spray if stuffy.

Quick Picks

• Vented Mouth Tape (Hypoallergenic) → https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=mouth+tape+sleep+vented&tag=wildandwell0c-21
• Saline Nasal Spray → https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=saline+nasal+spray&tag=wildandwell0c-21
• Humidifier for Dry Rooms → https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=bedroom+humidifier&tag=wildandwell0c-21

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