Mouth taping as a sleep aid is a growing wellness trend, fueled by anecdotal feedback. Unfortunately, there is still a lack of conclusive scientific evidence to fully support its benefits. The primary goal of mouth taping is to promote nasal breathing, and one of the reported benefits is a more restful sleep.

When you tape your mouth at night, your breath is directed through the nose, where it is filtered and purified before circulating through the body. The primary benefit of mouth taping is to breathe through the nose. The human body is designed for nasal breathing—it not only supports heart health but also fosters a sense of calm and well-being.