Myotape: Support for Natural Nasal Breathing and Restorative Sleep
What is Myotape?
Myotape is a gentle, skin‑friendly tape designed to encourage natural nasal breathing during sleep and quiet rest. Developed by breathing expert Patrick McKeown, it surrounds the mouth rather than covering it, providing light elastic support that helps the lips remain closed without sealing them shut. This design promotes calmer, more efficient breathing and supports deeper, more restorative sleep.
Why Nasal Breathing Matters
Many people shift into mouth breathing during sleep without realising it. This can contribute to:
Snoring
Dry mouth and throat
Fragmented sleep
Morning fatigue
Reduced sleep quality
Increased stress load on the nervous system
Nasal breathing filters, warms, and humidifies the air. It supports a more stable oxygen and carbon dioxide balance, which can improve sleep depth, recovery, and morning clarity.
Key Benefits of Myotape
Encourages nasal breathing during sleep
Reduces mouth‑based snoring
Helps prevent dry mouth on waking
Supports better sleep quality and morning energy
Promotes calmer, more efficient breathing patterns
Gentle, hypoallergenic, and suitable for sensitive skin
Allows the mouth to open if needed for safety
A survey shows that a signficant number of people who use Myotape report improved sleep.
How Myotape Works
A supportive, non‑restrictive design
Myotape surrounds the lips in a horseshoe shape, leaving a small central opening. It does not seal the mouth shut. The light elastic tension provides a gentle cue for the lips to stay together, helping retrain the body toward nasal breathing during sleep and rest.
Allows natural movement
The design still allows you to:
Open your mouth if needed
Speak briefly
Sip water
Cough or sneeze
Who Is It For?
Myotape may be helpful if you:
Snore due to mouth breathing
Wake with a dry mouth
Want to improve sleep quality
Use CPAP and experience mouth leaks
Are working on functional breathing
Want to reinforce nasal breathing habits
How to Use
Clean and dry the skin around the mouth.
Stretch the tape slightly before applying.
Place it gently around the lips, leaving the centre open.
Remove in the morning or after your session.
Consistent use over time helps reinforce nasal breathing habits.
Safety Notes
Myotape is designed to allow mouth opening at any time. If you have concerns about nasal obstruction, respiratory conditions, or sleep‑disordered breathing, consult a healthcare professional before use.