How do I remove mouth tape without it hurting?

Start by pulling from one corner slowly at a low angle (parallel to your skin, not perpendicular). Pulling straight out creates more skin tension and discomfort. If the adhesive is strong, a tiny bit of warm water or coconut oil on the edge will help release it painlessly. Medical-grade silicone adhesives (like on Sleep Karma) are specifically designed for gentle removal — they bond to skin through surface contact rather than aggressive chemistry, so they come off cleaner than acrylic adhesives. If you have sensitive skin, avoid tapes that leave visible residue — that's usually a sign of harsher adhesive.