8 Best Pimple Patches To Use Instead of Picking Your Face
Unless you love acne scars, which you def don’t...so get ready to put some sh*t in a cart.
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If you aren't already using pimple patches, meet your new BFF. They're a lifesaver because not only do they help treat zits, but they also help make sure you don't pick. I’m a huge-ass fan of acne patches because the hydrocolloid material they’re made of is clinically proven to not only keep bacteria from reinfecting the area but also pull out any fluid that’s in your zit. I know, Mind. Blown. Read on for the best pimple patches to shop right now.
These cutie acne stickers work thanks to hydrocolloid only come in cute shapes (stars and hearts) to make your selfie extra, well, EXTRA.
Expect to get: 56 patches to decorate your face with/help minimize any breakouts
Infused with tea tree oil and witch hazel to ensure your zit(s) shrink ASAP, these acne stickers are clear, meaning they are transparent against your skin and can even be covered with foundation!
Expect to get: 40 pimple patches
With more than 4,000 reviews on the internet, the OG of pimple patches promises to keep bacteria out with its hydrocolloid material while eliminating any fluid inside the acne that you’re trying to get under control.
Expect to get: 24 patches on a total of 10 sheets
The medical-grade hydrocolloid in these patches are hypoallergenic, and won't over-dry your skin as it extracts pus from your blemishes.
Expect to get: 96 patches in two sizes
Mighty Patch The Original Hydrocolloid Acne Pimple Patch Spot Treatment
One of the first acne stickers to come out, Mighty Patch relies on hydrocolloid to remove any extra fluid in a zit, leaving your skin flat (versus mound-like) so that you can actually cover it with makeup.
Expect to get: 36 patches to pop onto your pimples
One product that can’t stay on shelves in Sephora? These pimple patches. They use salicylic acid, vitamin A, and aloe vera to calm acne without drying it out or irritating it like a typical spot treatment might.
Expect to get: 20 acne stickers per pack
Prevent picking (I know, it’s hard to resist) with these translucent hydrocolloid stickers that come in a variety of sizes to cover the smallest to the largest of pimples.
Expect to get: 30 patches total
These clear, tiny patches use 0.5 percent salicylic acid, skin-clarifying tea tree oil, and hyaluronic acid to clear away pus, minimize bacteria, and heal the skin.
Expect to get: 6 sheets of 12 patches
Carly Cardellino is a seasoned beauty expert and the former beauty director at Cosmopolitan.
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