One thing is for sure—pesky pimples are inevitable. Ask anyone and they will tell you of a time when a zit made an unwanted appearance (or two or three) before an important wedding date or work presentation. Lucky for us, nowadays, you don’t have to make an emergency appointment with your dermatologist to rid yourself of those acne spots—instead, just slab on a teeny tiny pimple patch.
These small circular-shaped dots might not seem like they do much, but trust us, they’re packing with ingredients that (again, trust) will get rid of your zits in a matter of hours. They’re made from hydrocolloid, which works by absorbing all the fluid from your zits and leaving it looking flatter and less red.
Because it’s 2020, there are a ton of options to choose from, but we’ve picked out the top acne patches that are a must if you want to get rid of blackheads, whiteheads and (obvi) those zits that always have a way of popping up at the worst possible times.
Peace Out Acne Healing Dots
You can find this cult-favorite pack at your neighborhood Sephora. And there’s a reason why it’s everyone’s go-to brand. It’s packed with powerful ingredients—salicylic acid, vitamin A and aloe vera—that not only heal your acne, but also leave your skin (and pores) clear.
Buy it: Peace Out Acne Healing Dots ($32, sephora.com)
Skyn Iceland Blemish Dots
These gel patches show their best results when worn overnight. You’ll wake up with clear skin and because of the added vitamin C, marks will be minimal.
Buy it: Skyn Iceland Blemish Dots ($22, ulta.com)
Truly CBD Acne Patches
CBD is used in gummies and cocktails to help you wind down, but now your skin can get in on the fun, too. These CBD-infused patches begin by treating the acne spots and finish by reducing redness and inflammation.
Buy it: Truly CBD Acne Patches ($13, ulta.com)
Mighty Patch Hero Cosmetics Duo
You can literally see these small, but mighty patches doing their work. After sitting on the blemish for a few hours, they will turn white from absorbing all of your zit’s fluids. Gross, I know, but your skin will be clean and clear in no time.
Buy it: Mighty Patch Hero Cosmetics Duo ($6.99, target.com)
Starface Hydro-Stars
You may have a zit that you’re trying to get rid of, but the world doesn’t need to know that. Slap this cute (and hydrocolloid-infused) star-shaped patch on your face to complete your look, and your friends will be none the wiser.
Buy it: Starface Hydro-Stars ($22, starface.world)
Dr. Jart + Focuspot Blemish Microtip Patch
Like the name suggests, these patches focus in on the problem areas with its hyaluronic acid micro tips that are infused with Vitamin B3 and Peptides. These will not only get rid of your pimples, they moisturize and the vitamin B3 will reduce the blemishes.
Buy it: Dr. Jart + Focusspot Blemish Microtip Patch ($18, sephora.com)
Patchology Breakout Box 3-in-1 treatment
If you want to tackle ~all~ the zits, opt for this pack that includes 24 Pimple-Shrinking Salicylic Acid Dots, 24 Whitehead-Absorbing Hydrocolloid Dots and 3 Blackhead-Eliminating Nose Strip. All include salicylic acid, tea tree oil and witch hazel, which heal and unclog pores.
Buy it: Patchology Breakout Box 3-in-1 treatment ($20, patchology.com)
Peter Thomas Roth Acne-Clear Invisible Dots
These patches also include the ingredients needed to fight off acne spots and reduce inflammation, but the best part is their clear appearance. You can put on your makeup as usual while underneath the powerful patch will be doing its work during office hours.
Buy it: Peter Thomas Roth Acne-Clear Invisible Dots ($32, sephora.com)
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