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Your doctor may suggest an oral contraceptive (birth control) that helps with your acne if you need to prevent pregnancy as well.

Every spot is different, what we say is that for most skin types, 1 to 2 patches should be enough for one spot and it will do the magic. A bittersweet moment of testing, we had to wait until a pesky pimple popped up on our skin but we used these as soon as we started to feel a bump or blemish arising. These patches are effective because they absorb excess fluid and have a vacuum-like effect that gets out any dirt and oil that could be causing a breakout,” says Dr. If you have dirt from clogged pores, blackheads, or whiteheads, hydrocolloid patches can’t treat these. Why we love it: Adorable shaped pimple patches are great, but sometimes you're in a rush and want to cover up a zit discretely.

Why we love it: Designed to camouflage and heal whiteheads and pimples, this affordable set of 36 patches is ideal for removing dirt and excess oils.

Cleanse and fully dry your skin, its important that the skin is clean so no dirt is trapped under the patch. Press down lightly for at least 5 seconds making sure the patch is sticking securely, especially around the outer edges of the patch.