What if we told you that you could speed up the healing of your acne pimples while protecting them from bacteria? Well, it’s possible with anti-pimple patches! Read on and find out how they work and how they can benefit you.

Hydrocolloid to fight acne

Anti-pimple patches are small stickers that you apply directly onto pimples. They’re primarily made of hydrocolloid, which absorbs excess liquid from the pimple, reducing inflammation and shortening healing time. As a result, hydrocolloid helps eliminate pimples without drying out your skin.
Thanks to this powerful ingredient, anti-pimple patches also cut off the oxygen supply to the tissues, eliminating acne-causing bacteria.

When to use an anti-pimple patch

Anti-pimple patches can be used effectively in a number of situations.

1. When the pimple starts to become inflamed: Hydrocolloid helps reduce inflammation, so applying a patch to a pimple that is red or swollen can be quite effective.
2. When you accidentally pop a pimple by scratching it: Applying a hydrocolloid patch to a pierced pimple can minimize damage by absorbing the remaining liquid and protecting the affected area from infection.
3. When the pimple reaches maturity: If the pimple stops growing and turns white, it's probably mature and ready for treatment. Anti-pimple patches can help by absorbing pus without piercing the pimple, which helps reduce the risk of scarring.
4. When the pimple is located in an area prone to rubbing: If that’s the case, apply a patch to protect it and reduce irritation.

How to use makeup when wearing a pimple patch?

It's a little tricky, but totally possible. Here's a routine to help guide you:

• Cleanse your face like you normally do, making sure your skin is completely dry. Then apply the patch to the pimple, making sure it sticks properly to your skin.
• Apply base makeup over and around the patch to blend it in with your skin and create an even base. Make sure you choose a product that suits your skin tone and type.
• Apply foundation over your entire face, blending it in with a brush or sponge. Avoid using too much foundation on the patch, or you might make it more visible.
• Cover the patch by dabbing on a little concealer (be careful not to move the patch!). If the patch is transparent, just apply a thin layer of foundation or powder to even out the colour.
• Complete your makeup routine using blush, a bronzer or an illuminator, but make sure you don’t use too much around the patch. You might also want to use a spray fixative to prolong the hold of your makeup and give it a more natural look.
• Fix your makeup and mattify the area on and around the patch using a light layer of loose or compact powder. A translucent powder is recommended as it helps ensure you don’t use too much powder.

Mighty Patches: the heroes of your anti-pimple routine

Fight zits with the four products in the Hero's Mighty Patch range, all made with hydrocolloid.

Original Mighty Patch: These hydrocolloid anti-pimple patches are great at visibly shrinking whiteheads overnight. They also protect against irritation and imperfections without the use of harsh chemicals that can dry out your skin. Plus, they stick to any skin type, and they’re easy to remove.

Invisible+ Mighty Patch: Thinner and lighter, these day-use patches blend in so well with your skin you’ll hardly notice they’re there.

Nose Mighty Patch: Soft, thin and ideal for any skin type, these hydrocolloid patches hug the contours of your nose to absorb impurities overnight.

Surface Mighty Patch: These XL anti-acne patches cover larger areas to eliminate bigger pimples in just six hours, both day and night. Each rectangular strip covers 60 mm x 25 mm.