Acne patches: product overview, tips for choosing
If a date or an important business meeting is scheduled for tomorrow, and in the evening a woman discovers a pimple on her face, then her mood immediately deteriorates. Of course, this is not such a large-scale problem, however, its solution is almost impossible without specialized tools. It is for such cases that acne patches should be in every woman's cosmetic bag. How to choose them correctly?
Peculiarities
Patches are almost transparent stickers or plasters that can "suck" a pimple in a few hours, make the skin smooth and beautiful again. Alas, when this product first appeared on store shelves, customers could not appreciate it. But now, acne patches are gaining more and more popularity. Many women, whose skin is prone to acne or acne breakouts, can no longer imagine their life without cosmetic stickers.
Patches save ladies from many problems. For example, some of the products can even be used under makeup. Such use is typical of sun patches - a thin plate will prevent harmful ultraviolet radiation from reaching the skin.
The main purpose of such a patch is to protect the skin from bacteria that provoke the formation of pimples. Dirt does not penetrate the film, which is saturated with an antibacterial coating.
Some women forget about the pimple that has arisen, it causes itching and pushes the lady to scratch the inflamed area, which further aggravates the skin condition. The patches again protect from such mechanical damage. Thus, special acne patches stop inflammation on the skin, dry out the dermis, protect it from external factors, and mask a pimple under a layer of makeup.
How to choose?
Currently, the range of patches is growing every year.Manufacturers find new uses for them, impregnate them with various compositions, offer universal patches or adhesives for specific problems. So, patches can be divided into medication and non-medication. The first type contains active substances such as tea tree oil or salicylic acid.
Useful components penetrate the skin, eliminate bacteria and stop the inflammatory process. This group is more suitable for deep red inflammations.
If a woman has a pimple with a pronounced head, then it is better to choose non-drug patches. They contain polymers of hydrocolloids, capable of absorbing moisture and pulling out pimples. They are also good because do not dry out the skin. In this case, you should use the plate on clean skin without cream, otherwise the substance will "suck" it, and not the contents of the pimple that has jumped up.
When choosing patches for acne, pay attention to the manufacturer. Most currently valued Korean cosmetics. These products are based on effective ingredients that act not only to mask, but also to improve the health and condition of the skin. Most fans of patches are advised to use Korean products.
The place of purchase is also an important criterion. Choose patches only in trusted retail outlets and pharmacies. It is best to order the product in a beauty salon, through a large online store or on the manufacturer's official website.
Popular products
Check out the following popular patches.
Face Spot Mirror Patch by Kocostar. The antiseptic effect is achieved by the presence of tea tree extract in the composition. After eliminating the problem, the salicylic acid contained in the product gently eliminates the focus of infection. The pack contains 12 patches, 6 of which are small in size, they can be used pointwise. The other 6 are large in size and are intended for use on the cheeks, curves of the nose, chin, or on an area with a lot of breakouts.
These products are more effective with a running inflammatory process, and with closed comedones, the remedy may not help.
- Look Fantastic Acne Pimple Master Patch by The Cosrx. These mini masks are recommended to be applied at night. They draw out the contents of a popped pimple in a few hours. Also, the patch removes traces of inflammation, soothes the dermis, prevents the appearance of a red spot or edema.
- Patches Acwin Trouble Spot Acne Blemish Treatment. The main active ingredients are again tea tree oil and salicylic acid. Suitable for sensitive skin.
Acts gently, quickly, painlessly, quickly eliminates skin problems, can be used day or night. Substances gently penetrate deep into the skin and eliminate the focus of inflammation.
Application Tips
To make the tool work as efficiently as possible, use the following guidelines for use.
- Before applying the patch to the problem area, wash yourself thoroughly, wash off the makeup, apply the patch only to cleansed skin.
- A greater effect can be achieved if the patch is glued overnight. Typically, a classic acne patch lasts 8-10 hours.
- If there is no time to wait for the action of the patch, then do not be afraid to use it in the daytime. The patches are almost invisible under the makeup.
- Observe safety measures. Do not apply patches to wounds, scrapes and damaged skin, avoid contact with eyes, and store in a dry, dark place out of the reach of children.
An overview of acne patches from the Korean manufacturer Skinfood awaits you further.
