31 Things To Help You Deal With Somewhat Embarrassing Summer Problems

8. Some acne patches for those days when the combination of summer heat + sunscreen + mask = clogged pores and breakouts. Hydrocolloid, tea tree oil, and calendula oil are gentle on the skin while still drawing out fluids and pus from your pimple.These are hands down the best pimple patches I’ve ever used. Why? Because they actually work. IMO they work best on whiteheads, drawing out the pus and preventing me from picking. Once all the fluids are drained (yum!), I plop a patch on what was once home to a very angry whitehead and replace it twice a day (once in the morning and once at night). In my experience, that has been the best treatment for preventing really noticeable hyperpigmentation and acne scarring, which my skin is really prone to after breakouts.

Check out the rest of my Hero Cosmetics Mighty Pimple Patches review for more deets!

Promising review: “I tend to break out a lot during the summer, and these patches work like a charm. Once I notice any white acne, I place one either in the a.m. or before bed. During the 6–8 hour wait, I let the patch do its magic. It is somewhat noticeable, but I’m not really bothered by it. Once the 6–8 hour mark goes off, I get the satisfaction of seeing the whitehead pull off with the patch! I enjoy picking my face, but hate scarring, so these patches are like my best friend! They’re very gentle, and I’ve noticed that they can also help a bit with inflammation. Would definitely buy again.” —Aleen

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