I had a big angry zit on my chin during Chinese New Year. It developed after my regular facial at the salon which made me pretty upset. Turned out that there were "3 heads" in the inflammed zit and it took almost a month with another visit to the facial salon, before the inflammed zit subsided.
My brother recommended acne patches which I was aware but never took heed in the past as I thought they were gimmicky but it turned out to be a game-changer. I purchased 3M Nexcare which was what he had tried before.
Pimple patches are made of hydrocolloid, a squishy, plasticky material used in wound healing bandages in hospitals. The material absorbs fluid from a wound, forming a gel that gets trapped in the bandage, turning the area of the bandage white.
Hydrocolloid can help speed healing by keeping the underlying area moist, a key tenet in wound-healing.
Nexcare™ Acne Patch (Thinner) is a drug-free, non-drying way to absorb oil from clogged pores. They work on a variety of skin types, and act as a protective cover, reducing the urge to squeeze or pick at a blemish. Nexcare™ Acne Patch is also breathable and comfortable to wear.
How To Use :
1) Cleanse your face and hands well.
2) Gently pat dry with a clean towel
3) Peel open the plastic pouch.
4) Select a patch which is able to cover the acne and place it centered on the acne opening.
5) Gently press the edges of the patch with clean and dry fingers for better adhesion.
6) Once the colour changes from skin colour to white, it means that the oily secretion has been absorbed. The acne patch should be replaced with a new one.
