Hydrocolloid Patches

In the world of skincare, hydrocolloid patches are superstars for tackling acne, absorbing excess oil and fluid, calming inflammation, and keeping pesky breakouts at bay.

They create a moist environment that promotes healing and improves overall skin health, plus, most are discreet and a breeze to apply and remove, making them the perfect choice for use any time.

The Best Pimple Patches for Treating & Calming Stubborn Breakouts

Our hydrocolloid pimple patch collection is designed to address your unique acne and skin concerns discreetly and effectively. The Clear It Up pimple patch utilizes tea tree oil for targeted treatment, while the Invisi Patch offers next-to-invisible protection with its ultra-thin design. Keep It Calm soothes irritated skin and promotes hydration, while the Treat & Discreet pimple patch incorporates salicylic acid for deep skin treatment while keeping things on the down low. The Area Patchprovides comprehensive coverage for larger breakout areas, discouraging picking and providing a moist healing environment for your skin to repair and renew.

How Do Hydrocolloid Pimple Patches Work?

Hydrocolloid pimple patches work by creating an optimal environment for acne treatment. These pimple patches adhere gently to the skin, absorbing excess oil and fluid from the affected area. This process helps to calm inflammation, facilitate healing, and deter further breakouts. Hydrocolloid acne patches act as a protective barrier against external irritants and bacteria, minimizing the risk of aggravating acne. Offering targeted treatment, these pimple patches cater to various stages of acne, from active breakouts to healing scars, elevating and optimizing your skincare routine.

  • Cluster breakout got you down? Cover larger breakout and textured areas effectively with our Area Patch, a large-sized hydrocolloid pimple patch that absorbs oil and promotes fast healing while discouraging picking.

  • Huse Ultra-Thin Tea Tree Oil Acne Patch. Best for acne-prone skin, forehead texture, or small bumps on the skin.

    Soothe irritated skin and accelerate healing with a blend of hydrating and soothing ingredients like Centella, snail mucin, hyaluronic acid and panthenol with our Keep It Calm pimple patch.

  • Huse Invisi Patch harnesses hydrocolloid technology, creating an optimal and moisture-rich environment for fast healing and protection. Best for acne-prone skin and day wear.

    Keep your treatment on the down low with the Huse Invisi Patch. This ultra-thin (0.25mm) and ingredient-free hydrocolloid patch provides fast healing and protection, forming a barrier over breakouts, so you can go about your day.

Huse Calming Acne Patch designed to soothe and address breakouts effectively as well as to provide optimal relief for troubled skin. Best for acne-prone skin, irritated skin, acne scars

WHAT TF DO PIMPLE PATCHES DO?

A pimple patch is a small adhesive patch designed to treat acne breakouts effectively. When applied to a pimple or blemish, the acne patch works by absorbing excess oil, fluid, and impurities from the affected area.

This helps to reduce inflammation, promote healing, and prevent further irritation. Additionally, pimple patches create a protective barrier over the breakout, shielding it from external pollutants and bacteria. By providing targeted treatment and protection, these patches aid in accelerating the healing process of acne, leading to clearer and healthier skin.

Hydrocolloid Patches vs Microdart Pimple Patches

Microdart pimple patches and hydrocolloid pimple patches are two effective options for treating acne. 

Microdart patches contain tiny microneedles that gently penetrate the skin, delivering acne-fighting ingredients directly to the source of the breakout. This targeted approach promotes faster healing and reduces inflammation.

Hydrocolloid patches, on the other hand, create a barrier over the pimple, absorbing excess oil and fluid while creating an optimal environment for healing.

While both types of pimple patches are effective, they differ in how they address your breakout, which will ultimately provide different results. Microdart patches offer targeted treatment, while hydrocolloid patches focus on absorbing impurities from the skin's surface.

FAQs

  • Pimple patches are typically most effective on raised, fluid-filled pimples or whiteheads rather than blackheads, which are caused by clogged pores containing oxidized oil and dead skin cells. While pimple patches may adhere to blackheads, they may not effectively draw out the contents of the pore as they do with pimples. 

    However, pimple patches that contain ingredients like salicylic acid (like our Treat & Discreet Pimple Patch and I.C.E. Microdart Pimple Patch) can help dissolve the debris within blackheads and reduce their appearance over time. The microdarts in I.C.E. may also help in delivering this ingredient deeper into the clogged pore. For best results, consider incorporating targeted treatments specifically designed for blackheads into your skincare routine alongside pimple patches.

  • Hydrocolloid patches can offer some relief for cystic acne, but they may not be as effective as they are for traditional pimples or whiteheads. Cystic acne often involves deeper, more severe inflammation and may not respond as well to external treatments like hydrocolloid patches. However, these patches can still help by absorbing excess oil and fluid, reducing inflammation, and providing a protective barrier against further irritation and infection.

    Our I.C.E. Microdart Acne Patch would be a much better-suited treatment for cystic acne, as it can gently penetrate the skin and deliver helpful ingredients at a deeper level.

    1. Wash your hands.
    2. Carefully peel the pimple patch from its sheet, lifting the edge of the patch and then gently pulling it away.
    3. Place the pimple patch onto the area you’d like to treat and gently press down.
    4. Press and hold the pimple patch down for 1-3 seconds, securing its position on the skin.
    5. Let sit for 4-8 hours for optimal results.
  • Hydrocolloid patches are primarily designed for acne treatment and are not typically recommended for use on cold sores. Cold sores, caused by the herpes simplex virus, require specific antiviral treatments for effective management. While hydrocolloid patches may provide a protective barrier over cold sores, they do not contain ingredients to target the underlying viral infection. It's best to consult with a healthcare professional for appropriate treatment options for cold sores.

Shrinks angry pimples
Absorbs gunk
Reduces pore size
Antibacterial & antifungal
Targets deep blind pimples
Reduces redness
Speeds up recovery
Moisturizes
Targets deep blind pimples
Reduces redness
Speeds up recovery
Moisturizes
For sensitive skin
Fast healing & protection
Targets larger breakouts
Absorbs gunk
For sensitive skin
Fast healing & protection
Targets larger breakouts
Absorbs gunk
Calms skin irritation
Antibacterial & anti-inflammatory
Absorbs gunk
Helps control oiliness
Calms skin irritation
Antibacterial & anti-inflammatory
Absorbs gunk
Helps control oiliness
For sensitive skin
Fast healing & protection
Shrinks angry pimples
Absorbs gunk
For sensitive skin
Fast healing & protection
Shrinks angry pimples
Absorbs gunk
Calms skin irritation
Fades acne scars
Hydrates skin
Speeds up recovery
Calms skin irritation
Fades acne scars
Hydrates skin
Speeds up recovery
Shrinks angry pimples
Absorbs gunk
Reduces pore size
Antibacterial & antifungal
Targets deep blind pimples
Reduces redness
Speeds up recovery
Moisturizes