Hero Acne Patch Review

[Oswald Lemus]

Theone brand that always seems to get patches right based on affordability, accessibility, and, of course, effectiveness is Hero Cosmetics (best known for its Best of Beauty-winning Mighty Patch Original dots). Now, at the request of its fans, the brand has launched Mighty Patch Face and Allure has the exclusive details.

Hero Cosmetics mentioned to Allure that Mighty Patch Face is the most requested product by its community, which, after using it, I can totally see why. The representative from Hero Cosmetics states: "A ton of people who tried one of our other Mighty Patch products immediately saw how much of a game-changing solution it was and many, many people left us comments in reviews, by email, and via social media asking us for one for all over the face."

Mighty Patch Face is a set of five acne stickers: one for the forehead, two for the cheeks, and two for the nose and chin. According to the brand, these face patches are made up of the same hydrocolloid formula that all of its existing patches are made of.

What is hydrocolloid, you may ask? "Hydrocolloids are special types of bandages that absorb excess fluid, like oil and pus," Joshua Zeichner, MD, the director of cosmetic and clinical research at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, has told Allure. Not to mention, these stickers have the added benefit of protection and prevent you from picking at a pimple and aggravating it even more.

The Hero Cosmetics Mighty Patch collection features an array of hydrocolloid bandages in different shapes and sizes to treat any blemish that might form. What makes the Face Patch different from its sticker siblings is that it took over 14 iterations to truly perfect the sizes and shapes, which leads me to ask: How can the brand ensure that these face patches will work on all face sizes and shapes? "We created the Mighty Patch Face to work with most face sizes, the stickers are also stretchable and able to be customized to smaller sizes by trimming them if they are too big," says a brand representative from the Hero Cosmetics team.

When I woke up in the morning, I peeled the adhesives off (which, by the way, didn't hurt at all) and the accumulation of gunk was real. I immediately noticed that my face felt lighter and most of the blackheads on my chin and nose were gone. I also really enjoyed that these patches are made as separate pieces, rather than a sheet mask design because you don't have to use them all at once, making them very customizable to everyone's needs.

I was thoroughly impressed with the gunk-absorbing powers of these stickers and I think you will be, too. That said, since it's the brand's most requested launch, you're going to want to jump on it. Hero Cosmetics Mighty Patch Face is available now on herocosmetics.us right now for $18.

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Hydrocolloid patches were originally designed for wounds but it turns out they're also perfect for those painful (both physically and emotionally) breakouts that always erupt the night before a big event like an interview or a date.

These patches attract water and absorb fluids such as pus so that by the next day, you can literally see everything they've sucked up from your pimples. COSRX was one ofthe first hydrocolloid patch brands, earning rave reviews from other media sites like Buzzfeed and Refinery29 and a 4.6-star rating from 25,000+ Amazon reviews, but I'm a stronger believer in a newer brand's hydrocolloid product: Hero Cosmetics' Mighty Patch, which has a 4.5-star rating and over 90,000 Amazon reviews.

After showering and drying my face, I stick the patches directly on the blemishes that fit this description, then let them work their magic. Sometimes, depending on the pimple, I can see and feel results in as quickly as a few hours. Other times, they take longer to take effect, and I sleep with them overnight.

The difference after applying a sticker is clear, and not only visually. Each time, my pimples dramatically reduced in both size and pain. I'm always amazed at how well they work. Over the last couple of years, I've become very comfortable with slapping them all over my face every night, and even during the daytime when I go to work.

The main drawback of these patches is that they can be noticeable if you wear them (the Original product) in public. As a solution, the company made Invisible patches (find our review here), which are more subtle and harder to notice.

If you're new to pimple patches, you may also find it difficult to peel them off the sheet without wrinkling or folding them, but Hero Cosmetics tries to combat this with an easy-peel sheet design that tears the entire sheet into thirds.

A side benefit of these hydrocolloid patches is that they prevent bored, wandering fingers from touching and picking pimples. Every person who has acne hears over and over again and knows from personal experience that picking leads to irritation and scarring, but it's much easier said than done not to do it. As the patches work to minimize your blemish, they also protect the affected area from exposure to unclean pillows and hands.

I also bought myself the COSRX patches to compare their performance, and considering their high reviews and cult status, I was surprised to find they were much less effective than Mighty Patch. The COSRX hydrocolloid patches come in multiple sizes, and they're cheaper than Mighty Patch. However, they were prone to falling off my face as I slept, and rarely absorbed as much fluid as the Mighty Patch stickers.

In addition to COSRX, I've tried many other patches like the cute (but ultimately ineffective) Starface Hydro-Stars and No B.S. Healing Acne Patches, but again and again, they didn't stack up to Mighty Patch.

While Mighty Patch may be more expensive, I'd much rather opt for the product that actually works. The company originally sent me free samples for review back in April 2018, but since then, I've regularly bought them myself and they've become an integral part of my skin-care kit.

Having dealt with acne since I was a teen, I regret not trying these gentle, non-invasive, and non-drying hydrocolloid patches earlier, but I'm now a serious proponent of using them for banishing acne. They're easy to slip into your bag to take on the go, and as simple stickers, they're low maintenance.

Why? In my experience, using a gentle, calming face wash does so much more for acne-prone or oily skin than using harsh, acne-fighting cleansers. Harsh cleaners can easily dry your skin out, which could leave your skin looking red and stressed, as well as triggering it to produce more oil to compensate. The Cerave Cleanser, on the other hand, will leave your skin feeling clean but soft, soothed, balanced and hydrated. If you do suffer from acne, you might find my full guide on how to clear acne useful.

I hope you enjoyed my CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser review. Let me know what you think of it in the comments! Fancy sticking around? Have a read of my other beauty & skincare reviews or follow me on Instagram for more.

Skincare Hero is made for skincare enthusiasts who want it all, but without breaking the bank in the process. This bundle features our full skincare collection and covers all skin-goal bases from clear skin, to an even complexion, all the way to a dewy glow. All products are vegan, cruelty-free, formulated without any harmful additives, and come in luxurious frosted glass packaging.

A foaming gel cleanser that is formulated to strengthen and maintain a healthy lipid barrier. This gentle cleanser effortlessly releases dirt and buildup from pores and keeps imperfections at bay. Made for all skin types.

A lightweight opaque serum that is formulated to protect the skin from free radicals and slow eventual signs of aging. Works to prevent damage, fade hyperpigmentation, and lightly hydrate. Made for all skin types.

An FDA approved acne treatment spray that is formulated to eradicate breakouts, unclog pores, and smooth uneven texture. Works to reduce the overall severity of acne while decreasing the rate of breakout recurrence.

I love the Skincare Hero bundle. Soooo much so that I've been stalking their website in hopes of seeing the bundle or individual items are back restocked. I'm running low and am concerned that'll have to go back to CVS/WALMART to get facial products. #greatproducts #skincarehero #dontsendmebacktocvs

A favorite among dermatologists, editors, and skincare gurus, this acne spot treatment from La Roche Posay is fast-acting without being overly irritating thanks to benzoyl peroxide (it's a derm- favorite ingredient for reducing acne-causing bacteria on the skin), exfoliating lipohydroxy acid, and hydrating glycerin. The lightweight gel formula can be applied either as a spot treatment on specific breakouts or as a thin layer over the entire face depending on the kind of acne you're dealing with.

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