Spot the difference between popular acne patch treatments
Pimples can be quite frustrating – one moment your teen has spotless skin, the next they’re waking up with a fresh zit – ugh! Though pre-teen and teen pimples are inevitable, treatment options are almost endless. And since an acne breakout of any size can be seemingly detrimental to your teen, knowing which pimple products will work best stat is essential. Here’s what you need to know about pimple patches, pimple stickers, acne dots and pore strips.
What Is the Difference Between Pimple Patches, Pimple Stickers, Acne Dots, and Pore Strips?
You know those band-aid like pore strips you put over your nose when wet? Just wait for it to dry then peal away the blackheads. There’s nothing quite like looking over the strip to see all the tiny mounds of dirt and muck that was clogging your pores. While pore strips remove the dirt, oil, and dead skin cells from the top layer of your skin, they don’t get what is stuck deep down and they aren’t a pimple preventative measure. Pore strips are great for removing blackheads, but since they use strong adhesives, they can sometimes be inflammatory and cause irritation, especially for people with sensitive skin.
Pimple patches and acne dots are similar in their composition and method of action. These patches are adhesive squares or dots filled with acne-fighting ingredients to clear and prevent acne breakouts. Pimple patches and acne dots work best on active pimples, and those just beneath the skin. Plus, since you place them over the blemish (like a pimple sticker) and they cover the breakouts (for 7-8 hours at a time), they can help prevent picking and the scarring that forms as a result. Always apply spot treatments and patches to dry, freshly cleaned skin.
How do these Pimple Patches and other Adhesive Spot Treatments Work?
There are two kinds of pimple patches and adhesive spot treatments – medicated and non-medicated. Medicated patches use treatments like salicylic acid, hyalauronic acid, and benzoyl peroxide that remove impurities and fight inflammation. Non-medicated treatments, Like TBH Kids Pimple Patches, contain natural soothing ingredients like tea tree oil, Volcanic Ash, and Grape Seed Extract that promote healing and restoration. While medicated adhesive treatments are great for those with acne-prone skin, they may be too drying and irritating for kids and teens with sensitive skin. Pimple stickers that use natural compounds are gentler on the skin while still working hard to combat pimples.
Choosing the Best Pimple Patches for Kids and Teens
If you're thinking about letting your kids or teens try pimple patches, you want to make sure that they use something safe. We created The Ultimate Guide to Pimple Patches as a quick reference to know what to look for. It's a quick read, please check it out!
