The Best Pimple Patches To Save Your Skin Fast
Best for: A mood boost
Good Vibes Acne Patches, £5 | Dreamery
Surprisingly effective, these mood-boosting patches treat spots while doubling up as fun accessories. Perfect if you want to disguise a breakout without hiding away, think of them as skincare meets statement stickers.
Available at BOOTS.COM
Best for: Invisible, under-makeup wear
Hydrocolloid Invisible Pimple Patches, £9 | The INKEY List
These ultra-thin, barely-there patches are ideal for daytime wear. The hydrocolloid tech draws out impurities while creating a protective barrier that stops you from picking, helping spots heal faster without scarring.
Available at THEINKEYLIST.COM
Best for: A TikTok favourite
Mighty Pimple Patches Invisible, £9.99 | Hero
Popular on socials for a reason, these clear, matte patches disappear on the skin and flatten even the angriest spots fast. They’re strong enough to extract gunk overnight but discreet enough to wear during the day.
Available at BOOTS.COM
Best for: Redness-prone, sensitive skin
Blemish Barrier Patches For Blemishes & Redness, £9 | CeraVe
Backed by CeraVe’s signature ceramides, these patches not only tackle spots but also help repair your skin barrier. They’re especially good if your breakouts come with redness or irritation, doubling up as treatment and protection in one.
Available at BOOTS.COM
Best for: Fast-acting treatment
Emergency Pimple Patches, £20 | Beauty Pie
Infused with salicylic acid and tea tree oil, these little dots work overtime to calm angry breakouts and speed up recovery. They’re discreet enough for day but powerful enough to leave on overnight when you need a quick reset.
Available at BEAUTYPIE.COM
Best for: Budget-friendly, overnight fixes
Collection Quick Clear Pimple Patches, £4.99 | Sephora
Affordable, effective and quick drying, these patches are perfect for emergencies. They absorb excess oil and flatten spots overnight, making them an easy win for anyone wanting no-fuss results on a budget.
Available at SEPHORA.CO.UK
Best for: All-day wear
Pure Active 8hr Invisible Hydrocolloid Blemish Patch, £5.33 (Were £7.99) | Garnier
Designed to work while you go about your day, these ultra-thin patches stay put under make-up for up to eight hours at a time. They absorb excess oil and impurities, making them great for keeping breakouts under control.
Available at BOOTS.COM
Best for: A Hailey Bieber-approved choice
Hydro-Stars Pimple Patches + Compact, £11.99 | Starface
These bright, star-shaped patches have become a Gen Z favourite. Beyond the fun aesthetic, they’re made from high-quality hydrocolloid that speeds up healing while keeping bacteria out. Plus, the compact makes them easy to carry everywhere.
Available at SPACENK.COM
Best for: Stubborn spots that need overnight care
Drying Patches, £18 | Mario Badescu
Mario Badescu’s cult-status drying lotion has had a convenient patch upgrade. These deliver the same overnight results, using salicylic acid and niacinamide to shrink blemishes while keeping the area protected from bacteria and irritation.
Available at SPACENK.COM
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