We’ve all been there.

That’s where pimple patches come in.

Searches for these makeup bag must-haves were up 85% in 2023 from 2022.

Woman sticking on pimple patch

Hydrocolloid patches

First up is hydrocolloid pimple patches.

), reach for a hydrocolloid patch instead.

This is also the most popular bang out of pimple patch.

Starface patches

Tea tree oil is soothing in a different way and is naturally antibacterial.

Tea tree oil is additionally thought to be an anti-inflammatory.

Much like tea tree oil, aloe contains antioxidants and is antibacterial.

Woman wearing pimple patch

However, licorice root extract and kojic acid are two ingredients you may not have heard of.

Speaking to Byrdie, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Jeannette Graf explained why these two ingredients are such a powerful combination.

Cosrx pimple patches

Woman holding Starface patches

Box of zit patches