The Best Invisible Liquid Pimple Patches And Spot Treatments To Wear Under Makeup
BBG (babygirl), let your BBG (blemishes be gone)!
By Georgia Lam,
If someone were to make a full timeline of the evolution of pimple patches, it would start with the glory days of the translucent, round hydrocolloid ones that existed in the market since the early 2010s. They are simple, translucent and get the job done overnight or in a couple of hours. Everyone understood its simple mechanism; you get a zit, stick it on and get the nasties out whole while protecting it against further pollution and inflammation. Then came fancier ones – those that boast a 0.5mm thickness, those that came with micro darts, and better still, patches that come in an array of shapes and sizes that you can wear as an accessory.
Now that these have met our basic demands, why stop there? It could go completely invisible to the naked eye. I’m talking about clear, transparent ones that can go unnoticed while your makeup is layered on top. For those who prefer to rock the zits on the down low, these patches slash spot treatments are not only invisible, but are liquid ones that dries down flat and matte which means there is no thickness whatsoever but still does its job like a regular patch. More like skincare, these liquid pimple patches are also infused with all sorts of goodies your skin is to love while preventing further inflammation. Intrigued yet? Stick around for more.
If an invisible cloak exists, the Truly Targeted Blemish-Clearing Solution by Kiehls would be it in the realm of beauty. A concoction clear as day is made to improve skin clarity; it helps protect and heal active acne in a jiffy. It goes on invisible and dries down matte, dabbing it directly onto the affected area creates a breathable barrier that treats, calms and reduces pimple size while allowing you to layer on sunscreen and makeup on top of it without aggravating the zit further. Created with salicylic acid (BHA), niacinamide and liquorice root, Kiehls has nailed this technology even to fade residual post-blemish marks and redness all the while being transparent – literally.
The only squeeze you need to perform when experiencing a zit is the tube of Blemish Defeat’r BHA Spot-Targeting Gel for gradual but effective results. The action-packed formula backed with salicylic acid (BHA) aids that pesky zit to pull the disappearing act, and without a trace. Inside its unassuming packaging lies a clear jelly-like viscous texture that dries down invisible - perfect as a protective barrier before SPF and makeup. Apart from shielding active pimples from environmental aggressors, it also helps soothe your skin, reduce oil, and blur pores for a seamless finish.
Meet this colloidal sulfur-based hard worker – an ingredient that banishes acne by absorbing excess sebum while gently fighting irritation and breakouts. Feel a pimple coming along? Pop this on and allow a minute to dry to form a thin protective film over the area under or over makeup. Along with niacinamide, the formula helps soothe and calm redness as well as combat acne while preventing future breakouts. The invisible barrier dissolves upon cleansing your face as well, which makes it more sustainable compared to traditional sticker patches.
If you wish to rock light or minimal makeup for the day but want an effective invisible spot treatment, this particular formula by Origins is the one to go for. Banish that blemish fast and for good with this powerful gel treatment packed with salicylic acid for quick action. Use it after cleansing both morning and night on affected areas and see results as speedy as 24 hours or less, even with almost-there zits and bumps. It dries down clear and fast, while forming a sturdy film over the area to prevent peeling while you go about your day.
Small but mighty, this Banish Stick by Indie Lee offers on-the-go treatment anytime, anywhere with its convenient built-in applicator wand, travel friendly size, and most importantly, a formula that applies and dries clear. Created with salicylic acid and witch hazel for fast action as well as Tasmanian pepper fruit and burdock root extracts, the formula is incredibly gentle and great for sensitive skin types. While it is hard at work to eliminate breakouts, the Banish wand also helps hydrate, nourish, exfoliate and remove excess sebum at the same time.
Formulated for troubled and acne-prone skin, Control by Aesop offers quick irritation and redness relief without dehydrating the skin’s surface. Thanks to its transparent gel-like texture, applying a thin layer under moisturiser, makeup and sunscreen will help protect the spot and prevent further aggravation from external aggressors. Simply give it a minute or two to dry down before makeup and watch it disappear as quickly as it came within a day or two.
This story first appeared in Her World