How To Clear Acne Overnight At Home

While I've come to realize that acne is a totally natural and normal part of being human, that fact doesn't stop me from wanting to treat it when it shows up. And when it comes to acne, there are rarely quick-fix solutions out there. (Take it from someone who's had it for nearly two decades.) Though my first few teenage acne-ridden years were spent trying everything YouTube vloggers and Google said I should do to erase a pimple overnight, I eventually came to terms with the fact that I had to invest in trial and error with my diet, lifestyle, and skincare routine to find a true long-term solution.

Years later, I've curated a routine that keeps my skin clear most of the time, but with the ever-evolving changes in our bodies, I'm always on the lookout for a product that can quickly and effectively get rid of a stubborn zit—especially the ones that like to show up right before a big event (you know what I'm talking about). That's why I had to get my hands on Hero Cosmetics' Mighty Patches ($12, Amazon). The TikTok-famous patches went viral for their ability to literally erase acne overnight.

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I'm always weary of a product that promises dramatic results, but I'm pleased to say that this one completely delivered. Here's why the aptly-named Mighty Patches are a staple in my sensitive, acne-prone skincare routine:

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Mighty Patch Hydrocolloid Acne Pimple Patches

Mighty Patch amazon.com

$12.99

They're gentle.

I have pretty dry skin, so unfortunately even when products work to treat my acne, they'll over-dry my skin and leave it looking dull. These hydrocolloid patches have a delicate feel to them, and the best part is that they're so simple, I wish I knew about them 16 years ago. There aren't any additional ingredients on the patches.

It's simply a circular patch made with medical-grade hydrocolloid (a plant-based ingredient designed to extract and trap gunk from your pores). And, even though the patch is sticky enough to adhere to my skin overnight,—even while I sleep, toss, and turn—it peels off gently and seamlessly.

They prevent scarring.

Picking at a zit is one of my guilty pleasures, and a terrible habit I'll likely never break. But, when I wear one of these, I physically can't pick at them, which makes the healing process a lot faster and easier. I'm prone to discoloration, so I have a lot of scarring from past acne. These heal acne without actually penetrating the pimple, so there's no skin breakage or need to treat discoloration afterwords.

They're easy to use.

You'd think that for the miracle product these turned out to be, they'd cost just as much as a five-star facial, but that's not the case at all. For just $12, you get 36 patches, so I don't mind stocking and restocking up on them. They need at least six hours to work their magic, so I typically put them on over my regular skincare routine at night before going to bed (I keep them in my night stand). Nearly every single time, I wake up to the zit being completely gone without a trace of it being left behind.

For the rare times that I have an especially stubborn spot, the patch will always at least make it a bit smaller over night. But, because they feel so comfortable and blend in to the skin easily, I'll even wear these during the day through work and video calls if I have an especially stubborn zit (I'm wearing one as I type this).

The TikTok-famous hydrocolloid patches may look tiny, but they're a literal miracle in my acne-prone skincare routine. From the cystic hormonal acne I get around my period to spots on my cheeks and forehead, these little patches are like an acne eraser in a box.

Neha Tandon Neha Tandon is the E-Commerce Editor of Women's Health—she's an expert in discovering the best products you can buy and giving recommendations.

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