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We’ve all been there. It’s usually before an important date or event you’ve had in your calendar for ages. A spot will appear and suddenly you’re combing the bathroom cabinets for the nearest quick-fix.
Although the temptation may be huge, do not prod or try to squeeze said zit. Not only will it make it large and in charge, but the area will also take twice as long to heal. The best solution is to apply these products listed below for an upgrade of Sudocrem and toothpaste (it’s 2021, guys).
Dots for Spots Original Acne Absorbing Pimple Patches
A handbag must-have. They are basically invisible, give them 6 hours to work and you’ll be left with a spot that is way less visible. These Hydrocolloid patches create an optimum healing environment and when they are ready to be removed, the patch will turn white. Easy.
Kate Somerville EradiKate Blemish Treatment
Has an angry under the skin spot cropped up which needs drying out ASAP? Apply this treatment with a cotton bud to the target area and watch it go pretty much overnight. The magic potion contains 10% sulfur to fight breakouts quickly while zinc oxide and salicylic acid help to prevent excess oil and sebum.
Glossier Zit Stick
This magic portable pen clears zits at an astonishingly fast rate and can be reapplied three times a day. It contains 2% salicylic acid to exfoliate skin and loosen sebum build-up in pores. It can even be used over makeup as it’s no mess and has a translucent formula.
Glossier Zit Stick
Origins Super Spot Remover Acne Treatment Gel
This gel is a spot-busting weapon. Containing salicylic acid, red algae to (ironically) remove redness and exfoliators to get rid of excess sebum and dead skin cells. Scarring is kept to a minimum as breakouts clear in two-three days. You’ll also feel a little tingle, which is when you know the gel is working (if you’re into that).
Dermalogica Overnight Clearing Gel
A little on the pricier side, but those with spots swear by this gel. Also containing salicylic acid (there’s a definite pattern here) hyaluronic acid and tea tree to clear pimples, the formula will work while you sleep. Worth the investment.
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo Anti Blemish Moisturiser
The ultimate skin expert, La Roche Posay has pulled out all the stops on this one. The wonder product will moisturize, control oil, and correct dark spots – a seriously multi-tasking formula.
Words By Rosina Findlay
