The very best pimple patches |
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| Ruthie Darling/NYT Wirecutter |
We’ve come a long way from weapons-grade benzoyl peroxide and medicated concealer. Today, you can zap zits with discreet pimple patches — supple little discs that stick to skin, absorb gunk, soothe redness, and (crucially) inhibit picking. To find actually effective patches in a sea of options, we gathered 15 testers to try 12 of the most popular contenders. After several weeks, three standouts emerged.
One of our favorites is practically invisible→
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Your daily deal: A nourishing vitamin C serum |
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| Sunday Riley |
This luxe serum has a creamy formula that doubles as a light moisturizer, so it’s a great choice for dry skin. It glides on in a sheer layer and dries almost matte — perfect for layering under other products. And unlike other vitamin C serums, it smells nice and subtle, like zesty citrus.
We found it for $25 off today→
One last thing: The best concealers |
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| Michael Hession/NYT Wirecutter |
To find concealers that don’t cake, crease, or fade, we considered 85 formulas and rigorously tested more than a dozen with a panel of diverse skin types. Six weeks (and lots of swiping, dabbing, and blending) later … four won out, including an excellent all-rounder and a brightening budget option.
For a skin-like finish→
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