Clean your pores! These 'grossly satisfying' nose patches are less than $2 a pop
Large pores aren't just for teenagers. Whether you get them on your nose, cheeks or all over your T-zone, they're a pain to deal with. While silicone-based primers can hide them temporarily, the best way to clean the crud out of those enlarged pores is to either enlist professional help or use a hydrocolloid patch that's designed for the job. Dermatologist Shereene Idriss, MD, shared on New in the Q that she swears by one product in particular — the Mighty Patch from Hero Cosmetics. You'll get 10 of 'em for just $17.
These miracle patches pull away all the stuff that's trapped in your pores, leaving your nose looking clearer after just six hours. You can even leave them on overnight.
"These are made up of a hydrocolloid material, which is a water-loving material that is going to draw up all of that gunk from your pores," Idriss explained.
The good doctor continued: "These are not to be confused with the classic pore strip, which basically you leave on for like, what?, 10 minutes, and then you wax it off your nose, leaving behind open dilated pores that are more likely to fill up again over time and get bigger if you keep doing it over and over and over again."
What makes the Mighty Patch so excellent? It turns white as it fills up with the nasties lingering in your pores. And it's flexible, gentle and comfortable, so you don't have to rip it off like those other strips.
FYI: In addition to this nose-designed patch, there are also varieties for tackling acne breakouts both small and large.
There's something oddly soothing about the strips, too; one reviewer called them "grossly satisfying!"
"The strips pull off anything on the surface of your nose, which includes oil that's been oxidized and turns black (blackheads), dead skin, dirt and hair," they shared. "The strips were easy to use. You simply wash your face, wet your nose, dry your hands, apply the strip, let harden over 10 to 15 minutes and remove. The process was easy, and I could feel the strip harden as it dried."
Another agreed: "Wow, it works well. It's so gross but satisfying. I usually get irritated having things on my face but the six hours were easy. Plus you can wear a mask at work and have it on then — or sleep with it on. I absolutely love this product."
A third chimed in that they prefer this to professional and prescription treatments! They wrote: "I've been on Accutane, had laser work done on my scars and skin, and tried all kinds of cleaners, and I was blown away by this product. I have never seen my pores look this small — I am so shocked at the amount it pulls out of your skin. This product is truly amazing."
'I have never seen my pores look this small,' said one happy shopper. 'I am so shocked at the amount it pulls out of your skin.'
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.