Why Pimple Patches Work: The Hydrocolloid Science Explained Pimple patches look simple, but they’re backed by solid science. Most are made from hydrocolloid, a moisture-absorbing material originally ...

The idea started with late-night texts begging for Upper East Side acne whisperer, Amy Wechsler, M.D., to meet on weekends. The messages were bursting with acne anxiety. A new zit had sprouted ...