Description
The Mighty Patch is a hydrocolloid acne patch. But what exactly is hydrocolloid? And how does it work to treat acne? Let’s start with a little history on the use of hydrocolloid dressings.
In the 1980’s, hydrocolloid dressings were created to treat wounds. The active surface of the hydrocolloid dressing is coated with a gelling agent, such as pectin or gelatin. (Note: The Mighty Patch is not made with gelatin and, therefore, is vegan-friendly). The gelling agent creates a moist environment for the wound to heal while also drawing out the pus and fluid inside the wounds and suspending them on the bandage. Amongst the medical community, it’s widely accepted that moist wound healing is much better than dry dressings.
Similar to how a hydrocolloid dressing can help heal a wound, a hydrocolloid acne patch — like The Mighty Patch — speeds healing of blemishes by absorbing pus and oil from the inflamed spot while simultaneously maintaining moisture. In addition,The Mighty Patch helps reduce inflammation, protects the area from contamination by microorganisms, and minimizes scar formation. Not to mention that these patches prevent you from picking or popping a zit!
However, The Mighty Patch (or any other hydrocolloid acne patch) is only meant to be used on mild to moderate acne; not severe or cystic acne. Dr. Lavanya Krishnan, a board certified dermatologist, told Healthline that these patches are best for “treating the superficial kind of acne, like pus-filled bumps, blackheads, and whiteheads. It’s unlikely these patches penetrate to the level that will be able to help cystic acne.”
