COSRX AC Collection Acne Patch Versus Starface Hydro-Star + Salicylic Acid Pimple Patches
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe facial treatments. They have a total of 0 ingredients in common
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They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
COSRX AC Collection Acne Patch 7 ingredients
Starface Hydro-Star + Salicylic Acid Pimple Patches 2 ingredients
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COSRX AC Collection Acne Patch 7 ingredients
Starface Hydro-Star + Salicylic Acid Pimple Patches 2 ingredients
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Cellulose Gum is a water-soluble polymer that comes from cellulose. It is used to change the texture of a product and to help stabilize emulsions.
Polybutene is used to help control the viscosity of a product. This just means it helps adjusts the texture.
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Paraffinum Liquidum is also known as liquid paraffin. It is a type of highly refined mineral oil.
Centella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Hydrocolloid is technically not a cosmetic ingredient. It is a type of material used to dress uninfected wounds. Hydrocolloid is coated with a mix of gelatin, pectin, xanthan gum, carrageenan, and other biopolymers.
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Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
Ingredient Ratings
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COSRX AC Collection Acne Patch 7 ingredients
Starface Hydro-Star + Salicylic Acid Pimple Patches 2 ingredients
Reviews
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COSRX AC Collection Acne Patch 7 ingredients
luara1991
Game changer
These have changed the game for me. I'm a picker so spots usually last for months for me, but this flattens them down and takes a good...
Game changer
These have changed the game for me. I'm a picker so spots usually last for months for me, but this flattens them down and takes a good majority of the rubbish out. This gets rid of 90% of the spot, and leaves just pigment behind. It's not 100% healed but speeds the process up by about 2 weeks
BubbIes
They get the job done, but not as well as other pimple patch options. For whatever reason they tear off a layer of my skin along with the pus it...
They get the job done, but not as well as other pimple patch options. For whatever reason they tear off a layer of my skin along with the pus it absorbed. My mom has had the same issue. Maybe it's fine if you have thicker skin.
Starface Hydro-Star + Salicylic Acid Pimple Patches 2 ingredients
Lapaki
For smaller pimples, standard pimple patches usually do the trick for me. However, during my last prolonged hormonal acne outbreak under the chin,...
For smaller pimples, standard pimple patches usually do the trick for me. However, during my last prolonged hormonal acne outbreak under the chin, I needed something more potent. Containing 1% salicylic acid, they are notably more effective. The only downside is that these patches don't adhere as strongly as others, so it's best to apply them directly after cleansing, without any prior skincare application. They still earn 5 stars from me, as they are the most effective pimple patches I've used so far. You can store them as they are, or in the Starface refillable Big Blue or Big Yellow compact, which keeps them neatly packaged and ready for use.
Claire L.
First, the negative - I wish they were just a little smaller, that they had two sizes, as these are on the big side for the most common places I...
First, the negative - I wish they were just a little smaller, that they had two sizes, as these are on the big side for the most common places I still get pimples, like my nose. They could be a smidge stickier too. This are minor complaints because these little stars GET IT DONE. They shrink down pimples faster than any other patches I've tried. The blue box they came in is cute and stores them nicely, and the stars are cute. Will repurchase.
