This acne patch was part of a Artpe set from www.mishebeauty.com that also included the First-Do Clear Spot Patch. Mishe Beauty Report Club provided a sample set for review, so I tested them out a little more than I normally would. The first step was figuring out when is it best to use each patch type. I was also curious how they compared to other patches.

Based on the packaging and some trial & error, it seems the Micro-Pyramid Spot Patch is best at the beginning stage of a pimple's life, and the Clear Spot Patch is best at managing the aftermath as far as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. I used a Smartmed Cover-dot for comparison. The Cover-dot seems better to use mid-life or if a spot is very red.

The Clear Spot Patch:
This patch feels and looks like a clear thin sticker. It did not do much to reduce or prevent acne, but did noticeably reduce PIH as a pimple cleared up. This result was inconsistent- the best result reduced PIH overnight that would normally take 1-2 months of vitamin C and serums to get to, but did not continue the same rate of PIH reduction when used repeatedly, and other times did not lead to a significant reduction in PIH. The Clear Spot seems most effective when timed just right as a pimple is clearing up, but not too soon.

Purchase? Maybe. They worked really well more than half of the time, and the best result was impressive, but sometimes had minimal benefit. Using them is a gamble- pretty good odds they will help but not guaranteed.