FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The answer depends on the product. The CLERIVY Hydrocolloid Pimple Patch and Microdart Spot Patch are cosmetic products. Each contains less than 0.5% Salicylic Acid for cosmetic purposes only and is not intended to treat, prevent, or cure acne or any other medical condition. The Microdart Acne Patch is a separate OTC monograph drug with 2% Salicylic Acid as its active ingredient; follow its Drug Facts. Read how the cosmetic patches work and where their limits are or review the separate OTC product.

“Dermatologically Tested” means the product was evaluated under defined test conditions. It does not mean a dermatologist recommends it or that it treats acne. See which tests apply to each CLERIVY patch.

Both cosmetic patches have been tested for sensitive-skin suitability in separate one-week studies of 23 participants. The Hydrocolloid Pimple Patch study is CBRC-E-260610-52. The Microdart Spot Patch study, CBRC-E-260611-54, evaluated the complete two-step routine: Blemish Clearing Pad followed by Microdart Spot Patch. Individual responses vary. Explore the study details.

Yes. Each cosmetic patch was evaluated separately in a 24-hour primary skin irritation patch test of 31 adults. For both products, no irritation reactions were observed at the 1- and 24-hour assessments after removal, and each report recorded a mean skin reaction score of 0.00 under its criteria. These tests excluded sensitive or hypersensitive skin, so they do not mean non-irritating, hypoallergenic, or safe for every skin type. See the product-specific report numbers and test limits.

Vegan status is product-specific: the Hydrocolloid Pimple Patch is certified by EVE VEGAN, while the Microdart Spot Patch is registered with The Vegan Society. Both cosmetic patches are certified cruelty-free, with no animal testing conducted in the development and production of the product. See product testing and certification details.

The CLERIVY Hydrocolloid Pimple Patch and Microdart Spot Patch are cosmetic products and are not drugs. The Microdart Acne Patch is a separate OTC monograph drug. Listing of a drug with FDA does not constitute FDA approval or endorsement of the product. See the separate OTC product and its Drug Facts scope.

All current CLERIVY patches are made in South Korea. Read the CLERIVY brand story.

For cosmetic spot care, choose the Microdart Spot Patch for an early bump you can feel before it surfaces. The Microdart Acne Patch is a separate OTC monograph drug with its own Drug Facts; do not treat it as interchangeable with the cosmetic patch. For a surfaced spot on healthy, intact skin, choose the cosmetic Hydrocolloid Pimple Patch. Use the spot-stage selector.

Use the Hydrocolloid Pimple Patch for a surfaced spot on healthy, intact skin. Choose the 10 mm or 12 mm size that covers the spot. Leave on for 4–8 hours, or until the patch turns opaque. View the product details or see how to apply it.

Hydrocolloid is a translucent cover for a surfaced spot; the cosmetic Microdart Spot Patch uses fine dissolving points for an early bump before it surfaces. These two products are cosmetic products; the Microdart Acne Patch is a separate OTC monograph drug. Compare the two cosmetic products by stage, size, count, and wear time.

The terms are often used for similar patch formats. CLERIVY uses the product name Microdart Spot Patch; each patch has 16 fine, dissolving microdarts on the skin-facing side. Read the terminology guide.

Yes, on different spots that match each format. Use the Microdart Spot Patch for an early bump and the Hydrocolloid Pimple Patch for a surfaced spot on healthy, intact skin; do not apply either cosmetic patch to open or damaged skin. Choose by spot stage.

Hydrocolloid is a soft, gel-forming material that interacts with moisture. The CLERIVY Hydrocolloid Pimple Patch is a thin, translucent cosmetic cover that creates a water-resistant barrier over a surfaced spot on healthy, intact skin. Read the hydrocolloid guide.

Every Hydrocolloid Pimple Patch pack includes 10 mm and 12 mm patches in an even split: 15 + 15 in the 30-count pack, 36 + 36 in the 72-count pack, and 48 + 48 in the 96-count pack. View current pack details.

Leave the Hydrocolloid Pimple Patch on for 4–8 hours, or until it turns opaque. This is a use direction, not a promised timeline for a visible result. See the complete patch routine.

Hydrocolloid changes appearance as it interacts with moisture. On CLERIVY patches, opaque is an on-pack removal signal alongside the 4–8 hour direction, not a measure of results. Read why hydrocolloid patches turn white or opaque.

Gently peel the Hydrocolloid Pimple Patch back along the skin rather than pulling it straight upward, then discard it after use. See the complete removal direction.

The Hydrocolloid Pimple Patch ingredients are Polyisobutene, Cellulose Gum, Salicylic Acid, Phytosphingosine, Allantoin, Panthenol, and Niacinamide. It contains less than 0.5% Salicylic Acid for cosmetic purposes only and is not intended to treat, prevent, or cure acne or any other medical condition. View the current product ingredient list.

A patch physically covers the spot, which can help keep fingers off it while worn, but it does not treat acne. Read how hydrocolloid patches work and where their limits are.

A microdart patch has fine dissolving points on its skin-facing side. The cosmetic CLERIVY Microdart Spot Patch has 16 microdarts per patch and is intended for an early bump you can feel before it surfaces. View the Microdart Spot Patch facts.

The 6-count kit includes 6 patches and 6 Blemish Clearing Pads; the 12-count kit includes 12 and 12; the 18-count kit includes 18 patches and 12 pads. View current kit and pack details.

The Blemish Clearing Pad is the single-use prep pad included as step one of the two-step Microdart Spot Patch routine. Use it to wipe the target area, let the skin dry completely, and then apply the patch. It is not intended for sanitizing or antiseptic use. See the application routine.

Each CLERIVY Microdart Spot Patch contains 16 fine, dissolving microdarts. View the product facts.

The microdarts are on the skin-facing side of the patch, so they are not visible from the top while the patch is worn. The visible patch appears as a small, smooth disc. See the Microdart Spot Patch.

The microdarts are fine and pin-sized, but individual sensation can vary. Follow the package directions and remove the patch if discomfort or irritation continues. See the application routine.

No. The CLERIVY Microdart Spot Patch is a cosmetic product. It contains less than 0.5% Salicylic Acid for cosmetic purposes only and is not intended to treat, prevent, or cure acne or any other medical condition. View the product and category details.

Leave the Microdart Spot Patch on for at least 2 hours while the microdarts dissolve. For best results, leave it on overnight. See the complete two-step routine.

Apply it to clean, completely dry skin over a surfaced spot on healthy, intact skin. Choose 10 mm or 12 mm, wear it for 4–8 hours or until opaque, and peel it back along the skin. See the step-by-step direction.

Wipe the target area with the Blemish Clearing Pad, let the skin dry completely, then center the Microdart Spot Patch and press firmly for 10 seconds. Leave on for at least 2 hours while the microdarts dissolve. For best results, leave it on overnight. See the complete two-step direction.

Apply the patch first to clean, completely dry skin, then apply makeup around it rather than underneath it. Makeup or skincare residue under the adhesive can make the edges lift. See the complete patch routine.

Apply the patch before serum, moisturizer, facial oil, or makeup. Once it is secure, apply the rest of your routine around it rather than underneath it. See the complete skincare order.

Use the patches on your face, following the directions for the specific product. Apply only to clean, completely dry, healthy, intact skin. Do not use either cosmetic patch on open, wounded, or damaged skin. See the complete directions and cautions. Last updated: September 6, 2026.