How to Use CLERIVY Patches

At the end of the day, the real question isn’t "Which patch is better?", it’s "When should you use each patch?"

When a breakout pops up, a patch is usually the first thing we reach for. Sometimes, you feel a subtle bump beneath your fingertips before it ever shows on the surface. Other times, the spot has already surfaced and is fully visible.

So, should you use the exact same patch for both situations?

At CLERIVY, we realized that different breakout stages require different types of care. That’s why we developed two distinct patch care systems: the Microdart Spot Patch, designed for targeted care on early-stage bumps, and the Hydrocolloid Pimple Patch, made to seamlessly cover and protect spots that have already surfaced.

We’ve all had those moments when a spot isn't visible yet, but you can definitely feel it beneath your skin.

The CLERIVY Microdart Spot Patch is engineered specifically for this early stage. Unlike standard flat patches, each patch features 16 ultra-fine, dissolving microdarts that adhere closely to deliver targeted, intensive care right where you need it.

These microdarts are formulated with high-performance ingredients, combining 7% Niacinamide, 3% Tranexamic Acid, and 2.7% Vitamin C Derivative (Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate) to visibly improve skin tone. Skin-conditioning ingredients like Panthenol, Madecassoside, and Zinc PCA are also blended into the formula to keep the skin balanced.

The Microdart Spot Patch uses a simple 3-step system designed to guide early spots through prep, targeted care, and skin tone management:

Once a breakout has fully surfaced, what you need from a patch changes.

The CLERIVY Hydrocolloid Pimple Patch uses hydrocolloid material to seamlessly cover the area. The main job of a hydrocolloid patch is to shield the spot, protect it from outside irritation, and absorb excess fluid.

However, we wanted to go beyond basic hydrocolloid—we focused on how naturally the patch wears throughout your day. Engineered with an ultra-slim 100μm thickness and a low-haze material, it blends effortlessly into your skin. Its thin, flexible design moves naturally with your facial expressions, while the tapered edges stay virtually invisible.

*Haze refers to how cloudy or opaque a material looks. Using a low-haze material allows the patch to blend naturally against your skin tone.

Designed for transparency, strong adhesion, and absorption, it offers seamless coverage whether you’re at work, school, or out for the day. Plus, it’s formulated with 0.49% Salicylic Acid alongside skin-loving ingredients like Phytosphingosine, Panthenol, and Allantoin.

Neither the Microdart Spot Patch nor the Hydrocolloid Pimple Patch is "better" than the other—they are simply made for different stages of a spot.

Microdart Spot Patch → · Hydrocolloid Pimple Patch →

Last updated: August 20, 2026 · Written by the CLERIVY team based on on-pack information and product documentation.