Fact checked by Nick Blackmer Toothpaste can irritate and dry out the skin, worsening acne. Triclosan in toothpaste is less effective than other acne treatments.Hydrocolloid patches absorb fluid and ...

Some things, like bad poetry, are best left behind in seventh grade. Yet for some reason, lots of us (myself included) still swear by a dab of toothpaste as a pimple treatment. Which begs the question ...

If you’re looking to banish blemishes quickly, here’s our curated edit of the best 13 acne spot treatments that actually work. It’s 2025, and if you’re still reaching for toothpaste or Sudocrem to ...