Silicone patches for acne and anti-ageing are viral. But do they work?

Silicone patches work by locking in moisture retention which can help address various skincare concerns. Who doesn’t want clear and glowing skin?

- Generative Al by Neha Gupta/India Today

In fact, the entire 374-billion-dollar makeup and skincare industry often centres its marketing efforts around one primary goal: helping consumers achieve clear skin. However, this goal is often obstructed by hurdles like acne, pores and wrinkles. To tackle these issues, social media is brimming with tips, tricks, hacks and products promising to help you achieve your skincare goals (though keeping track of them all is no easy feat). The latest trend making waves on social media is silicone patches - an old dermatologist-recommended product now being hailed for its 'potential benefits'.