“If a spot treatment isn’t enough to stop you, you might want to try a little hydrocolloid band aid as it’ll not only help to keep your hands off it, it’ll help to heal the area too,” Dr Lee recommends.

Rather than rocking up to your Zoom meeting with an obvious plaster on your cheek, look for a spot patch or acne sticker. Usually no larger than a 5p coin, these tiny patches help to protect the area and soothe even the angriest of spots. Plus, being hydrocolloid in nature, they are designed to draw the fluid out from the spot, which – in theory – speeds up the healing process.

The Stylist beauty team can personally vouch for Starface Hydrostars, £11.99. Not only are these tiny star-shaped stickers efficient spot protectors, they make you smile every time you catch sight of yourself in the mirror.

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