Pimple patches have hidden our blemishes for hundreds of years—historian explains‎

You may have noticed people out and about with little stickers on their faces. Perhaps you've seen moons, stars, clouds or even smiley faces adorning people's cheeks and chins. Maybe you wear them yourself. While some people do wear them as accessories, these colorful stickers are medicated "pimple patches," designed to treat spots or acne.