Review by Patricia Foote
Cold sores can be uncomfortable as well as unsightly. Pat, our reviewer put Herpatch cold sore serum to the test
Description of product: A serum to be applied when you feel a cold sore forming. It is a whit cream that creates an invisible film over the cold sore.
What are the active ingredients? Active oxygen therapy with zinc
How is it used? How often? Every three to four hours as required. I started to apply as soon as I felt that a cold sore was about to come on.
How easy is it to use? very
Did you notice a difference? How soon did you start to see a difference? Immediately. Initially I felt a burning’ sensation – this quickly passed- at least I was reassured that Herpatch was doing something! The cold sore didn’t ‘break out’ so I was extremely pleased …and relieved.
What did you like about this product? Ease of use
What did you dislike about it? nothing
How does it compare to other similar products, or the product you normally use? Best product used so far…and I have tried various over the years.
Would you buy again? Yes
Would you buy other products in the range? Yes
Would you recommend to a friend? Yes
General comments: best product used so far after a history of cold sore problems
Does it have the ‘fab’ factor – marks out of 5….5
Price: £7.99 from Boots.com
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