Abstract: Cosmetic products and methods of performing skin treatments are disclosed. The products and methods are especially suitable for removing keratotic plugs from the pores of skin. The cosmetic products are based on formulations including non-ionic, film-forming, solvent-activatable polymers as major active ingredients. Especially preferred formulations include N-vinyl formamide as in poly(N-vinyl formamide) as a major active ingredient. In some cases, the formulations are coated onto a backing material to form a patch in order to increase the utility and ease of use of the products. The products are used to remove keratotic plugs by applying the product to the skin, allowing the product to dry, and peeling the product from the skin. Also disclosed is a method for producing the preferred articles provided by the invention.