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When the pores are clogged, many people want to find a way to open the pores to remove the accumulated debris. However, contrary to what many people think, pores can't really be "opened". Instead, we should focus on beauty goals to unclog pores to help clean skin.
1. 4 common myths about opening pores
The pores on the face are connected to the sebaceous glands located below the hair follicles. These glands produce sebum, a natural, wax-like oil that helps keep the skin naturally moisturized. Depending on the skin type, the sebaceous glands can be overactive or underactive, resulting in oily or dry skin.
Sometimes a combination of oil, dirt, dead skin cells and bacteria can stick to the pore and cause it to clog.
To remove residue and unclog clogged pores, you must follow certain steps to get clean skin. However, there are still some myths about dilating pores, here are the 4 most common.
1.1. Your pores can "open"
Pores can enlarge with age, but in reality they are not capable of dilating and shrinking as many people mistakenly believe. Acne clogs pores making them appear to be closed, but in reality this has nothing to do with the actual size of the pore.
1.2. Squeezing acne will open up the pores.
In fact, steaming and squeezing acne can temporarily solve clogged pores, but if done incorrectly, it can enlarge the pores permanently. In addition, if you are suffering from cystic acne, you can unknowingly allow bacteria to spread under your skin and cause breakouts on other parts of your face.
1.3. You can "shrink" your pores with cold water
Many spas and beauty centers claim that you can use water or cold to close your pores. While this method has the advantage of soothing irritated skin, cold water (or even hot water) should not affect the size of your pores.
Có thể dùng nước hoặc hơi lạnh để đóng lỗ chân lông
1.4. You can open pores with baking soda
For oily and acne prone skin, baking soda seems to be the most effective ingredient for beauty. But its corrosive nature can affect the skin, especially sensitive skin. Your skin can dry out, produce more dead skin cells and cause more serious pore blockages.
2. How to dilate pores and clean skin properly
The first step to open pores is to clean the skin. Specifically, removing oil, dirt, makeup on the skin epidermis (top layer of the skin) to open pores. Here are suggested steps to clean the skin:
Choose the best cleanser for your skin type. Creamy cleansers will be quite suitable for dry or sensitive skin. For combination or oily skin, you can use a gel cleanser. Wet the face with warm water (not cold or not hot). Apply cleanser to the skin, hands massage for 1 minute in gentle circular motions, no need to rub. Rinse your face with warm water. Or you can also gently wipe away the foam with a warm washcloth for a cleaner feel. Gently pat face (don't rub) to dry faster. Once you have clear and clean facial skin, you can now take further steps to unclog your pores.
3. How to unclog pores after they open
After cleansing your face, you can use different methods to care for your skin and make your pores look more open. Here are some suggestions for you to consider:
3.1. Correct acne treatment
Whether your skin has blackheads, whiteheads or pustules, it's best to resist the urge to squeeze your acne. Instead, try to clear up acne in natural and safer ways. Example: Use a steamer to loosen clogged pores. You can also use a hot towel instead or stand in a hot steam bath for 10 minutes. Then apply a clay or activated charcoal mask to aid in a deeper clean.
Đắp mặt nạ đất sét hoặc than hoạt tính để hỗ trợ làm sạch sâu hơn
3.2. Reduce excess oil on the skin
If you have oily skin, your pores may appear larger due to the excess sebum secreted by the sebaceous glands. Unfortunately, this process is often genetic, so you don't necessarily have to look for ways to get rid of oily skin.
However, you can reduce excess oil so that pores look smaller. Clay masks will be extremely helpful in this case. Apply the clay mask for up to 15 minutes at a time and maintain it 2-3 times per week.
3.3. Exfoliate dead skin cells
Dead skin cells are a natural part of skin cell turnover as new cells are created underneath your skin. While new skin cells help keep your face looking healthy, the downside is that old cells can easily clog pores.
The best way to deal with this is to exfoliate weekly. Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA) will be suitable for oily skin. With chemical exfoliants, read all product labels carefully and discontinue use if any severe redness or irritation occurs.
3.4. Limit large pores
Pores can enlarge due to oil secretion, but it is also a natural part of skin aging process. Skin peels can help minimize age-related enlarged pores by removing the top layer of skin to create smoother, brighter skin.
You can also talk to your dermatologist about other methods, such as microdermabrasion or laser therapy. Once you have used one of the above methods to unclog pores, continue with your usual skin care steps, such as using a toner to balance the pH of your skin, using an anti-aging serum. . Then finish with a moisturizer suitable for your skin type. Skipping moisturizer for fear of clogging pores can cause more sebaceous glands to secrete. Also, every time you go out during the day, always apply sunscreen to protect your skin from premature aging and cancer.
Cleaning the pores can make them appear "shrink", but in reality the pore size is not changed. If home remedies and skin treatments don't work, you may need to talk to your dermatologist about more professional beauty solutions.
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Reference source: Healthline
