What to do with large facial pores?

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On beauty experience-sharing forums and social networking sites, we can easily come across questions like "What to do with large pores?", "What to do with dry skin with large pores?" ?”... The article offers 8 solutions to help us improve our skin, especially the condition of large pores.

1. Causes of large facial pores

Pores are small openings in the skin that secrete oil and sweat. They also have links to your hair follicles.
If our pores appear to be larger, it could be due to:
Acne Increased sebum production Sun damage Using cosmetics with ingredients that won't clog pores

2. What to do with large pores? - Top 8 solutions to help tighten pores

2.1. Evaluating Your Skin Care Products It may be time to change up the skin care products you use on a regular basis.
If you are using any products designed to clear excess sebum and acne and feel your pores are becoming more visible, you need to consider removing them. Short-term use of these products is fine, but they can actually irritate your skin with long-term use.
These products rely on active ingredients like salicylic acid to remove the top stratum corneum of your skin. This creates a drying effect on the skin, resulting in your pores looking smaller. But if your skin becomes too dry, your sebaceous glands will increase sebum production to replenish lost moisture. This makes our skin even more oily.
To avoid the above, we should only use the following products for a few weeks or at a certain time:
Astringent Exfoliating Deep Cleansing Exfoliating Oil Mask Also make sure to Make sure all your products are non-irritating, usually water-based. Products with allergens, or oil-based, should be especially limited if you have oily skin. Too much oil can lead to enlarged pores.
2.2. The best facial cleansers are those that help remove dirt and excess oil without stripping your skin of essential moisture. For large pores associated with oily skin, a gel cleanser is recommended. Normal to dry skin will suit cream cleansers.

Regardless of your skin type, cleansers that contain soap or detergent should be avoided. These substances can make our pores look bigger.
However, even the best cleansers are useless if they are not used correctly. Make sure we have done all the steps according to the following procedure:
Use warm water (not hot, not cold) to wet your face. Massage the cleanser in circles on your face and neck for at least 30 to 60 seconds. Rinse and pat skin dry. (Do not rub!) Repeat this process every morning and evening to balance skin and keep pores healthy.
2.3. Exfoliate with AHA or BHA The American Academy of Dermatology recommends exfoliating only 1-2 times per week. Exfoliation helps remove excess flakes that can clog your pores without over-rubbing. If you are suffering from acne, skip the exfoliation step to avoid irritating pimples.
If possible, choose an exfoliant with alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) or beta-hydroxy acid (BHA). BHA is also known as salicylic acid and should not be used if you are allergic to aspirin. While both ingredients can maximize your exfoliating benefits, BHAs can also penetrate deep into pores to treat breakouts.
2.4. Moisturizing to balance moisture One of the quite common mistakes of people with oily skin is skipping the moisturizing step for fear that it will make the skin produce more oil. The moisturizer actually helps your natural sebum penetrate into the deeper layers of your skin. This not only helps reduce shine, but also effectively nourishes the skin. Without enough moisture, your skin can produce more oil. If you suffer from large pores, it is advisable to choose a lightweight, water-based moisturizer.

2.5. Use a clay mask A clay mask can help remove oil, dirt, and dead skin deep within pores, making them look smaller. You can use a clay mask once or twice per week, but don't use it on the days you exfoliate. Using a clay mask and scrub on the same day can irritate the skin and increase the risk of irritation.
2.6. Apply sunscreen every day Everyone should use sunscreen, so don't be lazy to use sunscreen because of oily skin. Sun damage not only increases the risk of cancer and long-term wrinkles, but it can also dry out skin and make pores appear larger.
Use products with SPF of 30 or higher and should be applied at least 15 minutes before going outside. We can also choose moisturizer and foundation products that have SPF in them.
2.7. Do not sleep with makeup Dozing off with makeup will harm your skin. When left on overnight, cosmetics can combine with excess oil, dirt, and bacteria left over from the day and clog your pores. This can make pores look bigger the next day when you wake up.
That's why it's so important to wash off your makeup in the evening, no matter how tired you are or how late you get home. For maximum makeup removal, you should use makeup remover products before washing your face.
2.8. Drink enough water In addition to using the right products, drinking enough water is also beneficial for your pores and overall skin health. Specifically, water helps:
Moisturises the inside of the skin Removes toxins from the pores Improves overall skin A general rule of thumb is to drink at least eight glasses of water or other liquids each day. If we feel we can't drink a lot of filtered water, we can drink orange and lemon flavored juices or eat water-rich fruits such as cucumbers, watermelons...

Hope the above information has provided you with more options and answers on what to do with large facial pores. Wish you always have a scientific diet and improve your work productivity and improve your life.

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