Help Shrink Your Pores with These Fab Tips ...

Your pores are those tiny little holes on your skin that sometimes look huge and sometimes don’t. While the actual size of your pores doesn’t really change, they can be stretched. That means you can make them look smaller. This advice should help you get the smooth, flawless skin you want and can also keep pores clear of bacteria that can lead to pimples. Try these easy things to make your pores smaller and you’ll love what you see when you look in the mirror.

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1. Don’t Skimp on Your Face Washing Routine

face, hair, eyebrow, person, beauty, I know how tempting it can be to skip a face wash, but if you get into the habit of not sudsing up, you are setting yourself up for enlarged pores and bad skin. Experts recommend washing at least once a day. However, if you have oily skin, you may benefit from washing morning and night. Either way, you have to be sure you wash your face before you go to bed every single day.

2. Use Skin Products That Contain Retinol

hair, human hair color, face, eyebrow, blond, Retinol is a magical little ingredient that helps clear pores, making them smaller and less noticeable. You can find retinols in facial cleansers and creams so you should be able to find something that works for you. If you have skin issues, such as sensitivity or eczema, talk to your dermatologist before using retinols.

3. Add Exfoliation to Your Skincare Routine

face, facial expression, people, person, nose, Exfoliating your skin clears out the pores, helping them look smaller. Experts recommend using a manual scrub at home once a week or so. Then try a chemical exfoliation every so often at the salon to get those pores really cleared out. Be sure you exfoliate gently so that you don’t damage your skin in the process.

4. Apply Sunscreen before You Leave the House Each Day

hair, photograph, person, clothing, image, When you don’t wear sunscreen, your skin is exposed to free radicals that can cause damage. When your skin has to work to counteract this damage, you may notice that your pores stretch and look larger. By protecting your facial skin with daily sunscreen application, you can keep those pores tight and small all the time.

5. Wash Sweat off Your Face after a Workout

hair, blond, brown hair, hairstyle, beauty, Getting in a sweaty workout is vitally important for your health and weight, but forgetting to wash the sweat away can lead to clogged pores that look larger than they are. If you can’t get a shower, use moist facial cleansing wipes to clear away the sweat and leave your pores fresh and clean.

6. Try a Steam Treatment to Close Pores

clothing, face, bridal accessory, cap, head, A steam treatment opens up your pores, which allows you to clean them out and then allow them to close up and look smaller. Fill a bowl with hot steaming water and hover your face over the bowl, covering your head with a towel to keep the steam on your face. After about 10 minutes of steaming, rinse your face with cool water to close the pores back up and finish off with a moisturizer.

7. Make Yourself an Appointment at the Salon

human action, face, hair, eyebrow, person, Head to your favorite salon and have microdermabrasion done. This treatment gently sloughs the top layers of skin off your face, leaving behind small, closed off pores that give you the smooth complexion you have been wanting. Laser resurfacing and a chemical peel can also help you get the results you want.

8. Pore Cleansing Strips

These strips are a must to get rid of stubborn blackheads on your nose or chin. After washing your face at night, simply apply a pore strip every other week, or once a month to reduce the size of pores.

9. Humidifier

Getting a humidifier will increase moisture in the air as well as moisture on your skin for a dewy, pore-free look. Place in your bedroom and turn it on at night to wake up with glowing skin.

10. Salicyclic Acid

This ingredient is best for penetrating the pore lining too keep them clean. It smooths skin without causing irritation, reduces acne, and gets rid of impurities. Apply morning and night for fast results.

Have you ever done any of these things for your pores? What else would you add to the list?

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Developing a solid face routine has improved my pore size, oil, and acne.

I might try the steaming idea or the ACV mentioned there @Sherz19 thanks!

Apple cider vinegar also does wonders for your skin. You can dilute it in some water and dab some on a facial cotton and apply it to your skin after a clean wash. ACV is especially good if you have oily skin. You will see results in at least 2 days.