33 ways to narrow your pores on your face

The journalists conducted a survey among girls and women and found out whether there are any other problems with the skin of the face almost every representative of the fairer sex. Enlarged pores are a disorder, along with acne and comedones, which mainly worries those with combination or oily skin types.

You can narrow the pores on the face, but you need to use an integrated approach – to be examined by a cosmetologist or dermatologist; wash your face in the morning and before bedtime, use special products (narrowing tonics); scrub your face several times a week. After consulting with experts, we have compiled a list of methods, methods, recommendations so that our readers can narrow the pores on the face and get a productive, prolonged result.

For what reason there are enlarged pores on the face

Pores – ducts of the sebaceous glands, secrete sebum, which is also called sebum. This oily substance is produced by the body so that the epidermis does not dry out, 'breathes'. If, for some reason, the production of sebum is increased, the pores with a normal mode of operation simply cannot cope with the excess of fat. Part of it is removed, but part remains in the ducts, clogging and expanding them.

Moreover, from the outside, the ducts can be clogged with unpeeled particles of the stratum corneum. Indeed, with increased fat content, the ability of the epidermis to naturally renew and restore is reduced. As a result, pores become very visible, oily sheen, blackheads (comedones, sebaceous plugs) and blackheads appear. The most noticeable is a cosmetic defect on the T-zone, that is, on the forehead, nose, chin, and less often on the cheeks.

Before figuring out how to narrow pores on your face, you need to understand why such a problem may arise. Knowing which factors contribute to increased fat production and enlargement of pores, you can try to eliminate them or at least reduce the degree of negative impact. In this way, the pores can be narrowed and this cosmetic defect can be prevented from recurring.

Our journalists interviewed leading cosmetologists, dermatologists and found out what can contribute to the emergence of a beauty problem:

1. Changes in hormonal levels. Excessive sebum production can be associated with hormonal changes during adolescence, pregnancy and lactation, and menopause.

2. Lack of skin care, regular and thorough cleaning.

3. Low-quality, 'heavy' decorative cosmetics.

4. Heredity.

5. Improper diet, consumption of large amounts of fried and fatty, spicy foods, sweet and carbonated drinks.

6. Diseases of the digestive system. Often, problems with the gastrointestinal tract and other internal organs involved in the digestion of food negatively affect the state of the epidermis.

7. Poor environmental situation.

8. Intoxication of the body due to postponed or chronic infectious and inflammatory diseases.

9. Bad habits – smoking, frequent consumption of alcoholic beverages.

10. Frequent exposure to the sun, in the solarium. Under the influence of UV rays, the skin of the face triggers natural defense processes. The stratum corneum thickens, and the ducts of the sebaceous glands expand simply because it becomes increasingly difficult for them to get rid of the remnants of secretions and impurities.

11. Age factor, decreased collagen production. Sooner or later, a person begins to feel the effects of aging. After 40-45 years, the natural synthesis of collagen, which makes the skin elastic and elastic, decreases. The skin, including on the face, becomes loose, stretched, and the pores expand.

12. Taking some medications, for example, hormonal.

13. Constant stress, metabolic disorders, reduced immunity.

If the reason for the enlarged pores is internal, that is, in this or that deviation in the work of the body, you can contact a therapist. And then to a narrow specialist – endocrinologist, gastroenterologist, dermatologist. If the cause of the problem is the negative impact of external factors, then they need to be eliminated, if possible, using an integrated approach. That is, to change the diet, less often to be in the open sun, it is better to take care of the skin, quit smoking, etc.

How to tighten pores on your face yourself

In order to narrow the pores on the face, there are methods used in traditional medicine:

1. Cucumber juice, cornmeal, mixed until thick sour cream. The product is applied for 15 minutes and then washed off with warm water. The effect is to narrow the pores and normalize the texture of the skin of the face.

2. Tomato juice with pulp. The procedure requires one standard-sized vegetable. It can be scrolled in a meat grinder or chopped with a blender. The product is applied to the face for 15 or 20 minutes. This time is enough for the natural acids and potassium contained in the tomato to start the pore tightening process.

3. Cosmetic ice (cubes of frozen infusion or decoction of medicinal herbs, mineral water with the addition of lemon juice). There is a double effect here. First, the epidermis receives vitamin and mineral support from natural ingredients contained in frozen water. Secondly, the very effect of ice is beneficial. The pores are narrowed, the production of fat decreases, the tone rises, and the lifting effect occurs. The procedure is recommended to be carried out in the morning.

4. A natural honey and sugar scrub made from these ingredients in a 1: 1 ratio. To enhance the effect, you can add a few teaspoons of lemon juice to the mixture. The method of application is simple – cleansing the face using standard cleansers; soft massage using a prepared scrub; washing off the product from the face; applying a moisturizer.

5. Freshly squeezed aloe vera juice. You need to rub a clean face with juice. Better yet, make a mask from the crushed leaves of this plant. The effect is to moisturize the skin, narrow pores, cleanse and nourish the epidermis at a deep level.

6. Cosmetic clay (white, green, blue, black), which is an excellent absorbent. Clay can be bought at any pharmacy. This mask will help normalize sebum secretion, cleanse, whiten the epidermis. If you do clay masks 2-3 times a week, the skin will look fresh and radiant, and the pores will noticeably narrow. The main thing is not to leave the clay until it dries completely. As soon as the first sensations of tightness arise, the drug is washed off.

7. Soda (2 parts) mixed with water (2 parts) – a paste is obtained that has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory properties, eliminates dead skin cells and impurities that clog the skin. It also treats acne and helps to narrow the pores on the face. You need to apply the paste with light circular movements, leave for 1-2 minutes. Then rinse your face with cool water.

8. Mask made from egg whites, oatmeal and lemon juice. We take these components in a ratio of 1 pc. / 2 tablespoons / 2 tablespoons, create a homogeneous mass. The product is applied for 30 minutes, after which it is washed off with cold or lukewarm (not hot) water. The procedure should be done about 2 times a week.

9. Orange mask – chop the pulp of the fruit, apply to the problem area and wait 15-20 minutes, then rinse the pulp.

10. Potato mask – peel and grate potatoes, add egg white and a little flour, apply the mixture to your face. Wash off after 10 minutes.

11. Parsley, chopped to the state of gruel + yogurt, kefir = mushy substance for the mask. It is necessary to apply the gruel for 15-20 minutes, after which it can be washed off with cool water. Effect – regulation of sebum secretion, astringent action, cleansing pores from dirt, narrowing pores, removing toxins from the epidermis.

12. Lemon juice – not only tightens, but also unclogs pores, is an excellent natural remedy for acne. To make a mask, you need lemon juice and cream, mixed in a 1: 1 ratio. The product is applied to the entire face or only to problem areas for 20 minutes. After that, it is washed off by rinsing your face with cool water.

Traditional medicine is not the only ally in the fight against enlarged pores and other similar problems. On the market of cosmetic products there is a wide range of 'care' cosmetics, which are developed by domestic and foreign companies specifically to solve the problem of enlarged pores. And also for cleansing, toning, moisturizing, nourishing and protecting the skin. General improvement of the epidermis will help to normalize the sebaceous glands and prolong the youthfulness of the skin.

Cleansing drugs will help narrow the openings of the excretory ducts

Cleansing products based on salicylic, glycolic acid, lipohydroxy acid, a complex of plant extracts, thermal water, glycerin are very effective in the fight against enlarged pores on the face. These are products of famous brands Garnier, Vichy, La Roche-Posay, Cream Dream, Mambino, Shiseido.

Intended effect:

1. Reducing the number of comedones, acne.

2. Freeing pores from dead cells, dirt particles, cosmetics.

3. Noticeable narrowing of the pores.

4. Increasing tone, leveling, smoothing the skin.

Cleansing, and any other preparations, must be applied carefully, trying not to stretch the skin. Active rubbing of the epidermis helps to enlarge the pores.

Toners and serums for oily skin care

These drugs are made mainly from the following components:

1. Salicylic, dioic, capryloyl-salicylic, glycolic, citric acids.

2. Zinc and a complex of moisturizing ingredients.

The result that can be achieved is stabilization of sebum production, narrowing of pores, matting, elimination of oily sheen, moisturizing the skin of the face.

Scrubs and peels to effectively tighten pores on the face

Small abrasive particles that are part of modern scrubs perfectly remove not only keratinized cells of the epidermis, but also accumulations of sebum, pollution. As a result, the skin of the face is smoothed, the pores become narrower and less visible. Exfoliants, active exfoliating acids, extracts from medicinal plants will open the pores, allow them to breathe and stabilize metabolic processes.

Such scrubs and peels are very popular – Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate from Kiehl's; Energie De Vie by Lancom. And also a peeling mask from Caudalie.

Masks, including deep impact

Home masks can help tighten the pores on your face if they have a tightening and moisturizing effect. This, for example, SkinBest Wonder Mud from Biotherm; mask from Shiseido.

The composition of such drugs may include the following ingredients:

1. Clay, including several of its types – kaolin, ghassul, montmorillonite.

2. Zinc and Selenium.

3. Extracts of medicinal plants, for example, extract from eucalyptus.

4. Thermal water.

5. The effect of using face masks should be as follows – cleansing, drawing in, narrowing the pores; elimination of oily sheen; improvement of complexion.

Creams, serums, lotions, the use of which will narrow the openings of the excretory ducts

In order to narrow the pores on the face, dermatologists and cosmetologists recommend using creams based on hydroxy acids. Such a remedy can contain salicylic, lactic or glycolic, hyaluronic acid. The use of a retinol cream will help to strengthen and accelerate the renewal of the upper cell layer of the epidermis. The pores will appear smaller due to the reduced sebum production and also the fresher complexion.

1. The composition of lotions and similar preparations can be varied. But experts recommend paying attention to those that include:

2. Fruit acids.

3. Oils, extracts, extracts of medicinal plants – black currant, primrose, borage.

4. The astringent components are extracts from calamus, willow, birch, laurel, myrtle, eucalyptus or sage.

How to shrink facial pores in a salon

In cosmetology clinics and salons, you can go through a variety of procedures that will help narrow the pores on the face and improve the epidermis. The cheapest are non-invasive methods, for example, cosmetic masks. Injection, laser, ultrasound therapy will cost more. But the effect will also be more pronounced and persistent.

Facial peeling

The salon may offer you several exfoliation methods to narrow the pores on your face:

1. Peeling with chemicals. For this, lactic, fruit acids are used. You can do retinoic, glycolic peels.

2. Mechanical pilling. Special creams, scrubs, gommages, brosage, vacuum apparatus, microdermabrasion are used.

3. Application of laser and ultrasonic technologies.

The peeling procedure takes place in several stages. First, the surface to be treated is cleaned of dirt and makeup. Local anesthesia is performed at the patient's request. Then it all depends on what method is used – either a chemical preparation is applied and rubbed in, or a laser / ultrasound is applied. At the very end, an antiseptic and soothing preparation is applied to the skin.

The advantages of the procedure are relative painlessness (complete if anesthesia is used), there are practically no age restrictions (can be done from 14 to 60+ years). And also efficiency – modern technologies used in cosmetology allow you to start collagen synthesis, make the skin more dense, and the pores are so narrow that they will be completely invisible under minimal makeup.

Disadvantages of face exfoliation in order to tighten pores are expensive. In leading clinics, the procedure will cost 3000-4500 rubles. In this case, you will need to undergo a course of 6-8 procedures, each of which is carried out once a week.

In inexpensive clinics, peeling will be made cheaper, but there is no certainty that modern safe drugs, specialized equipment are used there, and cosmetologists of the appropriate qualifications are working (there is a risk of infection and complications).

Cryotherapy can help narrow pores on your face

The procedure uses liquid nitrogen. This drug helps to instantly tighten the enlarged pores. In order for the effect to be prolonged, a course of treatment will be required, which consists of 15-20 cryotherapy sessions.

Cosmetology masks

Salons often suggest making a mask to narrow the pores. The advantages of such procedures are improvement of the skin, non-invasiveness, painlessness, and comfort during the procedure.

Lack of masks to narrow pores – to achieve a lasting effect, it may be necessary to carry out several procedures (take a course). That is, you will need to regularly visit the clinic, which is not always convenient due to employment (work, study).

Darsonvalization

Darsonvalization of the facial skin is a method of treatment based on the effect of an impulse current. It does not hurt, the course of therapy will not only narrow the enlarged pores, but also improve the general condition of the epidermis. The main effect of darsonvalization is the elimination of toxins, rejuvenation, normalization of the function of the sebaceous glands.

Biorevitalization, mesotherapy, bioreparation

Facial skin biorevitalization (laser, injection) is a modern method that eliminates the problem of enlarged pores after the first procedure.

With laser biorevitalization, first the action of the laser occurs, and then the application of the drug based on hyaluronic acid.

In the second case, the beautician makes injections of biosynthesized hyaluronic acid along the massage lines of the face. The effectiveness of the methods is almost the same, the result can be assessed within 1-2 days after the procedure. In order to obtain a lasting result (for 3-9 months), you will need to undergo a course of therapy (3 or 4 sessions).

Biorevitalization is suitable for patients over 35 years of age. For younger people, injection mesotherapy is recommended. It is a little more expensive, but the principle of operation is the same. The main difference between biorevitalization and mesotherapy is that in the second case, during the procedure, the needle is inserted into the skin to a shallower depth, which avoids the occurrence of swelling. But the recommended number of sessions is from 5 to 10, since the condition of the skin is stabilized relatively slowly. The effect after a course of mesotherapy lasts from 6 to 12 months.

Bioreparation is an advanced biorevitalization. The difference is that the composition of bioreparants includes not only hyaluronic acid, but also vitamins, amino acids, and other biologically active substances that are in greater concentration. The injected drug remains in the tissues of the face for about 3 weeks. All this time, it acts, gradually improving the condition of the skin. The effect lasts approximately 6 months.

How to visually hide enlarged pores – makeup tricks

It is clear that the problem with enlarged pores on the face needs to be solved radically, and not to mask a cosmetic defect. But what if you need to get the effect not tomorrow, not in 3 weeks, but here and now?

For example, a girl has already started solving a beauty problem, but there is no result yet. And you need to go on a date today. In this case, the advice that journalists received from professional makeup artists will help.

How to apply makeup to visually tighten pores? It is necessary to start applying cosmetics with a primer. This is a silicone-based foundation. It will help prevent tone from entering your pores, which can make the edges darker and therefore more visible. There are two types of primers:

1. Matting – their task is to prolong the durability of the makeup, not to let it 'float' during the day.

2. Illuminating – their task is to mask minor imperfections of the skin, to create a 'glow' effect from the inside. It is these funds that are needed in order to visually narrow the pores on the face.

3. The primer is applied to the face after moisturizing, but before foundation and powder. The effect is wonderful – the skin is smoothed, its surface becomes uniform. And foundation and powder on such a base will last until the end of the day.

Dermatologists and cosmetologists strongly advise against applying makeup with your fingers. Such actions can only aggravate the problem of enlarged pores. The fact is that microorganisms live and multiply on the skin of the hands and fingers. And it is very easy to bring bacteria into the pores when applying a primer or foundation with your fingers. An externally invisible inflammatory process will begin. To get rid of pathogenic microorganisms, the glands will begin to produce even more sebum, which will help expand the pores. Therefore, make-up should only be applied with brushes or sponges, which should be washed regularly with soap and water.

Enlarged pores on the face – prevention of the problem

The most reliable prevention method is to find out the possible root cause of the defect and act according to the situation. But whatever the triggering factor for the violation of the condition of the skin on the face, it is imperative to organize competent care.

Also, do not forget about the correct lifestyle, diet, drinking regimen (1.5-2 liters of clean water per day). Banal dehydration of the body contributes to the fact that the stratum corneum becomes dry, tightens more, and the pores look enlarged.

Advice from cosmetologists and dermatologists:

1. Hot water is the enemy for the skin of the face, so you always need to wash your face with lukewarm or cool water. It is advisable to minimize visits to the solarium, baths, saunas. It is recommended to use sunscreen before going outside at any time of the year.

2. Follow the daily sequence of facial skin care in the morning and evening – cleansing, moisturizing, applying cream.

3. During the cleaning process, you can use the Clarisonic ultrasound device. Thanks to the micro-vibrations of the villi of the apparatus, the skin is cleaned as efficiently and carefully as possible.

4. You cannot extrude black dots yourself. Thus, you injure the pore walls. Not only will they stretch even more, there will be swelling, and inflammation may begin. Such procedures must be carried out in the salon.

5. When applying makeup, try not to use shiny powder on the problem area. She will visually emphasize the smallest imperfections of the skin.

6. And the last advice from experts – choose cosmetics with a light, rather than dense texture, do not use gummy products that contain wax, oils, talc, alcohol and similar substances.

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