Common problems of both men and women are those stubborn dilated pores. Nasty as it may seem, but the reality is that these pores are not related to any particular issue. However, it gives a non-aesthetic image. And it also makes our skin susceptible to catch dust leading to infections like acne.
We can find millions of pores anywhere in our body. Pores are the part of the skin that connect with the exterior and help us release foreign substances and toxins. It also helps us take the nutrients onto our skin. They are also related to the regulation of skin temperature and hydration of the skin, the hairs, and sebum glands.
Pores are not the same as sweat glands but can be clogged If you don’t clean the sweat out of your skin for a long period.
Some of the factors that cause dilated pores
- Warm weather
- Oily skin
- Intense exercise
- Genetic
Recommendations
- Exfoliate your skin twice a week
- Clean your face in the morning and evening: always remember to wash your face and remove all the makeup.
- Use sunscreen: UV rays will accelerate the aging process and will make your pores look larger than they are.
- Choose products like glycolic acid, salicylic acid, or retinoids: oily skin is closely related to enlarged pores, use this kind of product to remove part of the oil. If your skin feels dry, you can choose products with similar pH to your skin.
Treatments that improve the appearance of pores
- Facial cleansing: choose the right products for your skin type and don’t forget to do it in the morning and evening before sleep.
- Microneedling is a type of mechanical exfoliation that uses a special tool with a diamond tip to exfoliate combined with suction. This is amazing to remove fine lines, pigmentations, acne scarring, and enlarged pores.
- Fractional laser
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