Introduction
Pores are holes in your skin that serve two critical functions such as allowing sweat and oil to escape from your skin thus lowering your body temperature thus also keeping your skin in good health. However not all people like pores as they may give you a very unsightly and unappealing look. The pores size is based on your genetics. However there are ways to reduce or shrink the size of the pores and make your skin flawless and more attractive so here we discuss those tips which can help you achieve your goal.
1. Clean your skin on a regular basis
It’s important that you use a gentle cleanser on a regular basis for a minimum of at least two times in a day. Over using cleanser can do more harm than good by irritating your skin so use it with caution. However make sure you check the label before you choose your product as it should match with your skin type for example if you have oily skin then make sure you choose a cleanser that is non-comodogenic and is oil free so that it does not clog the pores.
2. Avoid products that contain alcohol
Alcohol is very bad when it comes to your skin. It has the property of drying your skin out thus making it cracked and dehydrated and can also cause redness.
3. Moisturize daily
The advantage of moisturizing your skin is that when you do your skin produces less oil and sebum thus compensating for dryness. Choose a moisturizer that is free from oil so that it does not exacerbate the problem, another plus point is that when a moisturizer is used the oils no longer rise up to the surface of the skin but stay inside.
4. Use topical retinoids
Retinoids or in other words compounds made from vitamin A are one of the most used medicines for the treatment of acne as well as for wrinkles. They not only shed dead skin or exfoliate thus revealing fresh layer of skin but also make skin more soft and supple by increasing the synthesis of collagen. You can start using over the counter available retinoids and if they fail then can switch over to prescription ones given by a board certified dermatologist.
5. Go for essential oils
Essential oils have shown to have anti-bacterial properties along with anti-inflammatory properties such as clove or cinnamon bark oil .They also provide the advantage of giving a balanced feel to your skin while also making it soft and supple and can also reduce the pore size. You can mix the oil with carrier oil such as coconut or jojoba before application and apply it for a few minutes before soaking it up with blotting paper.
6. Exfoilate your skin
Exfoliating your skin is very important as it helps to remove dead skin cells and excess oil along with sebum .There are many methods via which you can achieve this such as chemical peels. The most widely used among these are glycolic acid peel and salicylic acid peels. The category of peel to be used determines the overall effect i.e light peels are available over the counter but provide short lasting effect but medium and deep peels which can only by administered under the supervision of a board certified dermatologist give long lasting action as well as results
7. Use laser therapy
Lasers are also one of the attractive options out there in case of shrinking pores and cleaning of your skin such as charcoal laser treatment. The laser light has the ability to shed the upper layers of the skin in combination with a chemical ingredient thus unclogging the pores. They also help with collagen and elastin production thus giving your skin more firm and tight feel thus eliminating sagging. Lasers also provide much better results than over the counter treatments.
Conclusion
Big or small pores can be a hindrance towards a clean and attractive skin. A variety of treatment options from skin care regime at your home to professional treatments such as laser and chemical peels are there for your rescue. If you want to know more about how to close pores permanently and more tips then you can contact our board certified dermatologist at Allure MedSpa.