Your skin is covered in pores. These tiny holes are everywhere; the skin of your face, arms, legs, and everywhere else on your body. Pores serve an important function. They allow sweat and oil to escape through your skin, cooling you off and keeping your skin healthy.
Pores are also the openings of hair follicles. Even though pores are important, some people dislike their appearance — especially on areas of the body where they appear more noticeable, like on the nose and forehead. And no matter how much you would want to get rid of them, you cannot “erase” or “eliminate” your pores. However, there sure are ways which can reduce the appearance of your pores and make them look less noticeable.
Take a look at how you can take care of pores at home.
1. Cleansing
It goes without saying but cleansing your skin regularly is the key behind clean small pores. Over time, our skin gets exposed to pollution and sweat. These two are the most common causes behind clogged pores. Cleansing regularly can reduce the chances of dirt getting trapped on your skin. You can cleanse twice a day or once a day, but if you cleanse once a day, choose the nighttime. At the end of the day, your skin will have a buildup of dirt and/or makeup, and it’s critical to clean that all out before going to sleep.
2. Exfoliation
Skin exfoliation is a dreaded concept. However, when done correctly, it does more good than harm. Exfoliation means getting rid of the top layer of the dead skin cells. While this can be done manually with scrubs, using acids like AHA, BHA and PHA can do wonders for the pores. They help to gently get rid of the dead skin cells while removing impurities and minimizing the appearance of pores. AHA, BHA and PHA are the holy grails when it comes to taking care of the pores. The key is to start with low concentration and work your way up without compromising on your skin barrier.
3. Prime & SPF
Always remember to wear sunscreen to protect your skin from harmful UV rays. UV and pollution cause free radicals that break down the collagen and elastin in the skin, making the skin less tight and enlarged pores. Primers that contain SPF are a perfect solution since they multitask by smoothing over pores while also providing sun protection.
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4. Add Retinol To Your Routine
Not only does the vitamin A-based topical smooth wrinkles and brighten dark spots, but it also works to stop acne and shrink pores. Retinol’s magic results from its ability to increase your skin’s collagen production while simultaneously decreasing its oil production, which leads to smoother skin, fewer breakouts and blackheads, and tighter pores.
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5. Get Facials
While a home skincare routine can improve the quality of skin over time, going to a professional can do wonders for your skin. Facials are a great way to remove impurities and dead cell buildup from the skin. A chemical peel is an in-office treatment that will improve the appearance over time. The new generation of peels work under the surface of the skin and give you an instant glow without making your skin look worse before it looks better.
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