Reduce Big Pores: Easy Solutions for the Causes | SkinQ

Pores on the skin are a very normal and healthy phenomenon. Their existence on our skin actually keeps the skin healthy. It is unrealistic to think that we can achieve poreless skin because it is very natural to have pores through which your skin breathes. 

Large Pores, however, are of concern because they may be a consequence of oily skin and rejected skin health. Having large pores may hamper the appearance of the face, which may reduce confidence in public appearance. If any skin concern is known to be strenuous to treat, it is the large pores. 

To make things easier for your skin concern, we have brought expert recommendations and tips from our in-house dermatologist, to serve the best skin health for you. A series of causes leading to open pores and product recommendations by our experts are discussed below. 

Reasons for Large Pores 

Like any other skin and body-related concern, enlarged pores can also be genetic. If it has prevailed in the family, chances are your skin might have adopted it from your parents. Nevertheless, it is not very difficult to alter a large percentage of your genes. Enlarged Pores wouldn’t show up on pre-mature and young skin. Thus it is important to guard the skin as early as possible, to restrict them from showing up on the skin.

Sun Damage is a parent cause of numerous skin issues you might be facing. Large Pores are one of them. With Large Pores, the skin tends to sag and look beaten up. This is because the skin has lost its elasticity due to sun exposure and the damage that has followed. Sun rays make the skin very vulnerable, making them dehydrated and depleted of collagen. All of these skin conditions then lead to bigger-looking pores and aged-appearing skin. 

Excessive oil secretion is highly responsible for enlarged pores and becomes a breeding ground for bacteria, which might activate acne and breakouts later, worsening the appearance of the pores. Those with oily skin, have a sebaceous filament. These filaments may fill the sebum plug, resulting in expanded pores. 

   Similar to sun damage, the decrement of collagen in the skin takes place and intensifies the condition of large pores. As we age, our collagen production decreases, which causes the skin to sag and the appearance of large pores to become more prominent. Our skin functions like a pillow where the pores sink deeper into the skin, worsening it. 

Expert Treatment for Large Pores

For porous skin, it is important to use active ingredients infused clay masks. These clay masks soothe the skin, tighten the pores, and the active ingredients penetrate deeper into the skin. 

Experts suggest that clay masks absorb more oil and help in extracting sebaceous filament. Clays like Kaolin clay helps draw the oil efficiently. With this, active ingredients such as Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide combat oiliness further leading to minimizing the pores. Clay-based mask from SkinQ- Oil Control Mask, is infused with Niacinamide, Mandelic Acid, Saw Palmetto and Zinc PCA. Niacinamide minimizes pores, while Saw Palmetto controls the production of oil. Mandelic Acid in the mask exfoliates and unclogs pores and Zinc PCA, fights and controls breakouts.

Serums are designed to sponge up the skin with their potent nature. The right serum with the right active ingredient is a holy grail for those suffering from enlarged pores. Serums work perfectly for this skin concern, as their nature targets the skin concern, and treating it from within the layers is what the skin needs. 

To begin with, Niacinamide serums should be incorporated into your skincare routine if large pores are your skin concern. Niacinamide regulates sebum, refines pores, and helps diminish its appearance. With its hydrating properties, it helps the skin balance out its pH level. Improving overall health is the key to treating a skin concern as stubborn as large pores.  SkinQ’s Oil and Acne Control Elixir is a rare find that works wonders for large pores. Niacinamide in this serum reduces acne breakouts. Apart from that, it has Salicylic Acid, which helps dissolve skin debris and minimizes the appearance of enlarged pores. 

Since large pores are prone to getting their sebum plugs filled with dirt and oil, using non-comedogenic skincare products is advised. Non-comedogenic products are those which do not clog the pores further. Filling up those enlarged pores with products that might clog your pores is a skin hazard, hence one needs to check labels before experimenting with skin. 

SkinQ’s Moisture Balm, is a dermatologist-formulated moisturizer, infused with active ingredients like Hyaluronic acid, Ceramides, Sodium Hyaluronate,  Niacinamide and Vitamin E. This moisturizer improves the natural skin barrier, brightens the skin, provides intense hydration, and most importantly doesn’t clog pores.

Previously we discussed the problems associated with exposing yourself heavily to the sun, without applying sunscreen. For those suffering from large pores, a broad-spectrum sunscreen is a must-have. Genetic mutation and skin damage occur because of the UV rays, thus prevention of it is only possible with a sunscreen of at least SPF 30, say the dermatologists. 

Choosing a sunscreen that is non-comedogenic, non-greasy and of gel texture, is important for enlarged pores. Formulated by Dr. Chytra V Anand, an Internationally renowned Celebrity Cosmetic Dermatologist, and Indian Beauty Guru, SkinQ’s Sun Protect Ultra Light Gel is par excellence. The sunscreen has a SPF of 40 PA++++, with inbuilt vitamin C. Vitamin C is a collagen-producing active ingredient, responsible for improved cell turnover. For those with enlarged pores, vitamin C helps repairs the skin which in turn improves the appearance of the pores. 

Enlarged Pores are destined to have a loss of collagen and elasticity, which is what gives the skin that droopy look. Thus including serums that help in improving skin elasticity and the production of collagen will in turn reduce the appearance of large pores. 

Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin C, Ginseng, and Aloevera Gel are a few ingredients that help in improving skin’s elasticity by improving collagen production. Hyaluronic Acid is a great fit to include in the skincare routine, however we recommend Vitamin C for it serves dual benefit to the skin. Vitamin C serum is a versatile serum, used for collagen production and added protection against the sun. Vitamin C is also very handy when it comes to improving skin elasticity and producing collagen. To recommend the best vitamin C, which not only protects and increases collagen but also hydrates the skin, try SkinQ’s 15% Vitamin C Glow Serum.The serum is formulated with Sodium Hyaluronate, which prevents drying out of the skin and imparts hydration. 

Overview 

Enlarged Pores are one skin condition that needs critical care of the skin from within and topically. As discussed there are several reasons for large pores to show up on your face. Recognizing what is causing your open pores and following a suitable skincare routine will provide significant results.