porous skin

Porous can be called the skin of any person, because everyone has pores. Moreover, they are about the same number. Size matters – so let’s talk about what to do if the pores are enlarged.

Characteristics of porous skin

Porous skin is called with enlarged pores. Sometimes you can hear a rather extreme folk definition of this problem – “orange peel on the face.” That’s what you don’t wish your enemy, given that the “orange peel” is usually diagnosed anywhere, but not on the face, and is called cellulite.

Manifestations

  • Uneven microrelief of the face.

  • Dullness of the skin.

  • Looseness of the skin.

  • General lethargy of the epidermis.

Localization

Most often, loose and porous skin becomes in the area:

  • the nose;

  • T-zones in general.

This “geography” is explained by the fact that the sebaceous ducts are most concentrated in the T-zone. But the whole face is also porous.

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Causes

What is the cause of such a problem as porous facial skin?

Physiological factors

  • Oily and very oily skin. Large pores are an attribute of dense skin. Obviously, the thicker the skin, the longer the mouths of the hair follicles and the more active the sebaceous glands that are attached to them. Due to the large volume of sebum produced, the sebaceous ducts and, accordingly, the pores become wider.

  • Acne. The abundance of large black dots and acne indicates clogged pores. Under the pressure of oxidized sebum, and then the waste products of bacteria, they become wider.

  • Hereditary predisposition. Pore ​​size, like skin type, is often genetically determined. Sometimes the pores become too wide, and the face is bumpy due to certain skin diseases (sebocyte hyperplasia, follicular hyperkeratosis, rosacea, etc.). This applies to both women and men.

  • Age. As skin ages, it loses elasticity, becomes more flabby, stretches, and pores become more visible.

  • Vitamin deficiency. The lack of vitamins A and C, as well as some trace elements, such as iron, negatively affects the condition of the skin. One of the manifestations of beriberi is enlarged pores.

  • General diseases. Malfunctions in the work of the gastrointestinal tract or the endocrine system also quite often have a negative impact on the condition of the skin, disrupting its normal functions. An increase in fat content or, on the contrary, excessive dryness (keratosis) of the epidermis leads, among other things, to the expansion of pores.

In the case of a disease, the cosmetic approach fades into the background. First, see a doctor for treatment.

External Factors

  • Insufficient cleansing. Makeup not washed off before going to bed, mixing with sebum, actively clogs pores. Another reason lies in the thickening of the stratum corneum. If it is not exfoliated in time, dead cells also turn into debris that clogs and expands the pores. That is why, along with cleansing, periodic exfoliation is necessary.

  • Incorrectly selected funds. Use cosmetics that match your skin type. If you have oily skin, pay attention to the “non-comedogenic” label on the packaging.

  • Contacts with a polluted environment, unfavorable ecological situation. Air pollution settles on the skin and gets into the pores. To get rid of them, the skin produces more sebum – a vicious cycle.

    • Too much sun. Excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation has an adverse effect on the skin in general, including the expansion of pores.

In a metropolis, the skin is under constant stress, this is one of the factors that provoke the expansion of pores.

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Methods of dealing with enlarged pores at home

If the expansion of the pores is not associated with internal causes, then the problem can be made less pronounced. A variety of pore-constricting masks are quite effective.

With purchase funds

Cleansing Charcoal + Black Algae Black Sheet Mask, Garnier designed for skin with enlarged pores. Absorbent charcoal helps to clean and narrow them. The composition is enriched with lipohydroxy acid, black algae extract and hyaluronic acid.

Steaming face mask against blackheads and oily sheen with zinc “Clean Skin”, Garnier addressed to oily and combination skin. Clay and zinc provide a pore-tightening effect.

Scrub mask “Magic clay. Cleansing and narrowing the pores, L’Oréal Paris contains three types of clay, but does not dry out the epidermis. The effect of smoothness is provided by algae extract. Suitable for all skin types.

With the help of folk recipes

Mask for narrowing the pores of aloe, cucumber and sugar

Ingredients:

  1. 1 Art. l. natural brown sugar;

  2. 1 st. l. aloe gel (how to get it, read here);

  3. 1 st. l. grated cucumber pulp without peel.

How to prepare and use:

  1. mix all the ingredients;

  2. apply to cleansed face skin;

  3. leave for 15-20 minutes;

  4. before washing off, lightly massage your face so that the grains of sugar exfoliate the skin;

  5. Rinse with cool water and apply a moisturizer.

Mask with garlic for porous skin

Ingredients:

  1. 1 tbsp. l. any vegetable oil;

  2. 2 cloves of garlic;

  3. 1,5 Art. l oatmeal;

  4. 1 tsp ground nutmeg.

How to prepare and use:

  1. warm the peeled garlic cloves in oil for 15-20 minutes (it should not boil);

  2. mix 1 tsp. the obtained garlic oil with oatmeal and nutmeg until a homogeneous mass is obtained;

  3. apply to cleansed skin, avoiding the lips and eyes;

  4. wash off after 15 minutes;

  5. apply a moisturizer.

Mask for reducing pores with soda and apple cider vinegar

Ingredients:

  1. 1 tbsp. l. soda;

  2. 1 tsp apple cider vinegar;

  3. ½ tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice.

How to prepare and use:

  1. mix all ingredients thoroughly;

  2. apply to cleansed skin, bypassing the area of ​​​​the lips and eyes;

  3. leave for 10-15 minutes;

  4. gently massage the skin for an exfoliating effect and rinse off the mask with water;

  5. apply moisturizer.

Ekaterina Turubara, a Vichy brand expert, warns: “The effectiveness of a cucumber mask has not been proven. Unlike home-made, professional cosmetics are necessarily tested for effectiveness.

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Salon treatments for porous skin

First of all, we must accept the fact that it is impossible to get rid of pores or radically narrow them. All the procedures listed below give a good effect, but only cosmetic and supportive.

  • Face cleaning frees the pores from impurities, which allows to reduce their diameter. However, abuse of these procedures can backfire. With age, as the skin loses its elasticity, the pores remain enlarged.

  • Chemical peeling renews the top layer of the skin, removing minor defects – the pores are less visible on the renewed skin. But in the absence of proper care, the problem will return.

  • Laser resurfacing – also leads to the renewal of the epidermis. To maintain the effect, you need competent skin care, taking into account all its features.

  • Darsonvalization usually carried out after cleaning to consolidate the effect. This revitalizing procedure tones the skin: as a result, collagen is synthesized, which has a positive effect on the characteristics of elasticity and elasticity of the skin. The higher the turgor, the less visible the pores.

If the enlarged pores are very disturbing, the beautician will help you choose the right procedures and correct the situation.

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Daily care for porous skin

  • Cleansing should be thorough, but not traumatic. Even with oily skin, it is not recommended to use scrubs every day, unless it is an all-purpose product with mild exfoliating particles. Read the information on the packaging carefully.

  • The use of a tonic is necessary to remove residual impurities and traces of the cleanser itself, which is especially important with a tendency to expand pores.

  • Hydration is required for all skin types. It is necessary to choose a cream taking into account the individual characteristics of yours. For porous skin, choose non-comedogenic products.

  • Be especially meticulous about the choice of decorative cosmetics. Look for the label “non-comedogenic” and give preference to products with SPF.

  • Don’t skip the evening cleansing ritual. Thoroughly cleanse the skin before going to bed, otherwise everything that has accumulated on its surface during the day will be inside the pores.

Overview of products for oily skin with enlarged pores

Cleansing gel for washing against blackheads and oily sheen “Clean Skin”, Garnier thoroughly cleanses the skin, contains salicylic acid and zinc, visibly tightens pores.

Cleansing tonic against blackheads and oily sheen “Clean Skin”, Garnier – a suitable tool to complete the cleansing phase. Contains zinc, salicylic acid & eucalyptus extract to control shine & enlarged pores.

BB-cream “Secret of perfection” for mixed and oily skin, Garnier, in addition to evening out the tone, it helps to reduce pores, controls oily sheen throughout the day and moisturizes. Plus it protects from the sun.

Product overview for dry skin with enlarged pores

Cleansing gel for skin radiance Gel Eclat, Lancôme with extracts of rose, Japanese cedar and white lotus evens out skin tone and microrelief, reducing pores. It is recommended to apply on a damp face with fingertips in small spiral movements.

Tonal primer for skin radiance Gigi Collection, Maybelline New York Prepares skin for makeup application by making pores less visible. Lightly tones the skin.

Moisturizing gel for normal and combination skin Aquasource Gel, Biotherm with thermal plankton extract saturates the skin with moisture and makes it look flawless. The cream reduces pores, evens out tone and protects the epidermis from damage that can be caused by an unfavorable environment.
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Safety measures

  • Consult a dermatologist if enlarged pores are of concern to you.

  • Choose cosmetics with care and according to all the rules, giving preference to non-comedogenic products.

  • Properly cleanse the skin in the morning and evening.

  • Don’t forget to moisturize for any skin type.

  • Use products with SPF.

The problem of enlarged pores is not solved in isolation from the “context”. This is always a consequence of a particular aesthetic or even medical problem, and therefore requires an integrated approach.

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