Large Pores

[eightthirty]

Article from fitness magazine.

The pores on my face are large. Can I shrink them somehow? Pore size is nearly impossible to change, says Richard Glogau, M.D., a clinical professor of dermatology at the University of California at San Francisco. However, you can make them less noticeable. Try applying a topical retinoid, like Retin-A or Renova, which spurs new collagen growth, helps unclog pores and makes skin appear smoother. Retin-A and Renova require a prescription, but there are also over-the-counter formulas, such as Neutrogena's Pore Refining Cream with SPF 15 and Avon's Anew Advanced All-In-One Self-Adjusting Perfecting Lotion. Don't turn to procedures like chemical peels and lasering, because they can leave your pores exposed at a deeper, wider level, Dr. Glogau advises.

There is an upside to having large pores: Because this skin type tends to be more oily, it wrinkles less than dry, fine-textured complexions.

 

[dancar3]

Very informative article thanks for posting it. I have pores near my cheek area that I've been trying to cover up w/ Clinique Instant Pore Perfector, it works pretty well, but I had been thinking about peels since I've seen some before and after pics. I was wondering how that would affect pores and that does make sense that they would appear bigger......I wouldn't want that to happen!

 

[melcbun]

I thought usually toner with witch hazel does the job???

 

[Becky]

I use the Clinique instant pore perfector. It works really well. Thanks for the info!!

 

[mbseirani]

Hi Ladies!

I have pores you could swim in!!! Seriously, they are terrible and I think genetic thanks to my mother. I've recently found "Burt's Bee Pore-Refining Mask" and it's done wonders for me. I've terribly oily skin, which is both good and bad. Bad shine, but great for keeping wrinkles away. However, the pores are just hideous. The mask really is making a difference. I wonder if I used some sore of collegen rejuvination product, if it would help even more. Anyone out there with experience in regards to those kinds of products???

 

[LittleMissV]

I suggest trying a pore refining/shrinking mask and a pore closing toner. I dont really know what brand you could try....just look around and im sure you'll find something!! :laughing:

 

[Leony]

Thanks Mel

 

[annieup7]

I use philips milk of magnesia (yes, the laxative) as a mask in the morning to help shrink my pores. I leave it on for about 15/20 minutes while in the shower and or ironing clothes and rinse off. that was my morning routine when we had a major heat wave in new york. My pores were large and in charge. Now that the weather is getting a little cooler, my face isn't as oily as it is during the summer. I mix a little bit of the milk of magnesia in my moisturizer and apply to the large pores and oily areas of the face. Let dry and apply a light foundation. this helps in keeping my pores less noticable. I also use Queen Helene Mint Julep masque once a week which contributes to helping the pore size. HTH

 

[TylerD]

Thanks for the article, unfortanetly I cant use Retin A. I tried it a long time ago before accutane and it destroyed my face and made it way worse. Now after accutane there is no way I will go on it again. My skin is even more sensitive. I could go for that avon product though /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> .

 

[Aquilah]

Great post! Thanks Melissa!

 

[greeneyedangel]

I have large pores too-- they are really visable which sucks. I find that Queen Helene Mint Julep Mask helps to shrink them a bit. I use the mask about 2x a week.

 

[amethystkitty]

my pore are large as well...and they have....stuff...in them...yuck...though I'm so new to taking care of my skin and hair so I dont know if that's why they look large or if they actually are the size of the grand canyon....ugh :kopfkratz:

 

[Jennifer]

thankd for posting!

 

[Glamour Girl]

I hear ya! Where can you find this mask?

 

[stebany]

that's great, thanks for the info, my pores too are huge :-(

 

[frances92307]

*sigh* huge pores /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />.....at least I don''t have wrinkles.

 

[sirius]

Huge pores can only be corrected by laser rejuvenation procedures like IPL. They will affect the skin aroung the pores to produce more collagen and thus close up the pores.

 

[TylerD]

Ya ive heard this too. The next closest step is just to cover them up with primer and makeup. That is what I do (not everyday) Just when I go out. ITs a shame though because I will never have enough money for lazer surgery.

 

[LisaBoliaris]

Great info!!

 

[Princess6828]

Hey - is anyone up for chips and dip? Cause you could serve the dip out of my whopping pores!