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Pore Problems? Here Are The Best Treatments And Products To Shut Them Down

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Ok, before we deep dive into the topic of open pores treatment, let’s get one thing straight: Pores are just a fact of life, and no procedure or product can make them open, close or disappear. Harmless as they are, though, we understand that they can ruin our selfie game, cause our makeup to settle in weird ways, and often increase the likelihood of breakouts. Thankfully, however, there are numerous skin treatments that’ll allow you to mimic that smooth, almost poreless (emphasis on almost, since again no skin is truly free from pores!) skin of youth. 

Over time, pores become stretched with buildups such as makeup, excess oil, pollution, and dead skin cells. Extracting the gunk out of these pores and keeping them clean allows the little guys to snap back to their natural size. So today, we are listing down permanent treatments for open pores as well as A+ pore-minimisers to shrink the look of your pores. 

What Is A Pore?

Just like we breathe in oxygen using our nose and mouth, pores are tiny openings on the skin that allow it to breathe. Each pore comprises several sebaceous glands and a hair follicle. The sebaceous glands are responsible for producing sebum, which in turn gives our skin much-needed nourishment and hydration. The natural oil produced by these glands gives our skin a glowy, smooth appearance. For folks with dry skin, the sebum produced by the sebaceous glands is lower than the required amount. While folks with oilier skin have a higher percentage of natural oils generated by the glands. 

What Are The Types Of Open Pores?

There are different types of open pores that can be broadly classified as O-shaped, U-shaped, and Y-shaped pores. Here’s everything you need to know. 

O-Shaped Pores

This is the most common type of pore for peeps with oily or acneic skin and is mostly seen around the T-zone. They are given the name O-shaped because they are round in shape.

Y-Shaped Pores

As we blow out our birthday candles, the collagen level in our skin depletes. This leads to the formation of pores that resemble the shape of a water droplet. Hence, the name Y-shaped pores. They are most commonly found on the cheek area. 

U-Shaped Pores

The U-shaped pores are angular in shape and occur if your skin is super dry or dehydrated. You can improve the look of these pores by slathering on a nourishing moisturiser

What Causes Enlarged Pores?

Enlarged pores can be a result of a myriad of factors including ageing, excessive sebum production, sun damage, or genetics. Your genes play a major role in determining the size and look of your pores. For example, if your mother has a certain type of pore, you are most likely to inherit the same kind. Likewise, if your sebaceous glands process excess sebum, they tend to clog your pores, making them look bigger. As we age, the collagen and elasticity levels in our skin deplete, which then leads to larger pores and saggy skin. In addition to this, the sun is one of the major culprits behind large pores. UV rays from the sun lead to a decrease in firmness and elasticity of the skin, which again leads to photoaging and enlarged pores. 

Open Pore Treatments

There are tons of open pore treatments that rose to fame over the last couple of years and we’re rounding up the ones that legit work. While pores can’t shrink, the treatments listed below still perform some major wizardry. 

Invest In Chemical Peels

One of the easiest open pore treatments is to invest in an over-the-counter chemical peel. Look out for ingredients such as AHAs and BHAs that’ll help slough off dead skin cells. They can pull the gunk out of your pores, helping them shrink back to their natural size. Exfoliate two to three times a week to prevent large pores. 

Use A Gentle Cleanser

A harsh cleanser can strip the skin of its natural oils, making it drier and more prone to irritation. It’s best to use a gentle cleanser that hydrated the skin while cleansing it. If you want to get rid of debris stuck in your pores. Just slather on a face wash and apply a warm washcloth to your face. This will help degunk your pores. Remove the cloth by wiping off the face wash and then wash your face with cold water to close open pores. You can follow it with a toner

Use Collagen-Boosting Products

As one of the primary causes of large pores is ageing, we suggest adding collagen-infused skincare products to your arsenal. As we age, the amount of collagen produced drops, which in turn leads to enlarged pores and loose skin. Using collagen-loaded products will help you keep your skin supple, smooth, and all-around healthy. It’s one of the best open pores remedies. 

Laser Resurfacing

Laser resurfacing helps in the increased production of collagen and elastin in the skin. So if ageing is the main culprit behind your open pores, laser resurfacing is the name of the game. It revitalises the topmost layer of the skin, tightens sagging skin, and improves firmness. Thus, making the pores appear smaller. 

Use Retinoids

Using non-comedogenic makeup and exfoliating two to three times a week helps in preventing large pores. But there is another hero ingredient that can help in keeping large pores at bay. Say hello to retinoids. Retinoids when applied topically help in increasing cell turnover and boosting collagen. This helps in refining the skin’s texture, giving it a tighter, brighter, and smoother appearance. 

Microneedling

As the name suggests, the process entails puncturing the skin with small microneedles. This helps in boosting collagen making your skin look tighter and smoother. This is an in-clinic treatment done by dermatologists.  

MyGlamm Recommended Products For Face & Skin

MyGlamm Superfoods Cacao & Berry 2-In-1 Scrub Mask

If you wanna say goodbye to open pores while giving your skin the gift of glow, this 2-in1 scrub mask is the one to call on. The combo of super fine walnut shell powder and kaolin clay buff away the dead skin cells deeply cleansing the pores while berries and cacao give hard-hitting hydration. 

MyGlamm Youthfull Hydrating Foam Cleanser With Water Bank Technology

We thought glass skin was the stuff of photoshops and filters until we came across this hydrating cleanser. Its patented water bank technology gives the skin a hefty dose of long-lasting hydration while giving you squeaky clean skin. 

Manish Malhotra Tulsi Cleansing Foam Gel

Another coined hero. The cleansing gel is fabulously mild and seriously hydrating - which means it does exactly what it's supposed to do without any funny business - gently cleanse and hydrate your thirsty-ass skin. 

MyGlamm 15% Vitamin C Brightening Serum Enriched With Pomegranate & Licorice

If you’re after an out-of-this-world glow, this serum is basically for you. From fading pigmentation to protecting the skin from UV damage and revealing glowy, bright skin - the hero product can do it all. It’s a 10/10 in our books. 

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