Things You'll Need:
- Face cleanser
- Facial moisturizer
- Face mask or peel
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Step 1
Cleanse your face with an oil-free cleanser. It should contain either salicylic acid, lactic or glycolic acid, or an antibacterial (such as tea tree oil). This should be done at least twice a day.
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Step 2
Exfoliate your skin with a facial exfoliator to remove dead skin cells. You should exfoliate your face two to three times a week to keep pores looking small.
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Step 3
Tone using a clarifying, oil-free toner to purify the skin and remove any residual cleanser or exfoliant. Toners generally refresh the skin and can help in tightening pores.
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Step 4
Treat pores with a product that will help shrink pores, eliminate excess oil, and decrease facial blemishes. This is usually in a gel form and there are many different products on the market to help the appearance of the skin.
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Step 5
Moisturize skin with an oil-free moisturizer or a mattifying creme. A mattifying creme is generally designed to absorb excess oil throughout the day and not allow your skin to become shiney. If your skin is oily, choose a lightweight moisturizer (especially in the summer) to avoid excess oil buildup in the T-zone.
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Step 6
Visit a dermatologist if you have severely blocked pores, as he may have to prescribe a retinoid creme to help exfoliate and cleanse pores to get rid of the oil and buildup. If the prescription medications don't work for you, the dermatologist may need to use a chemical peel, light or laser treatment to cleanse the pores and make them appear smaller.
