How to Clear Clogged Pores

To have clean pores, you must maintain a regular skin-care routine.

Most skin blemishes begin as clogged pores. If you can keep your pores clean and unclogged, you will have fewer breakouts and more radiant skin. To have clean pores, you must maintain a regular skin-care routine.

Things You'll Need

• Facial cleanser
• Facial toner
• Cotton ball
• Facial scrubs
• Facial mask
• Oil-free moisturizer

Instructions

1. Cleanse your face twice daily with a cleanser that is appropriate for your skin type (dry, normal or oily). Use the cleanser in the morning and again at night before going to bed.

2. Apply a facial toner to your skin daily with a cotton ball.

3. Exfoliate your skin twice a week with a facial scrub.

4. Use a deep-cleaning facial mask specifically designed to clear clogged pores once a week.

5. Moisturize your skin with an oil-free moisturizer.

6. See a skin-care professional once a month for a professional facial.

7. See a skin-care professional for a chemical peel.

8. Drink at least 64 oz. of water daily.

Tips & Warnings

• Visit a dermatologist if you have trouble clearing your clogged pores. You may need stronger treatment, such as prescription creams.

• Wear sunscreen to protect your skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays.

• Cleansing your skin with warm (not hot) water will help open your pores and allow them to be rinsed clean more thoroughly.

• Never squeeze or pick at clogged pores. This will only damage the skin.

Resources

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