How to Minimize Large Pores

Eat plenty of fruit for healthy skin.

Having large pores is a common beauty complaint. When you have large pores, make up does not look right and your skin has an appearance that you do not like.

Large pores are caused by being stretched by dead skin cells and oil. You can not actually re-shrink the pores, but you can do things to make them appear smaller. Here are some of the things you can try.

Instructions

1. Reduce the amount of fatty and fried foods you are eating. Add more fruits and vegetables to your diet.

2. If you use make-up, switch to an oil-free foundation.

3. Wash your face with a pore-refining cleanser. There are several types on the market. Do some research and decide which one is best for you. Keep in mind that skin care products with Retin-A can unclog pores. Remember to use cold water as it tends to draw the pores closed.

4. Use a toner after washing your face to aid in keeping the pores clear.

5. Try a pore-refining product like Clinique Pore Minimizer. Any product that says pore minimizer on the label should help.

6. Apply a facial mask. You can use an egg-white mask or a store-bought masque like Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque.

7. Try an old-fashioned remedy like applying ice cubes to the area or using witch hazel after every washing.

8. Follow a strict beauty routine including the above steps. Make sure you always take your makeup and sunscreen off every night. Never go to bed with makeup on.

Tips & Warnings

• When trying a new beauty product on the face, test the new product in a small area before applying over the entire face in case of allergic reaction.