how do i get rid of my open pores?

Question

i have a load of open pores on my cheeks and forehead. my doctor says theres nothing i can do about them and theyll go eventually. any tips? x

Answer 1

Pore size is determined by genetics & hormone levels. Pores cannot be made smaller permanently. The best one can do is to exfoliate to keep them clear and use a clay mask to temporarily tighten them.

One home remedy to help temporarily minimize appearance of pores:

Milk of Magnesia - apply in thin layer where needed & allow to dry 5-10 mins. Will absorb oil & tighten pores. Can be used as a spot treatment too.

For more information: http://health.yahoo.com/experts/skintype/3509/8-steps-to-smaller-pores

Answer 2

Your doctor is right...they will go away eventually.

If you really want to do something about them, though, try smoothing an ice-cube over the porous area once or twice a day for several weeks.

The coolness will close the pores temporarily, and over time permanently.

Good luck!

Answer 3

Tips on reducing large pores
The best you can do is keep pores debris-free with thorough cleansing, exfoliation, masks and professional facials - all will help make pores appear slightly smaller.

Home remedies for the treatment and care for large pores

Mix almond meal with enough water to make a paste. Apply to pores for 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water, then apply witch hazel or a solution of apple cider vinegar and water.

Bran and Grapefruit is also used to tightens large pores.

Mix table salt and buttermilk into a paste, apply on enlarged pores and massage well. Rinse with warm water.

If enlarged pores are due to blackheads stretching the entrance of the pore, then firstly remove blackheads using one of the above methods, then to contract pores, blend (one or your preferred mixture) of camphor, sage and / or thyme in a base of jojoba oil. Use as a compress or mix in with your moisturiser and apply to affected areas. Jojoba is easily absorbed into the skin and balances oil levels (which may assist in reducing blackheads as sebum production is regulated).

To Tighten and Refine Pores:
Whip the white of an egg and add a pinch of alum (drug store) and apply to the skin as a mask. Leave on for 15 to 20 minutes then rinse off with warm water. (never hot water!)

Peel and slice 1/2 a cucumber and puree in a blender or processor. Add 1 TBSP of plain yogurt. Mix well and apply to skin. Leave on for 15 to 20 minutes then wipe off with a damp wash cloth or rinse with warm water. Cucumber contains amino and organic acids. This blend will cool, refresh skin and tighten pores.


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Answer 4

Apply cucumber water mixed with few drops of lemon juice.It helps in tightening the pores

Answer 5

try neutragena pore diminishing wash.its not a face wash u use it after u have washed ur face to close the any open pore.

Answer 6

use a toner after you wash your face. it helps close the pores after a warm shower.

Answer 7

Try getting a facial.

Answer 8

well if the doctor says there is nothing you can do than there isz nothing you can do

Answer 9

Peel off your skin