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So why do some people have large facial pores while others are unnoticeable? Pores are necessary and part of our skin, and the good news is, we can make them less visible. Are you one of those wondering how to minimize pores?

Here are 7 ways we believe to reduce the appearance of facial pores:

Washing your face twice a day is the key

Having a good face-washing habit is basic skincare. It is important to note that skipping cleansing your face at night is a big no-no! Let us prevent dirt, sweat, buildup of makeup by washing away accumulating oil from the pores. What should we do? Wash your face with lukewarm water and avoid over-scrubbing to prevent irritation of your skin. Consider trying gentle cleansers with kaolin clay, salicylic acid, and sulfur ingredients.

Add anti-aging ingredients to your skincare routine

Anti-aging ingredients in your skincare routine products are essential. Go with the products with peptides, retinoids,and antioxidants. These ingredients work to prevent things from getting worse. Retinoids,which are vitamin A-based products smooth wrinkles, brighten dark spots, prevent acne and shrink pores. Peptides stimulate collagen production which makes pores plump up and makes it appear to shrink. Antioxidants like Vitamin E, C, and Niacinamide, help protect your skin from the failure of elastin and collagen caused by free radicals.

Hydrate your skin

In addition to the rule of drinking at least eight glasses of water every day to keep hydrated, using the right skincare products is another key that will benefit your pores. Hydrate your skin with products that have active elements like hyaluronic acid and glycerin. Consider using a serum or moisturizer with these specific ingredients. They can help plump up the skin, minimize wrinkles and pores, and seal moisture which helps to condition your skin effectively.

Avoid heavy skincare products

Heavy oils and thick makeup should be avoided as they can clog pores and lead to breakouts.Excess oil stretches out your pores. There are times that it is unbearable to leave the house without applying makeup (we are definitely not against it!). If you are looking to minimize and improve the look of pores on your face, we suggest that not consider trying using sheer water-based products that tend to work better to prevent excess oil from accumulating in the pores and breaking out.

Vitamins and Collagen

Taking your vitamins and collagen can improve the texture and appearance of pores as well as increase the elastin and collagen levels of the skin. Every skin type can benefit from internal antioxidants and collagen significantly which are abundant natural antioxidants in the skin.

Do not skip your sunscreen

Rain or shine, always wear sunscreen with a good amount of SPF after your skincare routine. The UVA and UVB rays from the sun penetrate through the skin in which collagen breakdown contributes to the way your pores look and function and can lead to skin discoloration and even burns in extreme cases. Sun-damaged skin can be very drying that makes the pores appear larger. Keeping your skin protected from the sun keeps it supple and smooth.

Switch or add-in your skincare products slowly

We understand that some of us are excited about using new amazing skincare products all at once. But it is important to not go overboard to get those pores in check. Oftentimes, out of a desperate need to find a solution, you layer new skincare products on top of old products and then switch again.You should be extra careful with your skin. When you switch up products time and again, you are overexposing your skin to all ingredients within, and not letting it fully absorb into your skin which is why they do not work effectively. This leads in increasing the likelihood of irritation and dryness, which can trigger extra oil production and make the pores look larger.

Do a patch test first for at least 1-2 weeks to give your skin some time to get used to the product, but if it results in breakouts, it could mean that the product is not for your skin type and is in need of different nutrients.

So there you have it! Our seven pore reducer ways. You have to take care of your skin by following these simple ways in order to actually reduce your pore size.

Most importantly, get on a proper skincare regimen and pay attention to the labels what ingredients to look for, and what to avoid, we are sure you will have happy pores with the results.