1. Cleanse skin properly
Wash your face twice a day with a mild cleanser to remove dirt, excess oil and impurities on the skin. Avoid scrubbing too hard or using highly cleansing products as they can cause irritation, make the skin secrete more oil and make pores look bigger.
Cleansing properly helps limit clogged pores, while maintaining the skin's natural protective barrier.
2. Use appropriate active ingredients
Some skin care ingredients that can help improve enlarged pores include:
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): Helps control excess oil, increase skin elasticity and supports making pores look smaller.
Retinol (Vitamin A): Promotes skin cell regeneration, clears pores and improves skin surface over time.
3. Protect skin from sunlight
Applying sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher daily is an important step to protect your skin. If you don't like the greasy feeling, you can choose products with a thin and light texture, suitable for your skin type.
In addition, you should wear a hat, mask or limit direct sun exposure between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM. UV rays can reduce collagen, making the skin less firm and pores more visible.
4. Maintain a healthy lifestyle
Some simple habits below also contribute to improving large pores:
Drink enough water to help your skin maintain moisture and become smoother.
Do not smoke because tobacco reduces collagen and accelerates skin aging.
Properly exfoliate about 1-2 times a week to remove dead skin cells, helping pores become clear and skin brighter and healthier.
