POREFECTION

Pores! You know, the tiny little holes in our skin. Some of us have only a few around our cheeks or on our nose (we hate you), whilst others have clusters of them all over the face. These are typically found on oily / congested skin.

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Unfortunately, this skin condition will not go away. They are here to stay. However, we can refine the look of them by following a simple skincare regime and utilising specialised products.

Hair follicles grow through pores. Pores can become blocked with sebum (oil) and this leads to blackheads / whiteheads / pimples. This is why regular cleansing is necessary to keep the pores free of dirt, make up and bacteria.

WHY ARE SOME PORES LARGER THAN OTHERS?

Over secretion of the body's natural oil glands that push up to the skin surface will cause large pores. This is even more reason for you to keep your skin clean. Using toner will also help tighten the pores as it has astringent qualities (it means it tightens). Stick to light moisturisers so that you don't block the pores any further.

Don't forget to maintain a healthy diet and drink 6 to 8 glasses of water each day. Your skin showcases what the rest of your body is going through.

WHAT PRODUCTS CAN I USE TO TIGHTEN THE PORES?

Exfoliate your skin once a week to remove the excess oil - remember not to over-do it or you will create more oily skin. Ingredients such as Glycolic acid and hyaluronic acid can be found in exfoliants, serums and moisturisers. These assist in refining the pores (make them look smaller).

OTHER PRODUCTS

Not only creams can assist in pore size reduction, but some Manufacturers of Foundations include ingredients to minimise and/or tighten pores - leaving the skin looking smoother. Some of these include Nars, Stila and Marc Jacobs to name a few. Powder foundations are suitable too. The secret is that the skin has to look smooth. Don't draw attention to them. Avoid shine as this will make them stand out further.

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Napoleon Perdis has a product called Auto Pilot Pore Minimizer and Mattifier which is applied under foundation. Its almost souffle-like to fill the pores. This little gem I keep in my make up kit.

To finish off, remember to keep the pores clean.  Exfoliate once a week. Moisturise with a light cream. Use pore minimizer under your foundation to give you that young healthy looking skin.

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