The type of facial skin determines the basic rules of care. There is one problem that women of all age groups have - enlarged pores on the face. This cosmetic defect is most often a sign of oily and combination skin types, and is located on the skin of the nose, forehead and chin. It is necessary to combat enlarged pores on the face, especially since in our time there are a huge number of special cosmetics, salon procedures and folk remedies for this.

Enlarged pores on the face not only have an unattractive appearance, but also promote the growth of bacteria, which, in turn, causes acne. If you ignore enlarged pores, then over time they increase in size, then blackheads and pimples appear, the skin becomes “greasy” and “blackheads” form. Therefore, it is necessary to combat such a deficiency at an early stage.

Most often, enlarged pores on the face are companions of girls during puberty and are accompanied by an inflammatory process. If there are problems in the gynecological area or in the gastrointestinal tract, inflammation may be more acute. Enlarged pores often disappear with age, but there are cases when they continue to spoil life for even a single year.

Causes of enlarged pores on the face.
In fact, there are plenty of reasons for the appearance of enlarged pores on the face. Their occurrence can be facilitated by genetic predisposition, hormonal imbalances, sunburn and dehydration, neglect or improper implementation of the procedure for cleansing the skin of impurities and dead cells, the use of low-quality decorative cosmetics, improper use and selection of decorative cosmetics, poor diet, bad habits, constant stress in conditions of modern life and many other factors. For example, due to exposure to ultraviolet radiation, the process of collagen production in the skin is disrupted, which leads to enlarged pores.

But, of course, a common cause of this cosmetic defect is the incorrect use of cosmetics or their irregular use.

Treatment of enlarged pores.
Enlarged pores on the face can be eliminated using a peeling procedure, thanks to which, as a result of cleaning the skin epithelium, all irregularities on its surface are leveled out, including fine wrinkles, and the facial skin looks renewed. During this procedure, the keratinized layer of cells is removed, which stimulates skin regeneration processes, resulting in increased elasticity.

Chemical peels, in particular using trichloroacetic acid - TCA, help narrow pores and improve skin condition. Thanks to modern technologies and qualified specialists, this type of peeling is easily tolerated even by people with sensitive skin types. During this procedure, dead cells are removed and substances actively penetrate into the deep layers of the skin.

Glycolic peeling is also effective in combating enlarged pores on the face. This procedure also tightens pores, exfoliates the surface of the skin, and is carried out using a solution of glycolic acid.

Enzyme peeling is also a type of superficial peel that also helps tighten pores and cleanse the skin. Enzyme peeling contains special enzymes (bromelain, trypsin and papain) that cleanse the contents of pores and help smooth out skin turgor.

The most effective procedure performed in salons is microdermabrasion, which tightens pores, eliminates fine wrinkles and cleanses the skin of the stratum corneum of dead cells. When performing microdermabrasion, a special scrub with the addition of solid microparticles is used. This procedure, provided it is performed in a salon by a professional cosmetologist, can stimulate collagen production. A course of two to three procedures is considered optimal.

Cryotherapy today is a fairly popular procedure in cosmetology. It helps activate metabolism, improves well-being and appearance in general, including the condition of pores: noticeable lightening of the skin occurs, sebum production decreases, acne disappears. Cryomassage using liquid nitrogen is considered a popular and most beneficial cryotherapy procedure.

Exposure of the skin to high-frequency currents carried out using ultrasound (darsonvalization) can solve many skin problems, in particular eliminate comedones and acne, and significantly improve the color and structure of the skin. Today, devices have appeared on the market that allow this procedure to be carried out at home.

Laser facial cleansing is also a popular procedure for treating enlarged pores in beauty salons. In addition, this procedure eliminates pigment spots, the effects of acne in the form of scars, wrinkles, visibly tightens and tones the skin, promotes the production of collagen and elastin.

Scrubs can be used to deeply cleanse the skin, since they contain tiny granules, which effectively cleanse the skin pores and improve blood supply. After this procedure, the face should be washed with cold water or wiped with ice cubes, which is one of the ways to narrow pores. However, this procedure is not suitable for everyone. For women who have visible capillary mesh on their face, this procedure is not suitable.

When using scrubs, special care should be taken, since skin with enlarged pores can be easily injured by large particles that may be contained in scrubs, which can have the opposite effect, and the pores will become even larger. Therefore, to avoid troubles, you should choose special scrubs that are designed to cleanse skin with enlarged pores. After cleansing the skin, use a toner.

Other cosmetics for enlarged pores.
The cosmetics market offers a huge selection of skin care products for enlarged pores: cleansing gels, milks containing essential oils and plant extracts (lemon, chamomile, basil, orange, cloves, aloe, iris, grapefruit).

Your daily facial moisturizer should also be something that helps reduce pores. This type of cosmetic should contain antimicrobial and astringent components, such as algae, cinnamon, ginger, burnet. People with enlarged pores on their face simply need to use a toner or lotion every day. They help narrow pores after cleansing. It is best to give preference to high-quality cosmetics. Pore-tightening tonics contain astringent components: extracts of birch, calendula, lemon, hawthorn, rosemary. And if the lotion contains zinc oxide, then with its help you can not only narrow the pores of the skin, but also remove excess sebum. After toner, apply a daily moisturizing and protective cream to the skin, which nourishes and smoothes the skin.

It is best if the toner that tightens skin pores contains the following components: salicylic and glycolic acids, zinc, witch hazel, glycasil, copper. Excellent cosmetics that tighten skin pores, reduce sebaceous gland secretions and tone the skin are cosmetics with Dead Sea minerals and plant extracts. It contains vitamins A and E that are necessary for the skin. In addition, such cosmetics provide a lifting effect.

Folk remedies for enlarged pores on the face.
Masks with a narrowing effect can be prepared independently at home, according to traditional medicine recipes.

Almond mask with herbs to tighten pores.
Take a tablespoon of chopped almonds and pour hot herbal infusion (1/4 cup) over it, add a teaspoon of flour and half a teaspoon of honey. Stir well until a homogeneous consistency is formed. Apply the resulting mass to your face, and after thirty minutes, rinse off the mask with cool water. The herbal decoction is prepared as follows: take two tablespoons of herbal infusion (elderberry, linden, chamomile flowers, pine shoots) and pour a glass of boiling water.

An astringent mask to tighten pores.
Pour one tablespoon of linden flowers into half a glass of boiling water and put on fire. Once a thick mass has formed, remove from heat. The resulting mixture should be applied in a thick layer to the facial skin while warm for oily skin, and after cooling - to dry and normal skin. After 15-20 minutes, wipe your face with a dry cotton pad and rinse with cool water. In the case of dry and normal skin, after such a mask, the skin should be lubricated with a rich cream.

Clay mask to tighten pores.
Cosmetic clay has long been famous for its properties, including its ability to tighten pores. It is effectively used in the form of masks. It absorbs sebum and impurities, and also tones the skin. In addition, clay has a bactericidal effect on the skin.

To tighten pores, you can use rose water; it helps normalize the functioning of the sebaceous glands.

Masking enlarged pores on the face.
Applying a thick layer of foundation will not hide skin imperfections, but will only make them more obvious. In this case, for enlarged pores, it is recommended to use makeup bases with silicone polymers, which have a mattifying effect and perfectly smooth out unevenness on the skin. Preference should be given to a light-based foundation with reflective particles. In areas where pores are pronounced, a concealer (concealer) should be used. You should not use powder frequently during the day to eliminate oily shine. An alternative would be to use matting wipes. In hot weather, it is effective to spray thermal water over your makeup to refresh your face.

How to prevent the appearance of enlarged pores?
Everyone knows that it is better to prevent a problem from occurring than to solve it. Therefore, in this case, in order to avoid enlarged pores, you should only carry out cleansing and moisturizing procedures on time, use mild scrubs and products to regulate the secretion of sebum. You should use cool water to wash your face, as hot water causes pores to expand. It is especially important to protect your skin from exposure to sunlight by using cosmetics specifically designed for this purpose. In addition, the decorative cosmetics used must be of high quality. And lastly, you need to monitor your diet, which should include more fresh fruits, vegetables, salads and plenty of liquid (water, green tea, fruit drinks, freshly squeezed juices).

Enlarged pores can definitely be added to the list of the main enemies of female beauty. And this misfortune, like love, is subject to all ages - the problem can be encountered both in adolescence and in the Balzac period of life. I have one friend, her face could be called ideal - regular features, clear skin without wrinkles. But enlarged pores spoil the whole picture. Of course, she is trying to fight them, trying different ways, but, alas, it is impossible to say that the problem has been solved. Is it possible to narrow pores at all?

Modern cosmetologists have a sufficient arsenal of means to combat this scourge. There are also home methods. I, as you’ve probably already noticed, am a supporter of combining the scientific approach and folk wisdom, so I’ll talk about both options.

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Favorite places are the nose, forehead, chin, area around the nose on the cheeks. I want to say that in addition to the fact that porous skin has an unsightly appearance, it is also an ideal place for bacteria to multiply. If you suddenly notice such beauty on your face, try to find out the reason for this phenomenon - it could be gynecological diseases, problems with the endocrine system, or diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. In a word, start fighting the problem from the inside, but don’t forget about cosmetology!

So, procedure No. 1 for you should be peeling. They trigger skin regeneration processes, which in turn makes it more elastic and allows pores to narrow. There are many types of peelings today - enzyme, glycolic, laser, and others. A cosmetologist who knows exactly what condition your skin is in will help you choose the right one, so the Internet is not your help here.

Microdermabrasion gives a good effect. In essence, this is a type of mechanical peeling. The skin is very delicately polished using a special apparatus with microcrystals supplied under high pressure. Crystals can be of different origins - diamond, salt, organic. Microdermabrasion, performed by a professional, can not only even out the skin and tighten pores, but also trigger the production of collagen, which will make the dermis more elastic. For effect, as a rule, three or four procedures are sufficient.

Cosmetologists recommend cryotherapy. Using a special apparatus, the dermis is cooled for a short time to at least -70, or even -130 degrees. When exposed to cold, the skin shrinks, pores close, and sebum production decreases. This does not threaten any frostbite - cosmetologists know their business. The effect will be noticeable literally immediately.

Salon procedures are simply necessary if pores are enlarged. But don’t think that a cosmetologist will solve all your problems and you won’t do anything. You will have to work hard to at least maintain the effect. We can do a lot of things at home too. The same cryotherapy. Of course, special equipment and liquid nitrogen are not available to us at home. However, you can also use an ordinary ice cube. It is better if it is made from a decoction of any medicinal herbs (birch buds are good in this regard). Just wipe your face with ice periodically.
Clay masks – white or blue – are also indispensable in wrestling. There are plenty of it in stores and it costs pennies. Just dilute it with warm water to the consistency of sour cream, you can add aloe juice. The duration of the mask is 20 minutes.

If you are not allergic to citrus fruits, then use a lemon juice tonic. Just squeeze lemon into boiled water and wipe your face with this toner.

Enlarged facial pores indicate oily skin and cause discomfort. After all, if the pores are not cleaned regularly, oil and dirt accumulate in them, this expands them, and over time the pores become even more noticeable. In addition, increased sebum secretion is a favorable environment for the development of bacteria, which leads to the appearance of acne and ulcers.

Oily skin is especially common in teenagers. If in adolescence you do not pay due attention to this defect and do not begin to actively fight it, then in a few years there is a chance of getting very unattractive “spongy” skin that cannot be covered up with any foundation.

Why do pores expand?

Firstly, you may have a hereditary predisposition. Also, hormonal changes in the body are often accompanied by enlarged pores. This is why acne appears in teenagers during the surge of hormones. Sunburn and dehydration after poor diets can also be causes of increased oiliness and enlarged pores.

Without proper care and homemade masks, you will not get rid of enlarged pores!

And, of course, if you don’t wash your face every day, don’t cleanse it of dead dead cells and don’t wash off your makeup at night, then you are guaranteed to have oily skin. Another reason for increased sebum secretion can be cheap cosmetics that spoil the skin.

With age, pores also expand. Here the reason is a lack of collagen, the level of which in aging skin rapidly decreases. Therefore, you should start using products with collagen in time - they tighten the skin, tighten pores and prolong the youth of the skin.

Regular care

• Oily skin requires mandatory washing, not only in the morning, but also in the evening. When washing your face, be sure to use special gels, soaps and other products to care for your skin type. Cosmetologists advise washing with soap that has a drying effect (for example, salicylic soap).
• After washing, the skin should be treated with a special tonic.
• You need to scrub your face with a scrub 1-2 times a week to remove dead skin layers in a timely manner. This procedure is done after evening washing.
• It is also necessary to make masks at home once a week that will help tighten the pores.
• Under no circumstances should you go to bed with makeup on your face. No matter how tired you are, find the strength to wash off your makeup and treat your face with toner.

Cleaning skin in a beauty salon

• Mechanical. The cosmetologist performs this cleaning manually. The face is steamed, and then the master removes sebaceous plugs and impurities from the pores. The procedure is painful and not suitable for sensitive skin, because the marks from cleaning last 1-2 days.
• Vacuum. Painless procedure. Fat and dirt are removed from the pores using a special suction tube.
• Ultrasonic. With this procedure, high-frequency sound vibrations cleanse the pores of oil and dirt. Very effective cleaning - it allows you to remove not only sebaceous plugs and dirt, but also smooth out fine wrinkles.
• There are also laser And Diamond leather resurfacing. But it is done only in very expensive beauty salons.

Homemade masks to tighten pores

Masks made from natural products and herbal infusions have a very good effect on narrowing pores. You need to make masks once a week. All masks are applied to a cleansed face, and after the mask, the cream you use should be applied to the skin. It is better to make masks on a day off so that you are not in a hurry and do not get nervous. With a mask on your face, it is recommended to lie quietly and not run around the house.

• Lemon mask. Mix 10 ml of fresh milk with 10 ml of thick natural yogurt, add the juice of half a lemon. Apply to skin. Leave for 15 minutes, then rinse with warm water using gentle massaging movements. Lemon juice not only cleanses, but also tightens pores and also perfectly moisturizes the skin.
• Mask with succinic acid. Grind 3-4 acid tablets and mix with a little water to form a paste. Apply to skin for 15 minutes, rinse with warm water. Succinic acid is sold in any pharmacy and is very cheap. It not only cleanses pores and fights acne, but also improves skin elasticity and prevents aging.
• Oatmeal mask with cucumber. Mix 10 g of oatmeal (not instant porridge, but flakes) and 10 ml of fresh cucumber juice. Slowly apply to skin with massaging movements. Keep for 30 minutes, rinse with warm water.
• White clay mask. Mix 10 g of white clay with 5 ml of fresh carrot juice and 3 drops of propolis tincture. Apply to skin in several layers. Wait until the mask dries completely on the skin, rinse with warm water. This mask has an excellent cleansing and pore-tightening effect that lasts for several days.
• Egg mask. It requires 1 egg white and 5 ml of fresh lemon juice, which should be mixed and whisked. Apply to skin, leave for 30 minutes, rinse with warm water. This mask perfectly cleanses the skin and fights pigmentation. It is also recommended as an excellent remedy against age-related sagging skin.
• Yogurt mask. Mix 100 ml of natural yogurt with 10 g of fresh mashed potatoes and a pinch of salt. Apply a thick layer to the skin to use the entire prepared portion of the mask. Lie down and lie down for 30 minutes, then wash off the mask with warm water.

Enlarged pores are not masked by either powder or foundation. Usually this problem is typical for those with oily skin type. A familiar situation: in the morning a face with neat makeup, and by lunchtime a shiny nose, forehead, cheeks and treacherously protruding pores. The problem of enlarged pores can come along with pimples, blackheads and other imperfections. But first things first.

Why? Excessive work of the sebaceous glands of the skin is the main reason for enlarged pores. Bacteria multiply quickly in sebum, causing inflammation. All people have pores, and we cannot narrow the genetically determined size of pores, but we can visually reduce and disguise them. Pores appear largest in the areas where the sebaceous glands are most active, which is the T-zone. Such problems are familiar to everyone who has mixed skin type.

How to care for your skin? How to tighten pores?

1. Cleansing: in the morning, wash your face with cool water, which tones the skin, tightens pores and helps reduce oiliness. It is recommended to cleanse the skin with water-soluble products - gels, foams; in the evening - cleanse with some lotion for oily skin, as well as salicylic acid. TIP: Wash your face at home with cold sparkling mineral water. Microelements will help restore the mineral balance of the skin, and the bubbles will improve complexion through micromassage.

2. Toning: After washing, refresh and cleanse the skin with tonic.

3. Nutrition skin with wide pores: in the morning, apply a nourishing cream with a minimal content of fatty components, and before going to bed, apply a thin layer of night cream. Moisturizing and protection: compresses with decoctions of medicinal herbs. Prevention: drink a glass of herbal tea every day; For oily, porous skin, masks are very useful: protein, protein-lemon, protein-camphor, fruit and vegetable, yeast, hydrogen peroxide.

4. Exfoliation: The main remedy for large pores is exfoliating problematic skin with acids. Choose products with salicylic, lactic, and glycolic acid. After peeling, the skin becomes smooth, clean and pleasant to the touch. Peeling should not be done on inflamed skin with pustular rashes. Many women abuse the magical properties of scrubs, making cleansing masks almost every day. This is a very dangerous mistake. The fact is that frequent peelings greatly dry out the skin, causing a deficiency of sebum. And this, in turn, is a trigger for restoring the lost lipid layer. That is, the skin begins to produce fatty lubricant in even greater quantities than before peeling. This leads to deterioration of the skin condition. You can use scrubs once or twice a week. In this case, the scrub should be applied to damp skin and rubbed with soft circular movements over the face. All movements must be very careful. The procedure is carried out for no less than one and no more than three minutes. It should be borne in mind that when using scrubs, a large number of microtraumas appear on the skin, which can become infected when going outside. Therefore, experts advise exfoliating with scrubs in the evening, before bed.

What's in the cosmetic bag?

Choose cosmetics containing acids, including nordihydroguaiaretic acid (NDGA), it normalizes the functioning of the sebaceous glands. It is advisable to use products from the same cosmetic line, which includes a cleansing gel, tonic, and a mask to tighten pores.

Cosmetics at home

Recipe No. 1

Grind the fresh yarrow flowers, add the same amount of gruel, honey, cream, 1 tsp. lemon juice and egg yolk. For dried herbs: 2 tbsp. spoons of dry yarrow pour 1 cup of boiling water, add 1 tbsp. l. sour cream, 1 tsp. starch.

Keep the mask on your face for 15 minutes.

Recipe No. 2

Cut the tomatoes into circles (1-2 pieces), stick them on your face for twenty minutes. Afterwards, rinse your face with warm water, then cold. Recommended for oily, earthy skin with large pores.

Recipe No. 3

Grind the egg yolk with 1 tsp. berry, fruit or vegetable juice. Add 1 tsp. vegetable oil and 1 tsp. sour cream. Apply to face. Wash off after 20 minutes.

Recipe No. 4

A tablespoon of grated dry sage leaves is mixed with a tablespoon of green medicinal clay and aloe gel (juice). The mask is applied in a layer of approximately 2 cm to the skin of the face, avoiding the area around the eyes, and kept until completely dry. Rinse with warm water, first soften the mask. It is advisable to avoid cracks in the clay mask. After applying a gel or makeup base to tighten the pores, use a primer that contains silicone polymers that fill uneven areas on the surface of the skin. For example, foundation with silicone particles from YSL. Then apply a light pore-tightening foundation with reflective particles. For example, mattifying foundation from Clinique. During the day, remove oily shine with mattifying wipes.

Proper diet

It is necessary to limit the consumption of fried, hot, spicy, fatty and sweet foods. Milk chocolate and other sweets should be excluded from the diet. All this affects the functioning of the sebaceous glands and enhances the synthesis of sebum. It is necessary to supplement your diet with complex vitamins, the lack of which has a detrimental effect on the condition of not only internal organs, but also the skin.

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How to get rid of enlarged pores on the face

There are four skin types: dry, combination, normal and oily. Those with oily skin are somewhat lucky - they don't have to worry about extra moisturizing their face. This type is less susceptible to aging, wrinkles appear much later than those with dry or normal skin. In winter, sebum protects the face from the negative effects of low temperatures and cold wind.

However, excess fat secretion provokes the proliferation of bacteria. The consequence of this is blackheads, pimples, inflammation. Oily skin is characterized by enlarged pores and pronounced shine. How can you eliminate the negative features of oily skin and narrow the pores on your face? Let's answer these questions in detail.

First of all, you should understand the cause of this problem. Excessive amount of sebum expands the pores, dirt and dust get into them. Over time, impurities accumulate and blackheads called comedones form on the skin. This environment is favorable for the growth of bacteria that cause acne. To prevent the appearance of blackheads, you need to start performing a set of cosmetic procedures as early as possible to narrow pores and reduce sebum secretion.

It is very important to perform procedures not only regularly, but also in moderation. You should not constantly cleanse your skin with aggressive cosmetics or overdry it with alcohol-containing lotions. Such actions will only lead to worse consequences over time.

Causes of enlarged pores on the face

Hereditary predisposition. All cosmetic procedures can narrow such pores only for a short time, and proper daily care will help not to worsen the situation.

Hormonal disorders. First, the cause should be eliminated; consultation with an endocrinologist is required.

Gender. Men have wider facial pores than women.

Puberty, oily problem skin.

Exposure to unfavorable environmental factors, poor diet and bad habits.

Improper skin care and the use of low-quality or unsuitable decorative cosmetics for your skin.

To successfully deal with enlarged pores, you need to adhere to the following rules:

1. You need to try to eat right, limit the consumption of sweet and fatty foods, and processed foods.

2. It will be useful to adhere to a daily routine, go to bed at the same time, and avoid stress and overwork.

3. Periodically visit a cosmetologist and do deep facial cleansing using professional methods.

4. Regularly carry out cosmetic procedures to tighten pores at home.

Healthy lifestyle and nutrition

Many people know about the health benefits of proper nutrition, but few adhere to such a regime. Treatment of problem skin should begin with a review of the diet. It is necessary to completely eliminate or at least extremely limit the consumption of fatty, fried foods, sweets, semi-finished products, and foods containing large quantities of food additives.

Preference in food should be given to cereals, vegetables, dairy products, lean meats, and fruits. You should eat regularly, without overeating or starving. Many girls have oily skin when they eat a lot of sweets (cakes, pastries).

You can improve your overall well-being and get rid of skin problems if you avoid stress and overwork. You need to rest more, play sports, walk in the fresh air, and lead an active lifestyle. You can strengthen your nervous system by mastering some spiritual practices, for example, yoga and meditation. It is useful to do breathing exercises and light gymnastics.

Professional cosmetic procedures to tighten pores

To be more effective, home skin care should be supplemented by regular visits to a cosmetologist. Deep facial cleansing can only be done correctly by a professional; it should include manual facial cleansing and ultrasonic peeling. Then the cosmetologist must apply a pigment-constricting mask and cream.

In addition, there are physiotherapeutic procedures that help improve the condition and appearance of oily skin and restore normal acid-base balance. These include: cryotherapy, electrophoresis, darsonvalization, galvanization, ultrasound therapy and some other cosmetological measures.

The darsonvalization procedure dries the skin and narrows enlarged pores. Thanks to its healing effect, it helps treat acne. It is carried out using a dry mask. The method is based on the influence of high-frequency alternating current. Long-term use may cause skin burns.

The use of galvanization enhances cleansing processes due to local stimulation of blood circulation. The method is based on the action of direct current. It cannot be used if the skin has wounds or damage.

Microwave therapy accelerates the healing process, destroys bacteria and tightens pores. It is based on the action of an electromagnetic field.

Cryotherapy dries and heals the skin. The procedure involves treating areas of skin with liquid nitrogen. Has a pleasant cooling and soothing effect on the skin.

Chemical peeling - renews the skin, tightens pores and removes oily shine. It is carried out in a cosmetology office by a qualified cosmetologist.

Microdermabrasion (mechanical peeling) - tightens pores, cleanses and smoothes the skin, removes fine wrinkles.

Narrowing pores at home

You can get rid of enlarged pores at home, without resorting to the help of specialists. The greatest effect can be achieved if cosmetic procedures are performed regularly. Without basic daily care, it will not be possible to tighten pores even in the most expensive beauty salons.

To get rid of enlarged pores on the face, you need to cleanse your face twice a day with a special washing gel, preferably containing fruit acids. After this, the skin should be treated with a tonic for oily skin. Compositions based on salicylic acid, cucumber or lemon juice have an excellent effect of narrowing pores. You can purchase this cosmetics at any store or pharmacy, preferably after consultation with a cosmetologist.

Oily skin does not need additional intensive hydration, but it also needs nutrition. Therefore, the day cream should have a light texture, a mattifying effect and be appropriate for the woman’s age. Night cream should be nourishing, but designed specifically for oily skin. You should be more careful when choosing foundations and BB creams, as these cosmetics clog enlarged pores and provoke the formation of even more skin defects. The concealer must be non-comedogenic and free of silicones. If necessary, you can use local corrective agents.

Serums with a pigment-constricting effect should be used in courses once a day for 1-2 weeks.

Once or twice a week you should use a homemade chemical peel or scrub and mask to tighten the pores. It is better to use a scrub with synthetic components; they do not injure the skin. Scrubbing elements of natural origin are crushed fruit seeds. They can injure the skin and cause inflammation. You can buy masks ready-made or prepare them yourself.

The advantage of homemade cosmetics is the guaranteed freshness of the product and natural composition. The consistency of all mixtures should be thick enough so as not to spread over the face or dry out. The composition should be prepared in glass or ceramic containers. The masks are applied to a clean face and left for 15-20 minutes. Then they are washed off with warm water and a pigment tightening cream is applied. Using masks allows you to quickly get rid of enlarged pores and prevent the appearance of rashes. They are most effective after deep cleansing the skin with scrub, acid or enzymes.

Recipes for masks to tighten pores at home

Clay-based masks for tightening pores

1. Masks based on cosmetic clay

For preparation, blue, white, black, green clay is used. You can buy it at the pharmacy. This product cleanses, tightens the skin, tightens pores. The masks are applied in a thick layer to cleansed facial skin. There are several simple recipes:

The clay should be poured with warm water, mixed thoroughly to a thick consistency, distributed evenly over the face and left for 15-20 minutes until completely dry. Then wash off.

Mix the clay equally with water and sunflower oil, add a little honey. You can enrich the composition with a few drops of any natural essential oil.

Combine clay with aloe juice, green tea and water. This composition perfectly cleanses pores and draws out dirt from them. It also reduces oil secretion, removes shine, refreshes the skin, relieves inflammation and redness.

2. Piglet tightening masks based on oatmeal

These products help cure acne and rashes, eliminate redness and blemishes of problem skin, and tighten pores. Masks based on oatmeal are very soft and do not act aggressively on the skin, so they can be used without harm 2 times a week. Making such a cosmetic product is not difficult:

Mix 1 tablespoon of pre-steamed flakes with the same amount of sour cream. Add a small amount of lemon juice. This composition cleanses the face well and tightens pores.

Combine the beaten egg white with two teaspoons of ground oatmeal. Add cucumber pickle. A greater effect can be achieved by adding a spoonful of soda or an aspirin tablet to the mixture.

3. Egg-based masks for tightening pores

This is a very effective remedy available to every woman. These products are based on egg whites whipped to a thick thick mass, which is why such masks are also called foam masks. These formulations should not be used too often; it is optimal to use them 2-3 times a month. There are many options for making a foam mask:

Combine the whipped whites into a stiff foam with grated plantain leaves. The resulting green mass narrows pores well.

Add lemon juice to the egg white. You can also include a small amount of alum in the mask; you can buy these salts at the pharmacy. This product works well even on very oily skin.

Mix oatmeal and whipped egg whites until a thick paste is obtained.

Combine the beaten egg with aloe juice and a small amount of steamed oatmeal. This mask will help remove excess sebum, reduce pores and remove impurities.

Mix fresh fruit or berry juice with protein. It is best to use natural juice of currants, lemon, viburnum, and cherries. Fruit and berry acid perfectly cleanses pores of impurities, and protein tightens them, preventing the appearance of acne.

Combine egg white, beaten with a pinch of salt, and finely grated raw potatoes.

4. Tomato-based pigment-reducing masks

Tomatoes are very healthy and rich in vitamins and nutrients. Tomato masks help normalize skin oiliness, remove redness and inflammation. This product also stimulates the healing processes of small wounds. Apply tomato masks for 15-20 minutes, remove with warm water. You can use the beneficial properties of tomatoes as follows:

Cut clean tomatoes into circles and spread over your face, excluding the area around the eyes. The top of the mask can be covered with gauze. This remedy is the simplest and at the same time very effective.

Peel the tomatoes, chop with a grater or pass through a sieve. Include a little starch or finely chopped potatoes and a little olive oil. Mix the ingredients to a homogeneous thick paste.

5. Honey masks to tighten pores

Masks based on natural honey help to narrow pores and reduce oily skin. You can prepare them in the following ways:

Combine two dessert spoons of yeast with liquid honey, add green tea, aloe juice or regular facial tonic.

Dilute 4 tablespoons of honey in the same amount of sour cream or yogurt. To enhance the effect, it will be useful to add a little citric acid.

Grind 1 tablespoon of almonds in a coffee grinder, add a hot herbal decoction, which includes 2 tablespoons of linden flowers, pine shoots, elderberry and chamomile flowers. Then add 1 teaspoon each of honey and flour. Apply the mask to your face and leave for 30 minutes.

To improve the condition and appearance of oily skin, tighten pores, get rid of acne and reduce shine, you need to regularly monitor the condition of your facial skin. It is necessary to combine professional cosmetic procedures and proper daily home care. It is important to adhere to a healthy diet and lead an active lifestyle. All these recommendations will help get rid of enlarged pores and reduce oily skin.