How to Shrink Skin Pores (+ Reasons for Enlarged Pores, Home Care Methods, Dermatological Procedures)

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Many of you are likely concerned about noticeably enlarged pores every time you look in the mirror. Since it is difficult for pores to shrink naturally once they widen, it is said to be important to accurately identify the cause of enlargement and manage them consistently.

Today, I will summarize everything for you in one go, from the reasons why skin pores enlarge, to home care methods for shrinking them, and even helpful dermatological procedures!

1. Reasons why pores widen

1) Excessive sebum secretion

It is said that excessive sebum secretion can cause pores to expand and appear wider. This is particularly common among those with oily skin.

 

2) Decrease in skin elasticity

Loss of skin elasticity can also cause pores to widen. It is said that pores can appear stretched as the skin sags due to the effects of UV rays or aging.

 

3) Accumulation of dead skin cells and waste products

If dead skin cells accumulate on the skin, the openings of the pores can become clogged, making them appear wider.

 

4) Skin irritation

It is said that pores can also widen due to heat stimulation from saunas or the use of irritating cosmetics.

2. Shrinking Skin Pores (Home Care)

If you are concerned about enlarged pores, you are likely looking for ways to shrink them. Let me share a few home care methods for managing your pores.

 

1) Thorough facial cleansing

First of all, thoroughly cleansing your face to prevent impurities and sebum from accumulating on the skin helps improve pores. However, since washing too harshly can damage the skin barrier, it is important to cleanse gently.

 

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2) Exfoliation

Since a buildup of dead skin cells can make pores appear enlarged, it is said that exfoliating at appropriate intervals according to your skin type can also help reduce the size of your pores.

 

3) Skin moisturizing care

It is said that it is important to apply moisturizer thoroughly after washing your face, as a healthy skin barrier helps prevent pores from enlarging.

 

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4) UV protection

Since UV rays can reduce skin elasticity and make pores appear larger, it is important to make a habit of applying sunscreen before going out.

 

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3. Reducing skin pores (dermatological procedure)

If it is difficult to manage your pores with home care alone, receiving dermatological treatments can be an option. I will tell you about a few dermatological procedures that help shrink and manage your pores.

 

1) CO2 Fraxel

CO2 Fraxel is said to be a procedure that helps improve increasingly enlarged pores. The treatment is reportedly performed by applying anesthetic cream, proceeding with the Fraxel treatment, and finishing with regenerative care.

They say the price for one session of Maypure CO2 Fraxel is 100,000 won.

 

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2) PicoFraxel

PicoFraxel is a procedure that regenerates the skin without damaging its surface; compared to conventional Fraxel, it is said to be less painful and have a shorter downtime. It is also said to help improve enlarged pores as well as acne scars.

The event price for Maypure PicoFraxel is 80,000 won per session, and the first-visit event price is 49,000 won.

 

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3) Larafil

If your pores appear enlarged due to a buildup of dead skin cells or sebum, you might consider Lara Peel. Lara Peel is a peeling treatment that gently dissolves dead skin cells without stripping them, allowing for balanced management of dead skin cells and sebum on the skin's surface.

They say the price for one session of Maypure Lara Peel is 100,000 won.

 

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4) Skin Botox

Skin Botox is a procedure that involves injecting Botox into the skin layer rather than the muscles, and it is said to help naturally improve pores, elasticity, and skin texture.

 

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5) Collagen Toning

Collagen toning is a procedure that promotes collagen regeneration and is said to help achieve clear and elastic skin by shrinking pores and improving skin elasticity.

The event price for Maypure Collagen Toning is 60,000 won per session, and the first-visit event price is 40,000 won.

 

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4. Q&A

1) Is it possible to improve pores with a skin booster treatment?

: Elavie Rituo It is a skin booster that helps improve pores, skin texture, blemishes, and elasticity by replenishing the key components of ECM, which make up the actual structure of the skin.

The event price for Maypure Elavie Rituo is 600,000 won per session.

 

👉Reset pores, elasticity, and texture all at once! Check out Elavie Rituo details

 

Vitaran In the case of this product, it is a skin booster in which high-purity PN ingredients work deep within the skin to restore the foundation of elasticity, and it is said to help improve overall skin tissue, including pores, elasticity, and wrinkles.

The event price for Maypure Vita is 160,000 won per session, and the first-visit event price is 109,000 won.

 

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Libby Hill Elastic It is a skin booster containing collagen, and it is said to help improve pores as well as skin elasticity.

The event price for Maypure Libbyhill Elastic is 150,000 won, and the first-visit event price is 129,000 won.

 

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2) Can pores on oily skin look wider more easily?

Since pore enlargement can occur more easily with excessive sebum secretion, pores can easily appear wide on oily skin.

 

 

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Enlarged pores are the result of a complex interplay of various factors, including sebum, elasticity, and dead skin cells. It is important to identify the cause and provide customized care; if improvement is difficult with home care alone, combining it with professional dermatological treatments can be helpful.

I hope you refer to the methods I shared today for shrinking pores and maintain smooth skin!

 

 

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