What causes enlarged pores? Learn about home pore care methods and even dermatological procedures.

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You have likely felt at least once that your pores look more prominent than before. It is said that pores often appear more noticeable, especially during times like these when the weather gets warmer and sebum production increases.

Today, I will summarize everything from the reasons why pores become prominent, to pore care methods you can do at home, and how you can get help from a dermatologist.

1. Reasons why pores become prominent

Pores can become enlarged and appear more prominent due to a variety of causes, more than you might think.

 

1) Excessive sebum secretion

One of the main causes of enlarged pores is sebum secretion. When sebum is secreted excessively, sebum and waste products accumulate inside the pores, which can make them appear wider and more prominent.

 

2) Decrease in skin elasticity

It is said that a decrease in skin elasticity is also a factor that causes pores to sag and become more prominent. As skin elasticity declines due to aging or UV exposure, the support structure around the pores weakens, which can make them appear stretched.

 

3) Accumulation of dead skin cells and waste products

It is said that if dead skin cells accumulate on the skin surface or waste remains inside the pores, the pores may appear more prominent.

 

4) Incorrect extrusion habits

It is said that the habit of frequently squeezing or forcefully extracting blackheads or sebum with your hands due to concerns about them can also cause pores to become more prominent. Excessive squeezing can irritate the skin around the pores, making them appear even wider.

2 . Home care pore management methods

If you are concerned about enlarged pores, starting pore care at home can be a good solution.

 

1) Thorough cleansing

It is said that the fundamental step in pore care is cleansing. Since pores can become clogged or appear enlarged if sebum and impurities are not properly removed, it is important to wash your face thoroughly to ensure no residue remains.

 

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2) Exfoliation

It is said that gently exfoliating according to your skin condition is also beneficial. However, you should be careful, as exfoliating too frequently can weaken the skin barrier.

 

Check out the proper exfoliation and skincare methods

 

3) UV protection

If skin elasticity decreases due to UV rays, pores also become enlarged and more prominent, so it is recommended to apply sunscreen generously on a regular basis and reapply it every 2 to 3 hours if you are spending a long time outdoors.

 

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4) Hydration and Soothing Care

It is said that since a lack of moisture in the skin can lead to increased sebum secretion, using lightweight moisturizing or soothing products on a regular basis can be helpful in maintaining skin balance.

3. Pore management dermatology procedures

If you find it difficult to manage your pores with home care, you can seek help from dermatological procedures. If you are concerned about prominent pores, it is said that you can consider the following treatments.

 

1) Livicol

Revicol is a procedure that directly fills the skin with high-purity collagen, allowing you to expect immediate volume and elasticity. It is described as an anti-aging treatment that simultaneously cares for pores, skin texture, and fine lines.

The limited launch price for Maypure Revicol is said to be 150,000 won for 1cc and 290,000 won for 2cc.

 

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2) Elavie Rituo

Elavie Rituo is a skin booster that replenishes ECM ingredients deep within the skin to firm it from the bottom up, and it is said to help improve skin elasticity as well as pores and skin texture.

The event price for Maypure Elavie Rituo is said to be 490,000 won per session.

 

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

 

3) Vitaran

Vitaran is a PN skin booster that is said to be a procedure that promotes collagen production to strengthen the skin barrier and helps lead to overall tissue improvement, including pores, elasticity, and wrinkles.

The event price for Maypure Vita is 160,000 won per session, and it is said that you can receive the treatment for 109,000 won on your first visit.

 

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4) Libbyhill Elastic

Libby Hill Elastic is a skin booster containing collagen, and it is said to be a treatment that helps with pore elasticity care and intensive skin firming.

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

 

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5) PicoFraxel

PicoFraxel is a procedure that regenerates the skin without damaging surrounding tissue, and it is said to be helpful for enlarged pores, acne scars, and improving skin texture.

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

 

👉Perfectly improve enlarged pores! Check out PicoFraxel details

 

6) Collagen Toning

Collagen toning is a procedure that uses a 1064nm long-pulse Nd:YAG laser to promote collagen regeneration, and it is said to help improve pigmentation disorders, as well as shrink pores and improve skin texture.

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

 

👉 Improve pores and elasticity without skin irritation! Check out Collagen Toning details

 

7) Potenza

Potenza is a procedure that delivers high-frequency energy to the dermis layer through micro-needles to promote collagen production and aid in skin regeneration, and it is said to be used to improve enlarged pores or acne scars.

I heard that you can get the Potenza treatment at Maypure Pyeongnae Hopyeong branch.

 

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8) Skin Botox

It is said that Botox treatments also help with pore management. In the case of Skin Botox, injecting a small amount of Botox into the skin layers is said to help improve fine lines, skin texture, and elasticity along with pores.

 

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4. Q&A

1) It seems like my pores have widened due to a buildup of dead skin cells and sebum. What kind of treatment would be helpful in this case?

If enlarged pores are caused by accumulated dead skin cells and sebum, you may consider Lara Peel. Lara Peel is a low-irritation peeling treatment that gently dissolves and removes dead skin cells without stripping them, and it also aids in skin regeneration and the normalization of the skin barrier.

The price for the Maypure Lara Peel first-visit event is said to be 59,000 won.

 

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2) Is managing pores at home alone sufficient?

In the early stages, home care can be helpful, but it is recommended to combine it with professional care depending on the condition.

 

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Today, for those concerned about enlarged pores, I explained pore management methods divided into home care and dermatological procedures. Since pores can become more prominent due to various factors such as sebum, elasticity, and lifestyle habits, it is recommended to assess your skin condition and maintain consistent care.

If your pores seem more prominent these days, I hope you will review your skincare routine starting now!

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