Learn about pore-shrinking treatments (+causes of enlarged pores, home care management methods)

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You may be bothered by enlarged pores around your nose and cheeks every time you look in the mirror. If your pores have widened due to excessive sebum production, loss of skin elasticity, or acne scars, it is said that you can manage them to make them appear less noticeable through pore-minimizing procedures tailored to your skin condition.

Today, I will summarize everything from the causes of enlarged pores to the treatments available for shrinking them, as well as home care management methods.

1. Causes of enlarged pores

1) Excessive sebum secretion

It is said that excessive sebum production can cause pores, the passageways through which sebum is expelled, to widen. In particular, pores in areas with well-developed sebaceous glands, such as the nose, the area around the nose, and the forehead, are said to be more prone to widening.

 

2) Decrease in skin elasticity

As we age, the decrease in collagen and elastic fibers weakens the support around the pores. This can cause the pores to sag downwards, making them appear long and wide vertically.

 

3) Recurring acne and inflammation

Repeatedly squeezing acne or deep inflammation can damage the tissue surrounding the pores. It is said that this process can cause the skin surface to become uneven, making pores and acne scars appear more prominent.

 

4) UV exposure

Ultraviolet rays are one of the factors that damage collagen, which maintains skin elasticity. It is said that repeated exposure to UV rays can lead to a decrease in skin elasticity and make pores more noticeable.

2. Dermatology procedures to reduce pore size

It is said that for already enlarged pores, considering dermatological procedures can be helpful rather than just repeating home care.

 

1) Quadsay

Quadsay is a procedure that combines non-invasive RF with microneedle RF to deliver energy stepwise from the skin surface to the dermis, helping to improve pores, scars, and fine skin elasticity. It is said that receiving it together with a skin booster can yield synergistic effects, ranging from assisting in the delivery of regenerative ingredients to pore tightening.

The event price for the Maypure Quadsay RF is said to be 159,000 won.

 

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2) PicoFraxel

PicoFraxel is a procedure that regenerates the skin without damaging the surface, and it is said to help improve enlarged pores.

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) Collagen Toning

Collagen toning is a procedure that delivers energy deep into the dermis to promote collagen regeneration, and it is said to be effective for shrinking pores and improving skin elasticity.

The price for the Maypure Collagen Toning first-visit event is said to be 40,000 won per session.

 

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4) Livicol

Rivicol is a collagen booster that directly replenishes high-purity collagen to the skin, strengthening elasticity from within and inducing continuous collagen regeneration. It is said to help improve pores along with providing immediate improvements in volume and firmness.

The event price for Maypure Revicol is said to be 150,000 won per 1cc and 290,000 won per 2cc. The first-visit event price is said to be 119,000 won per 1cc and 219,000 won per 2cc.

 

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5) Libby Hill Elastic

Liviheal Elastic is a line focused on pores and elasticity. It contains collagen to deliver a lifting effect to the skin and is said to help with skin texture care.

The event price for Maypure Liviheal Elastic is 150,000 won per session, and it is said that you can receive the treatment for 129,000 won on your first visit.

 

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6) Jubelock

Juvelook is a collagen booster that adds moisture and radiance with HA and induces collagen production deep within the skin with PDLLA. Maypure claims that by performing Juvelook as a Quad Say, it can provide three-dimensional care for skin texture, pores, and elasticity concerns.

The event price for Maypure Juvelook is said to be 179,000 won based on Quadsay + Juvelook 1cc.

 

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7) Skin Botox

Skin Botox involves injecting a small amount of Botox into the skin layer rather than the muscles, and it is said to help naturally improve pores, fine lines, and skin elasticity.

The price of Maypure Skin Botox is said to be 80,000 won based on domestic Botox.

 

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3. Pore Home Care Methods

It is said that while it is difficult to completely shrink already enlarged pores with home care alone, it can help prevent further loss of skin elasticity.

 

1) Gentle facial cleansing

Some people wash their face with hot water or scrub hard until their skin feels squeaky clean to remove sebum from their pores. However, since hot water and excessive washing can irritate the skin barrier, it is recommended to wash your face gently with lukewarm water.

 

2) Sufficient moisturization

It is said that if your skin lacks moisture, excessive sebum secretion can lead to enlarged pores, so it is advisable to pay attention to moisturizing care on a daily basis. It is recommended to thoroughly apply a hydrating cream or moisturizing cream after washing your face, before your skin dries out.

 

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3) Use sunscreen

It is recommended to apply plenty of sunscreen before going out, as UV rays can reduce skin elasticity and widen pores.

 

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4. Q&A

1) Is a pore-shrinking treatment effective after just one session?
After the procedure, skin texture may be refined or pores may temporarily appear less prominent. However, since pores are affected by various factors such as sebum secretion and elasticity, a single treatment may not be sufficient. Repeated treatments may be necessary depending on skin condition and the type of procedure.

 

2) Can pores widen again even after receiving pore treatment?

Even if skin texture and elasticity improve through pore treatments, pores may become prominent again if aging, UV exposure, and sebum secretion continue.

 

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Enlarged pores can appear due to excessive sebum, decreased skin elasticity, or remaining acne scars. Therefore, it is recommended to check your skin condition, such as the shape of the pores and skin thickness.

I hope you refer to the information I shared today and consider a pore-minimizing procedure that suits your current skin condition!

 

 

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