There are many treatments for skin pores. Dermatologists use tretinoin creams, chemical peels, and lasers to treat open pores.
The cause of open facial pores:
Pores are essential for healthy skin, however, some people have more prominent pores. Pore size is genetically predetermined. People with acne-prone and oily skin are more prone to large pores. Enlarged pores occur mostly in the areas of high sebaceous glands, including the nose and cheeks.
Do skin pores get bigger with age?
Loss of collagen support around pores leads to enlargement over time. Collagen decreases with age, exposure to sunlight, and in people who smoke.
Simple methods to control and prevent open pores:
- Wash your face daily with a washing gel containing salicylic acid. Avoid oil-based cosmetics that may clog pores. of materials Use oil-free and non-comedogenic water-based makeup.
- Use an oil-free moisturizer that is light on your skin. It can be from Protect your skin.
Treatment of open pores:
- Tretinoin creams
- AHA creams
- Microneedling
- PRP injection
- CO2 laser
- Erbium laser (Fotona)
The number of sessions required in microneedling is 8 to 10 sessions per month and in laser 3 to 4 sessions per month.
The goal of treating pores is not to close them completely, because as we said, pores are a natural part of healthy skin. With laser treatment, pores become smaller by about 40%.
Regarding pre- and post-operative care, refer to the section (pre- and post-operative care)
