{"id":1293,"date":"2021-08-16T22:22:09","date_gmt":"2021-08-16T22:22:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/blog\/?p=1293"},"modified":"2022-11-02T16:33:53","modified_gmt":"2022-11-02T16:33:53","slug":"how-to-minimize-pores","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/pro-tips\/how-to-minimize-pores\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Minimize Pores: Tips &#038; Tricks that Work"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pores are a longtime hot topic in the skincare space! There are so many questions around how to shrink pores, how to open them, how to close them, how to keep them clear and more. In this post, we\u2019ll talk about exactly what pores are, how they function, what affects pore size and more.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/pro-tips\/how-to-minimize-pores\/#What_affects_pore_size_and_why_are_my_pores_so_big\" >What affects pore size and why are my pores so big?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/pro-tips\/how-to-minimize-pores\/#Genetics_affects_pore_size\" >Genetics affects pore size<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/pro-tips\/how-to-minimize-pores\/#Sun_and_age_can_have_an_effect_on_your_pores\" >Sun and age can have an effect on your pores<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/pro-tips\/how-to-minimize-pores\/#Photodamage\" >Photodamage&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/pro-tips\/how-to-minimize-pores\/#Can_you_reduce_pore_size\" >Can you reduce pore size?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/pro-tips\/how-to-minimize-pores\/#Tips_for_How_to_Minimize_Pores\" >Tips for How to Minimize Pores&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/pro-tips\/how-to-minimize-pores\/#Pore_minimizing_products\" >Pore minimizing products&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/pro-tips\/how-to-minimize-pores\/#Pore_minimizing_and_clearing_tools\" >Pore minimizing and clearing tools&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/pro-tips\/how-to-minimize-pores\/#Be_mindful_of_climate\" >Be mindful of climate&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/pro-tips\/how-to-minimize-pores\/#Dont_smoke\" >Don\u2019t smoke&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/pro-tips\/how-to-minimize-pores\/#Eat_well\" >Eat well&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/pro-tips\/how-to-minimize-pores\/#Wear_sunscreen\" >Wear sunscreen&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/pro-tips\/how-to-minimize-pores\/#Exfoliate_regularly\" >Exfoliate regularly&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/pro-tips\/how-to-minimize-pores\/#Get_enough_sleep\" >Get enough sleep&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/pro-tips\/how-to-minimize-pores\/#Drink_enough_water\" >Drink enough water&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/pro-tips\/how-to-minimize-pores\/#Stay_ahead_of_oil\" >Stay ahead of oil&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/pro-tips\/how-to-minimize-pores\/#Follow_your_AM_PM_skincare_routine\" >Follow your AM + PM skincare routine&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/pro-tips\/how-to-minimize-pores\/#Summary\" >Summary&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_pores\"><\/span><strong>What are pores?&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Simply put, pores are small openings in your skin. They are the opening of your hair follicles, and these hair follicles extend down through several layers of your skin. Each follicle, or pore, contains one shaft of hair, which may or may not be visible. Each of us has about 5 million hair follicles, so the&nbsp;amount&nbsp;of pores we fixate on is relatively tiny in proportion to the rest of our pores.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each pore contains its own sebaceous gland, which produces sebum (oil). So it makes sense that pores get clogged as this oil often mixes with dead skin cells and other surface debris. People love pore minimizing skincare because it helps pores shrink into a smoother, supple surface which can even have an anti-aging effect.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_affects_pore_size_and_why_are_my_pores_so_big\"><\/span><strong>What affects pore size and why are my pores so big?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s good to know what\u2019s potentially causing the appearance of enlarged pores and how to minimize your pores so they are easier to keep clean and unclogged.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Genetics_affects_pore_size\"><\/span><strong>Genetics affects pore size<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may have your parents and ancestors to blame or thank for the size of your pores. People who have naturally very oily skin are likely to have larger pores because they are more actively releasing oil through wider openings. This isn\u2019t necessarily a bad thing,&nbsp;though.&nbsp;Large pores, and oily skin in general, can counteract the visible signs of aging and wrinkling.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sun_and_age_can_have_an_effect_on_your_pores\"><\/span><strong>Sun and age can have an effect on your pores<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As we age, our skin cells produce less collagen and other structural proteins, causing skin to become thinner and lose&nbsp;it\u2019s&nbsp;elasticity.&nbsp; This leads to the onset of wrinkles and a loss of youthful looking skin but also means our pores may become more visible and can become stretched into a kind of tear shape.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Photodamage\"><\/span><strong>Photodamage<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Photodamage may also, with time, expand your pores. Sun exposure can cause inflammation and skin damage and this can lead to changes in your skin, making it drier and rougher. This roughness around your pores\u2019 edges, can make them appear larger.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_reduce_pore_size\"><\/span><strong>Can you reduce pore size?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How to make pores smaller is a common skincare question. The fact is, you can\u2019t actually make pores smaller in size or reduce the number of your pores, because your oil glands will remain where they are from a genetic standpoint. However, there\u2019s a lot you can do to make them appear smaller and prevent them from expanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_How_to_Minimize_Pores\"><\/span><strong>Tips for How to Minimize Pores<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s some of our best tips and suggestions on how to minimize pores on your face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pore_minimizing_products\"><\/span><strong>Pore minimizing products<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to skincare for pores, some of the best pore minimizer products to add into your daily skincare routine are a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/shop\/redefine-pore-refining-toner\/p\/AATN125\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pore minimizing toner<\/a>, or products with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/shop\/recharge-detox-mask\/p\/RCDMF50\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">charcoal<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/shop\/redefine-daily-clay-cleanser\/p\/AAWA125\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">clay<\/a> that draw out impurities. Look for other pore minimizing products such as serums and face masks that shrink the look of your pores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pore_minimizing_and_clearing_tools\"><\/span><strong>Pore minimizing and clearing tools<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tools may be used by your dermatologist or skincare professional to help clear pores and decongest the skin. Some tools are suitable and available for personal use. A great&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/shop\/pore-cleansing-md-system\/p\/XTPCS01\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pore cleaner tool<\/a>&nbsp;provides a pro-level cleanse at home by minimizing pores, removing blackheads, and breaking down dirt and oil.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_mindful_of_climate\"><\/span><strong>Be mindful of climate&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you live in a warm climate, it can feel as if your pores are holding onto excess sebum! When you&#8217;re in the sun, humidity, pollution, or even on an airplane with dry air, there are different environmental factors to consider when it comes to protecting, then clearing, your pores.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_smoke\"><\/span><strong>Don\u2019t smoke&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You already know that smoking is terrible for your skin by depriving it of important nutrients and speeding up the aging process. Other bad health habits that can lead to larger pores include having a bad diet, a lack of proper hydration, propensity for tanning beds, and face-washing neglect.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_well\"><\/span><strong>Eat well&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8230;and take your vitamins! Nutritious food and a balanced diet supports the skin and can prevent clogged pores due to food sensitivities. Food such as dairy or ingredients like spirulina can cause clogged pores for some individuals.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wear_sunscreen\"><\/span><strong>Wear sunscreen<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wear it every day, even if it\u2019s overcast. As Dr. Katie Rodan and Dr. Kathy Fields say, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/pro-tips\/sun-damage-and-importance-of-sunscreen\/\">every day is Sun Day<\/a>.&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>Make sure it\u2019s at least SPF 30.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exfoliate_regularly\"><\/span><strong>Exfoliate regularly<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/shop\/redefine-pore-refining-toner\/p\/AATN125\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">exfoliating toner<\/a> every morning and night will help keep your skin clear and help keep pores looking as small as possible.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_enough_sleep\"><\/span><strong>Get enough sleep<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You want to aim for 7-8 hours per night so that your skin has proper time to naturally recharge,&nbsp;recover&nbsp;and regenerate.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drink_enough_water\"><\/span><strong>Drink enough water<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At least 8 glasses of water&nbsp;makes&nbsp;a difference when it comes to your skin. Hydrated naturally skin acts younger, promoting improved elasticity and clearer, brighter pores.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stay_ahead_of_oil\"><\/span><strong>Stay ahead of oil<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use oil blotting papers on extra oily areas of your&nbsp;skin, or&nbsp;wash once more a day to keep excess oil at bay. In the morning and evening, wash your face with warm water, and then finish off with a splash of cold water to refresh&nbsp;your&nbsp;pores.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Follow_your_AM_PM_skincare_routine\"><\/span><strong>Follow your AM + PM skincare routine&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While it\u2019s impossible to reduce the size of your pores with cosmetic products,&nbsp; there\u2019s a lot you can do to make them appear smaller and prevent their expansion. In the morning and evening, wash your face with warm water, and then finish off with a splash of cold water to refresh your&nbsp; pores. Moisturizers and SPF&nbsp;should also always be in the picture, so consider your preferences of a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/blog\/pro-tips\/lotion-vs-cream\/\">lotion vs. cream<\/a>&nbsp;for optimal comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary\"><\/span><strong>Summary&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As stated earlier, it\u2019s not necessarily a bad thing to have large pores, especially since oil secretion can be great for skin in an anti-aging sense. The natural oils in your skin also provide a natural layer of protection and moisture. However, we all look a little fresher and more youthful with minimized pores. Minimizing and caring for your pores is just another part of taking care of your skin!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">May good pores be with you!&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pores are a longtime hot topic in the skincare space! There are so many questions around how to shrink pores, how to open them, how to close them, how to keep them clear and more. 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