Large pores are generally associated with acne and oily skin. Am I an anomaly? My facial skin is very dry actually, but I have large open pores on my face at the same time. Because this is different than what you normally hear of, I really don't know how to treat this issue. I know I am not going to use face washes for oily skin, because that will only make matters worse. But there must be something I can do to minimize my pores? Are there any tips and tricks out there for dry skin with open pores, or products that minimize pores for people with dry skin?
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I discovered that the two main things you need are:
1. Hyaluronic acid, which attracts moisture like crazy WITHOUT actually making your skin oily. It is wonderful and available in many different serums. You want to go for a slightly more expensive one. I don't want to sound like an advertiser so I won't specify brands I have used unless you want to hear.
2. Glycolic acid. This is great for exfoliation and pore reduction without making your skin even drier.
Good luck! You'll get there!
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Have you considered laser therapy for large pores? Both Fraxel laser and Micro laser peels hold potential for you, and they will not make your skin any drier than it already is. The Halo laser might be another option for you if you have large pores and dry skin. Once you are able to reduce the size of your pores, you can then concentrate on moisturizing your skin without worries, and yes, I agree that hyaluronic acid is a superb suggestion for people with dry skin.
Rather than struggling along with cosmetics, I would consult a medical spa to see what your options are, in any case.
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Hmmm... oily skin isn't the only cause of large pores though it's the thing we tend to associate with large pores. Genetics also have a big part to play and as you get older, your pores get larger as well... But still, skincare is so important too. If you don't have a good skin care routine in place, your pores will get clogged and appear even larger. In your situation, aside from using a gentle oil free cleanser and a good moisturiser for dry skin 'cause that's your skin type, I'd try dry brushing for skin cell rejuvenation and then also pick a toner. If things don't get better, see a dermatologist to see what they can recommend for you.
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At the end of the day your "large pores" may just be normal. I doubt other people see them the same way we do under artificial light looking into a magnified mirror up close!
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