What is Enlarged Pores
Pores are superficial skin structures on the face and scalp as small openings. These pores have the mechanism of production of sebum and oil which is then pushed out of the skin. These openings are unable to be reduced due to the formation of follicular plugs made due to the accumulation of oil, sebum, and dead cells together oxidised also known as comedones. These enlarged pores can be a cosmetic concern that makes a person embarrassed in front of others and impacts their quality of life. The textured appearance often termed an ‘orange peel appearance’ is the enlarged pores. These enlarged pores can be very tricky to treat and test the patience of the person suffering due to a lack of knowledge of the pathophysiology of the skin structure and skin renewal cycle.
Types of Open Pores:
Oily Pores: Often found in individuals with oily skin, these pores appear enlarged due to excess oil production and clogged pores, leading to acne and blackheads.
Aging Pores: As skin ages, it loses elasticity, causing pores to stretch and appear larger, particularly around the nose and cheeks.
Dehydrated Pores: When skin lacks moisture, it can cause pores to appear more prominent. Dehydrated skin compensates by producing more oil, leading to enlarged pores.
Congested Pores: These are clogged with dirt, oil, or dead skin cells, making them look larger and more visible.
Each type of open-pore requires specific skincare treatments for minimizing appearance and maintaining healthy skin.
Causes of Enlarged pores/ Relation with the acne:
There are lot of evidence that determines that seborrhea (excessive secretion of sebum from sebaceous gland), loss of skin elasticity and tension due to aging or dryness, and size of hair follicle size are the most proven facts for the pathogenesis of enlarged pores. Other several associated factors enlarge the pore size including genetics, acne, photodamage due to sun, chronic radiodermatitis, and vitamin A deficiency.
If we talk about gender-specific problems related to open pores, it is usually seen that among men there is a direct relationship between sebum output and pore size, and among women, it is driven by a higher level of testosterone. Many studies show that sebum production and pore size increase during the ovulation phase of the monthly cycle. The occurrence of acne also is related to enlarged pores, though the extent of seborrhea that does have a shot is still unclear. Furthermore, the problem of acne and its severity can have other reasons which has no relation with pore size.
The Myth of Enlarged Pores
When skin is exposed to heat the pores open up and when exposed to cold the size of the pores shrinks.” This is a myth and a misnomer used to address the pore size as they do not open and close as doors. The heat exposure can only temporarily expand the pore size which is why the aestheticians/consultants steam the face during the initial steps of medi-facials, so that it loosens the blackhead comedons stuck within the pore and results in painless removal during extraction.
Simple ways to get rid of Enlarged / Open pores:
Every skin type can have a separate skincare regime to deal with the open pores in day-to-day life. The moisturizing products contain various trusted active ingredients. The oily skin type will benefit if the product contains a high concentration of humectants rather than oils like honey or urea because hydration will suffice their requirement for keeping healthy. For dry skin type, oil-based products like petroleum, coconut oil, and other kinds of oil are very effective as they will keep the skin hydrated as well as provide a moisturizing effect. However, the dry skin type also suffers from the problem of large pores as they do not apply moisturizer making it de-hydrated and, in a way, skin starts producing oil on its own to keep itself moisturized.
Washing the face is basic skin care but make sure you read bold words more carefully. Here is what you can do:
• Washing the face up to twice a day, or more after sweating a lot or doing sports with a splash of water
• Gently apply a cleanser using lukewarm water with a clean hand
• Avoiding scrubbing or rubbing the skin every day
• Pat gently with a clean towel or tissue paper
How to promote healthy skin?
Home care and regular skin care can help reduce the visibility of pores. Overall health also determines a person’s skin
• Eating well
• Drinking plenty of water
• Exercising regularly
When to see a doctor
When there are ongoing problems like acne, pigmentation, or patchy skin, do not hesitate to consult a doctor. And then if required they can go for aesthetic treatments rather than just home care or topical application.
Large Pores Treatment in Lucknow
At AAURA Aesthetic, we offer some of the best treatments for large pores in Lucknow. To minimize the appearance of open pores and achieve a smoother, more refined complexion, we provide the following effective options:
Microneedling: Microneedling treatment stimulates collagen production and improves skin texture by using fine needles to create micro-injuries in the skin, which helps reduce pore size.
Skin Rejuvenation by IPL (Intense Pulsed Light): IPL therapy targets pigmentation and redness, helping to improve overall skin tone and reduce the appearance of enlarged pores.
Laser Toning: This procedure uses laser technology to even out skin texture and reduce pore size by promoting collagen synthesis and tightening the skin.
GFC (Growth Factor Concentrate): GFC involves applying a serum rich in growth factors to rejuvenate the skin, improve elasticity, and minimize pore visibility.
Mesotherapy: This technique involves injecting a customized blend of vitamins, enzymes, and hyaluronic acid into the skin to improve hydration and reduce pore size.
Threads: Non-surgical thread lifts stimulate collagen production and tighten the skin, which can help reduce the appearance of large pores.
Carbon Peel: Also known as a carbon laser facial, this treatment uses a laser to remove dead skin cells and excess oil, refining the skin’s surface and minimizing pore size.
Each treatment at AAURA Aesthetic is tailored to address specific skin concerns and deliver optimal results for a smoother, more even complexion.
Although there are several treatment options and home remedies. It's always advisable that if the condition is visible to the naked eye you can start with the treatments with the doctors. Expecting desired results in one session is an unrealistic expectation. It depends on person to person the amount of time taken by the skin to get the results and also several sessions required. Along with clinical treatment, home care, and healthy eating habits with lifestyle changes and supplements the treatment results are expected to be much faster.
Last but not least, once the desired results are at least 80-90 % achieved, it is recommended to take care of your skin always because skin renewal is a cycle and skin will change every 30-60 days as per age group. Therefore, the changes are not permanent but can be maintained by a dedicated skin regime and maintenance sessions in a 3-6 months gap at the clinic.