How to get rid of Open Pores? Causes, Treatments & Prevention
Investing in good stocks can make you rich over the years. But, do you know what kind of investment can make you look happier with a dose of confidence? A regular investment in skincare. When it comes to skincare, tackling the skin issues you face becomes vital to flaunt a flawless skin. Open pores are one of the common skincare issues faced by many irrespective of age and gender. While open pores are a natural part of your skin’s texture, enlarged and big pores will affect how the skin looks and can make one feel self-conscious. Thanks to growing advancements in skincare, there are numerous treatments to treat open pores and minimize their appearance But, first, know how open pores look and what causes it.
What are Open Pores?
Our skin has tiny openings called Pores, which allows the skin to breathe. These pores are natural and contain sebaceous oil glands to moisturize the skin. When these pores get inflamed or clogged or dilated, they grow in size and appear bigger, known as Open Pores.
What causes Open Pores?
Open pores are triggered by a number of factors such as:
➤ Excess oil production by sebaceous glands on skin can stretch pores
➤ Aging; as you age, your skin produces lesser collagen, which reduces skin elasticity and causes larger looking pores
➤ Genetics; Some people get larger pores because of a family history of open pores.
➤ Wrong skincare; Improper removal of makeup, dirt accumulation on the skin and dead skin cells can cause open pores.
➤ UV Rays: Absence of sunscreen usage can cause skin damage due to UV rays’ exposure, which can deplete collagen and make skin more susceptible to open pores.
➤ Hormonal imbalance; Hormonal changes during pregnancy, puberty and menstruation can also trigger open / enlarged pores.
Some of the common types of open pores are: Oily pores, dry pores & Combination pores. These commonly occur on the face in areas such as nose, cheeks and forehead.
Treatments for Open Pores
Just how every problem has a solution, open pores too come with treatments that can minimize their appearance and make open pores look smaller over time. Open pores, when left untreated can become blackheads or whiteheads when clogged. This is why it’s best to treat them to make your skin look clean and clear. But you should know, open pores cannot be closed or treated on the spot instantly. Instead, treatments work to make them look smaller and less noticeable. This way, people won’t even notice the existence of them.
1. PRP
Platelet Rich Plasma is a popular skin treatment that effectively improves collagen production on skin, making skin look younger and tighter. With PRP sessions, collagen production is stimulated to tighten skin around open or enlarged pores, reducing their overall appearance. Over a few sessions, your skin will appear tight and smooth, making the pores look smaller and less noticeable. As the treatment uses natural growth factors from one’s own sample of blood, it involves no major risks or side effects. The results are long-lasting. When combined with microneedling, PRP works like magic to tighten enlarged pores.
2. Microneedling
Microneedling is a procedure where micro injuries are created on the pores affected region through tiny needles. When these tiny wounds heal through natural healing process, collagen is produced in the skin, resulting in a tighter, firmer and even toned skin. This improves the appearance of the pores, making it smaller. This is a minimally invasive treatment and is often combined with other treatments for best results. Even as a standalone treatment, this works well to treat various skin issues like mild scars, wrinkles, fine lines and open pores.
3. ExoGlo
This is an advanced and latest regenerative skincare treatment, which is known to deliver results in just a few sessions. The treatment is globally popular and well known for its natural results in a quick span of time. In this treatment, exosomes are derived from the patient’s own blood sample. These exosomes have the power to stimulate collagen production for a young healthier skin. You can notice a visible improvement in overall skin texture after the treatment, making enlarged pores look smaller and barely noticeable.
ExoGlo is a breakthrough treatment known for producing results 2 times faster than other treatments. In less than 3 weeks, one can notice great changes.
In India, ExoGlo is now available at VCare, along with various other skincare treatments.
4. StemGen PRP
StemGen PRP is a treatment that uses patient's own blood to stimulate collagen production, tighten the skin and thereby reducing the size of open pores. This procedure is usually combined with microneedling to boost the results. Microneedling increases the healing tendency of the skin by creating micro injuries, and PRP will fasten the repair process and nourish the skin. This treatment along with home care products at VCare will help one get a smoother, tighter and firmer skin. For long lasting results, at least 3-5 sessions are required. Gradually, in a few weeks, one may feel smoothness and a visible reduction in pore size.
5. GFC
VCare’s Growth Factor Concentrate (GFC) is a treatment to effectively control open pores. This is an advanced procedure that works just like PRP, but in a much better way. It yields better and faster results than PRP. In GFC, a concentrate of growth factors is injected into the skin to stimulate collagen, increase skin renewal, create new healthy skin cells and reduce pore size. These growth factors are obtained from the patient’s own blood sample; therefore the results are maximum and risks are rare. We usually combine GFC with PRP & microneedling for best results.
To know more in detail about our treatments for open or enlarged pores, treatment cost, number of sessions, and more, just give us a call at (ph.no). Our team will get back to you with the details.
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Simple Skin Care Routine to Manage Open Pores
While treatments can effectively manage the appearance of Open Pores, a regular and consistent skincare routine must be followed in order to maintain a healthy skin and prevent enlarged pores from appearing in the future.
Here’s a simple skincare routine to follow for a healthy skin:
➤ Cleanse – Use a gentle cleanser to clean your face twice a day. Make sure you use products that are not harsh on the skin.
➤ Exfoliate – Use a suitable exfoliator or scrub to remove dead skin cells at least twice a week. Avoid exfoliating more than 3 times a week, as it can make your skin dry.
➤ Toning – Use toners that are free from alcohol.
➤ Moisturize – Use a non-comedogenic moisturizer that will not clog your pores.
➤ UV Protection – Make sure you use sunscreen everyday even if you don’t step out. Look for a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF over 30.
Lifestyle modifications to manage open pores at home
Its important to follow some healthy lifestyle habits to keep your pores from enlarging and getting clogged.
➤ Keep yourself hydrated all the time
➤ Eat nutritious foods and avoid junk & processed food items
➤ Avoid heavy makeup as it can clog pores. Use gentle makeup products and remove makeup completely before sleeping
➤ Avoid touching your face quite often with unwashed hands
➤ Wash your pillow covers at least twice a week
Tackling and treating open pores require patience along with suitable treatments. Make sure you follow a consistent skincare routine along with a healthy lifestyle to improve the appearance of open pores over time. Avoid trying out DIY home remedies and opt for professional science-backed treatments for effective and quick results without any side effects.
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