How to Shrink Big Pores

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If you’ve ever stared into the abyss that is a magnified mirror, odds have you had the horrifying thought, “Have my pores always been this big?” I would love nothing more than to magically erase my pores, but I’m not sorry. What is possible is to gradually shrink and minimize them, through a combination of effective cleansing, exfoliating, and, yes, covering them. While sometimes enlarged pores are just genetic, you have been skipping steps in your skincare routine, odds are, your pores are becoming more prominent. Clogged pores can lead to blackheads and acne, which is why it’s important to stick to a routine that keeps your skin clean and soothed.

Best For Every Skin Type

Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid
Paula’s Choice

Best For A Budget

Peach Sake Pore Serum
Skin Food

Best For Dewy Skin

Skin Perfector Exfoliating Solution
Glossier

Best For Shrinking Pores

Intensive Pore Minimizing Toner
Perricone MD

Best For Oily Skin

Effaclar Pore-Refining Serum with Glycolic Acid
La Roche-Posay

Best For Fine Lines

Pore + Wrinkle Perfecting Serum
Renee Rouleau

Best For Even Skin

Facial Treatment Clear Lotion Toner
SK-II

Best For Sagging Skin

Precision Lifting & Pore-Tightening Concentrate
Kiehl’s

Best For A Matte Finish

Pores No More Pore Refiner Primer
Dr. Brandt Skincare

Best Pore Minimizing Mask

Rosé Resurfacing Facial Mask
Then I Met You

Here, find the 19 best more minimizing products on the market, from toners, masks, and blurring primers.

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Best For Every Skin Type

Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid

Paula’s number-one product worldwide is also a cult favorite. This is your miracle in a bottle if you are looking for more skin tone with added vibrancy. Just make sure you commit to it. A number of people report minimal results at first, but you should see a major difference with time.

Key Ingredients: Salicylic Acid (BHA) Green Tea

Best For A Budget

Peach Sake Pore Serum

It’s all about the sake! The boozy rice wine enhances circulation, tightens skin, and modulates oil production. Peach, the other standout ingredient, is rich in vitamins A and C, both of which help brighten and minimize the effects of sun damage.

Key Ingredients: Peach Fruit Extract (Organic Acids, Pectin, and Vitamins A&C) | Rice Ferment Filtrate (Sake) | Licorice Root Extract Centella Asiatica Extract

Best For Dewy Skin

Skin Perfector Exfoliating Solution

When it comes to clearing our pores and making them look More invisible, a chemical exfoliator is a must. This one is our favorite for the intense trifecta of salicylic, glycolic, and lactic acids that works overtime to detox and tighten pores, while staying gentle enough to cause no irritation or redness.

Key Ingredients: Salicylic Acid (BHA) Glycolic Acid Brightening (AHA) | Lactic Acid (AHA) | Gluconolactone (PHA) Anti-Stress Aloe

Best For Shrinking Pores

Intensive Pore Minimizing Toner

87 percent of people who use this product noticed that their pores appeared smaller and more refined after consistent use. For best results, apply morning and night, then move on to other serums and moisturizers.

Key Ingredients: DMAE | Copper Complex | Salicylic Acid

Best For Oily Skin

Effaclar Pore-Refining Serum with Glycolic Acid

May not be for dry skin

Make like the French girls do and try this cult-favorite serum. The combination of AHAs, glycolic acid, and hyaluronic acid makes it great for oily skin. It not only helps with pore size but also corrects signs of aging.

Key Ingredients: Glycolic Acid | Hyaluronic Acid (HA) Lipo-Hydroxy Acid | La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water

Best For Fine Lines

Pore + Wrinkle Perfecting Serum

May not be for sensitive skin

Shrink pores with a powerful blend of glycolic, salicylic, and lactic acid.

Key Ingredients: Lactic Acid (AHA) | Glycolic Acid (AHA) | Salicylic Acid (BHA) Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) Allantoin

Best For Even Skin

Facial Treatment Clear Lotion Toner

We love the all-around product. This toner will minimize pores while improving skin texture and stimulating cell renewal. Formulated with alpha-hydroxy acids, which gently remove dead skin cells, unclog pores, and reduce the appearance of fine lines.

Key Ingredients: Pitera ™ | Alpha-hydroxy acid | Salicylic Acid

Best For Sagging Skin

Precision Lifting & Pore-Tightening Concentrate

Concentrate with yeast extract and geranium will tighten skin for a raised appearance.

Key Ingredients: Micro-filtered yeast extract | Geranium Essential Oil | Salicylic Acid

Best For A Matte Finish

Pores No More Pore Refiner Primer

May not be for dry skin

Keep your makeup in place with this two-in-one pore refining primer that mattifies the skin, and creates a smooth canvas.

Key Ingredients: Oil-Absorbing Spheres | Red Clover Flower Extract | Derivative of Salicylic Acid

Best Pore Minimizing Mask

Rosé Resurfacing Facial Mask

May not be for sensitive skin

Pores are no match for the AHA and BHA found in this Insta-worthy jar.

Key Ingredients: AHA / BHA Rose Complex | Glycolic Acid | Lactic Acid | Salicylic Acid Resveratrol | Coptis Japonica Extract

Best For A Deep Clean

AHA / BHA Exfoliating Cleanser

May not be for sensitive skin

Marked Amazon’s Choice, this cleanser spotlights the holy grail of ingredients when it comes to cleaning out your pores.

Key Ingredients: Lactic Acid | Glycolic Acid | Citric Acid Malic Acid | Jojoba Oil | Salicylic Acid

Best For Breakouts

DRx Blemish Acne Solutions Eliminating Gel

Eliminate breakouts and unclog pores with a powerful combination of salicylic acid, niacinamide, and monk’s pepper.

Key Ingredients: Salicylic Acid Niacinamide (B3) Salicylic Acid Monk’s Pepper

Best Detox Mask

Charcoal Detox Mask

If your skin needs a detox, try this clarifying mask made with charcoal, argan oil, and shea better.

Key Ingredients: Activated Charcoal Powder Argan Oil & Shea Butter | Sodium Hyaluronate Bentonite & Kaolin Clay

Best For Smooth Skin

Resurfacing Compound

Created by blogger Tina Craig, this day and night treatment gives you smoother, skin tighter after a single application. It also helps to reduce dark spots, making it the perfect multitasker in your routine.

Key Ingredients: Antioxidants Stabilized Vitamin C | Stabilized Vitamin E | Peptides Stable Retinol | Hyaluronic Acids | AHAs

Best For Dull Skin

Papaya Bright Face Mask

May not be for extremely sensitive skin

If you live in a busy city, you probably have pollution in your pores (yuck). This mask is so clean it’s edible, and so effective at detoxing your skin that you’ll be obsessed.

Key Ingredients: Lucuma Fruit Powder | Papaya Fruit Extract | Sea Buckthorn Juice Powder | Marshmallow Root Extract

Best For Blackheads

Deep Cleansing Charcoal Pore Strips

May not be for sensitive skin

The perfect product to clear the congestion. These strips target clogged pores and draw out oil for the deepest of deep cleans.

Key Ingredients: Natural Charcoal

Best Exfoliating Wipes

Alpha Beta® Extra Strength Daily Peel

Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare

It’s a favorite of Chrissy Teigan — and been a best-seller for 20 years — for a reason. The super-effective two-step acid peel is inspired by the treatment you’d get in a dermatologist’s office. The pre-dosed pads have a potent mix of AHA and BHA instantly gives you a smooth, best-skin-day-ever glow.

Key Ingredients: Glycolic Acid | Witch Hazel | Salicylic Acid Lactic Acid | Malic Acid | Citric Acid Ascorbic Acid

Best Oil-Control Strips

Pore Treatment Strips

May not be for sensitive skin

There is anything more satisfying than peeling off a pore strip and seeing … well, you know. These active strips not only refine pores, but also help control oil production for smoother, more matte skin.

Key Ingredients: Hydrocolloid Polymer Technology | DMAE | Vitamin A

Best For A Quick Fix

Pore Perfecting Powder Foundation SPF 15

May not be for dry skin

This silky powder foundation leaves skin smooth and matte while instantly evening out imperfections.

Key Ingredients: Aloe | Vitamin C and E

What causes enlarged pores?

“Pores are openings in the skin that are linked to sebaceous glands (oil producing glands) and hair follicles,” says Dr. Lal. “They play a major role in helping things get in and out of your skin. Depending on your skin type, your pores may appear enlarged. “Pores are larger in people who make more skin oils,” says Dr. Lal. “Men tend to have larger pores than women. The central face including the nose has more prominent pores.

Is it possible to shrink your pores?

“While you can’t completely shrink pores, you can minimize the appearance of your pores,” explains Dr. Sobel. “Over time pores can be reduced in size,” says Dr. Lal.

How can you minimize the appearance of pores?

“The first thing you can do is wash your face regularly,” explains Dr. Lal. “This will help decongest your pores especially if you use a cleanser with salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide. Using a toner with witch hazel or niacinamide can also help cleanse your pores.” For long-term solutions, and retinol can also help. “Retinoids shrink your sebaceous glands and thus reduce your pore size.

It’s also important to consistently remove any makeup. “Removing makeup at the end of the day before washing your face is essential to preventing your pores from being clogged with oils and dirt,” says Dr. Lal. “Gentle exfoliation will help remove excess oil from your pores as well. You must be consistent with your skincare.”

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