@skinwithdr.kim: Large pores used to make me so self-conscious. Here’s what I wish I knew back then: pores can’t be erased permanently - they’re a normal, healthy part of skin. But there are evidence-based ways to make them appear smaller and less noticeable. - Niacinamide to help reduce excess oil production - Salicylic acid to clear out clogged pores and dead skin cells - Retinoids to increase skin cell turnover and stimulate collagen production - Double cleansing to effectively remove makeup, sunscreen, and excess oil - Daily sunscreen to protect collagen and elastin from UV damage - Moisturiser to keep skin hydrated, as dehydration can make pores appear more prominent When it comes to improving the appearance of pores, consistency beats expensive skincare every time. Most treatments take several weeks to months of regular use before you start noticing significant results. Product recommendations: Niacinamide serums - @SOME BY MI UK Yuja niacin anti-blemish serum @COSRX UK the niacinamide 15 serum Niacinamide toners - @Facetheory Skincare porebright niacinamide refining toner, @anua niacinamide 5 TXA brightening booster toner Salicylic acid cleansers - @SOMEBYMI ID AHA BHA PHA 30 days miracle foam @COSRX Official salicylic acid daily gentle cleanser @CeraVe SA cleanser Oil cleansers - @haruharu wonder cleansing oil @beplain 비플레인 mung bean cleansing oil Gentle water based cleansers - @beplain_official mung bean pH balanced cleansing foam chemical exfoliant toners - @The Ordinary glycolic acid toner @SOME BY MI AHA BHA PHA miracle 30 days toner Broad spectrum sunscreens - @ROUND LAB birch juice sunscreen @SKIN1004 US madagascar centella hyalu-cica water fit sun serum Referenced articles: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jocd.15502 https://cdn.mdedge.com/files/s3fs-public/issues/articles/CT098007033.PDF #largepores #skincaretips #pores #skincare #sciencebasedskincare
