Can I Make My Pores Look Smaller?
Genetics dictate the actual size of your pores, but oiliness, sun damage and other skin conditions that thicken the skin can make them appear larger, and when pores are clogged with oil, dirt and debris they can actually expand. The pores are not connected to muscle, so there’s not much you can do to actually make them physically smaller for the long run, but there are many ways to make them appear smaller.
Here’s a good post about how to make pores appear smaller. The key word is “appear” of course. The post by Dr. Baumann speaks to the benefits of exfoliating and cleaning the pores, as clean pores appear smaller than clogged and dirty ones. You could also try an astringent pore minimizer like witch hazel. It, too, will reduce the appearance of pore size.
