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How to Reduce Pores: Causes of Enlarged Pores and Improvement Methods

Oganacell dermatology clinic · 잠실피부과 오가나셀 · April 9, 2025

How to Reduce Pores Causes of Enlarged Pores and Improvement Methods Pores are openings from which hair grows. These openings are also connected to the sebaceous glands, so the seb...

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Clinic: Oganacell dermatology clinic

Original post date: April 9, 2025

Translated at: April 20, 2026 at 5:45 PM

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How to Reduce Pores

Causes of Enlarged Pores and Improvement Methods

Pores are openings from which hair grows. These openings are also connected to the sebaceous glands, so the sebum produced can come to the surface through the pores.

Pore size varies from person to person, but it can gradually enlarge over time.

It is important to manage pores so they do not continue to enlarge.

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Causes of Enlarged Pores There are several causes of enlarged pores.

The most major cause is the skin’s natural aging process. As we get older, the amount of collagen and elastin that maintain skin elasticity decreases,

and the skin may sag or the pores may become wider.

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In addition, pores can expand when excess oil is produced or dead skin cells are not properly removed. In particular,

people with oily skin are more likely to experience enlarged pores due to skin concerns such as acne or blackheads.

Exposure to ultraviolet rays also reduces skin elasticity and makes pores appear larger, and smoking or excessive drinking can also have a negative effect on skin health and enlarge pores.

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How to Reduce Pores Among methods for reducing pores, an important one is preventive care so that pores do not continue to enlarge.

Once pores have enlarged, it is difficult to return them completely to their original size, so the key is to manage them consistently so they do not expand further.

Let’s look at what methods can help with pore care in daily life.

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  1. Cleansing

Keeping the skin clean is very important.

If pores become clogged, they tend to expand, so dust, oil, dead skin cells, and other buildup on the skin should be thoroughly removed with proper cleansing every morning and evening.

In particular, it is good to use a gentle cleanser for sensitive skin. Also, be careful not to wash your face with hot water so as not to enlarge the pores.

  1. Using toner

After cleansing, using toner to balance the skin’s pH,

and remove any remaining residue or excess oil can be helpful, so caring for the skin so that skincare products absorb well can also be a good approach.

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  1. Moisturizing

To prevent pores from becoming larger, it is important to provide the skin with enough moisture.

This is because lack of moisture reduces skin elasticity and can make pores appear even more noticeable.

Therefore, it is necessary to choose a moisturizer suitable for your skin and keep it well hydrated.

  1. Regular exfoliation

When dead skin cells build up, the skin cannot breathe properly and pores can become even wider. Therefore,

it is good to regularly exfoliate to smooth the skin’s surface.

However, excessive exfoliation can instead irritate the skin, so it is better not to do it too often.

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  1. Sun protection

Ultraviolet rays destroy the skin’s collagen and elastin, reducing skin elasticity. Therefore, it is essential to apply sunscreen before going out.

In addition to wearing sunscreen, wearing a hat or seeking shade can also be helpful.

  1. Proper sleep and stress management

Skin regeneration and recovery mainly happen during sleep.

If you do not get enough sleep, the skin becomes tired, which can lead to reduced elasticity.

Also, since stress has a major impact on skin health, managing stress is important.

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Once pores have enlarged, it is difficult to return them to their original size, but daily care can help prevent them from enlarging further.

Squeezing out sebum from the pores by hand or irritating them can also affect pore skin and cause it to stretch.

I hope the improvement methods mentioned above will be helpful, while avoiding irritation in daily life. Thank you^^

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