Knowing how to narrow the pores on your face, you can stop wasting time on ineffective means and immediately start experimenting with effective methods. It must be said that wide pores can be not only the result of improper care, bad habits, poor ecology, but also a feature of the skin. In the latter case, it is quite difficult to improve the situation, but with comprehensive and systematic care it is quite possible.
Why do facial pores expand?
Pores are ducts through which sebum passes, performing a protective function. Disruption of the sebaceous glands leads to enlarged pores. Enlarged pores not only give the skin an unsightly and unkempt appearance, but also contribute to the proliferation of pathogenic bacteria, which, in turn, causes the formation of inflammation, pimples and blackheads.
In fact, there may be many reasons why enlarged pores may occur, but let's focus on the most basic: 1.
Excessive secretion of sebum, which occurs as a result of hormonal changes in the body.
Very often, this problem worries women in adulthood or during hormonal maturation. 2.
Improper skin care, which includes: incorrectly selected cosmetics, irregular skin care, use of aggressive cosmetics, and, of course, poor nutrition and bad habits, especially smoking.
3.
Prolonged exposure to the sun or abuse of solarium. Ultraviolet radiation negatively affects the skin, disrupts the production of collagen, as a result of which the skin does not have time to renew itself and the pores expand.
Thus, to prevent the enlargement of pores, it is necessary to regularly take care of your skin, adhere to the basic principles of proper nutrition, and always use a cream with UV protection in the summer when going outside.
Benefits of clay for skin
The composition of kaolin is not as rich as in other types of clay, but its components are very highly concentrated.
During the procedure, the skin is exposed to only 3 mineral substances:
- aluminum;
- silicon;
- manganese.
However, with regular and proper use, their combined action has the following effect:
- The face acquires a healthy color.
- Enlarged pores become smaller and oily shine disappears.
- The skin becomes soft, the relief is evened out.
- Inflammation decreases, acne dries out.
- Wrinkles are smoothed out, nasolabial folds are less noticeable, facial contours become clearer, swelling decreases.
- Pigment spots and freckles are lightened.
- The skin becomes firm and elastic.
- The protective functions of the skin are enhanced.
- Contaminants and dead cells are removed from the surface.
How to reduce pores on your face?
In order to reduce pores on the face, cosmetologists recommend several effective methods: - firstly, peeling. As a result of peeling, the skin epithelium is cleansed, obsolete cells are removed, the surface is leveled, thus the skin is renewed. Peeling promotes the removal of the stratum corneum and rapid cell regeneration. A variety of scrubs are suitable for deep cleansing the skin at home; - secondly, steam baths. Steam is one of the best ways to control pore size. Once a week or ten days (depending on your skin type), steam your skin for a few minutes, then apply a cleansing mask. A steam bath will open the pores, remove dirt and remove excess fat; — thirdly, masks. In home cosmetology, there are many recipes for masks for narrowing pores, which perfectly cleanse the skin, dry it, get rid of oily sheen and renew the skin. Let’s take a closer look at these masks.
Cosmetologist's advice
In general, pore size is determined genetically, so it cannot be changed. But each hole has a “collagen cuff”, which becomes thinner and decreases in size with age or due to unfavorable factors.
Before using all available means and methods, you need to understand the cause of dirty and wide pores. Most often, the causes of this condition can be:
- hormonal problems due to malfunctions of the thyroid gland or pancreas;
- poor quality skin cleansing;
- accumulation of toxins in the body;
- presence of bad habits;
- unbalanced diet;
- drinking disorders.
Also, do not discount constant stress, a weak immune system, taking hormonal medications, as well as the abuse of heavy decorative cosmetics.
It is possible to narrow the pores on the face with folk remedies and skincare cosmetics if the problem is not advanced. The main thing is to do all this regularly, without expecting an instant effect after the first procedure. In other cases, you will have to undergo cosmetic procedures in a salon.
Masks for narrowing pores on the face at home
To improve the condition of the skin, reduce pores and cleanse the skin, cosmetologists recommend regularly using special products that have a narrowing effect. With their help, you can get rid of inflammation and rashes, remove oily shine, narrow large pores, and prevent the appearance of pimples and blackheads. The best and most effective means for cleansing and tightening pores are clay masks. Before applying this or that mask, you need to prepare the skin: exfoliate, wipe your face with a cleansing lotion or tonic, take a steam bath, etc. This way, the ingredients of the mask will penetrate deeper into the pores and be able to have maximum effect.
Fruit and lactic acids, which are contained, respectively, in fruits and vegetables, for example, lemon, strawberries, grapes, cabbage, cucumber, and lactic acid products - sour cream, kefir, yogurt, cottage cheese, also perfectly combat enlarged pores.
Healing properties of black clay
Black clay has an oily consistency and contains a number of useful salts and minerals: calcium, nitrogen, potassium, quartz, magnesium, iron, which improve metabolic processes, improve blood circulation and saturate the skin with oxygen. Depending on the content of these substances, the color of clay can be different shades - from gray to black. The healing properties of this clay make it popular in the fight against most skin problems. In addition, products with black clay:
- have an antimicrobial effect, relieve inflammation;
- dry out acne and tighten pores;
- nourish, restore tone and improve complexion;
- remove dirt, greasy shine, remove toxins;
- saturate the skin with beneficial minerals and vitamins;
- improve blood circulation and metabolic processes;
- have regenerating and rejuvenating effects;
- effective against acne and pigmentation.
Clay mask
Clay masks are an excellent way to cleanse and tighten skin pores. Such masks carefully cleanse the skin of various types of “clogs,” restore the natural complexion, and give it a well-groomed, fresh and healthy appearance. At home, white cosmetic clay is suitable as a cleanser. Take 1 tbsp. Dilute kaolin (clay) with water to the consistency of thick sour cream, and then add 1 tsp. lemon juice. Apply the mixture to the skin in a thick layer and hold until completely dry. Rinse off the mask with cool water. A clay mask is suitable for all women with oily, combination or normal skin types.
Contraindications to the use of cosmetic clay
As a rule, “problem” skin “responds favorably” to masks that contain clay. Even if you are prone to dryness, clay can be used from time to time, mixing it with softening components.
Important! For very dry and sensitive skin, apply a clay mask for no more than 10 minutes to avoid a feeling of tightness and irritation.
Diseases of the thyroid gland may be a contraindication for use. The fact is that cosmetic clay often contains particles with iodine, and this can affect the course of existing endocrine diseases. However, in order for any noticeable adverse effect to actually occur, you need to make clay masks often and for a long time.
Nowadays, half of the population suffers from some type of allergy. Therefore, it is likely that an allergic reaction may occur to clay. This should be checked before applying the mask by applying a little clay to the crook of your elbow and waiting 15 minutes. If there are no unpleasant sensations or visible changes on the skin, you can make a mask.
Honey mask for tightening pores with gelatin
To tighten pores and cleanse the skin of blackheads, you can use a gelatin-based mask with the addition of honey. This film mask “pushes out” all impurities, honey nourishes and moisturizes the skin, gelatin makes it firm, elastic and youthful.
For preparation, you will need: honey – 2 tsp, gelatin – 2 tsp, glycerin – 4 tsp, water – 4 tsp. Dilute the gelatin with water, let it brew a little and bring to a homogeneous mass in a water bath (do not boil!!!). Add the remaining ingredients to the warm gelatin mass. Apply the mask to the skin in several layers. After 20-25 minutes, remove the mask using a cotton swab dipped in cool water.
Home Recipes
With herbs
Components:
- a teaspoon of crushed chamomile, sage, lavender or linden leaves;
- 200 ml hot boiled water;
- kaolin.
Mode of application:
Brew the herbs with boiling water and leave to steep for half an hour. Dilute the clay with a decoction to the consistency of sour cream. Apply over face with a brush and leave for ¼ hour.
With protein and honey
Components:
- A teaspoon of liquid honey.
- Protein.
- A few drops of lemon juice.
- 30 grams of white clay.
- 50 ml of hot boiled water.
Cooking method:
Combine clay, protein and honey, pour hot water over the mixture, add lemon juice and mix thoroughly. Apply the mask to your face for 15 minutes.
With aloe
Components:
- kaolin;
- hot boiled water;
- aloe or cucumber juice.
Cooking method:
Mix clay, juice and water in proportions 2:1:1, respectively. Apply the resulting mass to the face and remove after a quarter of an hour.
Important! It is not recommended to apply the mask to the area around the lips and eyes, as the skin in these areas is thin and sensitive, and clay can dry it out.
Contraindications
Despite its valuable properties, people need to be careful with black clay powder:
- with severe dry skin;
- with rosacea and vascular network;
- with various types of dermatitis;
- with infectious and viral skin diseases;
- with furunculosis;
- with a tendency to allergic reactions.
It is not recommended to use black clay if your skin is excessively dry, or if you are intolerant to it. Therefore, before using any cosmetic product containing black clay, it is necessary to test its tolerance on a separate area.
Closed comedones by squeezing out. What is a comedone and can it be squeezed out?
Rashes on the face bother not only teenagers, but also mature people. This happens because there are many sebaceous glands that constantly secrete secretions to lubricate the skin. But sometimes, for various reasons, the outflow of sebum is disrupted, and as a result, the following types of comedones are formed:
- Open. These are the same terrifying blackheads, or acne, for which remedies are given more than one hour of advertising time on TV. In the lumen of the pore, a dense plug is formed from the thick secretion of the sebaceous gland, with dead epidermal cells, particles of dirt and cosmetics. As a result of oxidation, the top part of the plug darkens, giving the skin a dirty, unkempt appearance. In this case, the gland itself is not blocked, so there is no swelling or pain.
- Closed. Sometimes the lumen of the sebaceous gland excretory canal is completely closed due to the narrowness of the pores or the high density of the skin. Sebum accumulates and appears through the skin in the form of a whitish dot. With a significant thickness of the epidermis, the white center is not visible, and the comedone looks like a small bump on the skin.
Who's scarier?
Open comedones look untidy and attract more attention from marketers, although they do not cause trouble and are not prone to suppuration. While the secretion, located in a closed cavity and having no outlet, suppurates and forms pustules, popularly known as “pimples.”
Based on the structure of the formations, it becomes clear that the only way to remove a comedone is to open it and allow the contents to escape. But why then do cosmetologists and dermatologists unanimously say that this cannot be done? The fact is that this procedure has a strict sequence of actions and execution rules. Study all the recommendations before squeezing out comedones to reduce trauma to surrounding tissues and not spread infection to the skin.
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