HUGE pores!....can anyone help?? - Skin Problems Message Board

malibu_cpp · 04-22-2002, 06:20 PM

Hi Everyone!
Just wondering if anyone has any information on how to get rid of GIGANTIC PORES!!!!.......Well, they arent really all that bad I suppose. But nothing works. I have very oily skin, wash my face twice a day with beauti control's "clear skin" formula. I use tonic following..but absolutely no MOISTURIZER....even the kind that beauti control reccomends I wont use because it breaks me out. I've used avon's pore reducer, just about every anti-shine treatment their is, egg whites, clay masks, etc. But nothing has yet to work. I do wear foundation and powder (beauti control-which I've found to be the best so far as far as coverage), but have had absolutely no luck in the pore reducing area. ANY suggestions would be greatly appreciated......

Thanks,
Mal

almostclear · 12-24-2002, 04:19 AM

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derm6020 · 12-24-2002, 10:59 AM

May want to check with a dermatologist. Large pores with over production of sebum (oil) can be controlled with retinoids such as Retin A or Differin. You may also be given an AHA based cleanser

crcaz · 12-26-2002, 05:59 PM

accutane made my large pores invisible for 5 years, but you need to keep the results w/ a exfoliator and a collagen rebuilder- alternating days, like bha or glycolic acid 15% or higher the next day with retin-a micro or similar/ copper peptides.

Also, cycle the accutane like 1 1/2 month on 2 weeks off to minimize possible toxicity- that can cause depression and other symptoms- research more on this.

Based on experience w/ my own skin, pore size is not necessarily inherited and also can be minimized.

Also, see Beths past posts in acne board

Hope this helps

blackcatgirl78 · 12-28-2002, 12:03 PM

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