Lmainly focused on the nose, cheekbones and chin, i enlarged pores of the face they are a worry that haunts many (for some they are a real obsession). Eliminating them is not possible. According to experts, however, with the correct cosmetic routine and a smart makeup it is possible to minimize them. And by a lot.
What are skin pores for?
Number and size of skin pores are determined by genetics. They are elements essential for the proper functioning of the skinbecause they allow skin perspiration and host the sebaceous glands, elements that generate the production of sebum.
«Generally the skin pores are almost “invisible”. They become a problem when they develop a tendency to become filled with impurities which, if not removed regularly, dilate them, making them more evident,” he explains Elisabetta Fulgione, specialist in dermatology and venereology, Dermatological Clinic of the University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, aesthetic doctor Sime National Treasurer.
Daily cleansing and exfoliation
The first fundamental step to prevent dilated pores from increasing their size, consists inthorough cleaning.
«Cleansing and removing make-up these are steps to be performed punctually in the evening and in the morning. The aim is to free the pores from impurities and excess sebum, preventing unwanted accumulations from forming», recommends dermatologist Elisabetta Fulgione.
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Once a week it is advisable to make a purifying mask. «Accumulated dirt causes dilatation of the skin texture. The wraps to be preferred are based on green and white clay. These are minerals that act in depth, effectively absorbing the accumulations of unwanted substances. Those based on are also particularly useful zinc gluconate with an astringent action”.
Moisturize without weighing down
Hydration it is the second key moment, which can significantly contribute to making skin pores less noticeable. “In general, the cosmetic specialties must be non-comedogenic, that is, formulated with ingredients that do not clog the skin pores», Elisabetta Fulgione begins.
Specifically, then, the cosmetic products must be selected taking into account age. “They have to be especially careful very young. For them the recommendation is toavoid using anti-wrinkle cosmetics», the dermatologist recommended.
The idea that they are a good choice for prevention is wrong, because this type of cosmetic contains concentrates of active components of which young epidermis does not need. «Their prolonged use does nothing but overload the skin pores contributing to their expansion. This prohibition applies especially to those with impure and combination skin, naturally predisposed and prone to this type of blemish».
Enlarged pores on mature skin
For mature women the situation changes. “Above all after the age of 50, the dilated pores effect can be linked to sagging skin tone which causes their diameter to increase. Yes, therefore to the elasticizing and toning creams based on ingredients that support the collagen fibers, responsible for skin tone», underlines the expert.
To avoid impoverishing mature skin, then, exfoliating treatments that do not require rubbing should be preferred. “Those are recommended chemicals, which thoroughly purify by dissolving unwanted substances. Treatments based on salicylic or glycolic acids are fine».
Trick: 3 tips to make pores less noticeable
There is a product that has become a classic, and which allows you to visually improve the condition of the skin with visible skin pores: the primer. It does not restrict them, but used in small doses it actually helps to temporarily camouflage its size.
Attention, then to the choice of tools for the preparation of the base. «Avoid very creamy foundations that create thickness, e favor fluid textures that cover the skin with a uniform veil che does not highlight skin irregularities», explains Paolo Pinna, International Beauty Expert, Brand Global Beauty Consultant and make-up artist.
«I’m from avoid in general, the finishing powders: overlapping the other cosmetics in the base, they not only highlight dilated pores, but create an optical effect that makes them appear even deeper and dilated».
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