Are you struggling with dehydrated oily skin and open pores? It can be frustrating, but don't worry, we're here to help!
We reveal the best beauty routines to combat those enlarged pores and keep oily skin at bay. Get ready to dazzle with soft and radiant skin.
The skin is made up of pores, small openings visible on the surface of the skin, where the pilosebaceous units (made up of a hair and a gland that produces sebum) and the sweat glands (responsible for producing sweat) are located.
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Pores don't have muscles, so they don't open and close, but they do dilate when they're clogged by excess oil, dead skin cells, or other debris. |
WHY DO PORES DILATE?
Excess sebum production
Sebaceous glands produce the sebum necessary to maintain moisture and the skin's protective barrier . However, excess sebum is one of the most important factors that cause people with oily skin to have open pores, especially in the T-zone, and other skin problems.
Hormonal changes , such as puberty, pregnancy, menstrual cycle, and the use of certain medications, can affect sebum production in the body. For example, during puberty, levels of hormones such as androgens increase, which can activate the sebaceous glands and stimulate sebum production, leading to oily skin and clogged pores.
During the menstrual cycle, changes in hormone levels can also influence sebum production and therefore the appearance of the skin.
Loss of elasticity
The loss of skin elasticity due to age and free radicals causes pores to become deformed and more visible . This is why they become more visible from about the age of 30 .
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People with dry skin tend to have less visible pores compared to those with oily skin. In general, pores can vary in size and visibility depending on genetics, age, skin care, and other factors, regardless of skin type. |
Sun exposure
In addition to affecting skin health and accelerating premature aging, UV rays damage pores by hindering their role in sebum production and causing them to open further.
Feeding
Poor nutrition can also be the cause of this problem. FIND GUIDELINES ON NUTRITION IN THIS POST >>
Other factors
Pollution, tobacco consumption and hormonal factors also cause dilated pores.
WHAT CAN YOU DO TO CLOSE YOUR PORES?
1- A good facial cleansing and exfoliation routine
Skin health and beauty always begins with a good cleansing routine and regular exfoliation .
Use gentle cleansers. We recommend OhMyKoko 's EXFOLIATING RENEWING CLEANSING GEL . Cleanse your face morning and night with it. It is designed for all skin types and has a physiological pH for maximum respect for your skin.
They also deeply clean your pores, freeing them from any traces of grease , makeup or pollution .
These acids are 100% natural as they come from five fruits , each with different benefits for your skin and so respectful that they are ideal even for sensitive skin.
- Glycolic acid from sugar cane . It is the acid with the lowest molecular weight , which allows it to have excellent penetration acting on the epidermis and there effectively stimulate cell renewal . In addition, it promotes the production of collagen and elastin , key proteins for youthful skin. It is recommended for all skin types and especially for oily skin and skin with blemishes , as it helps to homogenize skin tone .
- Blueberry lactic acid . Powerful moisturizer and hydrator . Anti-aging .
- Tartaric and malic acid from maple sugar. Improve skin elasticity and tone .
- Citric acid from orange and lemon . This acid is able to penetrate the deepest layers and stimulate the synthesis of collagen and hyaluronate .
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Avoid washing your face with very hot water. This can upset the barrier function of your skin and cause redness to appear by dilating the blood capillaries. |
2- Trust in the power of Niacinamide
One of the most recommended active ingredients for oily skin is niacinamide, as it is highly effective in rebalancing sebum production, reducing the appearance of pores and providing high levels of skin hydration .
As if that were not enough, it is a valuable aid in case of spots and imperfections , since it helps to reduce them, as well as the signs of skin aging, such as wrinkles and expression lines .
OhMyKoko 's SEBUM-REGULATING PORE-MINIMIZING SERUM contains an advanced formula based on Niacinamide , lotus flowers and other hydrating , anti-aging and sebum-regulating agents.
TIPS TO MINIMIZE YOUR PORES
- Don't forget to cleanse your face morning and night with a suitable, gentle and effective product. Use warm water.
- Use a treatment serum with OhMyKoko's Sebum -Regulating Pore-Minimizing Serum based on niacinamide.
- Use a light moisturizer . OhMyKoko's All in One cream also contains bakuchiol, an active ingredient that helps normalize the oil in your skin and does not contain comedogenic agents.
- Be careful with sun exposure. Always protect your skin from the sun, in any season of the year. It is scientifically proven that the use of sunscreen prevents and helps repair accumulated damage .
- Do not use comedogenic products. They clog and dilate pores. Some of them are coconut oil, palm oil and linseed oil.
- Include plenty of antioxidants in your diet.
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DON'T FORGET TO DRINK WATER! When you don't consume enough water, your body may compensate by producing more sebum to keep your skin hydrated. |
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