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Gaping nose pores? Here’s what to try

Dannielle Beardsley
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Oh, the joy of looking in the mirror and seeing an array of little black dots, craters, and bumps across your nose. Pores, which cover the entirety of your skin, come in different sizes. The ones on your nose tend to be larger than those on other parts of your body. While you can’t actually shrink the size of those pores, you can make them appear smaller with a little special skincare.

Start with a clean base

First and most importantly, start with a clean surface. Just as with applying any kind of makeup or mask, the base needs to be clear. Layering any product on your skin before washing it first can cause more harm than good by trapping dirt and oil in your pores. In the market for a good face wash? Mad Hippie Cream Cleanser is a great option that doesn’t have any of the major skin irritants like fragrances, additives, and alcohol.

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Take care of the inside

While some skin types are hereditary and unavoidable, simply filling ourselves with fresh foods can significantly improve your skin’s appearance. Your skin is an organ, and it needs hydration and nutrients to survive. This is just another in a long list of reasons to eat less processed food and load up on those big leafy greens.

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Further, we know it might be hard to drink those recommended eight glasses of water every day, but it can make a huge difference. Drinking enough water can lead to glowing, clear skin that is elastic and well hydrated. If you don’t believe us, take a picture of your face now, then take another after a week of committing to eight glasses of water per day. You’ll see a transformation no face mask can provide.

Steam it out

Have you ever noticed that you look especially glowy and rosy after a long, hot shower? This is because steam opens up your pores, allowing the dirt and oil to drain out. Additionally, your skin loves all that moisture, which leads to healthy-looking hydrated skin. For an easy, low-tech option you can extend your shower time a little longer or lay a hot towel over your face.

If you want to step up your skincare game, check out the Beauty Nymph Spa Home Facial Steamer. This steaming tool comes with a set of blackhead cleaning tools to make sure you’re targeting your problem areas.

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Exfoliate to get rid of dead skin cells

Washing your face every day is crucial to healthy skin, and every so often you should add exfoliating into the cleansing routine. A gentle exfoliator can get rid of the dead skin cells that give your face an overall duller appearance.

A homemade scrub is easy to whip up with common kitchen staples such as coffee grinds, honey, oats, brown sugar, oil, and water. If you’re not in the mood to DIY, consider investing in the Era Organics Microdermabrasion Facial Scrub & Face Exfoliator, known for its exceptional ability to remove dead skin cells and calm breakouts.

Like exfoliators, clay face masks also remove excess oil, dirt, and dead skin cells from your pores. We recommend the Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay, as it has the most, and best, reviews for a clay mask. Be sure to wash it off after 15 to 20 minutes; you could accidentally dry out your skin if you leave it on too long.

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Wear sunscreen, no matter what

Any time you go out in the sun, even if it’s behind the clouds, your skin is exposed. The sun sucks the hydration from your skin and can result in painful burns. Whether it’s in the dead of winter or the hottest day of the year, you need to apply sunscreen that shields your skin from harmful UV rays. To kill two birds with one stone, look for a moisturizer with SPF so you don’t have to worry about adding more products to your skincare regimen. We suggest trying RoC Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Daily Moisturizer with SPF 30, which is a crowd-pleasing, lightweight product fit for every skin type.

Just keep your hands off

The key to maintaining healthy, happy skin is fighting the temptation to pick and pop. Even if you invest in steamers, creams, exfoliators, and masks, it will all be for nothing if you can’t keep your hands away from your face. While it’s a hard habit to break, your skin will thank you for not transporting the dirt and oils from your hands into your pores.

Before investing in an expensive array of serums and toners, bring it back to basics. You can transform your skin simply by eating right, clearing the dead skin out of your pores, and protecting your skin from the sun. However, if you need a little additional help minimizing the pores on your nose, try the recommendations above.

BlissMark provides information regarding health, wellness, and beauty. The information within this article is not intended to be medical advice. Before starting any diet or exercise routine, consult your physician. If you don’t have a primary care physician, the United States Health & Human Services department has a free online tool that can help you locate a clinic in your area. We are not medical professionals, have not verified or vetted any programs, and in no way intend our content to be anything more than informative and inspiring.

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