Pores are a challenge that almost all avid beauty lovers struggle with throughout their life. Although pores are a natural part of your skin, many people have pores that are larger or more visible than they would like. Large and highly visible pores on your face can disrupt the smooth finish of your skin and cause your makeup to settle unattractively into your pores and appear uneven or rough.

Countless makeup brands sell special products that are designed to reduce the appearance of your pores. While these products can be helpful, there are also several simple ways to minimize your pores without adding any additional makeup products to your collection.

1. Wash Your Face Correctly

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It is a well-known fact that washing your face frequently can help prevent your pores from getting clogged and appearing larger and more obvious on your skin. However, even if you wash your face regularly, you might not be washing it correctly, which can actually lead to increased pore visibility.

There are many mistakes you can make while washing your face which can lead to skin irritation that causes larger and more visible pores. When you wash your face, never use hot water, which can irritate and dry out your skin. Instead, opt for warm water that opens up and unclogs your pores instead of causing them to appear larger.

Also, when your dry your face after washing it, never scrub it with a towel. This friction can irritate your skin and make your pores look bigger. Gently pat your face with a soft towel to dry it rather than rubbing or scrubbing your skin to remove moisture.

2. Always Remove Your Makeup

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You might already be aware that failing to remove your makeup every day can lead to increased breakouts and blemishes. However, you may not know that it can increase the size and visibility of your pores as well. Buildup from makeup that has accumulated without being sufficiently removed can clog your pores and make them look bigger and more obvious on your face.

It’s important to not only never skip your daily makeup removal, but also to remove your makeup correctly. To thoroughly remove all of the makeup from your skin, don’t just rely on washing your face. Washing your face does not always remove heavy makeup from your skin and can leave substantial pore-clogging residue behind.

Before you wash your face, dampen a cotton ball in makeup remover or vaseline and gently swipe it over the areas of your skin where you have visible pores and apply makeup. This extra step should ensure that all of your makeup is completely removed to prevent clogged pores.

3. Don’t Skip Moisturizing

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It is important to moisturize your skin regularly. Having dry skin that is not sufficiently hydrated causes dead, dry skin to accumulate in your pores and makes them appear larger and more obvious.

To keep your skin hydrated, be sure to moisturize twice a day: once in the morning before you apply your makeup and once before you go to sleep. Use a lightweight moisturizer in the morning to prevent adding grease and shine to your skin and a heavier moisturizer at night to deeply condition your skin while you sleep. Clean and Clear Morning Burst Hydrating Gel Moisturizer is a refreshing, extremely lightweight, non-greasy moisturizer that is great for morning application.

4. Use Non-Comedogenic Products

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All skincare products you use should be non-comedogenic. Non-comedogenic products have a special formula that is designed to not clog or block your pores. Most products that are non-comedogenic state so proudly on their packaging, so it is easy to determine whether the products you purchase will block your pores or not.

It is important to use only non-comedogenic face wash, moisturizer, liquid foundation, concealer, and any other makeup and skincare products you apply to your face. Laura Mercier carries an excellent line of high-quality skincare and makeup products, all of which are completely non-comedogenic. This line contains a Foundation Primer , a  Mineral Pressed Powder ($40.00), a Tinted Moisturizer ($44.00), a Secret Concealer ($25.00), and more.

5. Try Salicylic Acid

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Salicylic acid can be extremely effective at shrinking your pores and minimizing their visibility. This acid is safe for use on your skin and is often used to treat acne and prevent breakouts. The acid can be drying, however, so make sure to moisturize thoroughly after you use it.

You can apply a salicylic acid spot treatment at night to the areas of your face where your pores are the most visible or use a daily face wash that includes salicylic acid. An excellent salicylic acid face wash is the Philosophy Clear Days Ahead Oil-Free Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Cleanser . This wash not only minimizes your pores, but prevents breakouts as well.

You don’t necessarily need to purchase expensive pore-shrinking makeup products to reduce the size and visibility of you pores. Using the tips described above, you can easily minimize your pores to achieve smooth, flawless skin by making a few simple adjustments to your skincare routine. Find more beauty tips on prettydesigns.com!

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