Pores play a vital role in skin physiology. Pores are actually tiny openings in your skin that provide a way for the oil glands underneath to lubricate and protect the surface of your skin. The pore is little more than the opening of the hair follicle onto the surface of the skin. The source of the hair follicle lies deep within the dermis. Midway up the dermal layer, the sebaceous oil gland empties into the hair follicle. Both skin oil (sebum) and the hair breach the surface through this tiny aperture. The pores get bigger so that they can handle the increased output. And they stay enlarged until somewhere around menopause. A common problem for those with oily skin, enlarged pores often appear in the areas on and around the nose, chin and forehead. They can also be hereditary, passed down from your parents.

Enlarged pores are not a common occurrence for those with dry skin. Oily skin also causes pores to appear enlarged because the skin tends to become inspissated. The over exposure of skin to the direct sunlight may also cause the skin to be thickened which may lead to enlarged pores condition. If you don’t take care of your skin properly and regularly the pores will become enlarged and clogged. Facials are good for deep-pore cleansing and they are very soothing. Facials are brilliant for thorough, deep-pore cleansing, not to mention how soothing they can be. Avoid applying foundation to any areas where pores are enlarged. Apply the mixture of sugar, olive oil and honey on wet face and rub it very gently in a circular motion. Remove with water with hands only.

Stop using harsh toners or astringents on the affected areas. Avoid putting moisturizers on the area as the skin produces quite enough moisture and oil on its own and doesn't need more. Apply the mixture of sugar, olive oil and honey on moist face and rub it very gently in a circular motion. Remove with water with hands only. Stop using harsh toners or astringents on the affected areas. Using these products may have a very temporary 'tightening' effect on pores, but it's extremely short-lived. Avoid putting moisturizers on the area as the skin produces quite enough moisture. Add lemon juice and a little milk to oatmeal. Apply the paste and remove after 20 minutes with water. Mix table salt and buttermilk into a paste, apply on enlarged pores and massage well. Rinse with warm water.

Enlarged Pores Treatment Tips

1. Stop using harsh toners or astringents on the affected areas.

2. Apply foundation, concealer, powder and blusher in a downward motion.

3. Add lemon juice and a little milk to oatmeal. Apply the paste and remove after 20 minutes with water.

4. Apply the mixture of sugar, olive oil and honey on wet face and rub it very gently in a circular motion.

5. Avoid putting moisturizers on the area as the skin produces quite enough moisture and oil on its own and doesn't need more.