It seems as if overnight my pores became the size of the Grand Canyon (ugh!) and the oiliness around my T-zone has just become annoying.

 

The bad news is that nothing will completely eliminate oiliness or large pores but the good news is that there are several steps that you can implement into your skincare regime that will help to reduce large pores and oil.

 

First, you will need a skincare routine that will decongest your skin. Its important that this system have an effective cleanser, moisturizer, and exfoliant. I personally use Philosophy’s 4 pc. skincare system for congested skin. I love it because it has a cleanser, facial serum, eye & lip cream, and a moisturizer that is specifically designed for congested skin and reducing oil and large pores. The benefits of this 4 pc. system doesn’t stop there though, it also helps to reduce blemishes and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. WOW!! All these benefits in one 4 pc. skincare system for under $80, one facial serum could easily cost you $80 or more.

 

Once you have a basic skincare regime consisting of at least a cleanser and moisturizer you will need to exfoliate. In home oxygen peels rapidly exfoliate the skin while smoothing and hydrating it.  Philosophy’s Oxygen Peel relieves congested and blocked pores while improving overall skin texture. This peel can be used daily, weekly, or monthly as needed.

 

After I cleanse and treat my face with my skincare routine I like to apply a primer or skin perfector before applying foundation. This helps to seal in your moisturizer and treatments while concealing fine lines, wrinkles, large pores, and minimizes oil for a flawless appearance. I like the present from Philosophy because not only is it great for preping skin for make-up but when used a night after cleansing it seals in your moisturizer and treatment products to provide maximum benefits of those treatments.

 

Finally, the last product that I absolutely swear by is a retinol treatment. Retinol creams help to minimize the appearance of large pores, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, and clear congested pores. Retinol also helps in fading skin discolorations, another problem that plaques myself. Many retinol treatments can cause irritation but Philosophy’s help me retinol treatment is a patented time-release delivery system that is gradually released into the skin for less irritation. This is my night time facial cream and has greatly helped in unclogging my pores, reducing my fine lines and wrinkles, and reducing the appearance of dark spots on my face.

 

As I’ve stated earlier, nothing will completely eliminate oil and large pores but these steps can greatly help to minimize the appearance of both of these skin problems.