Open Pores

The term open pores refer to the topographic changes on the surface of the skin that may be visible to the naked eye.


These pores often get plugged with dirt, bacteria, oil, and dead skin. When the clogged pore is exposed to air, it oxidizes, resulting in the development of blackheads and eventually leading to acne formation. Inflammatory acne can also lead to the enlargement of these pores. These pores may occur on your face around the forehead, nose, chin or cheek region. The presence and distribution of pores are determined by genetics, ethnicity, age, sex, and the quality of the skin.


In the process of treating open pores on the face, people end up using products that cause more harm than good. Instead of minimizing the pores, these products end up worsening your condition. Therefore, it is important to find out the right cause of your large pores and then treat accordingly.

Your dermatologist is the best person to do this. He or she might suggest any of the following treatments reduce the appearance of enlarged pores.

  • Laser Treatment: Laser treatments have gained immense popularity in dermatology for their versatility. They work by boosting collagen production in the skin. This treatment is especially effective in treating the pores occurring because of aging. The best thing about lasers is they have no downtime.
  • Chemical Peels: As with lasers, chemical peels have also become the go-to solution to reduce open pores. They help to remove dead skin and to clear the sebum, increasing the production of collagen and tightening the skin. They help in controlled exfoliation and remove the upper layer of dead skin. This brings out new and rejuvenated skin from beneath and thus clears the enlarged pores.
  • Micro-needling: Micro-needling is another advanced treatment that helps suppress sebum and also reduces the size of open pores.
  • Retinoids: Another way of reducing the size of open pores is with the help of retinoids, both oral and topical. This method also helps in tackling the production of excess oil. These medicines are prescription-only, and their use is to be supervised by a doctor.
  • Comedone Extraction: An expert skin specialist precisely extricates persistent blackheads from open pores with an instrument, reducing their size on the nose, chin, and cheeks.
  • AFT Technology: The Advanced Fluorescence Technology (ATF) has no downtime and no side effects. A light-based device penetrates deep into the skin, stimulating the formation of collagen and new skin cells. The result is brighter and fresher looking skin.