Facial Skin Pore Problems, And A Secret Treatment That Really Works
If you have a skin pore problem such as very large or blocked pores, you may have already tried numerous things to get this under control, all to no avail. But there is a simple, inexpensive treatment -- a secret, actually-- and it is guaranteed to work.
Before we share the secret with you, here are some tips for keeping pores clean and promoting smooth, healthy skin. These tips will help prevent your pores from becoming pitted or infected.
- Wash your skin thoroughly twice a day with a gentle soap or cream.
- Use a skin exfoliator -- it needn’t be expensive. This will help to strip away deeply embedded impurities and smooth the skin, making it less likely to form pits.
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If you have blemishes, do not pop or squeeze them unless they will pop with very gentle pressure. If you exert pressure to squeeze them, pits will form. Later in life it will scar, appearing like a crater or very pin hole, which collects dirt and impurities. Then, the only way to eliminate the problem is with expensive cosmetic surgery. And even then your skin may not look as healthy as you would like.
Now back to that secret for curing your skin pore problems: You don’t need expensive or elaborate prescriptions. A women grappling with excessive blackheads and a large bump on her nose discovered this remedy accidentally. Pore problems can take different forms: One or more overly large pores or pits on the face that collect dirt and oil, blackheads, whiteheads or sebum filled bumps.
Regardless of which problem type of problem skin you have, this solution will work for your skin pore issues.
Two specific skin topical agents work in combination. One is Clean and Clear Maximum Strength Blemish treatment. It is a 2% salicylic acid. Other brands with this active ingredient will also work. They are in drugstores in the area where acne products are shelved. The other treatment is only available with a prescription. It is called clindamycin phosphate, a mild topical usually in a roll on dispenser. It should be 1% strength.
How to get results:
Wash your face thoroughly and apply first the clindamycin, to trouble spots. Let it dry, then apply the salicylic acid product over it. Follow this regimen every night before bedtime. If you don’t mind the consistency of the salicylic acid, which is a bit gooey, you can apply both treatments in the morning also, for faster results. Depending on how clogged the pores are it could take 2 weeks to a month or more to get pores back to normal size and free of impurities. Then, continue the regimen to keep skin looking healthy. If the regimens is stopped the problem with pores will probably return.
If you are pregnant, you should not use sylicylic acid. There is another product known for anti-aging properties. It is prescription Retin-A. As well as anti-aging, some people find that it shrinks large pores and helps keep them free of impurities. Doctors have prescribed it for many decades. That said; make sure you follow instructions on your prescription for dosage and duration of use, as there are risks for some people using Retin-A.
With careful daily skin care and the secret combination treatment, you are sure to find your pores will calm down and your skin will appear much healthier in no time.