SHRINKING PORES

Enlarged pores are usually a bi-product of aging or even just dry skin. As we age our collagen loosens and relaxes causing the pores to enlarge. Generally the first culprit is sun damage. Sun breaks down the collagen causing the skin to lose its elasticity.

The video attached explains another reason why pores become more visible, but heed my words: there is NO product out there that shrinks pores. There are products that can irritate skin and puff it up or fill up the pores with silicone making them appear smaller, but they will not actually shrink the pores.

The key to "shrinking pores" is to find a way to strengthen collagen with products such as internal and external vitamin C. Vitamin C is crucial to collagen production. Amino acids only found in meat make up 30% of our collagen, which also means it is crucial to collagen production.

Should your pores get out of control with blackheads, find a reputable dermatologist or facialist that you can see periodically to release debris trapped in your pores and to help build your elasticity. Trying this at home can sometimes cause scarring or promote capillaries.

I also highly recommend the Olay Regenerist Micoderm and Peel kit for most skin types.