pores: 2010

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

How do i get rid of my blackheads and clogged pores on my chin?

i use proactiv and ive seen an improvment, but not 100%. i still get little white bumps on my chin that are oh so fun to squeeze. i still have blackheads on my nose but i have freckles so they dont bother me as much. but i want flawless skin. is there anyway to get rid of these stupid bumps? even when i used retin a micro they were still there. |||If you have health insurance, your best solution might be to visit a dermatologist. He/she can recommend prescription medications that are certain to work better than over-the-counter treatments, since they%26#039;ll be tailored to act on your particular skin problems. This is what I currently use for my acne; my dermatologist prescribed a regimen of Tazorac, Duac, and minocycline. It works fantastically!

In addition to these, I use a tea tree oil toner from Bliss Soaps, a local company in Seattle. It%26#039;s available from www.blissoap.com. If you don%26#039;t want to mail-order your products, you could probably use any all-natural toner with a tea tree oil base. I cleanse my face with Cetaphil cleanser for sensitive skin. Be sure to use a gentle cleanser, since over-drying your face can cause your pores to tighten, trapping the blackheads inside. You also want to be sure to use a sunscreen during the day, since the medications increase the susceptibility of your skin to the sun. I use a Eucerin sunscreen/moisturizer with SPF 30. Any sunscreen marketed for facial use would probably work well.

Finally, I also use Biore pore strips occasionally; they can be useful for extracting clogs that are exposed at the surface of the skin.

Good luck!|||I saw the best results with medicated cream, it%26#039;s called Benzaclin. I got it to use on my acne, but it cleared my blackheads as well. The problem with %26quot;whiteheads%26quot; is that sometimes they come from the lotion you use to moisturize your face. %26quot; Whiteheads are form of acne and one of the greatest fears of the beauty - a build-up of oils, serum and dead skin that plugs up your pores.%26quot; that%26#039;s the answer I found on the internet. I found that exfoliating my face once or twice a week helps keep them at bay. Also I use the Johnson and Johnson cream cleanser and that helps my skin as well, but don%26#039;t use it too often as it will dry out your skin a bit. I usually live it on my skin for about 5 minutes. I use it on my face, my decolletage and my upper back if I see any signs of breakouts. I use that every day that I don%26#039;t use the Benzaclin.

Also if you do decide to go to your doctor and ask for the prescription but find out that it%26#039;s too expensive, go to TogetherRX.com and get their prescription discount card, it took off about 40% off.|||It might be overkill, but if you want acne completely gone, I%26#039;ve heard great things about ZenMed. I came across a website that has found a bunch of customer feedback about ZenMed. Your best bet is to at least check it out:

http://www.topacnecures.info/acne-zenmed鈥?/a>

Best of luck|||Goto the body shop! Just tell them whats up and they help! And most there stuff smells real nice! And its all natural so its good for your skin! The tea tree and sea weed are the best things for blackheads from there i think!

Does anyone know what is effective to shrink my enlarged pores of my face?

Because my subesus glad is very active I have very oily skin, thus I have enlarged pores. I was wondering does anyone know any product or face pack which is very effective to shrink those enlarged pores. Would be very helpful, if anyone please respnse. Thanks a lot.|||First of all wash your face only 2 times a day, that way you will not remove natural oil and your skin won%26#039;t compensate it. In the evening wash with warm water (15 splashes) and follow with cool water (15 splashes). Get Oil of Olay cleansing towelettes for oily skin type, it will help to remove excess oil and your pores will not clog.

Don%26#039;t use alcohol on your face.

In the morning wash your face with regular cleanser for oily skin type. And follow with moisturizer for oily skin types.

This should help your problem. When you follow this your pores will shrink a little. But they won%26#039;t go away forever as you have oily skin type and enlarged pores are typical for this type of skin.|||Go to the fridge and get an egg , seperate the yolk from the white, get the white and rub all over the place let it dry then wash off with mild soap and onley cold water. I learned this thirty yrs ago in high scool health class.|||First address the oiliness. Drink plenty of water, proper nutrition, supplements; helping body internal as well as externally. Use a pH correct skin care system that will help to control the oil, yet moisturize the skin. The glands may be overactive due to the skin being %26quot;dehydrated%26quot;. Most skin care is not pH correct, which is not the same as balanced. Eliminate drying alcohols as it will strip the skin of it%26#039;s correct pH. Masques will help to shrink the pores. Product resources available.|||i believe models use hemmoroid cream to reduce the size of pimples, bags under their eyes etc.|||Gycolic facials, or try Oil of Olay shimmer. There are so many over the counter products. I also get facials, helps alot.

How to minimize my pores and clear blackheads?

I heard the biore products are the best. If you think other products are better please say! There is so many to choose from. Which product or products will clear my blackheads and make my huge pores in my nose small? Also how long does it take to show results? :P thanks so much it really means alot to me. p.s im a guy :)|||Use blackhead strips you can get them from home bargins for 拢2 and you get like 8 strips use 1 every 2 days and it should work within%26#039; a week

hope i helped|||Freederm stuff is good, its not too expensive either.

I tried a few clearasil products but they all dry your skin out which then encourages it to be even greasier.

So yeah freederm, theyve got a wash, cream and moisturiser so for best results use all 3. And moisturising with their stuff won%26#039;t make your skin greasier either.|||The Clinique pore minimizer is fab it closes pores and clears the skin up perfectly. You can buy cheap clinique from http:www://www.beautyparlor.co.uk and it is definately worth a try!|||try using tea tree oil as a toner to retract your pores, or any other toner (the vit e one from Boots is cheap as chips and works great).

As for balckheads, you cna try making some of thos estrips by using cooking gelatine.|||I always use the Biore line of products and it works great for me. |||http://hubpages.com/hub/Reducepores|||i find clearasil deep cleanse pore scrub really works, and try face wipes at night too

How do I get rid of white heads in my pores?

for some reason i have clogged pores ONLY on my nose its filled with white heads and im tried a bunch of different remedies including pore strips nothing seems to work any advice?|||If your Afro American as your pic shows........I would ask a doctor. Your skin scars easily and your nose never should be poked or squeesed the small capularies break and the poors get bigger.|||strong sticky tape it will rip em right out|||Pro Active is the only thing that worked for my husband.|||An OTC topical medication is usually recommended for those people with whiteheads or mild acne. Apply the topical medicine directly onto the whiteheds and any other affected area of the skin.

You can鈥檛 get rid of whiteheads or blackheads overnight. It takes time. If used regularly, OTC topical medicines can be reasonably effective. Be patient. It might take 8 weeks or more before you will notice any difference in your skin. Most treatments would several weeks or even months before you can see any noticeable change.

Common OTC acne medicines used to treat acne include benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, resorcinol and sulfur. Each of this works differently and has different effects on the acne.

Benzoyl peroxide is useful for a mild case of comedones. It can also help to prevent formation of more whiteheads.

The effects of benzoyl peroxide are:

Antibacterial 鈥?Destroys and inhibits the growth of acne bacteria

Decreases the chemical reaction that cause changes to the lining of the hair follicle. This may help reduce the plugging that causes comedones.

Resorcinol and sulfur help to break down comedones like whiteheads and blackheads.

In addition to breaking down whiteheads and blackheads, salicylic acid also helps to reduce the shedding of cells lining the follicles of the sebaceous glands.

Topical OTC acne medicines come in various forms. It could be in the form of a gel, a lotion, a cream, a soap or pads.

Tretinoin (Retin-A, Avita, Renova) is the chief ingredient used in treatment of whiteheads and blackheads. Tretinoin is a derivative of vitamin A.

The effects of tretinoin are:

Increases skin cell renewal

Reduces the %26quot;stickiness%26quot; of the sloughed cells

Causes expulsion of plugged material

Converts closed comedones into open comedones. The material in these newly converted open comedones can be easily extruded.

Extraction may be used by a health care provider on open comedones or blackheads. This process is performed using a device called a comedone extractor. This is a small, metal, circular instrument that is centered on the comedone and pushes down the surrounding skin, causing the plug to extrude.|||Yep. You gotta go to a dermatologist. Instead of wasting a bunch of money on over-the-counter meds, use that money to see a doctor who knows what he%26#039;s doing. I went to a dermatologist a few years ago, and it changed my life around.|||Try srcub kind of Things, don%26#039;t u watch TV?

How to make your pores in the skin smaller?

My pores are quite big and I have quite a lot is there any way to make them smaller?|||A skin transplant.... doctors in Japan can now remove skin from dead kangaroos and use it on your face. Kangaroo skin has very small pores so you will look beautiful! but brown...|||There are various creams you can buy from drug stores, places like Walmart, Target, Ulta, Sephora, that you can put on your skin to minimize the pore size.

What's the best way of getting rid of blocked pores/blackheads on your back?

They are not that bad, but it would be nice to have completely clear skin.

Any product recommendations?

Thanks for your help!!|||I use a back scrubber when im in the bath, you can buy them from anywhere. I personally wouldnt use a product as it tends to block the pores up more!! Give your back a good scrub with warm soapy water and then finally rinse with cold water as cold as you can bare...this then closes the pores back up so bacteria and dirt cant get in as easily. Hope this helps.|||Buy an exfoliating body puff from Superdrug, lather up with Wrights Coal Tar soap and get your lass to give your back a good scrub.|||For blackheads i use Clean %26amp; Clear blackhead clearing cleanser.

Im not sure if it would work on your back but i suppose anythings possible.|||Use Clearasil cleanser it works wonders.

Regards:Sky.

Did microdermabrasion appear to help lessen the size of your pores?

I have huge pores, and I heard that microdermabsion helps with that. Therefore, I was wondering whether microdermabsion did anything for the appearance of your pores?

Also, are people who are prone to keloid scarring bad candidates for microdermabrasion?|||Yep, they do! But be careful if you have acne.

How to make your pores smaller with cheap stuff?

My pores are HHUUGGEE!!! I am mad because biore stuff does get rid of MOST blackheads but still makes your pores HUGE(or maybe thats just me)! PLEASE HELP!|||yeah biore opens your pores to get out the dirt making them smaller. i found that out the hard way. ive used lots of stuff, and the whole %26#039;rinsing your face with cold water to shrink pores%26#039; doesn%26#039;t work at all! the best product ive found is Burt%26#039;s bees deep cleanser face wash. its about 7 bucks at walmart or target and has reduced the size of my pores a good bit. they aren%26#039;t invisible, but a lot smaller than before. good luck!|||Though I don%26#039;t know how to treat pores, but you can make them less visible with makeup.

Inexpensive- Rimmel Fix and Perfect Foundation Primer. It fills in pores and fine lines - making them look smaller. Wear it under your foundation or alone if you don%26#039;t wear any foundation.

Expensive - Clinique Pore Minimizer and Clarins Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch. Again wear alone or under your foundation.|||To make your pores smaller, all you need is a cheap bottle of astringent, which you can pick up at any dollar store or the likes for a few dollars, and a good facial scrub. the key to this is remembering to care for your skin and use the astringent daily!

also, remember to always moisturize! these are the keys to healthy youthful skin.

Is natural yougurt effective to reduce the appaerance of large pores/acne scars?

I am using natural yougurt to reduce the appearnce of my large pores. Eveyday for 20 mins.Has anyone done it and know if it works.|||Ive suffered with acne for 5 years now and a friend told me recently that eliminating dairy products from your diet can help get rid of acne. I thought id give it a try since i have nothing to loose considering all the MONEY and time i have spent on acne products and facials in the past.

It took about 3 weeks to see a noticeable difference and 4 weeks later the only remains on my face are a few scars which will heal over time. I stopped eating/drinking milk, cream, ice cream, cheese and basically anything with high milk contents. I still eat some yogurt a few times a week because i still want some calcium intake and yogurt is also very good for your intensinal flora. I will also buy some calcium tablets.

After all these years of medication, expensive facial treatments, laser treatment anything you name it, i have done it, i can finally say im free from acne. I have to say though that i was shocked because of all the research ive done and doctors ive been to, never ever mentioned anything about dairy products and how they may be a major cause of acne. I also did more research about why milk may be a huge factor in acne and it came up with because of the hormones in milk that are produced by a cow when the cow is pregnant. It all makes sense and

finally after all these years i have found the cure for acne.

Forget the products for now stop eating any dairy products and see if there is any difference.

Give it a go you have nothing to loose!|||I wish you well in whatever choice that you make. My son had acne and I do know the distress that it can bring. Not to be taken lightly.

I also agree that you should see a dermatologist. I suggest that as welll as clearpores, you do have a look at the exposed acne product.

Also ensure that you check your diet to ensure that you are eating plenty of vegetables and fruit and also a simple tip to implement is to drink plenty of water each day.

Good luck with your decision|||鈥?For acne scars: Mix 1 tablespoon of sour cream ( 0% fat for oily face), 1 tablespoon of yogurt, 1 tablespoon of grind oatmeal and 3-4 drops of lemon juice. Apply on face, leave for 10 minutes and wash off.Log on to http://tipsfromruby-acne.blogspot.com/ for a few home made tips to heal acne .|||Try yogurt with some oats. When u wash it off after it%26#039;s dry, it removes off dirt n tightens the skin.

How do you shrink pores or get rid of blackheads?

What soaps/lotions actually work? What home remedies?|||Not even kidding, baking soda. Make sure you scrub good it clears up dead skin making your skin clearer. It is like 12 or 14 bucks cheaper then Clearasil. Just make sure you don%26#039;t leave any of it on,places like your nose around the sides and the holes. I promise you it works great because proactive did not work but this does!

Put enough baking soda to fit in your palm and add water until it turns into a thick paste. Only do this at night, or you will dry your skin out.|||I use:

Neutrogena Pore Refining Cleanser

Biore Detoxify Exfoliator

Olay Oily/combo washcloths

Clean and Clear Pore Toner

You can use different products; you should generally use a cleanser, an exfoliator, and face wipes. Of course everyone is different and therefore you%26#039;ll have to experiment with different products and when you use them. I usually use of them once a day; cleanser every day and exfoliate twice a week. If any irritation occurs, you should cut down and use them less often or use less cleansers daily. If it%26#039;s not working you should bump it up to two times a day, which is the recommended amount of times.You know what your skin is like, so plan accordingly. You also always moisturize everyday using a facial moisturizer with good SPF. I suggest Olay.|||those biore stripps pull your blackheads out really well.... but it%26#039;s expensive. You can shrink your poors with an astringent... and also by spashing cold water on your face after washing it.|||You can get blackhead strips to put on your nose for instance, from a local pharmacy, easy to use and works :)

What is the best way to clear oyt the pores on my face?

What is the best way to clean out my pores and remove all of the Blackheads, dirt, etc.

What what is the best way for clean, smooth, clearer skin (face still)|||put a spoon full of sugar in ur palm add a little fresh foam wash n use ur hands to wash ur face--the sugar gets out the dirt etcc -use it once a week|||heat up some rice (clean with no oils :) and yes the kind you eat.

wash your hands,

roll the rice into a ball

rub all over where there are any pores,

this clears out pores with 0% chance of causing pimples, and works even 4 the most sensitive skin- just make sure nobody has l icked the rice o and thing like that,

rub untill the rice turns dirty with all the stuff it has picked up.

What is the best way to deal with huge pores?

I mean, my nose can look like a strawberry... Otherwise I have awsome skin.|||Cleanse and rinse. Natural oils can build up beneath pores and cause bacteria to grow. Wash your face thoroughly but not aggressively. Use a mild cleanser that is meant for your skin type--dry, normal, oily or combination skin. Make sure to rinse skin completely to eliminate soapy residue.

Use a toner on your skin to diminish blemishes. Delicate rose water toners smell beautiful as well as do the job.

Exfoliate the dead skin cells. A gentle scrub with a grainy texture will remove dead skin which could clog pores. Exfoliating also allows other products to penetrate your skin more effectively.

Mask it. Apply a mask to your face to draw out dirt from deep within the pores. Don%26#039;t rub harshly or the skin could become damaged and develop further skin complications. Try mixing almond meal with water to make a natural mask and let it sit for approximately 20 minutes before rinsing.

Draw in pore size. Have a professional facial and/or extraction to minimize overall pore appearance. Eliminating blackheads can tighten pores and give the visible appearance of shrinking.

Use additional products like antioxidant creams to reduce the effects of over exposure to sun and pollutants. You%26#039;ll feel rejuvenated too.

Maintain your skins restoration with a regular cleansing and moisturizing regime. Healthy skin makes you look radiant and feel great.|||I recommend trying Biore%26#039;s warming facial scrub. It works REALLY well at clearing and cleaning out the pores so they appear smaller and getting rid of blackheads. I use it every morning and within 2 weeks I noticed a DRASTIC difference. It is only about $5 a tube and lasts 2 months and you can get it at your local store! Good Luck|||Clinique.com|||Read tips on Skincare and more to help you on this site|||check the links below for natural homemade beauty tips to:-- Large pores on face

http://blog.360.yahoo.com/blog-42eT_e8_b鈥?/a>|||Clinique makes a great product for that!

How to create great skin? Get rid of blackheads, pores, and pimples?

Hi. I want to be a dermatologist when I get older, and I%26#039;m helping my friend with her skin issues. She has dryish skin under her forehead, and oily skin on her forehead. She has 6-10 pimples, and blackheads, and pores. Are there any home remedies to any of the above? Or are there any real WORKING local products that are good and actually work?|||hi

i think your question was meant for me to answer

i just took off all my black heads and whiteheads

the best thing that works for me is

is the BIORE face strips. they literally rip them out. its easy

just wet the desired area, put teh strip on, and let it dry. when it gets hard , almmost like paper mache, rip it off quickly. all the blackandwhite heads will come out. heres the link. its 10 dollars at walmart too.

it dosent hurt either =]

http://www.biore.com/usa/?enl_semgrp=bra鈥?/a>|||Washing of the face regularly or try a facial cleanser such as the Neutrogena Wave or some deep cleanser soap. The dry skin can be cured possibly by that or find some facial lotion, I guess. I bought my Wave and was like %26quot;Where have you been my entire life???%26quot;|||There are ways of curing blackheads, that most people know, such as regular skincare, eating a healthy low-fat diet, the use of quality cosmetics products.|||drink lots of water.

eat healthy.

exersice

put mozterizer on your face 3 times a day.

try using tannign stuff on your face; so it covers up

or just try makeup.

you mainy jus have to wash ur face with soap|||when i had acne issues this is what i did:

A CLEAN PILLOW CASE every other day or everyday if you can! its amazing how much that helps pimples.

wash face morning and night, with a CLEAN washcloth, ALWAYS remove makeup, and use makeup that is NON-OILY based. this allows your skin to breathe more easily during the day. don%26#039;t pick, and change your diet to a little less fats.

when popping pimp. and blackheads always always use peroxide on it after its cleaned out, this will kill/clean any other little stuff you cant reach.

and last but not least, BIRTH CONTROL for girls.

it really does help some girls have a more balanced skin completion.

hope that helped some.

What is the best foundation to cover up large pores + black heads?

Anrgh, I really wanna start wearing makeup...But, I need foundation/tinted stuff/powder that%26#039;s good at covering up blackheads and large pores. Any suggestions?|||Mac is the best|||use face masks often to keep your pores clean and use bare minerals, if that is too expensive nuetrogena has the same stuff and use the shimmer stuff, just not to extreme|||clinique and mac have good coverage.

I heard that applying the foundation with a brush covers pores.|||PRESCRIPTIVES|||Try using Revlon Colorstay it gives you 100% coverage, now comes with Softplex a technology that makes you feel like you aren%26#039;t even wearing foundation but yet covers great. It is also oil-free, spf 6, and will not cause breakouts. The whole day my face feels fresh and the foundation lasts the whole day.|||Revlon Colorstay|||Makeup technology today is fairly balanced among the top names. Whether you choose Cover Girl or Almay or Avon or Neutragena. They will all give you the coverage you desire. Buy a few samples of each and see what works best for you. But they all have basically the same ingredients and technology today. have fun and good luck|||Try I.D. bare minerals. I dont use it myself, but i know alot of people that do and it covers well.|||Mac is a really good brand...|||LOREAL|||Anything with good coverage will cover the color of blackheads. Pores are trickier because they are indentions in the skin, and foundation settles in. A primer will help fill them in and smooth the surface of the skin before foundation, but experiment as some of these may just clog pores more. I have large pores also and use L%26#039;Oreal True Match, it does well throughout most of the day.

What kind of mask i can use to clean pores real good Daily!?

I have open pores on my face that resulted from acne. How do i get rid of them? How will i make them disappear

Also, how do i get rid of blemishes on my face because of acne? Please help me.|||Look into microdermabrasion (spell?) by Mary Kay it%26#039;s pricy but I hear it gives great results! Even though some people will say nothing you can do for big/open pores, all of Mary Kay%26#039;s products are 100% money back guarenteed, so you don%26#039;t lose anything.|||derm doc.

have em sanded.

no problem|||You can use microdermabrasion three times weekly, although it may take up to three weeks to SEE results (though you%26#039;ll feel them much sooner!) You could try an astringent line of products like the Clinique 3-step system... it%26#039;s available at Macy*s, Dillard%26#039;s, Belk, Elder Beerman or any other department store like that, and it%26#039;s pretty affordable (about $35 for the whole set)... or you can try ProActiv, which is what really worked for me. It%26#039;s a little pricy to get started, but it%26#039;s well worth it.

Something else I can suggest, though I don%26#039;t recomment using it too frequently, are plain %26#039;ol alcohol pads. Use them about three times weekly and they%26#039;ll shrink up your large pores... the alcohol will dry them shut. It might dry your skin out around your pores, so get a really good moisturizer if that%26#039;s the route you decide to take.... but any of those ideas should do really well for you. :)

Good luck! :)|||here check these ideas out

GRANDMA%26#039;S CURES

Keep This Handy On The Fridge

Did You Know that drinking two glasses of Gatorade can relieve headache pain almost immediately--

without the unpleasant side effects caused by traditional %26quot;pain relievers.%26quot;

Did you know that Colgate toothpaste makes an excellent salve for burns.

Before you head to the drugstore for a high-priced inhaler filled with mysterious chemicals, try chewing on a couple of curiously strong Altoids peppermints. They%26#039;ll clear up your stuffed nose.

Achy muscles from a bout of the flu? Mix 1 Tablespoon of horseradish in 1 cup of olive oil. Let the mixture sit for 30 minutes, then apply it as a massage oil, for instant relief for aching muscles.

Sore throat? Just mix 1/4 cup of vinegar with 1/4 cup of honey and take 1 tablespoon six times a day. The vinegar kills the bacteria.

Cure urinary tract infections with Alka-Seltzer.

Just dissolve two tablets in a glass of water and drink it at the onset of the symptoms. Alka-Seltzer begins eliminating urinary tract infections almost instantly-- even though the product was never been advertised for this use.

Honey remedy for skin blemishes ...

Cover the blemish with a dab of honey and place a Band-Aid over it. Honey kills the bacteria, keeps the skin sterile, and speeds healing. Works overnight.

Listerine therapy for toenail fungus. Get rid of unsightly toenail fungus by soaking your toes in Listerine mouthwash. The powerful antiseptic leaves your toenails looking healthy again.

Easy eyeglass protection... To prevent the screws in eyeglasses from loosening, apply a small drop of Maybelline Crystal Clear nail polish to the threads of the screws before tightening them.

Cleaning liquid that doubles as bug killer ... If menacing bees, wasps, hornets, or yellow jackets get in your home and you can%26#039;t find the insecticide, try a spray of Formula 409. Insects drop to the ground instantly.

Smart splinter remover ..just pour a drop of Elmer%26#039;s Glue-All over the splinter, let dry, and peel the dried glue off the skin. The splinter sticks to the dried glue.

Hunt%26#039;s tomato paste boil cure ...cover the boil with Hunt%26#039;s tomato paste as a compress. The acids from the tomatoes soothe the pain and bring the boil to a head.

Balm for broken blisters... To disinfect a broken blister, dab on a few drops of Listerine ...a powerful antiseptic.

Vinegar to heal bruises ... Soak a cotton ball in white vinegar and apply it to the bruise for 1 hour. The vinegar reduces the blueness and speeds up the healing process.

Kills fleas instantly...Dawn dish washing liquid does the trick. Add a few drops to your dog%26#039;s bath and shampoo the animal thoroughly. Rinse well to avoid skin irritations. Good-bye fleas.

Rainy day cure for dog odor ...Next time your dog comes in from the rain, simply wipe down the animal with Bounce or any dryer sheet, instantly making your dog smell springtime fresh.

Eliminate ear mites ...All it takes is a few drops of Wesson corn oil in your cat%26#039;s ear...Massage it in, then clean with a cotton ball. Repeat daily for 3 days. The oil soothes the cat%26#039;s skin, smothers the mites, and accelerates healing.

Quaker Oats for fast pain relief... It%26#039;s not for breakfast any more! Mix 2 cups of Quaker Oats and 1 cup of water in a bowl and warm in the microwave for 1 minute, cool slightly,

and apply the mixture to your hands for soothing relief from arthritis pain.|||hi

I would advice you to try some home based remedies for skin ,hair and weight problems, this link has some good information it sure did help me so here goes,

http://tinyurl.com/zrol5

goodluck|||I posted the same answer on another question but it also applies to you.

Between the ages of 12 and 20, most people go through puberty (YUCK) Here%26#039;s what%26#039;s happening to your skin. Before anyone starts puberty, they usually have very smooth beautiful skin. This is because a child鈥檚 skin cycle is about 10 days ( children grow an entire new set of skin every 10 days). That%26#039;s why they have a natural glow and require no make-up. As you get into puberty, your skin cycle slows down drastically to 28 day cycle. This sends your body into shock. It%26#039;s still producing oils for the faster 10 day cycle. This is why you get oily. Stress and emotional factors also cause you to break out. Once your hormones and oil production slow down to fit your new 28 day skin cycle, your skin will stop breaking out as much. The only thing you can really do during puberty is use non chemical products (little or no alcohol) that won%26#039;t irritated the skin, drinks lots of water, and treat the breakouts with aloe when they pop up. Aloe in you daily routine will help prevent many breakouts, but sometimes it just can%26#039;t be avoided.

If you are grown and experience oily skin, start looking at the products that you are using. The oiliness of your skin is attributed to hormones and genetics, however, most people who experience very oily skin often have the problem from using too many chemical products. Your skin may be oily because it has been stripped of it鈥檚 natural moisture. You want to avoid ANY over the counter acne treatment or products for oily skin. These products are alcohol based and will strip your skins natural oils away. At this point, you body kicks into overdrive. Thinking that your skin is too dry, because the natural oils are gone, your brain tells your body to make more oil. This of course causes your skin to become more oily, and the cycle never ends. The key to getting rid of oily skin is finding balance. Here鈥檚 what to do for oily skin:

1) Do not use over the counter acne product (no alcohol or Benzoil Peroxide)- They will dry your skin causing over-stimulation of the oil glands.

2) Look for products that are natural and contain High concentrations of aloe. It should be in the first 3 to 5 ingredients of any product you buy.

3) Start the following regimen:

*Cleanse with mild cleanser preferably aloe based.

*Tone (The purpose of a toner is to act as the %26quot;rinse cycle%26quot; for your face. Everyone should use toner after washing the face to remove any left over cleansers or dirt. Do not use a toner with alcohol in it. You can buy alcohol free toners or use witch hazel. It%26#039;s the perfect natural toner for most skin types.)

*Nourish - Drink Water, take vitamins%26amp; zinc, and apply topical vitamin C to your skin.

* Moisturize 鈥?There is a difference in Oil and Moisture, your skin needs moisture to be healthy, A good vitamin C cream will help kill bacteria too.

*Exfoliate 鈥?at least 2 times per week- no not let dead skin cells build up on the surface and clog your pores.

*Take a daily suppliment of Zinc,Calcium,and Magnesium.|||I have used the vitamin C peel kit from JAFRA. You use it once a week and it is gentle on your face. The great thing is that all of their products have a money back guaruntee. I have lots of scaring from acne as well and have been using this product and have noticed a noticable chage. The great thing is that it affordable as well.

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Shannon S|||Any vegetable or fruit that has an astringent quality will help smoothen uneven skin texture and reduce open pores.

Tomato juice to which a few drops of lime juice has been added. Apply on open pores for 20 minutes. Wash with cold water.

The juice or pulp of Pineapple and Peaches and Papaya are very good. Always wash your face with cold water after steaming. In humid weather wash the face 2-3 times with cold water. If you have powdered orange peel, use this in place of soap.|||you need to us proactive and that will take every thing of your face and your face it;s going to be clean|||I had acne few months ago.A good friend of mone suggested to go to the following site.I used it.Now I have a clearer skin.Amazing! Isn%26#039;t it.You may try too.

www.bpandya.qbeautyzone.com

You may have additional questions, just incase I would gladly help you, email me puja_wci@hotmail.com

How do I get rid of blackheads on my face as well as get my pores to look better afterwards?

I%26#039;ve always washed my face a lot and often use a lot of creams and gels that are supposed to combat blackheads but they don%26#039;t really do anything. Lately my nose especially has looked really bad with large pores due to blackheads.

What is the best way to get rid of facial blackheads?

And how do I allow my pores to close and look better/normal afterwards?|||Honestly, I have very sensitive skin and using products no matter if they say they are good for sensitive skin or not, usually make my skin worse than better, wether it be breakouts or dryness etc..

The best thing to do is use very warm water-this will open the pores and use a good sponge to clean the pores thoroughly and tea-trea oil is amazing for any skin problems-but will sting a little if used on broken skin but will not harm at all, it will make any cuts etc heal a lot faster and clean them of any dirt..The use cold water-as cld as you can handle -this will close your pores and pat your face dry-do not rub this will just irritate and cause any dirt from the towel back into your pores-so pat dry gently..It won%26#039;t have an nstant effect but it is the best way if you are finding that products don%26#039;t help. The lack of effort and about a week at the most and you%26#039;ll be a happy munchkin :)

My faveourites for skin problems has to be using Unperfumed cat litter as a face mask-cheap and closes your pores very tight.Use some tea tree afterwards and also poridge oats mixed with water to make a paste-wash with that and stopa dry skin..sounds really odd but it honetly works wonders :)

Hope this was helpful|||Don%26#039;t over wash your face as your pores will then try to over compensate the loss of oil and make even more on your face, thus making the acne worse, only wash your face twice a day morning and at night before you go to bed. Buy a facial steam sauna/mask to help improve skin tone and will make it easier to eliminate blackheads, afterwards use a good face mask (I use one from Avon which is intended to specifically reduce pore size) and make sure you don%26#039;t mix creams/lotions together as this will make them less effective and you could get a nasty irritation. Good luck!|||start having a regular skin care routine.

the best thing to do is to basically give yourself facials.

to do this you will need -

*make up remover

*cleanser

*toner

*facial scrub

*moisturiser

*facial sponges or thick cotton wool

*q-tips (ear buds)

and a fairly large bowl of water.

every morning, apply some cleanser to your face using your fingers and rub your face all over, even your neck.

then wet the sponges/cotton wool and remove cleanser.

then apply the cleanser again and repeat the removal process. the first cleanse will open up your pores and the second one will remove any dirt from them.

then apply some toner to the cotton wool and rub all over your face. this closes your newly cleaned pores and stops anymore dirt getting in.

then apply a moisturiser all over your face. then you can apply your make up.

repeat this every morning and night before bed. at this time, apply some make up remover to a q-tip and gently rub the make up off your eyes. do not scrub hard as this can create wrinkles and thin the skin.

this can be your daily routine.

once a week, cleanse twice, tone, then apply exfoliant to your face. rub all over your face, scrubbing off all the dead skin. then apply toner to remove the srub.

then moisturise and continue as usual. this is your weekly facial.

all of this together with a balanced diet and plenty of protein (as your skin, hair and nails is made of keratin, which is a type of protein) your sking will be glowing in no time!|||i use knoxx, unflavored gelatine. what i do is, dissolve a tsp. of knoxx w/ warm water (small amount). then cut some onion paper into small pcs, about 2 x 2%26quot;. then put onion paper w/ the dissolved knoxx then, place it into your face. leave it till it dries completely.

remove paper. wash your face w/ luke warm water, then w/ cod water to close the pores of your skin.|||Scientists at NY University College of Medicine have shown that Niacinamide is superior to antibiotics such as Clindamycin in controlling acne.

Try %26quot;Niapads%26quot; (it contains Niacinamide) for controlling your acne. It鈥檚 Simple for Pimple(C). One step process provides exfoliation, pore cleansing and prevention of acne.

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http://www.google.com/base/a/evelyngunn9/5031523/D3727033352058264320|||go for a facial, but you cant get rid of it, they grow back

What is the functional connection between the nucleolus, nuclear pores, and the nuclear membrane?

a. Subunits of ribosomes are assembled in the nucleolus and pass through the nuclear membrane via the nuclear pores.

b. The nuclear pores are connections between the nuclear membrane and the endoplasmic reticulum that permit ribosomes to assemble on the surface of the ER.

c. The nucleolus contains messenger RNA (mRNA), which crosses the nuclear envelope through the nuclear pores. d. Endoplasmic reticulum membrane is produced in the nucleolus and leaves the nucleus through the nuclear pores.

e. None of the above is correct.|||a. Subunits of ribosomes are assembled in the nucleolus and pass through the nuclear membrane via the nuclear pores.

Any ideas on how to get rid of clogged pores on your nose and chin areas?

I have cleared up the rest of my skin with retinae micro. but after 6 months, it isn%26#039;t doing anything to my pores on my nose or chin. any ideas on how to clear them up? i have been using pore strips on my nose. it does ok I guess, but nothing really noticeable.|||There are two things you can try. First, a hot flannel on your face, which will lift all the dirt out of pores, then an antiseptic like witch hazel over the affected areas with a cotton pad. Then, splash with cold water to seal the pores again. Or, alternatively, try an exfoliating scrub. I%26#039;d say exfoliate it yourself with a soft brush, but as the area is on your face, it%26#039;s not a good idea cos the skin%26#039;s so sensitive. So, it%26#039;s best to use a scrub with beads in it.|||try alchohol or an alcho based substance itll open your pores and youll feel the breeze|||i%26#039;m surprised the pore strips havent really been working, i use the biore pore strips once every week or two and have seen great results. try finding a peel off face mask or try using clearasil facewashes. i also saw an improvement overall in my skin when i switched from using just facewash to using an apricot scrub before a medicated wash|||Steps

1.Take a clean face cloth. Make sure it is clean! Dirty towels can add to the oil and chemicals that build on your skin, helping the growth of Blackheads.

2.Wet it with boiling water. This way, your pores will open (tiny holes in your skin) that will allow your skin to breath a little.

3.Wash your face with a blackhead cleanser.

4.Rinse your face thoroughly.

5.Use a toner to close your pores.

6.Add moisturizer if you wish.|||i swear by this product call Pure Focus by Lancome it%26#039;s a bit pricey but its really worth it, I noticed a change right away and it leaves your skin smooth. It has this warming thing which I guess it helps!!

http://www.lancome-usa.com/skincare/clea鈥?/a>|||Use an exfoliater. You might want to try to get a facial as well.

Do you already see a dermatologist? If not I would recommend making an appointment, I went to see one for the same reason and my skin has cleared up beautifully.

What peel off face mask is best for cleaning pores? And where can i get it?

I am looking for one of those gel-like face masks you put on your face and leave for about 10-15 mins until they dry and you peel them off. The ones that remove dirty/blokced pores and keep your skin feeling dry - not greasy after you take it off. Any recommendations? What %26amp; where from? Please note - I am in the UK.|||Hi nnot may places make these any more, I know avon do quite a lot of them, I have a book here so I will let you know the ones they have A skin refiner mask this exfoliates absorbs oil and tightens pores this is in Avon Solutions Purify section, A cleasrskin cycle cleaner mask in avon clearskin range,A planet spa Facial Mud Mask, that absorbs serface oil, and removes inpuritys, for soft firmer skin, Planet Spa, Japanese Sake and Rice smoothing peel of face mask tthe products in the japanese rice and sake are brilliant leave the skin amazingly soft and smooth.

I know superdrug have packets of face masks, I dont really use them because they burn my skin, but the avon makes are good and last ages,|||believe it or not Elmer%26#039;s glue works for the same purpose and its a lot cheaper.|||You can look here http://www.discountbeautyproductgiftwagon.com/ they have a wide variety of masks. (use the search engine on their page) anything you need, including organic or herbal, the natures way, that is really good for your skin and hair. I shop here all the time. They also have reasonable prices and are very good about shipping quickly.http://www.discountbeautyproductgiftwagon.com/|||superdrug tea tree oil one its in a green tube cost around 拢2

How to keep pores clean with stage make-up?

I%26#039;m in a community theatre play and my pores are getting blocked even though I am using a good facial wash and toner morning and night and I use an exfoliator.

What do you guys do?|||Got to agree with the two posters just above me--don%26#039;t use community makeup, get your own. And if you%26#039;re using it every night, not much is going to help 100% except a few consecutive days off. Our skin isn%26#039;t meant to absorb that much unnatural goo.

That said, a couple things help me:

1) Use baby wipes as your first method of removal. Facial wash afterwards.

2) Moisturize with a good water-based (not oil-based)moisturizer. You get what you pay for with this stuff, so don%26#039;t skimp. I like Clinique Dramatically Different gel. You have to get it at a dept store makeup counter, and it costs about $20 a bottle. It seems counterintuitive to moisturize when you%26#039;re breaking out, but a professional makeup lady once explained to me that if your skin lacks moisture, it absorbs a LOT more makeup in order to get that moisture back. So, if you moisturize before applying your makeup, you put a protective layer of that good stuff on and less of the icky makeup sinks in.

3) Those Biore pore cleansing strips work great. Wet them, stick them on your nose or forehead or wherever, let dry, then peel off. The dirt and stuff will pull right out of your pores and stick to the strip...gross but kinda fascinating!

4) Finally, think about whether you REALLY have to use stage makeup, or whether you can substitute some heavy-duty street makeup (still lighter than stage makeup) in some ways. I have really sensitive skin, and when I was doing rep, I was breaking out so much that I finally had to give up my trusty Ben Nye foundation and start using a good-quality department store base. I still used stage highlight, shadow, and a few other things, but not having that thick mask on underneath really helped. I found that as long as I powdered really well, I didn%26#039;t have a melting problem. And I had my makeup designer help me with getting the shade right under the stage lights--I went a shade or two darker than what I would wear in real life.|||The only thing you can do is to wash it completely and do not go home from a cast party so tired that you fall asleep in your stage make-up. Stage make-up is VERY different from regular make-up and any chance you get, pamper your skin with a facial (after a weekend run and you don%26#039;t have to get back in make-up for a couple of days)|||Did you try using a peel? Maybe that would help.|||If you%26#039;re using %26quot;community%26quot; make-up, that could be the problem. Often community theatres use the same make-up for years with everyone sharing the same product.

I%26#039;d invest in quality make-up for your use only %26amp; learn to apply it yourself. MAC has a great line that is strong enough for stage, but gentle enough on your skin.

Also, use a gentle water based moisturizer before applying make-up. It keeps your skin from drying %26amp; it makes it easier to remove.

Break a leg %26amp; enjoy the run!|||I agree with a lot of the advice you%26#039;ve been given but I can%26#039;t imagine anyone uses %26#039;community%26#039; make up anymore... it%26#039;s archaic. It hardly costs anything to get a barebones make up kit. Avoid the grossness people and buy your own kit. Please.

The nature of the make up... it%26#039;s not called greasepaint for nothing. By the end of the run, everyone has acne issues. It goes with the territory. You just wash it off completely and let your face breathe all night. If you can avoid wearing makeup the next day until call time that would be helpful too. I%26#039;ve used a number of things to take off that makeup and I still break out. It doesn%26#039;t really matter what you use so use whatever has worked best for you. Cold cream, a facial wash and a cloth, a presoaked makeup remover cloth, etc. You%26#039;re wearing thicker than normal makeup, you%26#039;re sweating under hot lights and cramped yucky dressing rooms, the sweat is trapped in your pores until you wash off the make up, it%26#039;s just not the ideal situation. Maybe a slightly medicated wash would be a good addition to your nighttime routine?

good luck!

Marianne|||I used to take off my stage make-up with Pond%26#039;s cold cream.. It%26#039;s heavy duty.. Also, exfoliate with baking soda it%26#039;s cheap and easy to find. It%26#039;s also good for sensitive skin and use Witch Hazel to tone and get any residue off the skin from the make-up... Good luck

Can anybody tell me a home remedy for shrinking pores?

I have really big pores on my face, their like tiny craters. Does anybody know some kind of home remedy on how to shrink them?|||Might sound weird, but they work

*Spread plain yogurt over your face, wait 20 min, then wash off with luke warm water

*Using a cotton ball, apply vodka to your face as an astringent to cleanse and tighten pores (take a few sips as you go if you wish, haha)

*Mix 3 tbsp honey, 1/2 cup evaporated milk, and 4 tbsp apple cider vinegar. Add enough flour to make a very thick paste. Apply to face as a mask and let dry. Rinse off with warm water, followed by cold water. The honey disinfects the skin and seals in moisture, the milk moisturizes, and the vinegar tightens the pores|||hot water followed by cold water or ice

or u could use hot water steam followed by ice or cold water

hot-opens cold-closes|||eye white mask. Just beat an egg white until smooth, gently apply to face, let dry, and wash off with cold water!

Does marinating meat in a vacuum really open the pores and cut the time?

i was wondering becuase i normally marinate meats over night and they say on tv that in a vacuum its opens the pores and you can marinate in 30 minutes. can anyone confirm this?|||Not so sure it opens the pores but it pressure forces the marinate into the meat. I do it all the time with my seal a meal and a marinating canister. I can do 1.5 inch thick steaks in about 15 minutes.

What kind of mask i can use to clean pores real good Daily!?

i%26#039;ve been using the Neutrogena Acne Fading Peel thing.. i guess its kind of like a mask you leave it for 10 minutes. and then you kinda massage it for 1 min and rinse away. and i feel its the cleanest, freshest feeling of my face i %26#039;ever felt.

since i have a mild acne problem i am wondering if there%26#039;s a product similar to that that would give me the same effect and that i can use Daily!|||I agree -- don%26#039;t use a daily mask. Use salicylic acid (BHA) to get rid of the pimples.

General acne care advice:

First -- stop using bar soap. The stuff that holds bar soap together (including clear bars) will clog your pores. Get a face cleanser that isn%26#039;t greasy. If it leaves a film on your face after rinsing with water, it%26#039;s too greasy.

Second -- Get a 1-2% BHA product. BHA is a chemical exfoliant, and it will dissolve the oil in your pores so that pimples don%26#039;t start. Apply in the morning. More info on BHA here: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article鈥?/a>

Third -- Either use pure tea tree oil or benzoyl peroxide on areas prone to breakouts at night. Be careful with benzoyl peroxide as it will bleach clothes and hair.

Fourth -- don%26#039;t use a really greasy moisturizer/foundation, and make sure the bottle says %26quot;non-comedogenic%26quot;. This means it won%26#039;t clog your pores.

Finally, if you do all this for two weeks and it doesn%26#039;t get better, see a dermatologist.|||Most masks are too harsh for daily use. They can actually irritate the skin, causing further breakouts. Try a daily facial cleanser or cleansing wipe for daily use. They will keep your face clean without drying it out.|||Do not use a mask every day! It will over exfoliate your skin. Use a lotion that is a salyslic acid base to break down the bonds that hold dead skin to your face.|||each creme is different for your face

here is the natural way to get rid of acne:

Get Rid of Acne 鈥?Tip 1

Acne on oily skin can be kind of tough to fight. We need to get the amount of oil that is on your face reduced. So, the first thing that I want to share with you is a face wash that will reduce that oil. You only need the skin of a lemon and some warm water. Take the lemon skin and wash your face with it in the warm water. This will start getting rid of the oil that is on the skin. Let the lemon juice and water sit on your face for around 30 minutes and then rinse gently with warm water. You should start to notice that the oil will be cut down drastically.

Get Rid of Acne 鈥?Tip 2

You need to drink a lot of water each day. Drink around 10-12 full glasses of water each day. Water will get rid of the toxins in the body that are causing the acne. Natural healing is all about getting to the root of the problem, and in this case, it is toxins in the body. The water also aids in the healing process that the skin is going through. You will notice a big difference when you start drinking plenty of water.

Get Rid of Acne 鈥?Tip 3

Using toothpaste can reduce the swelling and redness of pimples. At night take some toothpaste and apply it to the affected areas. Let it stay there overnight. When you get up in the morning you should see a big different in the way your pimples look and how your skin feels.

Get Rid of Acne 鈥?Tip 4

You need to look at what you are eating. Start eating more fruits and vegetables so that your body can get the necessary vitamins and minerals that it needs to fight off acne. Eat as much as you can each day because fruits and vegetables will help with your water intake and help your body heal faster.

this site provides over 20 tips to clearer skin :

http://www.wikihow.com/get-rid-of-acne..鈥?/a>

more sites that can help with acne:

http://gleez.com/articles/health-beauty/鈥?/a>

http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0鈥?/a>

these site have ALOT of tips you will need to get that skin.

if non work you do need to see a doctor, and they will suggest which creme or pill is best for your skin type

What kind of mask i can use to clean pores real good Daily!?

Does anyone know of a home recipe that gets rid of blackheads and/or clogged pores?

i have pores on my face and i want to know how to get rid of them!!!! please help. i do not trust cosmetics and i was wondering if someone knows a home recipe i can try at home?|||Cleanse your face with unboiled milk, gently rub a coarse cloth dipped in milk to remove the blackheads. Steam your face with herbs like lavender, lemon peel and mint leaves added to the water and let the skin soak up its goodness. Check out http://useinfo-blackhead.blogspot.com/ for more useful tips to control blackheads.|||I use milk or magnesia too leave it on your face 4 about 5Min%26#039;s then after it drys o your face ,use warm water and wash it off .But make sure its washed off good cause then it will leave white spots on your face ,but no worries you could wash it off still.|||crush up a couple plain asprin. mix it with water or chalomine lotion so that it is still sort of lumpy and not too watery. apply it to your face and leave it on for approx. 30 minutes. rinse with warm water. your pores will look and feel tighter immediately!|||milk of magnesia works wonders

How can I reduce the size of my pores?

I spend a lot of time going in and out of the heat for work, ( I live in Phoenix, Az so its 110-115 daily) By the time I get home my face is sweaty and my pores look huge. My skin is clear of blemishes, but how do I minimize the size of my pores, preferably an at home treatment thanks.|||Ah ok well my mother had the same problem as you, and let me tell you what she did to make it stop, this is a home treatment of course, the only thing you may need to buy is a lemon if you dont already have some in the fridge, what you want to do is get some lemon and squeez that sucker into a tiny bit of honey, and mix that all together, put that into the area where you want treated and wait 5-10 mins and than wash off, the lemon works great as a toner and as we all know toners are great for tighthing the skin and even better for your pores to look smaller, the honey helps as an evener, it will even out the uneven skin tone and also sooths the skin, Well I hope this helps %26lt;3 good luck|||sounds awful

I would suggest bentonite clay and apple cider vinegar

the clay is sold in a container and you mix it with enough ACV to make a paste. The make will feel liek its pulsating when it is dry. It pulls out any impurities and tightens

but to normalize the size of you pores you should go to a dermatologist and ask for Differin. It treats acne by way of normalizing pores to reduce inflammtion to decrease sebum production. This should help over time. Also make sure to use a Dr. appoved sunscreen and if possible wear a hat with a visor.

Good Luck|||I%26#039;m afraid that the size of pores are essentially inherited and there is nothing much to be done about it. However, some home remedies include putting an ice cube on the pores, which will shrink them temporarily. There are also products that you can buy that claim to shrink pores. The sad part is that most will only reduce pores for a short time, but I would try them anyway.|||Dermatologists say you cannot reduce the SIZE of your pores, but you can reduce the appearence of your pores with astringent...

Hope this helps...|||apply egg albumin for 15 min and then wash off with cold water.ur pore size will decrease.use every week

What are some good home remedies for large pores?

My pores aren%26#039;t super large but they could use some tightening. Any ideas that can easily be done at home or some cheap products that won%26#039;t set me back to far.|||*Spread plain yogurt over your face, wait 20 min, then wash off with luke warm water

*Using a cotton ball, apply vodka to your face as an astringent to cleanse and tighten pores (take a few sips as you go if you wish, haha)

*Mix 3 tbsp honey, 1/2 cup evaporated milk, and 4 tbsp apple cider vinegar. Add enough flour to make a very thick paste. Apply to face as a mask and let dry. Rinse off with warm water, followed by cold water. The honey disinfects the skin and seals in moisture, the milk moisturizes, and the vinegar tightens the pores|||This is a fast working, safe, permanent and low cost treatment that gives amazing results. Many have used on Answers and swear by it.(See my many other pores answers -. some also have answers from appreciative users).

Use any essential oil - olive is excellent as is almond which can be used on any skin and is particularly suitable for acne prone and oily skins as it lessens skin%26#039;s production of oil. Massage over and over. For fastest results make massage quite vigorous. First, tighten skin by opening mouth about 1%26quot; and pulling lips back firmly against teeth. You will see them diminish even the first day. See some of my other answers for more detailed info about massaging or I can send to you.

SOURCE(S): 20+years research/experimentation natural treatments/cures of skin conditions, skin enhancement and anti aging/rejuvenation treatments...|||im the same way and the doctor said as i get older, they will get bigger. i said thanks. i use stridex pads on my face, that helps some. betty.|||try a nivea toner|||i used EVERYTHING u can imagine...

ill tell you my secret that helped me...

buy sea salt put water on it and put it on ur face,,

and use the aspirin mask

I have blotchy skin, black heads and big pores and occasionally some pimples. How can I make my skin clear?

I want clearer skin. I used to have lots of pimples but i got them away and i am left with some of the old scars and blotchy, blackheaded skin.

Does anyone have any tips to make my skin clearer and nicer?|||if you can afford it, go see a dermatologist. It has helped me so much!! prescription products also work way better than over-the-counter. I love Retin-A Micro, a prescription product that exfoliates skin and helps get rid of blackheads. I think I owe my clear skin to Retin-A!

Also, try the Clinique 3- Step system. Expensive, but worth it. The products last a long time, so you get plenty of bang for your buck. It makes my skin amazingly soft and glowing. You can get it at Nordstrom, Sephora, Macy%26#039;s, but I get it at Clinique.com, where I usually snag free shipping and there is the most product selection.|||If you have had moderate to severe acne you may have some scars that are still visible. These scars can be classified as raised (above the skin), or pitted (below the skin). The bumps from raised scars are often treated with microdermabrasion, dermabrasion, chemical peels or lasers.

There is also help for the very worse of the scars left from acne, the very deep pitted ones. These deep scars can often be lessened with the help of injectables like Hylaform, Restylane, Cosmoderm or Cosmoplast. These plump up the contour irregularities which gives the skin a more uniform appearance. You must see a physician to utilize this treatment.

There is also a new type of laser known as Fraxel which recently got FDA approval for the treatment of scars caused by acne. This laser makes tiny microscopic tears in the skin which remove damaged skin and induce new collagen production to smooth out the skin. Fraxel treatment is known to be just as effective as the CO2 laser (another treatment method for scars from acne and wrinkles which is known for effective results), without the downtime. It is said that if you make your Fraxel laser treatment appointment for Friday, your skin will most likely be ready for work on Monday.

Common side effects are redness and swelling. This treatment has a generally positive reputation and some regard it as a %26quot;breakthrough%26quot; method of treating acne scars. Advocates say that it gives you ablative (invasive) laser level results with non-ablative level recovery. Most describe the pain level as well-tolerated, however, it does not seem like this procedure would be good for somebody with a low threshold for pain or discomfort. To minimize pain find a doctor who uses a %26quot;cool air spray%26quot; during the procedure. Some report dramatic results after one treatment although usually it will take 4 to 5. The average price of Fraxel laser treatments is between $1,000 to $1,200 per treatment (although most doctors offer treatment bundle discounts, such as 4 treatments for $3,000).

As for your blotchy skin, you can use Glyquin XM Skin bleaching cream among her favorite skin products. It fades hyperpigmentation (areas of the face that are a darker color than the rest of your skin). It hydrates skin, contains an SPF, and also includes vitamin C, E, and glycolic acid. I have included the URL to this product. It%26#039;s big celebrity secret. How do I know? Because I%26#039;m a make-up artist in this industry. =)

Hope this helps.|||First, you should get a facial to get rid of the blackheads. Then, you use Origins Drink Up Moisture Mask. The directions say to leave it on for 10 min, but I have found it more effective leaving it on for 20 minutes. Also, drinking a lot of water really does clear the skin.|||Try some Proactive or Clearasil. my friends said those worked for them.|||ProActive! I use that everyday. It works|||this may sound stupid, but seriously, if you put that Mederma scar removal on your skin, it will help 5 times better than the normal stuff. i even use iit and its helping!!!!!!!!!!! good luck with your skin!!!鈽衡樆|||Go to your doctor and they can give you some cream which takes them away Use this at night.

During the day, use foundation over the whole face. One with good coverage and one which matches your skin tone. Apply some blush over your cheekbones.

But make sure you take your make up off properly.|||Have you tried Pro-Activ? Short of that, you might want to try using Noxzema every night until you get to a dermatologist and see what s/he recommends.|||Try Pro Active. I heard it was pretty good.|||get proactiv

What is the best way to clean the pores on my nose?

I%26#039;ve been pinching my nose with my fingernails but that is not working out. Please help!!|||Boil a pot of water, then place the pot on the table and put your face over it so the steam opens up your pores (don%26#039;t go too close though cuz I wouldn%26#039;t want your face to burn lol). Then get those biore cleansing stripes for the nose and follow the instructions on the box. You%26#039;ll get those nasty, gooey dirt that are deep in your pores. hope my advice helped! =]|||Do the water thing like Kitty Kat said.

(hot water, lower your head, cover with a towel, let steam make your skin moist about 15 minutes)

take 1 tea spoon baking soda and mix with 1/2 cup warm water.

put it on your hands and GENTLY wash your nose / face with it.

Rise with warm water. Then rinse with cooler water.

Do once twice a week if you have dry skin.

Once a week if you have oily skin.|||use a clay mask-you have to leave it on for a few minutes, and it absorbs the dirt and oil. don%26#039;t pinch them because that will only make them worse, and its gross lol. try neutrogena%26#039;s clay mask (there are probably others but thats the one i know of).|||I really like Biore pore perfect strips. I think a few other companies have come up with similar items too. Now quit picking at your face!!!|||Biore do pire strips that are absolutely fantastic

and steam every night

Does squeezing pores on and around your nose make it grow?

I%26#039;ve heard that playing with your nose and the area around it can agitate it to grow. Am I just being retarded? I%26#039;m a huge fan of squeezing out the oil and wax around my nose cause of a T-zone. Am I encouraging my nose to grow. I know that over time it will, but you know...any thoughts? I%26#039;d love ot hear that I%26#039;m being retarded, phobic even.|||um, no but you are clogging your pores by squeezing them with your fingers. you area also breaking your capillaries... causing permanent red lines around your nose.. if you look really close around your nostrils you will probably see all your broken capillaries.|||Don%26#039;t pick your nose. Compulsive nose picking, known as rhinotillexomania, can increase the size of your nose and introduce infections or more serious problems

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|||No it does not make it grow lol|||Hehehe awww....no it can%26#039;t. I think someones pulling your leg.

It may swell for a hour or so from all the squeezing but that%26#039;s all.

Can can buy nose strips that are brilliant for clearing pores....no squeezing means no swelling x|||That%26#039;s ridiculous! Of course that%26#039;s not true - but moving your nose around too much will sag the skin a bit and you could get lines on your nose when you get older. But it wont make it grow!!|||Yes, you are just retarded.|||NO thats just a mith

How can i minimize the size of my pores?

Not just the appearance of the size, but actually make them smaller, is that possible?|||you can try biore, and the is a triple action product that you can get and it works really good, it helps with cleanses, tightens and clears! good luck!|||It%26#039;s not actually possible to make the actual size smaller however you can always reduce the look of the actual pore size. Sometimes when we don%26#039;t exfoliate our skin dead skin cells get trapped in our pore and make them appear larger than what they really are. I have two suggestions 1. exfoliate with baking soda every two days. I do this. It%26#039;s cheap and it really works. Just add a small-medium amount of baking soda with your morning cleanser, make sure your cleanser is a gentle one, scrub your face in a circular motion for about 2-3 minutes, rinse. 2. Try Clinique %26#039;Pore Minimizer%26#039; Refining Lotion This works fabulous together. You have two treatments in one if you use them together. Google online reviews, this actually does work

Also you can use an egg white mask twice a week to tighten your pores.|||Lemon Juice is a great all natural pore toner and brightener.

Baking soda also works well when mixed with castile soap and used as a mock facial scrub.

Organic sugar is particularly effective. Sugar alcohols reduce redness, inflammations, pore size, and dullness.

U Big Pore Baby System by B4A is also really effective. It is all natural and uses a combination of the natural remedies above, plus essential oils.

You may consider adding Evening Primrose Oil to your daily supplements. It leaves the skin soft and silky once in the system and it purifies the pores, so the debris is removed and the pores are smaller.

What is the best way to minimize my pores?

What products do you recommend?|||After cleansing your face with hot water, rinse in very cold water, or rub ice cubes on your face. Witchazel, apple cider vinegar or an egg mask may help as well.|||i still have this prob as well. i heard that having a steaming shower helps the pores minimize but it hasnt helped for me. I have started using this dead sea salt face lotion and i would put it on all over my face and the next morning they would get smaller. So i think this helps. If u r interested let me know and ill find the link to where i got it..(it was acuatlly a christmas gift..but ill try and find it:)|||Apply fuller%26#039;s earth mixed with rose water and sandalwood paste (pure).Remain for 20 minutes and wash it off with warm water .

This will minimize the pores .

How sould i reduce my pimples and big pores naturally or by using home remedies?

apple cider vinegar

I loveeee it

Mix it with a little bit of water tho, and place it in a bottle, and then replace it about every three days with your toner. (if you use it. If not then whatever, use this stuff LIKE a toner)

Also, every three days, exfoliate with baking soda.

=D

Works for me!

Also, do not eat vegetable oil.

I hate diets made to get rid of acne, but I have seen a major improvement by skipping it.

good luck =)|||Separate an egg and use just the egg white on your face. Spread the egg white on your face, and let it dry. When it dries, it will make your face feel very very tight. This will reduce your pores naturally. Then wash it off really well with a good anti-acne soap, then use a gentle moisturizer.

Cheers|||Bypass the home remedies and go to the local pharmacy. They should have many acne treatments available.

You can find a list of the 3 best acne treatments of 2007 here:

http://www.10acne.com/

Here is another list:

http://www.acneway.com/acne_causes.html

The cheap ones that you find at the store with salicylic acid also work fine.|||Use lavender oil, it dries up your pimples and they disappear. This stuff really does work, you should try it cuz it worked for me.|||dont get stressed out, try to feel happy and calm under any circumstances|||Stop eating chocolate and junky foods..

number one thing!

STOP TOUCHING YOUR FACE!

and you can use baking soda for about eh 5 mins or so

mix it with water and put it on your face like a mask|||Nothing works. I%26#039;ve tried all home remedies. Biore has a pore minimizing line. It%26#039;s the only thing that works.|||Use soap and water 2x a day. Soap and Water works better than any stuff that you can buy at the store.........|||Before bathing, apply a mixture of fresh tomato pulp, honey and rose-water to your face and keep for twenty minutes before washing off. More such solutions at http://solutionsforpimples.blogspot.com/

What can I do about my blackheads and pores?

I have giant blackheads and pores. I would like to know what i could try to rid myself of my black heads, and how to possibly shrink my pores.|||use hot water on your face to open the pores then get a good facial scrub to clean them out use moisturizer to replenish moisture. then use cold water to close pores back up again|||1. Stop wearing makeup (if you%26#039;re a girl)

2. DO NOT OVER-WASH-- over-washing (more than 2 or at most 3 times a day) causes your skin to up its production of sebacious oil. This is the stuff that clogs your pores, causing acne and blackheads.

3. Acutaine totally cures acne (for good, and it won%26#039;t come back) (and this includes getting rid of blackheads and shrinking pores). It%26#039;s really severe on your body though-- it totally tries out your skin and lips, and it has been linked to depression and suicide in teens.

4.MOST IMPORTANT: GET A FACIAL!!! I don%26#039;t know what your financial limits are, but even if you%26#039;re strapped for cash, you should consider this. Acne products, even over-the-counter items, tend to be really expensive, so you might as well try something that will work. A lot of women i know (especially fancy/rich women) swear by weekly or bi-monthly facials. I think that this is unnecessary and maybe even bad for your skin, since the aesthetician basically is picking your pimples. When your acne is reduced, you should just let it be and allow puperty and adolescence to run their course.

BUT, in your case, where you have lots of big blackheads, it%26#039;s important to remove the blackheads so your pores can shrink back down. Plus, they%26#039;re unsightly and grotesque, so you want to remove them.

Like many men, my dad has (had) HUGE blackheads on his back. He believed that if you removed them, they would come back worse, because you%26#039;d be stretching out the pores. It%26#039;s the opposite: he finally allowed me to remove his blackheads, and after 2 or 3 tries, his back is almost totally clear. (gross, i know, but it helps).

So research who you go to. Get a few recommendations-- never go to anyone without a recommendation! And if you do this 1-3 times, you should at least reduce the size and number of your blackheads.

As for the pores: Pores can APPEAR larger when they%26#039;re clogged (blackheads) but if your pores are clean and just visible, that probably means that you just have large pores. There%26#039;s not much that can be done about that (it%26#039;s just the way your skin is) but cleaning out your skin will make your pores much less visible.

EDIT: OH and DO NOT buy any products from your doctor. Unless he%26#039;s selling a real drug, like antibiotics or accutaine, dermatologists usually try to sell you REGULAR CREAMS AND LOTIONS at hugely inflated prices. They get away with it because they put a label on that says %26quot;Dr. So and So%26#039;s Special Creams.%26quot; In fact, i once bought a fantastic %26#039;DCL ultra-light hydrater%26#039; (moisturizing lotion that%26#039;s so light) from my dermatologist%26#039;s office (with his name on the label) for $30; i later found THE VERY SAME LOTION (sans his name) online for $3.50 a bottle. Same with all those astringents that they would sell you: alcohol is alcohol; salycillic acid is salycillic acid. That%26#039;s how they make their money, so don%26#039;t be ripped off. If you DO go to your doctor, ask him which INGREDIENTS you should look for, and then buy those ingredients in a drug-store brand of cream/wash/astringent.

GOOD LUCK!|||There are some ways for blackhead removal:

* Use a facial steamer to steam your face for a few minutes. This helps you to open up facial pores, and expose the blackheads. Pat your face dry. Then, use a blackhead remover to remove blackheads. Place the hole of the remover over a blackhead, and gently press down. This will apply the pressure from underneath the blackhead, and pop it up. Then use an alcohol pad to clean it up to avoid infection. Avoid harsh squeezing or scraping at the blackhead. Excessive squeezing can damage the skin surround the pore and can actually increase the size of the pore, leading to more blackheads in the future.

* You can also use a pore strip. The adhesive action of pore strips can actually rip blackheads out of your face. Since most strips are medicated, this will ensure you don鈥檛 get an infection from the rather rough extraction. Use a facial steamer to steam your face first, and pat it dry. Then, just apply the strip to the blemished area, wait the prescribed amount of time instructed by the user manual, and rip the strip off, taking the blackhead with it.|||Keep your face clean. Wash with a cleanser specifically for oily skin at least once a day. Sometimes over washing can cause more oils to build.

I highly recommend using a system such as Origins or Arbonne. Both have product lines designed large pores and oily skin (oily skin will lead to blackheads and clogged pores). Both companies have cleansers, toners, moisturizers and clay masks. They are a little more expensive, but they last a long time and I%26#039;ve had incredible success with both companies. My skin was terrible and now it%26#039;s nearly flawless. Origins is available online, but if you go to a mall, they will give you a free consultation and facial to determine the right products for you. Arbonne is available online or through consultants.

Whatever products you choose, make sure you don%26#039;t let your skin become to dry. This will tell your face to make more oils, thereby clogging your pores even more.|||What you could use is Clean %26amp; Clear or Neutrogena to help you shrink the black heads and they will disappear. You can find them at Walmart,Walgreen%26#039;s,CVS pharmacy, but if you go to Walmart its a lot cheaper. Both helps out really really really well i use both and my face is clear as can be and soft. Hope I helped :)|||Get thoose sticky things you put on your face and rip off.

I always wanted to try that, but i do not have blackheads.

You could find them at walmart in the skin care section.|||biore pore strips and befine has a pore refining cleanser....it%26#039;s expensive but amazing!|||try using this little device called the %26quot;wave%26quot; it creams up ur face with soap and deep clens the blackheads and pores|||go to your doctor, he%26#039;ll give you special cream

That%26#039;s what I did and now i have really smooth skin|||blackheads are oxidated whiteheads, meaning exposed to air. use benzoyl peroxide to bleach them and dry them out. avoid triclosan, deodorant and antibacterial soaps as this will dry out your face. try clearasil, the acne products on the market have retinols.glycolic acids which are weak exfoliants, benzoyl peroxide even generic works at walmart, depends what strength you buy, think it comes in 10% or salcylic acid another drying agent. for severe or cystic acne, Rx strength products are worth it like Retin A or antibiotics from a doc, Retin A peels like a sunburn for the first 1-2 wks, just keep using it and have beautiful skin. Dove soap is best for skin cleansing and makeup removal. toners are temporary and can be drying, wash hands, if you clear up the other acne problems, most likely, the pores will appear to shrink up and have overall better skin tone. avoid liquid makeups, brewing ground for bacteria as soon as you open them. wash hands, avoid picking, being a teenager is part of acne, some are luckier than others. I wasn%26#039;t, but stayed ahead of the game with oral antibiotics, retin, which i still use after 20 yrs. I remember when it was a liquid form. There is topical cleocin and tetracyline or vibramycin, just worth it in the long run. some bcp will clear female acne. good luck

What's the secret to getting great skin? My legs always show all thier pores. How do you get them smooth/soft?

I mean the skin on my body. I have problems with my face, too, but I use Pro-Active. How do I get my arms, legs, and torso to be smooth and soft? I%26#039;ve used aveeno exfoliaters, and Dove moisturizer/exfoliater combined. Neither really helped.|||Mix about 1/2 cup ordinary white granulated sugar with enough olive oil to make a sort of paste. Scrub with this in the shower, rinse with hot water, and when you get out, PAT your skin dry with a towel. You%26#039;ll have the softest, smoothest skin ever. Be careful, though--this tends to make the shower kinda slippery.

You can use powdered sugar if the granulated kind is too rough. I%26#039;ve tried this with coconut oil, and camellia oil too, but olive is still my favorite. Do this right after you shave and your legs will be SO soft.|||You might want to try a new product Olanka%26#039;s White Velvet, can be purchased on line only, it has no alcohol and very little water so it moisturizes your skin, it is not greasy it just leaves your skin smooth and soft I have also used it on the bottom of my foot, had a big crack around my big too and it is gone now so I know it would help you. They are coming out with lotion but the moisturizing cream goes a long way because you only use a small amount to do the job.|||try an exfoliater glove. use it everyother day or 2-3 times per week. and use a water based moisturizer. and avoid moisturizers with mineral oil as it clogs pores.

How can I make the appearance of my pores look smaller?

They really look big when i%26#039;m wearing makeup. Is there any way to shrink them?|||you can check out my makeup beauty boutique for mark cosmetics! it has the latest makeup and fashion trends. feel free to message me if you have any questions. www.mymarkstore.com/borta|||Look up a product called Benefit Dr feelgood.

Renowned for its pore reducing [:

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What can I do to get Bare Escentuals mineral makeup to cover my large pores?

I love the BE makeup but find it does little to minimize/conceal my large pores. I use their moisturizer, and dust with mineral veil before applying foundation. I have tried the kabuki and regular brushes with very little change. Is there anything you can suggest to cover up the pores?|||Primer is a big help. Moisturize, prime, and put foundation on. Primer is made especially to solve these problems and more.|||Try Revlon colorstay. Really great coverage for scars and redness. (Assuming you have hyperpigmentation). Mineral makeup is no good for large pores! Revlon colorstay in oily/combination controls oil like a dream all day long.

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|||You can%26#039;t and it won%26#039;t. You should get the Blemish Treatment Concealer by Bee-Luscious (Google them). Once you try that and it works you should switch to their foundation. B.E. has bismuth as a filler. Bismuth is a HEAVY METAL and is very bad. Bee-Luscious Cosmetics has NO fillers or oils. It is a much higher quality than Baer Escentuals.|||use tinted moisturizer, then put on the foundation, mineral veil, etc..

key is tinted moisturizer|||The training I have received tells me not to recommend mineral make-up for people with large pores. They should stick with a liquid make-up so the %26quot;dust%26quot; doesn%26#039;t settle in the pores.

How do I reduce the size of my pores?

Wash your face with cold water and then use tonic lotion for oily skin. This will only work temporarily, but there%26#039;s no way to permanently make your face look perfect.

How do you get rid or help big pores?

I have really big pores on my nose what can i do to get rid or help reduce them|||NOTE鈥 HAVE WRITTEN THIS LONG ANSWER TO RESPOND TO QUESTIONS RELATING TO BECAUSE THEY COME UP SO OFTEN:

OILY SKIN

ACNE

FACIAL LIGHTENING

DEALING WITH ACNE SCARRING

DEALING WITH STRETCH MARKS

IMPROVING SKIN TONE

PIMPLES

BLACKHEADS

EMERGENCY SPOT TREATMENT

INGROWING HAIRS

BODY ACNE

鈥HE INFO鈥橲 BASED ON MY OWN EXPERIENCE. I鈥橫 36 NOW SO I鈥橵E HAD TO DEAL WITH THESE ISSUES FOR QUITE A WHILE AND THOUGH MUCH OF THIS ANSWER MAY BE IRRELEVANT, I HOPE THERE%26#039;LL BE SOMETHING THAT CAN HELP YOU!

GOOD LUCK!!!

RECOMMENDED SKIN CARE鈥 use clean and clear cream wash (good for sensitive skin or those that dry to easy) or Neutrogena clear skin make up remover wash. Both contain salicylic acid which prevents breakouts and gradually evens the skin tone out too. This is the most important thing you can do. I鈥檝e tried various 鈥榦il free鈥?鈥檚alicylic acid鈥?moisturisers but the best I鈥檝e found is the clean and clear on鈥 found the Neutrogena one actually seemed to aggravate my skin.

EMERGENCY SPOT TREATMENT!...The toothpaste things works! Put on a blob at night and put a bit of tissue over it so it doesn%26#039;t make a mess. It cools the area down and reduces the inflammation. I also recommend the clean and clear advantage spot treatment gel.

HORMONAL SPOTS鈥ny female with spots I%26#039;d recommend trying dianette or yasmine contraceptive pills because if it%26#039;s hormonal that can sort everything out within weeks鈥hough it can take a couple of months to get used to the pill.

FACIAL ACNE: AVOID鈥on%26#039;t use harsh scrubs and peroxide products daily like some people do; that can dry your skin and make produce MORE oil...just exacerbating the problem. Many face packs I鈥檝e tried and those blackhead removal strips too seem to have caused problems.

I鈥檝e also had problems with those 鈥榝acial wipes鈥?made by clean and clear and Neutrogena because they鈥檙e too drying and when the top layer鈥檚 too dry, the oil gets stuck underneath and causes more problems!

Some say chocolate doesn鈥檛 affect it鈥t does for me and I don鈥檛 know how or why that should be but certain foods do seem to affect break out. Coffee is one of those things that seems to aggravate my skin too. So look out for anything you eat that might be making it worse.

HAIR PRODUCTS鈥e careful what products you use in your hair if it%26#039;s long - certain conditioners have causes me to break out at times. Also be careful of hair gels, hair sprays and serums.

INGROWING HAIRS鈥or men or women鈥f you have oily skin, these are more likely. For men鈥se a facial scrub and avoid moisturisers that don鈥檛 have salicylic acid in them if you use a moisturiser. Some hair conditioners are much better lubricants than shaving cream too 鈥?so you might want to try that, and then was afterwards with a clean and clear was etc. Also I recommend the microdermabrasion kit mentioned later.

For women鈥axing seems to cause the main problem 鈥?we pay most attention to our faces. Waxing seems to be the main culprit as opposed to shaving or hair removal creams鈥o avoid in-growing hairs, make sure to exfoliate. I recommend using those exfoliating gloves 鈥?that way, you can use any kind of shower gel.

NUTRITION鈥 recommend taking a 100% multi vitamin/mineral complex 鈥?those little spots you get around your mouth can be due to a vitamin b deficiency for example. Also I recommend Omega 369 oils every day because they improve blood flow.

OLD WIVES TALE??...It%26#039;s an %26#039;old wives tale%26#039; type remedy - but a spoonful of cider vinegar and honey in hot water 3 times a day is meant to help EVERYTHING. It tastes nice too...kinda like honey and lemon X

HYDRATION鈥?Keep your hydration right by drinking plenty of water, avoiding caffeine and alcohol and too much salt!

DEALING WITH SCARRING鈥here鈥檚 an excellent micro-dermabrasion scrub called 鈥榬e-finish鈥? by L%26#039;oreal. You only use it a couple of times a week (and use at night because it makes your face red!). It really works not just with the colouring but also the texture - smoothes it back out. It comes with it%26#039;s own moisturiser which I don%26#039;t use but I use the scrub at night a couple of times a week and put bio oil on which it supposed to help clear scarring and even skin tone.

If you get your skin relatively under control, try using %26#039;21 days Fade Cream%26#039; (which I get from eBay) because it quickly clears up any scarring. It鈥檚 a skin lightening cream and is very effective as long as your skin type agrees with it. Bio oil is a good alternative!

Also, to detract from the colour variations in your skin tone, I recommend using Benefit鈥檚 Posie Tint or Benetint lipstain 鈥?this can be put on your cheeks and lips (which also makes your teeth look whiter as an added bonus). Lipstain is better than lipstick because it doesn鈥檛 smudge and it stays on; you can put lip balm or lip gloss on over it. Also, if you use it (SPARINGLY) on your cheeks, it is just like putting water on there; it doesn鈥檛 aggravate the skin or cause breakouts.

LI|||A proper skincare routine is essential if you want healthy, glowing skin with minimal pores and blackheads. I know that I myself am extremely lazy and often neglect my skin. :P But in the long run, you won%26#039;t regret taking these extra steps every day. I%26#039;ve written up a solution to this on my blog, I%26#039;ve just taken out some products and techniques that may help you. :)

1- Remove makeup. ALWAYS always remove all makeup at the end of the day.

2- Cleanse. This is an important step and should be done daily.

3- Exfoliate. Do this only 2-3 times a week; using it more often can be too harsh your skin. This is similar to a cleanser but contains abrasive sandy bits that unclog pores. The best I%26#039;ve used is St Ives Apricot Scrub.

4- Toner. After getting out of the shower, your pores should be enlarged because of the heat. You need to tighten your pores again to prevent fresh dirt from entering and forming more blackheads. Toner tightens pores, restores your skin%26#039;s natural pH and prepares your skin to accept moisture. Apply toner over your face and neck with a cotton pad. Alternatively cold water can help tighten pores, so you can use a cold wet towel instead.

5- Moisturise. After your toner dries, apply moisturiser!

7- Mask. A facial mask helps tighten your skin and pores and keeps it healthy. I know you%26#039;re supposed to do this once a week, but I really can%26#039;t remember the last time I%26#039;ve done one, must%26#039;ve been months. x]

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