Enlarged pores are one of the most common texture concerns we treat. While pores are a normal and essential part of the skin, they can appear stretched or more visible especially on the nose, cheeks and forehead making the skin look uneven or rough.
The good news: with the right professional treatments, pore visibility can be dramatically reduced. Our team will assess your skin and recommend a plan to refine texture, clear congestion and boost collagen for smoother, tighter-looking skin.
Understanding Enlarged Pores
Pore size is largely determined by genetics and skin type, but pores can appear larger when they are stretched by excess oil, clogged with debris, or when the collagen supporting them weakens with age.
Common Causes
- Excess oil production: oily skin types naturally show more visible pores
- Congestion: blocked pores stretch and appear larger
- Collagen loss: ageing weakens the structure that keeps pores tight
- Sun damage: UV exposure breaks down collagen and thickens pore edges
How We Treat Enlarged Pores
Frequently Asked Questions
Pore size cannot be changed permanently it is partly genetic but their appearance can be dramatically minimised with collagen-stimulating treatments and good skin maintenance.
For most clients, a combination works best: deep-cleansing facials to clear congestion, plus micro needling or laser to tighten the skin around the pores. Your plan is tailored at consultation.
Facial treatments show instant freshness, while collagen-based improvements from micro needling or laser typically need 3-6 sessions for best results.
HydraFacial and Aqua Clean have zero downtime. Micro needling involves a day or two of mild redness, while fractional laser may need several days of recovery we will match the treatment to your lifestyle.
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