Cure Open Pores
Open pores are difficult to eradicate completely. The size of the pore is reduced by certain home remedies. Use of toners limits the pore size. Rub a block of ice on teh affected area. It helps in decreasing the pore size. The presence of oil and dirt in the pores make it more obvious. Hence, exfoliate your skin to keep these culprits at bay.
Washing your face with cold water is an easy alternative. Place a twel inside the refrigerator. Place it over the area. This technique proves beneficial. Usage of toners, twice a day helps. Moisturize the skin after toning. Powdered fenugreek is made into a paste with milk and applied in the morning. Leave for about 20 minutes and rinse well with cold water. Drinking a glass of warm lime juice with honey is helpful. Add lime juice to a egg white. Mix well and apply on the face.
Multani mitti with rose water is topically applied on the affected area. Pore tighteners available commercially are also considered. Kaolin with lime juice also proves beneficial. Applying foundation after toner is effective in masking the open pores. Always remember to wash off the make up before retiring to bed, enabling the skin to breathe through.
answered by Dr C