5 Home Remedies To Tighten Open Pores On Skin

One of the major problems afflicting many women is having large pores dotted all over the face. It feels awful to see such imperfections on your face. Adding to the woes is the pollution and grime that gets collected in them. After that, they evolve into pimples or worse, acne. While we blame it on our genes and oily skin, there are some ways in which we can deal with large pores using simple home remedies.

* Steaming

Steam your face well twice a week. You might argue that this opens up pores even more. The idea is, to open them up and clean them thoroughly after steaming. That way, all the dirt and oil settled inside your pores will be gone. Wash off your cleanser with cold water then apply rose water or any toner of your choice to seal the pores.

* Honey, sugar and lemon scrub

This scrub will again help in clearing the build-up inside the pores. Before starting, you must cleanse your face. To make the scrub, mix 1 teaspoon of honey, 1 teaspoon lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of brown or white sugar until it forms a paste. Massage it well on damp face for 5 minutes. Then leave it on for 30 minutes then rinse with cold water. This will clean up the pores and give you clear skin. It will also help remove blackheads. The lemon will help control oil production while the honey will act as a moisturizer. Finish up with a toner and moisturizer.

* Papaya mask

Papaya is an amazing exfoliator. The next time you cut up a papaya, save a few pieces for your face. Mash them into a paste. Apply the mask on your face and leave for ten minutes. Wash it off with cold water. This not only exfoliates, but also helps in getting rid of blackheads. Papaya is also known for its whitening effect and contains potent antioxidants.

* Lemon juice

Lemon juice naturally helps shrink pores. It is also a natural source of vitamin C which helps whiten the skin and give it a healthy glow. Simply cut the lemon in half then apply on your face using cotton. Leave it on for ten minutes then wash off. This can also help regulate the sebum produced by the skin- one of the major causes of clogged pores.

* Clay mask

Multani mitti or fuller’s earth is known for minimizing pore size and is widely utilized by spas and skin clinics. After cleansing and scrubbing your face, apply the cool mask of multani mitti mixed with rose water on the face. Leave it until it dries. While wearing the clay mask, you will feel your pores tightening. Wash it off with cold water and pat dry. Repeat this every week for visible reduction of pores.