large pores on the nose...
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You can try this. Salicylic Acid 8 by Kavi. You can get stronger solutions, but I'd start with this one. Follow the directions on the bottle. Salicylic acid is great for "large pores", and to prevent blackheads.
http://kaviskin.com
http://kaviskin.com
Realistically there is only so much you can do. I've tried a lot for this and I don't think any cleanser or exfoliant type product can solve the problem. The pores simply get filled in again almost overnight, and if you plan on using acids or benzoyl peroxide on the skin every single day you're surely doing more harm than good. Pore size is genetic so I think any claim of being able to "shrink your pores" past their normal size is bogus. The best thing you can do is grab an extractor tool and clear them out once a week or so (take a hot shower first). If it really bothers you, you could also put a light dab of concealer on your nose to cover them up. That's what girls do.
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Honestly? Probably not. Druggists don't like to go outside the box today.
A compounding pharmacy could probably do it, but they like a doctor's RX.
Note this re formula: This salicylic acid solution is specifically for oily or combination skin. At a pH of 2.35 and a concentration of 8%,... this from the Kavi site.
Frankly, I think it would be cheaper (and safer) overall to buy it from Kavi. & follow bottle directions.
I use it and it does work. You will need to apply sunscreen and wear sunscreen after use as it states on the bottle. Good luck.
Step 1
Wash your face with a scrub to exfoliate dead skin and help your scars heal faster. Regular exfoliation reveals the smooth, new skin underneath the dead layer and helps redness and discoloration from acne fade faster. It also can take away some of the roughness around depressed acne pits and shrink the size of your pores when performed on a regular basis.
Step 2
See a dermatologist to have a chemical peel performed on your face. An acid is applied to your skin and sits for several minutes. Once your skin is rinsed, you might notice some redness, and over the next few days, your skin will look irritated and might peel. Once healed, however, your acne scars should look smoother and your pores will be tighter and less visible. Several chemical peel treatments are usually needed to achieve the best results.
Step 3
Schedule an appointment for laser treatment with your dermatologist. During this procedure, your skin will be numbed and a laser will be shined on your acne scars and large pores. This will burn off the top layer of skin and encourage it to heal smoother and make pores shrink.
Step 4
Have dermabrasion done on your skin by a dermatologist. Your skin will be injected with a local anesthetic and a wire brush will be run over the surface of your skin, removing the top layer. After treatment, your skin will be very sore and swollen, since it's an open wound. Once it heals, your scars will be less visible and your pores should be tighter. You might need to undergo a few sessions to achieve the smooth skin you want.
Wash your face with a scrub to exfoliate dead skin and help your scars heal faster. Regular exfoliation reveals the smooth, new skin underneath the dead layer and helps redness and discoloration from acne fade faster. It also can take away some of the roughness around depressed acne pits and shrink the size of your pores when performed on a regular basis.
Step 2
See a dermatologist to have a chemical peel performed on your face. An acid is applied to your skin and sits for several minutes. Once your skin is rinsed, you might notice some redness, and over the next few days, your skin will look irritated and might peel. Once healed, however, your acne scars should look smoother and your pores will be tighter and less visible. Several chemical peel treatments are usually needed to achieve the best results.
Step 3
Schedule an appointment for laser treatment with your dermatologist. During this procedure, your skin will be numbed and a laser will be shined on your acne scars and large pores. This will burn off the top layer of skin and encourage it to heal smoother and make pores shrink.
Step 4
Have dermabrasion done on your skin by a dermatologist. Your skin will be injected with a local anesthetic and a wire brush will be run over the surface of your skin, removing the top layer. After treatment, your skin will be very sore and swollen, since it's an open wound. Once it heals, your scars will be less visible and your pores should be tighter. You might need to undergo a few sessions to achieve the smooth skin you want.
easy to fix....
a mild scrub to open clogged pores followed by some alpha hydroxy acid, an exfoliant that removes dead cells.
i use this particular product myself and it's made a big difference for me.
http://www.danielkern.com/category-s/20.htm
a mild scrub to open clogged pores followed by some alpha hydroxy acid, an exfoliant that removes dead cells.
i use this particular product myself and it's made a big difference for me.
http://www.danielkern.com/category-s/20.htm
You could also try making a "mini" clay mask twice a week: apply mask to your nose to suck out the gunk clogging your pores. Unfortunately, you can't do anything to change the size of your pores; you can only keep them clean.
Ask your dermatologist about Epiduo; it's a Retin A and BP combo formula that does not dry the skin and feels almost like a moisturizer.
Have you tried Biore strips? They rule.
Holy Smokes! That sounds horrible!Just lop your nose off with a sharp knife. That'll take care of those darn pores.
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if you are really serious about trying to reduce the comedones, then go to your dermatologist, and get a prescription for tretinoin cream. It will take roughly 6 weeks of once nightly use to see results.
