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Wednesday, June 13, 2007

Large Pores

Large pores are caused by an overactive sebaThe subaceous glands are over active. Skin that feels great when you take off for work in the morning but feels greasy by lunch; these are all too familiar scenarios for those of us with oily skin. Oily skin type has over reactive sebaceous glands that make the face shiny, particularly down the central panel-your nose, forehead and chin, also known as the T-zone. The pores of persons with oily skin type are enlarged and prone to blackheads, pimples and Acne problems; thus, oily skin requires has special cleansing needs for keeping pores unclogged and prevent accumulation of dirt on the skin surface

Home remedies for Large Pores

Mix table salt and buttermilk into a paste. Work well into the area where pores tend to be enlarged. Remove with warm water and repeat several times a week until the condition clears up

Crush a cucumber and add a few drops of lemon juice and a teaspoon of rose water. Keep this paste between 2 layers of cloth and apply it on your face. Clean the face after 15-20 minutes.

Mix almond meal with enough water to make a paste. Apply to pores for 20 minutes

Benzoin-cucumber lotion is an even more effective modern adaptation for large pores. Grate and mash (or whir in an electric blender) 1 cucumber. Strain into 1 cup of rose water and stir in 1 tablespoon tincture of benzoin. Refrigerate and apply with a cotton ball after each daily cleansing.

Stir 2 tablespoons dry oatmeal into 1/4 cup buttermilk. Cover and let stand overnight. Strain off the liquid and smooth it over your face. Wait for 20 minutes, rinse off with cool water, rub with an ice cube, and then blot dry. Buttermilk salt is easier to prepare. Make a paste from buttermilk and table salt. Work into enlarged-pore areas and then rinse with warm water. Repeat several times a week

Oatmeal and Honey mask is a gentle way to cleanse and clear pores for the sensitive yet oily skin.
Mix 1/2 cup oatmeal with enough honey to form wet mix and gently rub on face covering all oily spots then leave on for 5 minutes before rinsing in cold water. Gentle enough to use three times a week.

Natural astringents are cold teabags, cucumber, lemon (use in small doses) Tea tree oil to name a few choose and use as a regular toner.

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