My skincare routine reduces pores – an $11 buy is amazing for minimizing & you can’t go wrong with my drugstore primer
A SKINCARE fan has shared a routine that helps them minimize their pores.
They said they swear by an inexpensive $11 skincare product that keeps their pores under control.
Redditor Poor_Decision shared the beauty tip in a post.
They explained that while it was scientifically impossible to reduce the size of pores, a skincare routine can help minimize its appearance.
“[The] first thing is a great skincare routine,” they said.
“Cleanse, tone, and moisturize twice a day. Add in a few serums to target your concerns.”
The goal, they explained, is to clear sebum and impurities from the pores that made pores look larger.
“You want to ensure you are getting all the dirt out of your pores, which will help minimize their look,” they said.
A brand that they swear by is The Ordinary, a go-to for them due to its effective formulation and accessible price point.
“I would recommend looking at The Ordinary as their acids and serums are amazing and so cheap,” they raved.
“I would start with niacinamide and maybe the AHA+BHA peeling solution but there is a lot to choose [from] on the market.”
AHAs and BHAs are two types of hydroxy acids that help promote the skin’s natural exfoliation process.
The two acids help smooth out the skin and help unclog stubborn pores.
The Ordinary’s $11 Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% serum targets “skin brightness, improves smoothness, and reinforces the skin barrier over time.”
Other steps to minimize the look of pores, they added, start with the right primer in your makeup routine.
A $10 drugstore buy helps them prep their skin for makeup application.
You want to ensure you are getting all the dirt out of your pores, which will help minimize their look.
Redditor Poor-Decision
“For makeup, look for a pore-minimizing primer. You can’t go wrong with ELF, it’s a fantastic product for the price,” they said.
“Really press it into the skin and let it sit for a few minutes before applying foundation or BB cream.”
Your mileage may vary, they added, as everyone’s skin is different.
“If ELF isn’t doing it for you, have a look at NYX, they have loads of different options at a low price,” they said.
“Sometimes it takes a bit of trial and error to find what your skin needs.”