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Enlarged pores are a common skin problem generally faced by women with oily skin. We all have pores that help to keep skin supple. Problem arises when the pores become large and are visible to the naked eye.

Skincare expert Caroline Frazer has suggested certain DIY (do it yourself) remedies to minimise the appearance of these pores. You can rub an ice cube, use cleansers that has geranium, chamomile and witch hazel as ingredients to reduce the size of skin pores.

Here are a few tips to make pores less visible

Drink Water

Drink lots of water to keep your body hydrated. This will give you glowing skin, minimize pores, and help to flush out toxins from your body.

Cleansing

Generally people with oily skin have larger pores. Use cleansers that have ingredients like geranium, chamomile and witch hazel to de-clog the pores and reduce the appearance of large pores. Cleansing will also help to remove dead skin that blocks pores. This will reduce secretion of oil that makes the pores appear larger.

Exfoliation

Exfoliate your skin regularly to shrink enlarged pores. Removing dead skin regularly will help to de-clog pores and prevent stretching of the pores. You can also use a sonic face brush for exfoliation.

Masks

Applying masks that has kaolin clay is also beneficial for skin with large and clogged pores. To see visible result you need to use these masks at least once or twice in a week.

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