![]() I haven't tried these products myself as I don't suffer from open pores, but I've had positive feedback from my clients on all of them.1) Use an appropriate moisturizer to combat winter dryness. Another good instant fix is Clinique's Instant Perfector.įor long term treatment and to actually reduce pore size you could try Estee Lauder's Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher, Clinique's Pore Refining Correction Serum or The Body Shop's Seaweed Pore Perfector. Nar's have just launched Pro Prime, which is a great oil free, pore refining primer, it works really well under make up. Most pore minimiser's work by filling the pores to create a smoother texture to the skin. There are lots of good quick fix solutions around for open pores that I use. Sun damage and, unfortunately, ageing can increase the appearance- as the surrounding skin weakens, the pores appear larger. As we age the sebum disperses and we're left with open follicles, i.e open pores. They're basically caused by build up of excess sebum (natural oil) in the follicles of our skin. Lisa says: If you suffered with oily skin when you were younger you're likely to have open pores. For your next review of products if you find something that reduces pore enlargement that would be great to know, as my skin's aged I find large pores almost appear like scares now, which is hard to combat!" Reading about the difference between Hyaluronic and Retinol was definitely useful. I'm over 40 and have found recently that my skin is getting really dry. "I found your article really useful as was just about to make a purchase for a good moistureriser. Always use a complete sun block on age spots, even if the cream you're using has an SPF, exposure to the sun makes them intensify so they need complete protection. It also makes the skin very sensitive to sunlight. I wouldn't recommend this as it's highly acidic and can cause skin problems. Some people use lemon juice to lighten age spots. Neutrogena also have a great anti-ageing hand cream that contains active soy, which is also thought to reduce age spots. I've been using Clinique's Dark Spot Corrector for a couple of weeks now and they definitely seem to be fading. Skinceutical's Retinol creams are getting rave reviews at the moment, although I haven't tried them yet. They work by slowing the production of melanin (age spots are basically extra production of melanin) and promoting cell regeneration. Creams containing Retinol (vitamin a) can help. Lisa says: I also have an age spot on my hand! It popped up a couple of years ago, along with two friends on my face. "Is there anything at all that actually works on making age spots on hands less obvious?" Photograph: Pamplemousse/Getty Images/OJO Images You can use them throughout the day to remove excess oil without the build up of powder. Bobbi Brown have some great mini blot papers that you can carry around in your bag. I use it to remove any excess grease before applying primer and foundation, and then again, if needed, after powder. I also find blotting paper works really well. ![]() Heavy powders can build up and clog on oily skin. ![]() Again, I would recommend a light blot powder for your T Zone. Have you tried using an oil free primer or mattifying lotion under your base? Smashbox Photo Finish Light or Boots No 7 Shine Free Make Up Base, are both great oil free primers. Lisa says: I find Clinique's Superbalanced Foundation is actually one of the best for combination skin. "Even though I am 52 I still have oily skin on my T Zone, I do use powder- Clinique Stay Matte- but wonder if there is an alternative? I use Clinique's Superbalanced Foundation but am thinking of changing this. Avoid loose powder applied with a powder puff, it tends to sit in fine lines and can create a 'chalky' effect on mature skin. Always use powder sparingly especially around your eyes. If you apply with a large powder brush and just lightly sweep across your face it should be enough to set your base without emphasising fine lines. When I'm working on mature skin I always use a light textured compact powder- Laura Mercier's Translucent Pressed Setting Powder or MAC's Blot Powder are both great. Lisa says: You do need to use powder to set your base, but only a touch.
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