Before you go spend a ton of money of expensive face care products, try a few of these home remedies to drastically reduce your pores.
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#1 Ice
Ice can minimize large pores with it's skin tightening effect. Some people use it before they apply makeup. Plus, it helps with circulation and promotes healthier skin. Two remedies to help out with reducing pores are: placing 2-3 ice cubes in a clean wash cloth and press down on your skin for 15-30 seconds, a few times daily. Also, you can wash your face with ice cold water, once daily.
#2 Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple Cider Vinegar is a natural astringent and skin toner. It helps with acne break outs, tightens your skin, and restores pH balance. To help reduce pores: mix equal amounts of organic apple cider and water, soak a cotton ball in the solution and apply it to your face, let it sit for a few minutes then rinse off, repeat this every night, after washing your face, and apply moisturizer after, you will see results in just a few weeks.
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#3 Egg Whites
Egg whites tighten and draw out excess greasy oils. To reduce pores: whisk an egg white and spread it evenly on to your face. Let it dry completely then rinse it off. Do this 1-2 times every week, on a regular basis.
#4 Sugar Scrub
Homemade sugar scrubs exfoliate skin and help reduce pores. There are two different ways:: Two tablespoons of sugar, one tablespoon of olive oil, and a few drops of lemon juice. Gently rub it on your skin for 20-30 seconds, then wash off with cool water. Repeat 1-2 times a week, regularly. Or, put sugar on a lemon wedge, rub it all over your face, let it sit for 10 minutes, then wash off your face. Complete two times a week, for a few weeks and you'll see results.
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#5 Baking Soda
Baking soda is a gentle exfoliating agent that removes excess dirts and oils from your skin. It also treats acne. To reduce pores: mix two tablespoons each, of baking soda and lukewarm water. Apply the mixture on your skin and rub in circular motion for a few seconds. Rinse off with cool water. Repeat daily for 5-7 days. Then reduce process to 3-5 times a week, for a few weeks.
