How to Shrink Big Pores

Two types of clay and activated charcoal will suck all impurities out of your pores, leaving you with super-clean, super smooth skin.

It’s all about the sake! The boozy rice wine works to enhance circulation, tighten skin, and modulate oil production. Peach, the other standout ingredient, is rich in vitamins A and C, both of which help brighten and minimize the effects of sun damage.

Paula’s number-one product worldwide is also a cult favorite. If you’re looking for a more even skin tone with added vibrancy, this is your miracle in a bottle. Just make sure you commit to it. A number of people report minimal results at first, but with time you should see a major difference.

Created by blogger Tina Craig, this day and night treatment gives you smoother, tighter skin after a single application. It also helps reduce dark spots, making it the perfect multitasker in your routine.

Boscia’s black charcoal mask now comes in this cute millennial pink packaging. Charcoal works to draw dirt, impurities, and excess oils from pores, making them clearer and less immediately visible. 

Make like the French girls do and try this cult-favorite serum. The combination of AHAs, glycolic acid and hyaluronic acid makes it great for oily skin. It not only helps with pore size, but also corrects signs of aging.

If you live in a busy city, you probably have pollution in your pores (yuck). This mask is so clean it’s edible, and so effective at detoxing your skin that you’ll be obsessed.

87 percent of the people who used this product noticed that their pores appeared smaller and more refined after consistent use. For best results, apply morning and night then move onto other serums and moisturizers.

Bar soap is back—and better than ever. Liha’s effective version uses lactic acid from blackstrap molasses to cleanse, while shea butter, coconut, and help oil rehydrate skin to keep it smooth and glowy.

The perfect product to clear the congestion. These strips target clogged pores and draw out oil for the deepest of deep cleans.

It’s a favorite of Chrissy Teigan—and been a best-seller for 20 years—for a reason. The super-effective two step acid peel is inspired by the treatment you’d get in a dermatologist’s office. The pre-dosed pads have a potent mix of AHA and BHA to instantly gives you a smooth, best-skin-day-ever glow.

Is there anything more satisfying than peeling off a pore strip and seeing… well, you know. These active strips not only refine pores, but also help control oil production for smoother, more matte skin.

Pores No More is Dr. Brandt’s quick fix for flawless skin. The base provides a great canvas for applying your makeup and acts as a barrier to prevent build-up. Apply this after your moisturizer for best results. You can even apply it throughout the day for little touch-ups, if you’re feeling extra.

This drugstore favorite is like a power washer for your pores—the super exfoliating combination of salicylic and fruit acids with jojoba beads gives you refined, clear skin.

1. People usually avoid sunscreen because they feel like it clogs their pores. But this weightless sunscreen with SPF 35 blends in instantly and leaves skin looking matte—perfect.

This silky powder foundation leaves skin smooth and matte while instantly evening out imperfections.