Friday, January 6, 2012

Best Foundations for Enlarged Pores


Enlarged pores are a common skin issue. Your nose and cheeks are the most typical areas of your face affected. Large pores are frustrating because they generally dull your complexion. Choosing the right foundation for large pores can help reduce their appearance, even out your skin and provide an overall boost.

Primer

It is important to apply a primer before administering your foundation, particularly if you have large pores. Use your foundation brush to apply your primer to the areas where you have the most visible enlarged pores. Primers help fill in your pores so that your foundation results in a smoother and more even appearance. Using a primer also helps your foundation lasts longer.

Spray Foundation

Spray foundation is designed to provide a professional air-brush makeup look. It is purported to even out skin and reduce the appearance of large pores and fine lines. It is typically an aerosol formulation that applies a fine mist of foundation to your skin. Spray foundation is helpful at filling in large pores, according to renowned makeup artist Carmindy in her book "The 5-Minute Face: The Quick & Easy Makeup Guide for Every Woman."

Tips

When choosing a spray foundation, look for an oil-free spray formulation, particularly because large pores typically result from oil problems. Choosing an oil-free formulation helps you avoid worsening your skin condition, explains Paula Begoun in her book "Don't Go to the Makeup Counter Without Me." Add a pore-refining cream to your skin-care regimen. They typically contain chemicals such as retinol and alpha-hydroxy acid, which promote skin cell regeneration, stimulating new layers to surface.

Considerations

Spray foundation may help minimize the appearance of large pores, but you should consult your dermatologist if this is an ongoing issue. Excess oil is the most common cause of enlarged pores. Tubes leading from your oil glands to the surface of your skin can mix with dead skin cells and become clogged with oil. Oil clogs result in inflammation of your pores, which is your body's natural reaction. Exfoliating daily with a granular cleanser can help reduce the incidence of large pores.

 
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