7 Products to Make Your Pores Look Smaller

We know having textured skin is normal, but we also understand why you might want to minimize the look of large pores for a smoother canvas under your makeup. While you can’t change the size of your pores, which depends on factors like genetics, skin type, exposure to the sun and aging, there are products out there that can shrink their appearance. From toners to moisturizers and more, read on for our favorite pore-minimizing products. 

Garnier Green Labs Canna-B Pore Perfecting Serum Cream Fragrance Free SPF 30

This three-in-one formula (it’s a serum, moisturizer and broad-spectrum sunscreen) contains cannabis sativa seed oil and niacinamide to help balance the skin and target enlarged pores. It’s fast-absorbing and non-comedogenic. 

Thayers Natural Remedies Blemish Clearing Toner

When pores are clogged, they can appear larger. Keep them clear with a salicylic acid toner like this one. It also contains tea tree oil, witch hazel and aloe vera to further target breakouts and excess oil.

Lancôme Clarifique Face Essence

This dual-layer essence exfoliates and nourishes the skin with ingredients like salicylic and glycolic acids and grapeseed and sunflower seed oils. The results are smaller-looking pores and a soft, hydrated and radiant complexion. 

IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Pores Leave-On Solution Pore-Refining Toner

This pore-refining toner is formulated with detoxifying kaolin clay, silk and coconut water. It works to absorb excess oil and keep pores from becoming clogged. 

SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture Moisturizer

Keep your skin moisturized with this lightweight daily cream that’s ideal for normal to oily skin. It protects your skin from environmental damage and leaves skin feeling smooth, not greasy.

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Anti-Aging Pore Minimizer Face Serum

This serum gently exfoliates skin with glycolic and lipo-hydroxy-acids to unclog pores. It also contains hyaluronic acid to help smooth skin and target fine lines.

NYX Professional Makeup Pore Filler Targeted Stick

Swipe this primer on before makeup to instantly mattify and blur pores and fine lines. The targeted shape allows you to zero in on areas where your pores appear particularly large, such as the T-zone and underneath the eye area.

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