Large pores in your menstrual phase
Large pores is visibly enlarged pores, usually where skin is oiliest. In your menstrual phase, estrogen and progesterone are low, so skin is often drier, more reactive, and a little dull.
What to do
Keep pores clear with regular gentle exfoliation and oil balance.
Ingredients that help
- niacinamide
- salicylic acid
- retinoids
What to avoid
Avoid pore strips and squeezing, which stretch pores over time.
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Frequently asked questions
Why is my large pores worse in the menstrual phase?
In your menstrual phase, estrogen and progesterone are low, so skin is often drier, more reactive, and a little dull, which can affect large pores.
What ingredients help large pores?
Look for niacinamide, salicylic acid, retinoids.