Conditions we treat
Enlarged Pores
Refine texture, bring oil production back under control, and rebuild the collagen scaffold that keeps pores tight and skin looking clear.
Conditions We Treat
What are Enlarged Pores?
Enlarged pores are the visible, widened openings that release oil and sweat, most obvious across the nose, cheeks, and forehead. Pores have no muscle, so despite the marketing they cannot open or close — but they can stretch.
Primary Causes
Excessive Sebum (Oil) Production
Overactive sebaceous glands make too much oil, which combines with dead skin cells and stretches the pore wall.
Loss of Skin Elasticity
Ageing and sun damage break down collagen and elastin. As the skin sags, the support structure around each pore weakens.
Clogged Hair Follicles
Dirt, makeup, and dead skin trap oil inside, forming a plug — a blackhead — that physically widens the opening.
Genetics and Gender
Your genetics largely set your skin type and natural pore size. Men tend to have larger pores, owing to higher testosterone.
How to Prevent and Manage Them
Daily Cleansing
Wash twice daily with a gentle, non-comedogenic cleanser to clear surface build-up.
Chemical Exfoliation
Use products with salicylic acid (BHA), which gets inside the pore wall and dissolves trapped oil.
Sun Protection
Wear broad-spectrum sunscreen daily, to protect the collagen framework from UV damage.
Retinoids
Add retinol or prescription tretinoin at night, to speed cell turnover and keep pores clear.
What are the issues with Enlarged Pores?
Enlarged pores are usually cosmetic rather than a medical problem, but they do create several knock-on issues for skin health, texture, and appearance.
Chronic Acne and Breakouts
Frequent Blackheads
Trapped oil and dead skin oxidise on contact with air, which is what turns a blocked pore black.
Whiteheads and Pimples
A prolonged blockage creates an oxygen-free pocket where acne bacteria (C. acnes) multiply quickly, producing painful inflammation.
Cystic Acne
When a badly clogged pore swells and ruptures deep under the surface, it forms painful nodules.
Uneven Skin Texture and Aging Appearance
Rough Skin Feel
Large visible openings interrupt the smoothness of the face, so skin can read as pitted or uneven.
Premature Aging Look
As collagen is lost, wide pores stretch downwards into elongated teardrop shadows, which tends to age the face.
Dull Complexion
A rough, uneven surface scatters light poorly, so the complexion looks tired and shadowed rather than bright.
Makeup and Cosmetic Frustrations
Product Settling
Foundation, concealer, and powder settle into the openings, giving a dotted, orange-peel finish.
Makeup Breakdown
Oil production inside the pores breaks makeup down, so it slides, streaks, or separates within hours.
How Ivy en Rose Treats Enlarged Pores
We offer several treatments aimed at reducing the appearance of enlarged pores, by stimulating collagen and improving texture.
Advanced Aesthetic Treatments
Morpheus8 RF Microneedling
This pairs microneedling with radiofrequency energy, triggering a deep healing response that rebuilds collagen. The surrounding structure tightens and pores look visibly smaller.
Standard Microneedling
Creating controlled micro-injuries prompts natural elastin and collagen production, refining texture and reducing the appearance of pores.
Regenerative Upgrades & Packages
PRP & Exosomes
These regenerative treatments pair well with microneedling or Morpheus8. Growth factors speed healing, help regulate sebum, and add considerably to the refining effect.
Tiered Aesthetic Packages
We run curated combinations too: the Silver Package (full-face Morpheus8, a signature IV drip, and PRP or exosomes afterwards) and the Platinum Package (three Morpheus8 and Forma skin-tightening sessions), both aimed at deeper texture and pore concerns.
Pore Cleansing & Topical Care
Pore Cleansing & Facials
We also offer professional extraction and deep cleansing, clearing accumulated oil and debris so pores are not stretched further.
Medical-Grade Skincare
Our apothecary, online and in clinic, stocks pore-refining topicals from clinical lines such as Obagi and SkinCeuticals — Tretinoin cream and Glycolic 10 Renew Overnight among them — to keep turnover up and pores clear.
Personalized pore-refining protocol
Book a consultation and our medical team will put together a plan combining in-clinic treatment with medical-grade homecare.