Vasant Vihar Clinic (South Delhi)
A-2/6, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi - 110057
+91 98109 77786 / +91 96677 21501
You lean closer to the mirror and there they are: tiny dots across your nose and cheeks that make your skin look rough, even after a good facial. Foundation settles into them by lunchtime, and every selfie filter seems to be working overtime. Open pores are one of the most common skin complaints, especially for people with oily skin living through Delhi's humid summers. At Dadu Medical Centre, a skin clinic in Delhi, open pores treatment starts with understanding why your pores look the way they do. Dr. Nivedita Dadu and her team then plan treatment that helps tighten the skin around them and makes them far less noticeable.
Pores are tiny openings in the skin, each one containing a hair follicle and an oil gland. That gland makes sebum, a natural oil that keeps the skin soft and protected. Everyone has pores. They become a concern when they look stretched, wide or clogged enough to be easily seen.
They tend to look bigger when the skin produces a lot of oil, when pores get clogged with dead skin and dirt, or when the skin around them loses firmness with age. Acne can stretch pores too, and repeated breakouts sometimes leave them permanently wider.
Here's the honest part. Pores can't be closed or removed, because the skin needs them. What treatment can do is clean them out, control oil and firm up the skin around them, so they look noticeably smaller and your skin looks smoother overall.
Pore size is partly something you're born with, but a few things make them look much bigger than they need to.
You can't shrink pores permanently at home, but good habits keep them from getting worse.
Cleanse twice a day. A gentle, oil-control face wash is enough. Over-washing makes skin produce even more oil.
Never sleep in makeup. It settles into pores overnight and clogs them.
Use sunscreen every day. Protecting collagen is one of the best ways to keep pores from sagging.
Pick non-comedogenic products. Look for oil-free moisturizers and makeup that won't block pores.
Exfoliate gently. A mild chemical exfoliant once or twice a week works better than harsh scrubs.
Keep your hands off. Squeezing blackheads stretches and scars the pore.
Treat acne early. Controlling breakouts stops them from enlarging pores further.
Don't rely on pore strips and quick fixes. They give a short-term clean look but don't change pore size, so see a dermatologist for lasting results.
a popular choice for stretched, enlarged pores and uneven texture.
tightens the skin around each pore so they look smaller.
controls oil and deep-cleans congested pores.
for oily skin with clogged pores that keeps breaking out.
clears congested pores and the breakouts that stretch them.
deep-cleans blackheads and clogged pores in one sitting.
a more thorough Hydrafacial for congested, dull skin.
a medi-facial that clears buildup in the pores.
refreshes congested skin and leaves it smoother.
a package aimed at enlarged pores, uneven texture and surface blemishes.
Book a free consultation at our clinic in Delhi and find out which open pores treatment suits your skin.
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Open pores are often sold as a quick fix, with one facial or one strip promising to "close" them. That's not how skin works. At Dadu Medical Centre, our doctors start by looking at what's really behind your pores, whether it's oil, old acne, sun damage or loss of firmness with age. Dr. Nivedita Dadu and her team then combine the right in-clinic treatments with a home routine that actually fits your skin type. You'll get a straight answer on how much improvement to expect and how many sessions it's likely to take. The aim is smoother, more refined skin that still looks like yours, just a lot healthier.
Ans. No, pores can't be closed, because the skin needs them. Treatment makes them look smaller by clearing them out, controlling oil and firming the skin around them.
Ans. Mostly excess oil, clogged pores, acne, sun damage and loss of skin firmness with age. Genes play a part too.
Ans. Usually with a mix of medical skincare and in-clinic treatments like Hydrafacial, chemical peels, MNRF or laser, depending on your skin type and the cause.
Ans. It depends. Oily, congested skin often does well with peels and Hydrafacial, while stretched pores from ageing or acne usually respond better to MNRF or laser.
Ans. Most people need a few sessions spaced a few weeks apart. Your dermatologist will suggest a number after seeing your skin.
Ans. Hydrafacial and light peels have little to none. MNRF and laser can leave the skin red or slightly rough for a few days.
Ans. Results can last well with good skincare and sun protection, though ageing and oil production continue, so occasional maintenance sessions help.
Ans. They can make skin look tighter for a short while, but they don't change pore size in any lasting way.
Ans. Yes. Men often have oilier skin and more visible pores, and the same treatments work well for them.
Ans. Yes, when the settings are chosen for your skin tone. Good sun protection before and after treatment helps avoid dark marks.
Book a free consultation at our clinic in Delhi and find out which open pores treatment suits your skin.
Dr. Nivedita Dadu explains why pores look bigger, what actually helps them appear smaller, and which pore myths are worth ignoring.
A-2/6, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi - 110057
+91 98109 77786 / +91 96677 21501
J-12/28, 1st Floor, Near Rajouri Garden Metro Station, New Delhi - 110027
+91 98109 77786 / +91 96677 21501
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