02/28/2026
Do you notice how pores seem to look larger over time?
They’re not “opening,” collagen loss has a lot to do with it.
Collagen supports the structure around pores. As the structure declines, pores appear larger as surrounding skin loses firmness.
What you can do…
SKINCARE:
Retinoids at night to prompt cellular renewal while you sleep & SPF during the day so skin regenerates to be its most supple & helathy. (UV radiation creates abnormal elastin fibers for tougher skin with enlarged pores.)
TREATMENTS:
Fractional lasers help skin regenerate & remodel itself to address the issue…
For lighter skintones (Fitzpatrick types 1-3), eCOtone, a very light spray of CO2 laser w minimal downtime (light sunburn) is amazing.
For darker skin tones (Fitzpatrick 4-6) thulium lasers like MOXI & Ultra do a wonderful job!