Facial Pores: Definition, Causes, and Treatment Options
- Authors
- Lee, Sang Ju; Seok, Joon; Jeong, Se Yeong; Park, Kui Young; Li, Kapsok; Seo, Seong Jun
- Issue Date
- Mar-2016
- Publisher
- LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS & WILKINS
- Citation
- DERMATOLOGIC SURGERY, v.42, no.3, pp 277 - 285
- Pages
- 9
- Journal Title
- DERMATOLOGIC SURGERY
- Volume
- 42
- Number
- 3
- Start Page
- 277
- End Page
- 285
- URI
- https://scholarworks.bwise.kr/cau/handle/2019.sw.cau/7240
- DOI
- 10.1097/DSS.0000000000000657
- ISSN
- 1076-0512
1524-4725
- Abstract
- BACKGROUND Enlarged skin pores refer to conditions that present with visible topographic changes of skin surfaces. Although not a medical concern, enlarged pores are a cosmetic concern for a large number of individuals. Moreover, clear definition and possible causes of enlarged pores have not been elucidated. OBJECTIVE To review the possible causes and treatment options for skin pores. METHODS This article is based on a review of the medical literature and the authors' clinical experience in investigating and treating skin pores. RESULTS There are 3 major clinical causes of enlarged facial pores, namely high sebum excretion, decreased elasticity around pores, and increased hair follicle volume. In addition, chronic recurrent acne, sex hormones, and skin care regimen can affect pore size. Given the different possible causes for enlarged pores, therapeutic modalities must be individualized for each patient. CONCLUSION Potential factors that contribute to enlarged skin pores include excessive sebum, decreased elasticity around pores, and increased hair follicle volume. Because various factors cause enlarged facial pores, it might be useful to identify the underlying causes to be able to select the appropriate treatment.
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