Pigmentation Treatment
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Controlled exfoliation with medical-grade acids to treat acne, tan, pigmentation and dullness over a short course of sessions.
Skin & hair concerns · MD Dermatologist in Kalyani Nagar, Pune
Open Pores: They Cannot Be Closed, But They Can Look Smaller
Why pores enlarge on oily, acne-prone and ageing skin, and the treatments that refine them by controlling oil and rebuilding collagen.
Understanding It
About Open Pores
Open or enlarged pores are most visible on the nose, cheeks and forehead, especially in oily and acne-prone skin. A pore is the opening of an oil gland and hair follicle, so it cannot be closed or removed. What can change is how large it looks: pores stretch when they are full of oil and debris, and when the collagen that supports their walls thins with age and sun damage.
That gives two ways to improve them, and at Skin Essence in Kalyani Nagar Dr. Daksha Patel usually uses both. The first is to keep pores clear and reduce oil, with the right home routine, peels and hydradermabrasion. The second is to rebuild the collagen around them with laser toning or collagen-stimulating procedures. Scrubbing, steaming and pore strips do the opposite, irritating the skin and stretching pores further.
Our Approach
How We Treat Open Pores At Skin Essence
- 01
Skin assessment
Oiliness, congestion, acne and early scarring are assessed, because pores linked to oil and pores linked to collagen loss need different plans.
- 02
Clear and control oil
Salicylic acid peels and a Signature Mira Peel or HydraFacial clear blocked pores, with a retinoid-based routine to keep them clear.
- 03
Rebuild support
Laser toning tightens the surface, and microneedling or fractional CO2 laser stimulates collagen where pores sit among acne scars.
- 04
Maintain
Sunscreen, a light non-comedogenic routine and a session every month or two hold the improvement.
Treatments
Treatments For Open Pores
Skin Glow Treatment
Signature Mira Peel
Our signature MiraPeel facial: hydradermabrasion, micro-channelling serum infusion, extraction, microcurrent and LED in one no-downtime session.
Pigmentation Treatment
Laser Toning
Gentle laser sessions that lighten pigmentation, tan and uneven tone with no downtime, using settings chosen for Indian skin.
Acne & Scar Treatment
Acne Scar Treatment
Fractional CO2 laser, TCA cross, subcision and microneedling to soften pitted acne scars and fade the marks acne leaves behind.
At Home
What You Can Do, And When To See Us
What helps at home
- Cleanse twice a day with a gentle, non-drying face wash.
- Use a retinoid or salicylic acid product only as advised; more is not better.
- Skip pore strips, harsh scrubs and frequent steaming.
- Choose non-comedogenic sunscreen and make-up, and remove make-up at night.
See a dermatologist if
- Pores look larger despite a careful routine.
- Blackheads keep returning on the nose and chin.
- Pores are accompanied by acne or acne scars.
- Your skin is both oily and sensitive, and products keep irritating it.
Dr. Daksha Patel
MBBS, MD (Skin & VD) · Dermatologist & Cosmetologist
Your Dermatologist
Open Pores Is Assessed And Treated By Dr. Daksha Patel, MBBS, MD (Skin & VD).
With 17+ years of experience in Dermatology and Cosmetology, Dr. Daksha Patel is dedicated to providing personalised, evidence-based care for healthy, confident skin and hair. Her special areas of interest include acne and pigmentation, hair problems, anti-ageing treatments, and paediatric dermatology.
- Acne & Pigmentation
- Hair & Scalp Problems
- Anti-Ageing & Skin Rejuvenation
- Paediatric Dermatology
Helpful Answers
Open Pores: Common Questions
Pores cannot be closed, and we are wary of any clinic that promises it. They can be made much less visible by reducing oil, keeping them clear and tightening the surrounding skin, with maintenance to hold the results.
Salicylic acid peels and retinoids help oily, blocked pores. Laser toning and collagen-stimulating procedures improve pores linked to acne scars and ageing. A dermatologist decides which combination suits your skin.
They remove surface debris for a day but irritate the skin and can stretch pores further. Regular gentle treatment works better than occasional aggressive cleaning.
Skin looks smoother after the first session. A visible reduction in pore size usually takes 2 to 3 months of combined clinic and home treatment.
Where To Find Us
Visit Skin Essence In Kalyani Nagar, Pune
Primary clinic
Kalyani Nagar, Pune
Brahma Business Park, Tower T9, 21st Floor, Office No. 2107, 2108, 2109Near F Residence, New Kalyani NagarPune 411014, Maharashtra
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Clinic Location
Brahma Business Park, Tower T9, 21st Floor, Office No. 2107, 2108, 2109Near F Residence, New Kalyani NagarPune 411014, Maharashtra