Excess sebum and dilated pores are typical problems of oily skin, often caused by genetic factors, hormonal imbalances, stress, and poor diet. When the skin produces more sebum than necessary, it accumulates in the pores, making them visible and promoting the formation of impurities like blackheads and pimples. The alteration of the hydrolipidic film leads to shiny, irregular, and thickened skin, especially in the T-zone (forehead, nose, chin).
Androgenic hormones stimulate sebum production, which is why oily skin and dilated pores are common in adolescence but can persist into adulthood, aggravated by stress and diets rich in sugars and dairy. Additionally, the use of aggressive or occlusive cosmetics can worsen the situation by excessively removing sebum or clogging pores.
1. Targeted Skincare Using a specific cleanser for oily skin, with ingredients like salicylic acid or niacinamide, helps remove excess sebum without altering the skin barrier. Avoid aggressive products that stimulate reactive sebum production and prefer light, mattifying, non-comedogenic creams.
2. Exfoliation and Chemical Peels
Using exfoliants with AHA and BHA acids, like glycolic and salicylic acid, clears pores of impurities and regulates sebum production. Professional treatments like chemical peels improve skin texture, reducing pore visibility and controlling shine.
3. Advanced Aesthetic Medicine Treatments
The choice of the most suitable laser depends on various factors, such as oiliness level, pore size, and presence of scars. If the goal is to rebalance sebum production without downtime, Nd:YAG laser or IPL pulsed light are ideal. For a deeper effect, Fraxel Dual improves skin texture with moderate recovery. CO2 fractional laser is perfect for very dilated pores and thickened skin, offering intensive and lasting results.
4. Diet and Supplementation
Reducing sugars, dairy, and processed foods helps control sebum production. Supplementing with vitamins A, C, E, and zinc supports skin from within, improving cell turnover and reducing inflammation.
5. Daily Hygiene and Protection
Always removing makeup before sleeping, avoiding touching the face with dirty hands, and using a light, non-comedogenic sunscreen prevents impurity accumulation and skin thickening, keeping it clean and healthy over time.
