Large Pores Treatment in Burnaby
Clear the pore, support the skin around it.
Pores look large when oil, dead cells and sun damage stretch the opening and the collagen around it weakens. Size is largely genetic, so treatment aims to make pores look smaller rather than remove them. At Skin Art MD in Burnaby, BC, options include V-Carbon or HydraFacial for cleansing and Sylfirm X or microneedling for collagen support.
- 15–20 min
- Typical V-Carbon session; redness usually fades within 1–2 hours
- 3–6
- Typical Sylfirm X or microneedling sessions, about 4–6 weeks apart
- Same Day
- Most people resume normal activities
- 15–20 min
- Typical V-Carbon session; redness usually fades within 1–2 hours
- 3–6
- Typical Sylfirm X or microneedling sessions, about 4–6 weeks apart
- Same Day
- Most people resume normal activities
What Do You See?
Large pores have different underlying causes. Identifying your specific type ensures the most effective treatment approach. Select all that apply:
Many people have a mix of these. Our team looks at your pore type, oil production and skin elasticity to plan a targeted approach.
Why Do Pores Look Large?
Pore size is largely set by genetics, but several factors make pores look bigger. Knowing which apply helps us choose treatment.
Excess Sebum Production
Overactive oil glands stretch the pore opening. Sebum accumulation inside the pore makes it appear larger from the outside.
Collagen Loss & Aging
As collagen breaks down with age, the supportive structure around each pore weakens, causing pores to sag and appear larger.
Clogged Pores
Buildup of dead skin cells, sebum, and debris inside the pore physically stretches it open. Blackheads are the visible result.
Sun Damage
UV radiation breaks down collagen and elastin around pores, thickens the outer skin layer, and makes pore openings more prominent.
Genetics
Pore size is largely hereditary. If your parents had visible pores, you are more likely to as well. Skin type also plays a role.
Past Inflammation
Previous acne, picking or squeezing, and harsh treatments can leave the pore structure stretched.
How Are Large Pores Treated at Skin Art MD?
A three-step strategy: deep clean the pores, stimulate collagen to support them, and refine the skin surface.
Clean first, then rebuild: clear the congestion, then support the structure around each pore.
1Pore-Refining Treatments
V-Carbon Peel
Laser-Free Carbon Peel
An activated-carbon film with mandelic, ferulic and citric acids is applied, activated with a spray, then removed. It helps lift oil and clear pores without a laser.
HydraFacial
Deep Cleansing Facial
Vortex suction extracts impurities from pores while infusing serums, which helps unclog and hydrate skin so pores look cleaner and smoother.
Sylfirm X RF Microneedling
Radiofrequency delivered through microneedles stimulates collagen, which can firm the support structure around pores. Several sessions are usual.
How We Approach Large Pores
Multi-Device Approach
We combine pore-clearing treatments (V-Carbon, HydraFacial) with collagen-building options (Sylfirm X, microneedling), depending on what your pores need.
Root Cause Treatment
We look at the causes behind visible pores, including oil production, collagen loss and congestion, rather than only treating the surface.
Maintenance Programs
Pore care is ongoing. We suggest maintenance schedules that keep results going without over-treating your skin.
Low-Downtime Options
HydraFacial and V-Carbon usually need little recovery time, so they can fit into a lunch break.
Common Questions
Refine Your Skin Texture
Book a consultation to review your pore type and plan a targeted approach.
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