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title: "Pores"
description: "Lougheed Laser Centre in Burnaby offers clinically proven treatments to minimise the appearance of enlarged pores for a smoother, more refined complexion."
url: "https://www.lougheedlaser.com/face/enlarged-pores"
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# Pores

_Lougheed Laser Centre in Burnaby offers clinically proven treatments to minimise the appearance of enlarged pores for a smoother, more refined complexion._

Pores are microscopic openings to hair follicles, oil glands and sweat glands. Pores play important roles such as allowing perspiration out to cool the skin and releasing oil to protect the surface of the skin.

Sometimes, pores become enlarged so that they are more visible. If not properly taken care of, large pores can become clogged pores. Dead skin cells, dirt and bacteria get trapped, potentially causing pimples and/or blackheads to form, making the pores look even larger.

The most common reason behind enlarged pores is genetics. It’s nothing you did or didn’t do – you were just born with them.

## Treatments Available

Improving pores starts with keeping them clear and supporting overall skin health. Our approach focuses on deep cleansing, exfoliation, and collagen stimulation to refine texture and reduce the appearance of enlarged pores. Treatments are customized based on your skin type and concerns.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Can pores actually be made smaller?

Not permanently in a structural sense, but yes, their appearance can be significantly reduced. Pore size has a genetic component that cannot be changed, but the factors that make pores look larger — congestion, loss of surrounding collagen, excess oil, and rough texture — are all treatable. Most patients see a noticeable improvement in pore visibility after the right course of treatment.

### Why are my pores getting more noticeable as I get older?

As skin ages, collagen and elastin production slows and the tissue surrounding each pore loses its firmness. This causes the pore walls to slacken and the opening to appear wider. Sun damage accelerates this process significantly. Treatments that stimulate collagen address this underlying cause directly.

### Can skincare alone reduce the appearance of pores?

Skincare can help manage the contributing factors but rarely produces dramatic improvement on its own. These are valuable tools but have limits, particularly for pores that have enlarged due to structural collagen loss. Clinical treatments reach a depth and produce a degree of collagen stimulation that topical products cannot replicate.

### Are pore concerns treatable on all skin types?

Yes. The specific treatment approach will vary depending on your skin type, tone, and the primary cause of pore visibility, but meaningful improvement is achievable across a wide range of skin types. We assess each patient individually to recommend the most appropriate and safe combination of treatments.