03/09/2026
So, following on from my posts about pores and which treatments can help… here are my top 4 👇🏼
✅MesoTox
✅Microneedling
✅Chemical Peels
✅Fractional CO₂ Laser
First things first… we can’t permanently “shrink” your pores. Pore size is influenced by genetics, skin type, sebum production and the loss of collagen and elasticity as we age.
BUT… we absolutely can improve the way they look and make skin appear smoother, more refined and more even. 🙌🏼
1️⃣ MESOTOX — the glass facial ✨
MesoTox combines mesotherapy with very superficial injections of botulinum toxin.
Unlike traditional Botox, which is injected into the muscle, this technique targets the superficial skin layers.
How it can help:
• Can reduce the appearance of enlarged pores
• Can help reduce oiliness/sebum production
• Can improve the appearance of fine lines and skin texture
• Leaves the skin looking smoother and more refined
Great for: oily or combination skin, visible pores and anyone wanting that lovely “glass skin” finish. ✨
2️⃣ MICRONEEDLING
Microneedling creates controlled micro-injuries in the skin, triggering the skin’s natural healing response and stimulating collagen production.
As collagen and elastin support the skin, texture can become smoother and pores can appear less noticeable.
It can also help improve:
• Enlarged-looking pores
• Acne scarring
• Uneven texture
• Fine lines
• Overall skin quality
This is one of my favourites when the aim is stronger, healthier-looking skin rather than simply treating the pore itself.
3️⃣ CHEMICAL PEELS
And with peel season back upon us, this one deserves a mention!
Chemical peels use carefully selected acids to exfoliate the skin and encourage cell turnover.
Depending on the peel chosen, they can be particularly useful for skin that is oily, congested or prone to breakouts.
They can help to:
• Remove excess dead skin cells
• Improve congestion
• Refine skin texture
• Improve the appearance of pores
• Brighten dull-looking skin
And the best peel for you depends on your skin and what we’re actually trying to achieve — it’s definitely not a case of “the stronger, the better!” 😜
4️⃣ FRACTIONAL CO₂ LASER 🔥
Now this is the big gun when it comes to skin resurfacing.
Fractional CO₂ laser creates microscopic columns of controlled thermal injury in the skin. This stimulates a wound-healing response and encourages new collagen and elastin formation.
As the skin remodels, it can become firmer and smoother, which can make enlarged pores appear less prominent.
It can be particularly useful where visible pores are accompanied by:
• Loss of skin firmness
• Uneven texture
• Acne scarring
• Fine lines
• Sun-damaged or aged skin
It isn’t literally “closing” or permanently shrinking your pores — instead, we’re improving the quality, firmness and texture of the surrounding skin, which can significantly improve their appearance.
SO… WHICH ONE IS BEST? 🤔
Honestly? There isn’t one answer.
It depends on why your pores are looking enlarged in the first place.
Sometimes it’s excess oil and congestion.
Sometimes it’s loss of collagen and elasticity.
Sometimes it’s a combination of both.
And that’s why I prefer to assess your skin properly rather than simply throwing the same treatment at everyone.
✅MesoTox — great for oil control, visible pores and that smooth, glass-skin look.
✅Microneedling — fantastic for collagen stimulation and overall texture.
✅Chemical peels — brilliant for congestion, oiliness and dull, uneven skin.
✅Fractional CO₂ laser — a more intensive resurfacing option for texture, scarring, fine lines and loss of firmness.
And sometimes… combining treatments is where the magic happens. ✨
