Top 20 Ways to Shrink Pores and Get Beautifully Clear Skin

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13. Sandalwood/Turmeric Mask

Mix one tablespoon each of turmeric powder and sandalwood along with three or four drops of sweet almond oil. Make a paste and rub this gently over your face and neck area. Allow to sit for 20 minutes, and then rinse your face with cold water. This mask will revitalize your skin, give it a really beautiful glow, and minimize those open pores.

14. Clay Mask

This naturally occurring substance from Mother Earth is perfect for absorbing purities and excess oil. You can use either green clay, white clay, or bentonite clay. Simply mix two tablespoons of whichever clay you prefer with just enough water (or rose water if you have it) to make a smooth mask. Apply it to your face and allow drying for about 20 minutes. Gently rub off the clay using cool water. Use this twice per week for best results.

15. Rose Water/Cucumber

Mix three or four drops of rose water in some freshly squeezed cucumber juice and apply to your face with a clean cotton ball. Rinse with cool water after 15 minutes. This will minimize those larger pores while the silica in cucumber juice will improve overall skin texture.

16. Lemon Sugar Scrub

Mix two tablespoons of sugar and the juice of half a lemon. Apply to your face and gently massage it in for about 30 seconds. Rinse off with cool water. Use this scrub twice a week. Don’t scrub too hard or you will irritate your skin. This is a great scrub for brightening your complexion, lightening dark spots, removing excess oil and dirt, as well as shrinking your pores.

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