06/22/2026
Hard fact: pore strips, charcoal masks, and "pore-minimizing" toners cannot shrink your pores. Here's why: Your pore size is genetically determined. But pores APPEAR larger when:
❌ They're filled with sebum and debris
❌ The skin around them has lost collagen elasticity
❌ Sun damage has caused surrounding skin to sag. Aggressive pore strips actually make this worse — they damage the skin around the pore, causing it to lose elasticity faster.
What actually reduces pore appearance:
Microneedling — Stimulates collagen around the pore walls. Tighter skin = smaller-looking pores. Most patients see noticeable pore refinement after 3 sessions. Consistent medical-grade skincare — Daily routine that supports the collagen-building microneedling triggers.
Sun protection — Prevents future collagen breakdown.
At GT Aesthetic & Functional Medicine in Marlton, NJ, Dr. Farooqui personally performs every microneedling session. Serving Cherry Hill, Voorhees, and Moorestown. Stop wasting money on pore strips. Invest in actual results 💛
Tired of pore-related frustration? Book your personalised skin assessment consultation — 📍 Marlton, NJ
📞 856-886-4506
🌐 www.thegtclinic.com