Enlarged Pores & Uneven Skin Texture
The Quest for 'Glass Skin': Addressing Pores and Texture Smooth, light-reflective skin—often referred to as 'glass skin'—is a top aesthetic goal. However, factors like enlarged pores, rough texture, and dullness can stand in the way.
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PRP London Clinic Medical Team
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Dr Mohamed Nafei
GMC-Registered Aesthetic Doctor
Dr Severine Leonet
GMC-Registered Aesthetic Doctor
Dr Reem Nouri
GMC-Registered Aesthetic Doctor
Last reviewed: January 4, 2026
About Enlarged Pores & Uneven Skin Texture
The Quest for 'Glass Skin': Addressing Pores and Texture
Smooth, light-reflective skin—often referred to as 'glass skin'—is a top aesthetic goal. However, factors like enlarged pores, rough texture, and dullness can stand in the way. Enlarged pores are not just about hygiene; they are often a structural issue caused by a loss of collagen elasticity around the pore opening. At PRP London Clinic, we treat texture concerns by combining deep structural tightening with surface resurfacing to reveal your smoothest, most radiant skin.Beyond the Surface: How We Refine Texture
Scrubbing the skin is not the solution to enlarged pores. To truly refine texture, we must stimulate the skin's regenerative processes. Our approach focuses on Collagen Induction and Cellular Renewal. By using advanced technologies to strengthen the collagen 'corset' that supports your pores, we can tighten their appearance. Simultaneously, we encourage the turnover of dull, dead skin cells to reveal the fresh, healthy skin underneath.A Multi-Faceted Approach to Radiance
Achieving flawless skin texture usually requires a combination of modalities. We often pair energy-based treatments like Sylfirm X (to tighten) with regenerative injectable treatments like Polynucleotides or Skin Boosters (to hydrate and repair). This dual approach addresses both the structure of the skin and its surface quality, ensuring long-lasting and visible improvements.Is This Treatment Right for You?
Ideal Candidates
- •Individuals concerned with visible or enlarged pores
- •Anyone feeling their skin texture is rough or uneven
- •Patients seeking the 'glass skin' aesthetic
- •Those noticing their makeup settles into pores or lines
- •People with dull, tired-looking skin wanting a radiance boost
Clinical Contraindications
- •Active skin infections in the treatment area
- •Active inflammatory acne (we treat this differently)
- •Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- •Recent heavy sun exposure or sunburn
Can You Actually Shrink Pores?
It is a common myth that you can 'close' pores (they are not doors!), but you *can* significantly reduce their visible size. Pores often look large because the collagen around them has weakened, causing them to slacken and open up. By stimulating new collagen with treatments like Sylfirm X, we tighten the skin structure, effectively tightening the pore opening and making it much less visible to the naked eye.
Why Choose Us for Skin Texture Treatments
At PRP London Clinic, we deliver results-driven skin refinement:
- Advanced Technology: We use the latest devices like Sylfirm X and Tixel, which offer superior results compared to standard facials.
- Customised Stacking: We are experts in 'stacking' treatments (e.g., Microneedling + Exosomes) to maximise results.
- Holistic Advice: We provide comprehensive advice on the right skincare ingredients to maintain your smooth results at home.
Treatment Process
Our protocols for enlarged pores and texture are designed to smooth, tighten, and hydrate:
1. Structural Tightening: - Sylfirm X RF Microneedling: To tighten the collagen matrix around pores, shrinking their appearance.
2. Surface Resurfacing: - Tixel® or Traditional Microneedling: To physically resurface rough skin and stimulate fresh cell growth. - Chemical Peels: To dissolve dead skin cells and clear congestion.
3. Quality & Hydration: - Polynucleotides & Skin Boosters: To improve cellular health and hydration, plumping the skin to smooth out texture from within. - Hydrafacial: For deep cleansing and maintenance of pore health.
Diagnosis & Assessment
We begin with a close-up skin analysis to assess the quality of your skin texture. Our experts will evaluate pore size, oil production, hydration levels, and signs of sun damage. This helps us determine if your texture issues are due to congestion, collagen loss, or dehydration, allowing us to prescribe the precise combination of treatments to restore smoothness.
Prevention & Management
Lifestyle Tips
- •Wear SPF 50 daily—sun damage destroys collagen, causing pores to sag and look larger
- •Cleanse your face twice daily to prevent oil buildup
- •Stay hydrated to maintain skin plumpness
- •Avoid smoking, which damages skin elasticity and texture
Home Care
- •Use a double-cleansing method in the evening
- •Incorporate retinol or retinoids to speed up cell turnover (as advised)
- •Use chemical exfoliants (AHAs/BHAs) gently to keep pores clear
- •Avoid heavy, pore-clogging (comedogenic) makeup
What Our Patients Say
I always hated how my foundation looked—it just sat in my pores. After a course of microneedling and Polynucleotides, my skin is so smooth I barely wear makeup now.
The Sylfirm X treatment gave me that 'filter' look in real life. My pores are visibly tighter and my skin has a glow it hasn't had in years.