Refined, not airbrushed: enlarged pore treatment in Massapequa
Pores you can see from across the room, across your nose, cheeks or forehead, that makeup seems to sink into rather than cover. At Skin Space in Massapequa, we help clients across Long Island make pores look smaller and skin look smoother by keeping them clear and rebuilding the support around them.
Also known as large pores, visible pores, open pores and stretched pores.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Jimenez, Medical Director. Last reviewed September 2026.
What enlarged pores are
You can't close a pore, but you can change how it looks.
Pores are the openings of hair follicles and oil glands, and everyone has them. Their size is largely genetic and tied to how much oil your skin makes. Pores look bigger when they're stretched by oil and debris, or when the collagen around them weakens with age so the opening sags and widens.
There's no treatment that permanently shrinks or closes pores. What treatment can do is keep them clear and strengthen the skin around them, so they look noticeably smaller and the surface looks smoother. That honest goal is where the best results come from.
Oily pores
Round, open pores across the T-zone, most common with oily or combination skin.
Stretched pores
Oval or teardrop-shaped pores on the cheeks that look bigger as skin loses firmness.
Clogged pores
Pores that look larger because they're filled with oil and dead skin.
If your pores are filled with dark dots or white bumps, see blackheads and clogged pores. For shine that comes with them, see oily skin, and for overall roughness, rough or bumpy texture.
What causes it
Oil, genetics and firmness.
Several factors decide how visible your pores are.
- Genetics, which largely set pore size and oil production.
- Oily skin, since more oil stretches the pore opening.
- Congestion, with oil and dead skin filling pores and making them more noticeable.
- Collagen loss with age, which lets the edges of pores sag and widen.
- Sun damage, which weakens the skin around pores.
- Picking and squeezing, which can stretch pores and leave them larger.
Pore-refining treatments at Skin Space
Your Skin Space provider will combine treatments that clear pores with ones that strengthen the skin around them.
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Microneedling
Creates tiny channels that trigger new collagen around the pores, firming the skin so they look tighter and smaller over time.
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PRX
A no-needle treatment that improves firmness and skin quality below the surface, making pores look more refined with no peeling or downtime.
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Laser Resurfacing
Resurfaces the skin and drives deeper collagen remodeling, giving some of the most noticeable improvement in pore appearance and texture.
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Tribella
Combines nano-fractional resurfacing and radiofrequency with light-based treatment to tighten the skin around pores while improving tone and texture.
Also used alongside these
- MicrodermabrasionClears surface buildup so pores look cleaner and less noticeable between treatments.
- Glass Skin Glo2FacialAn exfoliating facial that clears congestion for an instantly smoother look.
What to expect at Skin Space
From your first visit in Massapequa to smoother-looking skin.
Consultation
We look at the shape and location of your pores to see whether oil, congestion or loss of firmness is the main cause.
Your plan
Your provider usually pairs a clearing treatment with a collagen-building one for the best result.
Treatment series
Collagen-building sessions are spaced a few weeks apart, with facials in between to keep pores clear.
Maintenance
Pores refill over time, so ongoing care keeps them looking refined.
Keeping pores looking smaller at home
Clear, protect and be patient.
- Use a salicylic acid product a few times a week to keep pores clear from the inside.
- Add a retinoid at night to support collagen and cell turnover.
- Cleanse gently twice a day and always remove makeup before bed.
- Wear sunscreen daily to protect the collagen around pores.
- Don't squeeze. It can stretch pores and leave them looking bigger.
- Plan around Long Island summers. Beach days, boating and summer sports undo progress fast, so schedule your most intensive treatments for fall and winter and protect your results when the weather warms up.
When to see a dermatologist
Visible pores are cosmetic, but not every bump is a pore.
See a dermatologist or your doctor if you notice:
- A single pore or bump that's growing, changing or bleeding
- Many small yellowish bumps with a central dip, which can look like large pores but need a diagnosis
- Pores that become inflamed, painful or keep filling with pus
The Skin Space team is glad to coordinate with your dermatologist, and we'll refer you if something needs medical care first.
Common questions
Can you shrink pores permanently?
No treatment can permanently shrink or close pores. Treatment makes them look noticeably smaller by keeping them clear and firming the skin around them.
What's the best treatment for large pores?
It depends on the cause. Microneedling and laser resurfacing help most with stretched pores, while clearing treatments help with oily, congested pores. Many people benefit from both.
Do pore strips make pores smaller?
Not really. They remove some surface buildup for a short time, but they don't change pore size and can irritate the skin.
Why do my pores look bigger as I get older?
As collagen decreases, the skin around pores loses support and the openings sag and widen, especially on the cheeks.
Does cold water close pores?
No. Pores don't open and close. Cold water can make skin feel tighter briefly, but it doesn't change pore size.
Where can I get enlarged pores treated near Massapequa?
Skin Space is a med spa in Massapequa, NY, serving clients from across Long Island. Every plan starts with a consultation so we can see what's making your pores more visible.
Reviewed by Dr. Jimenez
Medical Director at Skin Space in Massapequa, NY. This page was reviewed for medical accuracy in September 2026.
