HomeAnswersCosmetologyblackheads

How can I reduce enlarged pores, blackheads, and pimples?

This Premium Q&A, reviewed and published, features a real conversation between an iCliniq user and a physician.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have prominent enlarged pores, blackheads, small pimples, uneven skin tone, comedones, and bumps on my skin. My pores are very oily, especially in the nose area, and I have a lot of blackheads there too.

Kindly advise.

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Kumar Bahunuthula

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Rakesh Kumar Bahunuthula is a well-experienced Dermatologist, Cosmetologist, and Hair Transplant Surgeon. He is skilled in treating a wide range of skin, hair, and cosmetic concerns, including acne, pigmentation, aging-related changes, and skin disorders. Dr. Bahunuthula specializes in advanced hair restoration techniques, aesthetic procedures, laser treatments, and minimally invasive cosmetic solutions. He emphasizes personalized care, natural-looking results, and improving patients’ confidence and overall appearance.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

At your age, individuals most often face such issues. However, you need not panic, as there are effective treatment options available to reduce oiliness and pore size.

  1. You should use sunscreen with a matte finish and a minimum SPF (sun protection factor) of 30 or above.
  2. I suggest you consult with a specialist and start applying Tretinoin 0.025 percent cream with their consent, only a pea-sized volume, daily in the evening for four hours.
  3. Wash it off with water and apply a moisturizer.
  4. Eat a diet rich in vitamins A and C.

I hope this has helped you.

Please feel free to reach out to me again if you have further queries.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

Can you list the products for me? It would be helpful.

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Kumar Bahunuthula

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Rakesh Kumar Bahunuthula is a well-experienced Dermatologist, Cosmetologist, and Hair Transplant Surgeon. He is skilled in treating a wide range of skin, hair, and cosmetic concerns, including acne, pigmentation, aging-related changes, and skin disorders. Dr. Bahunuthula specializes in advanced hair restoration techniques, aesthetic procedures, laser treatments, and minimally invasive cosmetic solutions. He emphasizes personalized care, natural-looking results, and improving patients’ confidence and overall appearance.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I suggest you consult a specialist and take the following medications with their consent. Use any sunscreen daily in the morning, Tretinoin 0.025 percent cream daily in the evening for four weeks, and any moisturizing cream with Sodium hyaluronate at night.

I hope this has helped you.

Please feel free to reach out to me again if you have further queries.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At September 3, 2022
Reviewed At October 14, 2025

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Rakesh Kumar Bahunuthula is a well-experienced Dermatologist, Cosmetologist, and Hair Transplant Surgeon. He is skilled in treating a wide range of skin, hair, and cosmetic concerns, including acne, pigmentation, aging-related changes, and skin disorders. Dr. Bahunuthula specializes in advanced hair restoration techniques, aesthetic procedures, laser treatments, and minimally invasive cosmetic solutions. He emphasizes personalized care, natural-looking results, and improving patients’ confidence and overall appearance.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Rakesh Kumar Bahunuthula is a well-experienced Dermatologist, Cosmetologist, and Hair Transplant Surgeon. He is skilled in treating a wide range of skin, hair, and cosmetic concerns, including acne, pigmentation, aging-related changes, and skin disorders. Dr. Bahunuthula specializes in advanced hair restoration techniques, aesthetic procedures, laser treatments, and minimally invasive cosmetic solutions. He emphasizes personalized care, natural-looking results, and improving patients’ confidence and overall appearance.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Listen to related tracks in our music library
Comprehensive Second Opinion

Read answers about:

blackheadsacne

Ask your health query to a doctor online

*guaranteed answer within 4 hours

Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.