How to use pore shrinking water? Popular topics and scientific guides on the Internet in the past 10 days
Recently, the topic of skin care has continued to heat up on social media, especially discussions about pore management. According to data analysis on the entire network (October 1-10, 2023), the following are the most popular skin care hot spots:
| Ranking | hot topics | Number of discussions (10,000) | Related products |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Large pores solution | 28.5 | Shrink water, mud film |
| 2 | Autumn skin care misunderstandings | 19.2 | Moisturizing Essence |
| 3 | Popular science about constituent parties | 15.7 | Ceramide |
1. The core working principle of pore shrinking water

According to dermatologist interview data, high-quality pore shrinking water usually contains the following active ingredients:
| Ingredients | Mechanism of action | Suitable for skin type |
|---|---|---|
| Witch hazel extract | Tighten pores + anti-inflammatory | Oily/combination skin |
| Salicylic acid (0.5-2%) | Dissolve keratotic plugs + unclog pores | Tolerant skin |
| Nicotinamide | Oil control + barrier enhancement | All skin types |
2. Use the four-step method scientifically
1.Cleaning preparation stage: First use warm water (32-35℃) and amino acid cleansing to soften the cuticle and open pores.
2.Correct application technique: Soak a cotton pad with shrinking water and wipe gently along the direction of pore growth (nose → earlobe).
3.critical time control: For better effect when used at night, avoid the eye area (at least 1cm away from the eye socket).
4.Follow-up care linkage: Wait for 30 seconds to form a film, then apply moisturizing lotion immediately to form a sealing layer.
3. Actual measurement data of recent popular products
| Product name | pH value | stimulus test | instant shrinkage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brand A Witch Hazel Water | 5.2 | Alcohol-free formula | 18% |
| B brand salicylic acid cotton tablets | 3.8 | Need to build tolerance | 26% |
| C brand cooling spray | 6.0 | Contains menthol | 12% |
4. Common misunderstandings and warnings
•overuse: More than 2 times a day may damage the skin barrier (recently, an Internet celebrity has caused a surge in dermatitis cases)
•Ice instead: Short-term physical shrinkage cannot solve structural problems of pores
•Ignore sun protection: Ultraviolet rays will aggravate loose pores, so SPF30+ sun protection is required.
5. Experts suggest supplementary solutions
1. Deep cleansing (white mud mask + hot compress) once a week
2. Combined with radio frequency beauty instrument (data shows that pores can be reduced by 23% after 8 weeks)
3. Oral vitamin A supplements (doctor’s advice required)
Note: The data in this article were collected from public discussions on Weibo, Xiaohongshu, and Zhihu platforms from October 1 to 10. The actual results vary from person to person. It is recommended to conduct a professional skin test and develop a personalized plan.
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