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- Patch-test on the inner arm for 24 hours if you have sensitive or reactive skin.
- After cleansing, apply a pea-sized amount onto damp face, concentrating on the T-zone and areas with visible pores.
- Massage gently with upward strokes until fully absorbed. The starch film will set, leaving skin lightly tightened and matte.
- Follow with a lightweight moisturiser or, during the day, sunscreen to keep skin protected.
- Frequency: use twice daily for oily skin, or nightly for normal and combination types.
- Weekly flash mask: spread a thicker layer, leave for ten minutes, then rinse off for an instant pore-blur glow before events.
Benefits of This DIY Gel
- Instant optical blurring – Rice-starch film scatters light, camouflaging enlarged pores and fine lines.
- Sebum regulation – Green-tea catechins inhibit overactive oil glands, preventing pores from stretching further.
- Natural astringent tightening – Acetic and malic acids in ACV contract follicle rims and rebalance surface pH for a smooth, matte finish.
- Antimicrobial defence – Clove eugenol and ACV together curb acne-causing bacteria, reducing congestion that exaggerates pore size.
- Hydration without heaviness – Aloe mucopolysaccharides and glycerin draw water into the epidermis, keeping skin plump so pores appear smaller.
