, those tiny little openings on our skin that can sometimes feel like the bane of our existence, especially when we're aiming for that porcelain-smooth finish. Not to worry, you're not alone, and there's good news: makeup can be your best friend in minimizing the appearance of pores.

I will walk you through some simple steps to visually reduce your pore size with simple makeup techniques and leave your skin looking smooth and unpitted. Let’s review:

Before you even think about foundation, a

is essential. The right primer not only creates a smooth canvas but also fills in your pores, making them nearly invisible. Choose a silicone-based primer for optimal pore coverage. EyeBreakfast has a variety of quality primers to choose from. Have you tried RUDE Cosmetic products? If not, pick up this

Other than the cool packaging, this primer will give your skin an even base and will help keep your makeup in place all day!

Also, try our pore minimizing primers made specifically for this purpose:

Opt for a

that offers pore-minimizing benefits. A

matte foundation

usually works best for this. But if matte isn't your vibe, go for a foundation with a natural finish.

: A foundation with a natural finish reflects light in a way that can make your pores appear smaller. It's all about optical illusions, darlings!

A setting powder is your final defense against visible pores.

: A translucent

setting powder

is usually best for this, as it doesn't add any color, but simply sets your makeup and provides a pore-blurring effect.

Lightly dust your face with a medium brush

or opt for a large brush

focusing on areas where your pores are most prominent like the cheeks and chin.

When I started wearing makeup over 10 years ago, I was clueless about pores. I'd slather on foundation like paste to hope to hide and smooth out my pores, only to find that my pores looked like mini craters, and my face had an unnatural look with too much foundation. After many trials and errors (lots of errors that is), I learned that the right techniques and products can make all the difference. Trust me, if I can get it right, so can you. Take you time, and remember, start light and build up in layers with ALL makeup you apply.

Reducing pore size with makeup doesn't have to be a challenge. By choosing the right products and applying them correctly, you will enjoy a smooth, nearly poreless complexion. So go ahead, unlock your skin's full potential, and step out in confidence, you got this!

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