Best Skincare for Clogged Pores in Canada

Pores clog when excess oil mixes with dead skin cells and debris, forming a plug. Oily skin, infrequent exfoliation, heavy products and not removing makeup or SPF thoroughly all contribute.

Use a salicylic-acid cleanser or toner regularly, add a retinol at night, exfoliate gently 2–3 times a week, and use a clay mask weekly. Be consistent and avoid harsh scrubbing, which irritates skin.

Salicylic acid (BHA) is the standout — it dissolves the oil plug inside pores. Pair it with retinol to prevent re-clogging and AHAs to clear the surface.

Both are clogged pores — blackheads are open and oxidise dark, while whiteheads are closed under the skin. The same BHA-and-retinol approach helps visibly clear both. See our blackheads collection.

Yes — it's oil-soluble, so it gets inside the pore to dissolve the trapped oil and debris, clearing existing congestion and helping prevent new clogs. See our salicylic acid collection.

Often yes — small, flesh-coloured bumps are usually closed comedones (congestion under the surface). BHA and retinol gradually clear them. See our uneven texture collection.

Yes — retinol normalises how skin sheds cells, so pores are far less likely to clog. It's one of the best ingredients for ongoing congestion. See our retinol collection.

Cleanse thoroughly (double-cleanse if you wear makeup or SPF), exfoliate regularly with BHA, use retinol, choose non-comedogenic products, and don't over-strip your skin, which can trigger more oil.

Some rich or comedogenic formulas can, especially on oily skin. Choose lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturisers — most medical-grade brands label these clearly. See our oily skin collection.

Clogged pores (comedones) are a mild, non-inflamed form of breakouts. When bacteria and visible redness are involved, it becomes pimples. The same clarifying ingredients help both. See our breakouts collection.

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