text: pores are not a disease of anything like acne...they are simple a feature of the surface of our skin, through which we sweat.  you can't get rid of them, but you can minimize their appearance if the size of your pores bothers you. it is important to keep your skin clean.  wash your face at least twice daily, especially before bed.  use warm water to open your pores and a good facial cleanser (I like Neutrogena) to clean deep down inside your pores.  you should lather for 30 seconds and rinse thoroughly.  cold water will reduce the size of your pores but will not clean it.\n\nfor an added minimizing and deep cleaning effect, use a facial mask designed for deep cleaning and/or pore minimizing once a month.