*This post is sponsored by Bioré, but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.
Sometimes my blackheads are so prominent that I can see them THROUGH my makeup. It’s a fact – my pores are huge, my skin is oily and blackheads are a real thing.
How do I remove the blackheads to make sure my makeup looks flawless? Two products are not only essential, but also affordable – Bioré® Witch Hazel Ultra Deep Cleansing Pore Strips and Bioré® Witch Hazel Pore Clarifying Toner.
what is it
I’ve always been a MAJOR FAN of the Bioré Pore Strips (literally since high school). I LOVE looking at the pore strip after I remove it from my nose. Some people pop pimples, I prefer to look at the inner workings of my blackheads.
The Bioré Witch Hazel Pore Strips ($8.47 for a box of 6) are brand new & the concept has me thrilled because Witch Hazel is a fantastic ingredient to help battle breakouts. It’s known for it’s astringent properties and also for tightening pores.
Not all pore strips are created equal! The strips are dermatologist tested and use a blend of C-bond technology which deep cleans, removes blackheads, refines pores and helps to prevent future breakouts. It’s like a “super-magnet”, getting at even your most clogged pores.
I also just learned that toner is a necessary first step (see more on that below). Bioré® Witch Hazel Pore Clarifying Toner ($6.47 for 8 oz.) makes it easy to stay on task with the right ingredients.
This toner is lightweight & helps restore skins balance as it deep cleans and removes residue that your cleanser may have missed. In addition to the Witch Hazel it also contains salicylic acid to control oil and treat blemishes.
how to use
After cleansing your skin squeeze some of the Bioré® Witch Hazel Pore Clarifying Toner onto a round cotton pad and swipe lightly over the face. 1-3 times a day is recommended but because excessive drying may occur you’ll want to start with just once a day. My skin is more sensitive so I tend to err on the side of caution and do once every other day for the first week.
When you’re done toning thoroughly wet your nose and apply a Bioré® Witch Hazel Ultra Deep Cleansing Pore Strip (smooth side down). Press down to ensure good contact and let dry for about 10-15 minutes. When it’s ready to come off it’ll feel dry (similar to papier mâché). Slowly peel off the pore strip by grasping at the edges and pulling both sides toward the center of your nose.
I love to let the Bioré® Witch Hazel Ultra Deep Cleansing Pore Strip sit on my nose while I do my eye makeup. It’s easy to remove after that is completed and I’m ready to continue on with the rest of my skincare routine, followed by finishing up my makeup look.
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availability
Both Bioré® Witch Hazel Pore Clarifying Toner and Bioré® Witch Hazel Ultra Deep Cleansing Pore Strips are available now at Walmart.
Nataly Carbonell says
I like witch hazel, I use it to keep my pores tight. One of the reasons why I’ve avoided using blackhead strips too often if because I don’t want open pores. I think I’ll give this one a try since it has witch hazel.
By the way, I’ve always wondered if it’s possible to not have a single blackhead on your nose. I have not met one person without any blackheads yet.
Brooke says
I’ve heard a lot of people on youtube SAY they don’t have any due to their skincare lol but I call BS. Everyone has them I think some are just way more noticeable than others. Good skincare can help keep them at bay and REALLY helps with how your makeup looks. Now that I’ve heard of Witch Hazel being popular it’s all I’m seeing. Target had a whole little shelf section of it yesterday!
Andrew James (The Skincare Saviour) says
I dont agree with the use of the strips you can easily get rid of blackheads through cleansing properly and using Salicylic acid that is present in this toner but to be effective it needs to be around 2% strenght
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