Preview: the partner clinic's name, doctors, address and contact channels appear here once a clinic joins. Prices are layout examples.

Sinsa, Gangnam · Mon - Fri 10:00 - 19:00English / Korean / Japanese
Book consultation
Menu

Enlarged Pores & Rough Texture

Pores cannot be closed, but their appearance can change. Texture problems may come from oily skin, past acne, thinning collagen, or sun damage, and the right approach differs for each. Gangnam menus offer many pore programs, so it helps to judge whether a clinic investigates the cause or simply names a device.

Common causes

  • High oil production that stretches pore openings, especially on the nose and cheeks
  • Loss of collagen around pores with age and sun exposure
  • Past acne that leaves uneven surface and shallow scars
  • Clogged pores from dead skin and product buildup
  • Genetic skin type and hormonal influences

How doctors usually approach it

Identify the main driver
The doctor distinguishes oil-driven pores from sun-related laxity and scar-like texture.
Control oil and clogging
Medical skin care, peels, and gentle facials can reduce congestion and make pores look smaller for a time.
Stimulate collagen
Microneedling, microneedle radiofrequency, and fractional lasers aim to firm tissue around pores over several sessions.
Use injections selectively
Skin boosters and small-dose intradermal toxin are sometimes used for texture, with modest and temporary effects.

Treatments often discussed

Resurfacing & ScarsMicroneedle RFMicroneedle RF delivers radiofrequency heat through fine needles; judge Gangnam proposals by the named device, needle tip handling and how depth is matched to your skin.From ₩350,000Resurfacing & ScarsCO2 Fractional LaserCO2 fractional resurfacing is a true wound-healing procedure; in Gangnam, weigh the doctor's skill with depth settings, skin-type judgment and the honesty of the downtime description.From ₩300,000Laser & PigmentLaser ToningLaser toning uses low-energy pulses for uneven tone and some melasma; the key checks in Gangnam are the diagnosis, the energy settings and honesty about relapse.From ₩80,000Skin BoostersHyaluronic Acid Skin BoosterHyaluronic acid skin boosters hydrate the skin from within, and when comparing Gangnam clinics the practical questions are which product, how it is placed, and what the quote counts.Price after consultationAcne & PoresMedical Acne CareMedical acne care combines doctor-directed extraction, topical or oral medication and supportive treatments, so the main thing to judge in Gangnam is whether a physician actually plans it.From ₩60,000LiftingLaser Lifting (Fotona 4D / Titan)Laser lifting protocols warm the skin with light energy over several visits; judge a Gangnam proposal by the named device, the session plan and the clinician's explanation.Price after consultationLaser & PigmentCarbon Laser PeelA carbon laser peel is a light, quick laser facial; the useful checks in Gangnam are what the carbon lotion and laser are, how skin type is handled and whether claims stay modest.Price after consultationResurfacing & ScarsErbium Fractional LaserErbium fractional lasers resurface with less heat spread than CO2; ask which device and depth are planned and how recovery is described before you commit.Price after consultationResurfacing & ScarsNon-Ablative Fractional Laser (Fraxel-type)Non-ablative fractional lasers renew skin while keeping the surface intact; check the named device, the wavelength and the number of sessions the plan really needs.Price after consultationResurfacing & ScarsMicroneedlingPlain microneedling is a simple, low-tech treatment, so value lies in hygiene, single-use needles and honest limits; check these rather than the brand of pen.Price after consultationAcne & PoresChemical PeelA chemical peel applies an acid to loosen the top layers of skin, and in Gangnam the points worth checking are peel strength, who judges your skin type, and how pigment risk is handled.Price after consultationInjectablesSkin Botox (Microbotox)Skin botox places very dilute botulinum toxin in the upper skin layers to refine texture and oil, and the main checks are the dilution, the product and the doctor's restraint.Price after consultationInjectablesJuvelook (PDLLA)Juvelook is a PDLLA-based collagen stimulator placed in the skin, and when choosing in Gangnam it helps to confirm the exact product, who injects it, and how many sessions the plan assumes.Price after consultationSkin BoostersMesotherapy (Skin Meso)Skin mesotherapy injects small amounts of vitamins and hydrating ingredients into the skin, and in Gangnam the decisive checks are the exact ingredient list, the source of the vials and whether a doctor chose the mix.Price after consultationMedical FacialsHydraFacial (Aqua Peel)A multi-step cleansing facial that uses a vortex suction handpiece and serums; the useful questions in Gangnam are about the system, the serums, and who runs the session.Price after consultationMedical FacialsMicrodermabrasionA mechanical surface exfoliation using abrasive tips or crystals; the choice of clinic should turn on who assesses your skin and how aggressive the settings are.Price after consultationSkin Analysis & WellnessSkin Analysis ConsultationA camera-based assessment of surface and sub-surface skin features; it is a tool to inform a plan, and the judgment of the doctor reading it is what counts.Price after consultation

What a good consultation for pores and texture looks like

A good consultation uses close inspection, sometimes with imaging, to see whether your pores are oily, sun-stretched, or part of an acne scar pattern. The doctor should ask about your routine and any history of acne. If a clinic offers a pore package without such questions, ask what the plan is based on.

Listen for realistic language. Pores change in appearance rather than size permanently, and improvement often fades without maintenance. A candid doctor mentions this and may suggest starting with a gentler step before moving to resurfacing or needling. Ask about downtime for each proposal, because some options leave days of redness or small scabs, and about pigment risks for deeper skin tones.

Compare how clinics sequence treatments. A reasonable plan might combine oil control, a collagen-stimulating step, and sun protection, with review after a few sessions. Be cautious of a plan that stacks many procedures at once, or that is justified mainly by a device name. Ask for the number of sessions, intervals, and what you would stop doing if the results were not visible.

Enlarged Pores & Rough Texture: common questions

Can pores be shrunk permanently?

Not reliably. Their appearance can improve, but oil production and aging continue, so maintenance is usually needed.

Which is gentler, a peel or a laser?

It depends on the peel strength and laser type. Ask the doctor to compare expected redness, peeling, and recovery for your skin.

Do skin boosters help pores?

Some people notice smoother skin, but evidence for pore size is limited. Ask the doctor what outcome is realistic.

Book a consultation at Gangnam Skin Clinic

Send your preferred date, the concern you want to discuss and a recent photo if you like. Our coordinators reply in English, Korean and Japanese.

WhatsApp, KakaoTalk, LINE, WeChat and phone contacts appear here once the partner clinic is connected.

Area
Sinsa, Gangnam
Nearest station
Sinsa Station (Line 3)
Mon - Fri
10:00 - 19:00
Thu
10:00 - 21:00 (late clinic)
Sat
10:00 - 15:00
Sun & public holidays
Closed