If you’ve ever felt like your blackheads have permanently landed, or that your pores are starting to sag, today’s episode is for you. This uninterrupted bonus conversation is brought to you in partnership with our friends at Curology and we're diving deep into the most common pore mysteries with Dr. Whitney Tolpinrud, MD, FAAD, Board Certified Dermatologist and Medical Director at Curology.
Listen in as Dr. Tolpinrud debunks the myth of "shrinking" your pores, and reveals the true causes of clogging—from hormones and comedogenic ingredients to invisible micro dust pollution.
You’ll learn:
- Pore size & aging: Why your pores appear to sag as your collagen breaks down.
- Sebaceous filaments vs. blackheads: How to figure out what you’re dealing with before you treat.
- What’s in her doctor’s bag: How Dr. Tolpinrud chooses the right prescription-strength ingredients to treat breakouts and improve skin texture for varying skin types.
- Myth-busted rituals: Does dunking your face in ice water or using a steamer really "open or close" your pores? Plus, are extractions a do or a don’t, according to the derm?
- Introducing Curology Day Prime Rx, the first-ever prescription acne treatment that doubles as a blurring, shine-reducing primer—customizable to treat acne, dark spots, or even rosacea!
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Curology
Curology, the pioneer of personalized prescription skincare, is our exclusive show partner for this episode. They have treated over 5.5 million patients across the USA.
Curology is giving Breaking Beauty listeners a special link to try DayPrimeRx - the first-ever prescription acne treatment and primer - for FREE when you subscribe, just pay $5.45 shipping and handling!
To claim this offer, go to curology.com/beauty to take Curology’s skin quiz! In just a few minutes, you’ll share your current skin concerns and a few photos with a Curology dermatology provider who will create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique skin goals. This will include DayPrimeRx if it’s right for your unique skin! Restrictions apply. See website for full details and important safety information.
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