Potenza RF microneedling
Radiofrequency through fine needles remodels collagen around pore walls and reduces oil gland activity — our core pore treatment.
Acne & Skin Texture
Enlarged Pore Treatment in Gangnam, Seoul
Refining enlarged pores at Nest Clinic — Potenza RF microneedling, micro-Xeomin and skin boosters, combined by our women doctors to tighten the skin around each pore and reduce the oil that stretches it.
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Can enlarged pores be made smaller?
Pores cannot be closed, but they can be made to look noticeably smaller. At Nest Clinic we use Potenza RF microneedling to rebuild collagen around the pore walls, micro-Xeomin to reduce oil and tighten the surface, and Skinvive or Rejuran to improve skin quality. Most patients see refinement after about 3 sessions, 4 weeks apart, with results building over 2–3 months. Results vary with skin type and age.
- Sessions
- About 3, then maintenance
- Interval
- Every 4 weeks
- Downtime
- Redness for 1–2 days after Potenza
- Treatment time
- About 45 minutes incl. numbing
- Results
- Build over 2–3 months
- Skin types
- Suitable for Fitzpatrick I–VI
Understanding enlarged pores
Why pores look bigger
Pores are the openings of hair follicles and oil glands, and their size is largely genetic. They look larger when excess sebum stretches them (common with oily skin), when they are clogged with blackheads, or when collagen around them weakens with age and sun damage, making them sag into an oval or teardrop shape.
Past acne can also leave wide, scarred pores that behave more like shallow acne scars. Identifying which type you have guides the treatment.
Which type are your pores?
- Round, open pores on the nose and inner cheeks with shine (oil-related)
- Teardrop-shaped pores on the outer cheeks (laxity-related)
- Pores that look darker or filled (clogged)
- Pores that deepen into texture after acne (scar-related)
- Pores that are more visible under makeup
Most people have a mix. Our doctors use magnified skin analysis to plan the combination that fits your pores.
Our approach
Tighten, rebalance, refine
We treat the oil, the collagen and the surface together, because pores rarely have just one cause.
Micro-Xeomin
Superficial micro-injections of diluted Xeomin reduce sebum and give a smoother, tighter surface for around 3–4 months.
Skin boosters
Skinvive hydrating microdroplets or Rejuran improve skin quality so pores look less prominent.
Fractional CO2 laser
For scar-type pores, controlled resurfacing stimulates new collagen; we adjust settings carefully for darker skin.
Peels & Q Facial
Salicylic peels and our Q Facial keep pores clear between collagen treatments.
What to expect
Finer-looking pores
Drag the handle to compare. Pores look tighter gradually as new collagen forms around them.
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Before
After 3 sessions
Illustration for explanation only — not a patient photograph. Individual results vary; real case photos are shown during your consultation.
Is it right for you?
Good candidates
- Visible pores on the nose, cheeks or forehead
- Oily skin with stretched, open pores
- Teardrop pores from loss of firmness
- Pores that remain wide after acne has settled
- Visitors who can return monthly, or continue maintenance at home
Safety first
Possible side effects
After Potenza, redness, mild swelling and pinpoint marks are common for 1–2 days. Uncommon risks include temporary darkening (more likely in darker skin), acne flare, prolonged redness and, rarely, small grid marks. Micro-Xeomin can cause small bumps and occasional bruising, and rarely a mild change in expression. We use conservative settings, precise superficial technique and calming aftercare to reduce these risks.
We postpone RF and laser during pregnancy, active infection, or within 6 months of oral isotretinoin, and do not use botulinum toxin while pregnant or breastfeeding.
Your visit
How treatment works at Nest Clinic
Pore analysis
Magnified imaging to classify pore type.
Doctor plan
Combination and number of sessions set.
Numbing
Topical cream for about 30 minutes.
Treatment
Potenza, micro-Xeomin or boosters as planned.
Aftercare
Calming care, sunscreen and pore-clear routine.
Medical reviewer · Medical Doctor
Dr. Hee-in Song
Dr. Song graduated from Seoul National University College of Medicine and is a member of Korean societies for laser, skin and hair medicine and aesthetic medicine. She focuses on skin-quality treatments — lasers, acne and pigmentation care. Nest Clinic is led entirely by women doctors, with one-to-one consultations.
Seoul National Univ. College of Medicine
Korean Society for Laser, Skin & Hair
Korean Society of Aesthetic Surgery
Korean Academy of Facial Filler
This page was medically reviewed by Dr. Hee-in Song in October 2026. It is for general information and does not replace an in-person diagnosis.
FAQ
Enlarged Pores questions, answered
Can pores be permanently shrunk?
No treatment permanently changes pore size, because oil production and ageing continue. Collagen-building treatments make pores look smaller for many months, and maintenance helps keep the result.
How many sessions will I need?
Most patients have about 3 Potenza sessions, 4 weeks apart. Micro-Xeomin is a single session repeated every 3–4 months if you like the result.
Does Potenza hurt?
We apply numbing cream first, so most people feel warmth and light prickling. It is usually well tolerated.
Can I fly home after treatment?
Yes. Redness from Potenza usually settles within 1–2 days, and flying is fine. Keep the skin moisturised on the plane and use sunscreen on arrival.
Will pore strips or toners shrink pores?
They may make pores look clearer briefly but do not change pore structure. Clinical treatment works on the collagen and oil that make pores appear large. For clogged pores, see skin congestion
care.
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Consultation
Refine your pores in Seoul
Send a close-up photo on WhatsApp for a first opinion in English, then book a pore analysis with our doctors.
Nest Clinic Gangnam · 4F–5F Seocho Building, 453 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
Sinnonhyeon Station Exit 7 · Gangnam Station Exit 10
Mon–Fri 10:00–20:00 · Sat 10:00–17:00 · Sun closed
Results differ from person to person. All medical procedures carry potential risks and side effects; a doctor will explain them before treatment. Information on this page is educational and not a substitute for a personal medical consultation.
