Dilated Skin Pores

If you've noticed pores on your face that's large and never seem to close up, no matter what you try, it's likely what's called dilated pores, a common benign growth. It sometimes doesn't respond to typical pore-minimizing skincare, but it's straightforward to manage once it's confirmed. We take a look to confirm what it is before talking through removal.

A dilated pore, sometimes called a dilated pore of Winer, is a benign skin growth that looks like a single, large, open pore, often with a plug of keratin visible at the surface. It's a distinct, harmless growth that tends to appear on the face, especially in older adults, and slowly increases in size over time. It doesn't resolve with skincare, extractions, or typical pore treatments, since it's a structural growth rather than a clogged pore.

A dilated pore is often mistaken for an enlarged pore or blackhead, so confirming what it actually is matters before treatment. Our board-certified dermatologists identify it directly and remove it cleanly, so you're not stuck trying skincare that was never going to work on it in the first place.