ROUTINE GUIDE
PORE RESET BUNDLE
A step-by-step guide to help you deeply cleanse, refine and reset congested skin from the comfort of home.
Watch Before You Begin
I recommend watching the tutorial below all the way through before performing the routine for the first time. I'll walk you through each step, explain why it matters and share my favorite professional tips along the way.
WHY THIS ROUTINE WORKS
Pores become congested for a simple reason: oil, dead skin, sunscreen, and sweat build up faster than your skin can clear on its own. That's not a flaw in your skin. It's just what skin does when it's asked to handle more than usual, especially in summer.
The instinct is to reach for something stronger, a harsher scrub, a higher percentage acid, more frequent exfoliation. But aggressive treatments often make congestion worse over time. They strip the skin, disrupt the barrier, and the skin responds by producing even more oil to protect itself. You end up caught in a cycle instead of solving the problem.
This routine works differently. Each step has one job, and they work in sequence so nothing is wasted. The oil loosens what's trapped. The tool helps release it. The wash clears everything away. The mask tightens and calms what's left. This is everything you could expect from a professional spa service.
THE ROUTINE:
STEP 1: PREP YOUR PORES
Dispense 2-3 pumps of the Cleansing Beauty Oil into dry hands and massage into the skin in cir... read more
Dispense 2-3 pumps of the Cleansing Beauty Oil into dry hands and massage into the skin in circular motions, focusing on areas where congestion tends to build (the nose, chin, and forehead). This softens dead skin cells and relaxes the pores, so everything that follows can really do its job.
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Wipe clean with a warm, damp washcloth. The warmth matters here, it helps the pores stay open for the next step.
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STEP 2: DECONGEST YOUR PORES
Use your Pore Press Tool immediately after the oil cleanse, while the skin is still soft. Hold... read more
Use your Pore Press Tool immediately after the oil cleanse, while the skin is still soft. Hold the skin taut with one hand on the forehead, around the nose, and on the chin, then gently glide the tool against your pores. It may take a few passes before you see oil plugs lifting. That's expected, not a sign you're doing something wrong.
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Caution: don't press hard enough to cause bruising. It's built for firmer areas. Only use on your nose, chin, and forehead.
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STEP 3: DEEP CLEAN
Once your pores have been cleared, follow with the Sea Silk Wash to deeply clean and revitaliz... read more
Once your pores have been cleared, follow with the Sea Silk Wash to deeply clean and revitalize your skin. This cleanses away everything the oil and tool just lifted, so the pores stay clear instead of reabsorbing what was drawn out.
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STEP 4: TIGHTEN & REPAIR
Apply a layer of the Marine Clay Mask to your face and neck and let it sit for about 10 minute... read more
Apply a layer of the Marine Clay Mask to your face and neck and let it sit for about 10 minutes. Press a warm, damp washcloth into the skin to loosen the mask before wiping clean, rather than scrubbing it off dry. Follow with your regular skincare routine for the day. This is the step where the pores get tightened and toned, and the barrier is supported rather than stripped.
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STEP 1: PREP YOUR PORES
Dispense 2-3 pumps of the Cleansing Beauty Oil into dry hands and massage into the skin in cir... read more
Dispense 2-3 pumps of the Cleansing Beauty Oil into dry hands and massage into the skin in circular motions, focusing on areas where congestion tends to build (the nose, chin, and forehead). This softens dead skin cells and relaxes the pores, so everything that follows can really do its job.
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Wipe clean with a warm, damp washcloth. The warmth matters here, it helps the pores stay open for the next step.
read less
STEP 2: DECONGEST YOUR PORES
Use your Pore Press Tool immediately after the oil cleanse, while the skin is still soft. Hold... read more
Use your Pore Press Tool immediately after the oil cleanse, while the skin is still soft. Hold the skin taut with one hand on the forehead, around the nose, and on the chin, then gently glide the tool against your pores. It may take a few passes before you see oil plugs lifting. That's expected, not a sign you're doing something wrong.
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Caution: don't press hard enough to cause bruising. It's built for firmer areas. Only use on your nose, chin, and forehead.
read less
STEP 3: DEEP CLEAN
Once your pores have been cleared, follow with the Sea Silk Wash to deeply clean and revitaliz... read more
Once your pores have been cleared, follow with the Sea Silk Wash to deeply clean and revitalize your skin. This cleanses away everything the oil and tool just lifted, so the pores stay clear instead of reabsorbing what was drawn out.
read less
STEP 4: TIGHTEN & REPAIR
Apply a layer of the Marine Clay Mask to your face and neck and let it sit for about 10 minute... read more
Apply a layer of the Marine Clay Mask to your face and neck and let it sit for about 10 minutes. Press a warm, damp washcloth into the skin to loosen the mask before wiping clean, rather than scrubbing it off dry. Follow with your regular skincare routine for the day. This is the step where the pores get tightened and toned, and the barrier is supported rather than stripped.
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WHILE YOU MASK...
While the mask is working, this is a good moment to slow down. In the video, I walk through a brief facial stretching and lymphatic massage sequence you can do while you wait. It only takes a few minutes, and it helps encourage circulation and drainage while the mask works its magic. Think of it as the part of the ritual that's for your inner cleansing.
COMMON MISTAKES
USING TOO MUCH PRESSURE
The Pore Press Tool works with a light, steady glide, not force. Pressing harder won't clear pores any faster, and it increases the risk of bruising or irritation. If you're unsure how much pressure to use, start lighter than you think you need to.
OVER-EXFOLIATING
It can be tempting to repeat this routine daily when you're dealing with congestion, but skin needs time to recover between sessions. Once or twice a week is enough for most people. Over-exfoliating disrupts the barrier and can lead to more oil production, not less.
SKIPPING THE OIL CLEANSE
The oil cleanse isn't an optional first step. It's what softens the congestion so the Pore Press Tool and Sea Silk Wash can actually do their job. Skipping it means the rest of the routine has to work much harder for a smaller result.
RUSHING THE ROUTINE
This routine is meant to be done slowly. Rushing the oil massage, the pore press, or the mask timing reduces how effective each step is. Set aside 15 to 20 min when you do this, and treat it as time for yourself, not just another task.
USING TOO MUCH PRESSURE
The Pore Press Tool works with a light, steady glide, not force. Pressing harder won't clear pores any faster, and it increases the risk of bruising or irritation. If you're unsure how much pressure to use, start lighter than you think you need to.
OVER-EXFOLIATING
It can be tempting to repeat this routine daily when you're dealing with congestion, but skin needs time to recover between sessions. Once or twice a week is enough for most people. Over-exfoliating disrupts the barrier and can lead to more oil production, not less.
SKIPPING THE OIL CLEANSE
The oil cleanse isn't an optional first step. It's what softens the congestion so the Pore Press Tool and Sea Silk Wash can actually do their job. Skipping it means the rest of the routine has to work much harder for a smaller result.
RUSHING THE ROUTINE
This routine is meant to be done slowly. Rushing the oil massage, the pore press, or the mask timing reduces how effective each step is. Set aside 15 to 20 min when you do this, and treat it as time for yourself, not just another task.
Shelly's Final Thoughts
Give it a few cycles before you judge the results. Pay attention to how your skin feels, not just how it looks. That's usually the first thing to change.
I'm so glad you're here.
With love, Shelly