That claim is partly true—but often misunderstood.
Washing your face with Salt water can have some mild benefits, but it does not “deeply cleanse pores” in the way people imagine.
🧠 What salt water can do
- Has mild antibacterial properties
- Can help reduce surface oil
- May temporarily dry out small pimples
👉 So it can feel like your skin is “cleaner.”
❌ What it does not do
- Doesn’t actually clean inside pores deeply
- Won’t remove blackheads or unclog pores effectively
- Doesn’t treat acne at the root cause
⚠️ Downsides to be aware of
- Can dry out and irritate your skin
- May damage the skin barrier if used often
- Can make sensitive skin worse
✅ If you still want to try it
- Use very diluted salt water (not strong)
- Limit to occasional use, not daily
- Rinse with clean water and moisturize afterward
🧴 What works better for pores
- Gentle cleansers
- Ingredients like salicylic acid
- Consistent skincare routine
🧾 Bottom line
Salt water can lightly cleanse the surface, but it’s not a deep pore treatment—and overusing it can do more harm than good.
If you tell me your skin type (oily, dry, acne-prone), I can suggest a simple routine that actually works.
