In this Smash or Pass, I’m going through the Poremizing line from SKIN1004 and rating each product based on what actually matters: acne-safe formulation, oil control, and whether it helps minimize the look of pores without wrecking your skin. This whole line is marketed for pore-minimizing, so I focused on ingredients, texture, and who it’s best for—especially if you’re oily, combo, or acne-prone. My top pick from the entire line is the Poremizing Fresh Ampoule—non-comedogenic, packed with nine peptides, and it genuinely helps control oil better than their other ampoules (and yes, SKIN1004 ampoules are usually chef’s kiss). The Deep Cleansing Foam is my one “pass”—not because it’s bad, but because I prefer a more minimal ingredient list for foaming cleansers, and I think it’s better suited for normal to combo skin. The Clear Toner is a smash if texture and pores are your main concern since it has the most exfoliants (DHA, AHA, PHA, LHA) plus Centella for soothing—use a cotton pad. The Quick Clay Stick is another smash for oil control with four clays and minimal ingredients. The Light Gel Cream is a smash with a caveat: lightweight, brightening (niacinamide + adenosine), but spot test if you’re sensitive to algae-derived ingredients—especially if you’re acne-prone.