Introduction
Dewytree might not yet be a household name on every vanity but among skincare devotees it enjoys a quiet cult status for uncomplicated formulas that aim to make skin look like, well, dewy trees. The Korean brand has a knack for turning botanicals into user friendly treatments and my experience with its latest launch suggests it has stayed true to that mission.
The product in question, Miracle Pore Minimizing Serum, arrives with a title that practically dares texture issues to disappear. Dewytree promises a multitasking blend of tea tree and peppermint extracts to purify, hyaluronic acid to plump, vitamin A to firm, papain to resurface and olive oil to cushion the moisture barrier. In short, clearer pores, smoother skin and better bounce are all on the menu.
I spent a full two weeks massaging this serum into freshly cleansed toned skin morning and night to see if the Miracle lives up to its claims and whether it deserves a slot in your routine and budget.
What is Miracle Pore Minimizing Serum?
Miracle Pore Minimizing Serum is a water based pore treatment from Dewytree designed to address the look of enlarged pores while supporting overall skin health. Pore treatments sit between basic hydration products and targeted exfoliants; they aim to keep follicles clear, refine skin texture and reduce the visual shadow that makes pores appear bigger. This particular formula does so with a blend of familiar actives and gentle hydrators.
The serum relies on tea tree leaf and peppermint extracts for their purifying qualities, pairing them with papain, an enzyme that loosens built up dead cells. Hyaluronic acid delivers moisture deeper into the epidermis, vitamin A lends a mild firming effect and olive oil seals everything in with a light occlusive layer. Used after cleansing and toning, it is meant to create a smoother surface, improve elasticity and reinforce the moisture barrier without the sting often associated with stronger acids or retinoids.
In short, Miracle Pore Minimizing Serum is positioned as an everyday treatment for those who notice texture irregularities but do not want to overhaul their routine with aggressive exfoliators. It promises moderate exfoliation, balanced hydration and a cleaner pore environment, all in a single step.
Did it work?
In the name of science I parked my usual pore refiner for three days before starting the trial, which felt very official considering the entire experiment took place in my bathroom. Fourteen days seemed like a fair window to judge any real change, so I stuck to the brand’s advice and smoothed two pumps over still-damp skin every morning and again before bed.
Day one offered that fleeting tea tree tingle I associate with a clarifying step, but no redness or tightness followed. By the fourth application my T-zone looked marginally less shiny toward midday, a small win considering the sticky early summer weather. The serum layered cleanly under sunscreen and makeup, never pilling, and at night it played nicely with my lightweight gel moisturizer.
The first real checkpoint came at the one-week mark. Under bright bathroom lights pores around my nose appeared a touch softer at the edges but certainly not erased. The biggest difference I noticed was in texture: the tiny bumps along my jaw felt smoother when I ran a fingertip across them. I give credit here to papain gently nudging off dead cells without the drama of a grainy scrub. Still, any firming promised by the vitamin A felt elusive. My cheeks looked the same, neither plumper nor more lifted.
Heading into week two I hoped for a cumulative payoff. Oil control stayed consistent and I did not experience a single clogged pore, which felt impressive considering the city pollution levels that usually trigger at least one stubborn whitehead. Yet the overall pore size reduction plateaued. By day fourteen my skin looked clearer and more even, just not transformed. Friends commented that my complexion seemed “fresher,” a compliment I will happily accept, but the serum stopped short of the near-airbrushed effect its name implies.
So did it work? Partially. It kept congestion at bay, delivered light hydration and lent a smoother feel but it did not rewrite my pore genetics. I appreciated the steady, non-irritating results however the improvements were too subtle for me to retire my current treatment. I will finish the bottle because wasting good skincare feels wrong, and I would recommend it to anyone seeking gentle maintenance rather than dramatic change.
Miracle pore minimizing serum’s main ingredients explained
The first splash of hydration comes from water, butylene glycol and glycerin which act as classic humectants, pulling moisture into the upper layers of skin so it looks instantly fresher. Glycereth-26 and methyl gluceth-20 extend that dewy feeling without leaving a greasy aftertouch, a nice touch for combination skin that fears heaviness.
The star purifiers are tea tree leaf extract and peppermint leaf extract. Tea tree delivers its well documented antimicrobial punch that helps keep breakout-causing bacteria in check while peppermint offers a cool, transient tingle that can calm a warm T-zone and slightly boost microcirculation. Both are present as extracts plus a pinch of peppermint oil so sensitive noses will catch a faint herbal note with each application.
Papain, an enzyme derived from papaya, provides the serum’s exfoliating engine. Instead of scrubbing away dead cells it digests the protein bonds that keep them glued to the surface which is why texture feels smoother after a week. Because enzymes work at the skin’s natural pH the risk of irritation is lower than with stronger acids yet daily use still inches cell turnover forward.
Next is the hydration and plumpness duo. Sodium hyaluronate (a salt form of hyaluronic acid) in the formula’s so-called Hyaluronic Acid Prism promises multi-weight molecules that sit at different depths, giving a short-term bounce and longer-term moisture retention. Hydrogenated lecithin helps ferry those water-loving molecules a bit deeper so the payoff lasts past lunch.
Vitamin A appears as beta-carotene rather than a prescription-strength retinoid. That means gentler cell renewal and a soft firming effect over time yet the presence of any vitamin A derivative triggers the usual pregnancy caution. Expectant or breastfeeding users should always speak with a physician before adding active products.
Olive fruit oil rounds out the formula by laying down a thin occlusive seal that keeps hydration trapped. It scores roughly a 2 on the comedogenic scale so very clog-prone skins might want to patch test first. Comedogenic simply means an ingredient has the potential to block pores and trigger blemishes in some individuals.
The supporting cast includes acetyl hexapeptide-8, nicknamed the “botox-like” peptide, which can relax the look of expression lines when used consistently. Chlorphenesin and caprylyl glycol offer preservation so the serum stays stable and mold free while sclerotium gum and xanthan gum give the fluid its silky glide.
No animal-derived materials appear on the INCI list so the formula reads as vegetarian and likely vegan friendly although Dewytree does not carry an official certification. Fragrance sits near the end of the list so most users will experience only a light herbal scent. There are no obvious drying alcohols, parabens or mineral oil, making the serum broadly compatible with balanced to mildly sensitive skin types.
Overall the ingredient deck balances gentle exfoliation, water binding humectants and a modest occlusive layer. That cocktail explains why the serum smooths and lightly hydrates without tipping skin into either desert dry or slick territory.
What I liked/didn’t like
Here is a quick snapshot of the pros and cons after two weeks of use.
What works well:
- Lightweight texture sinks in fast and layers cleanly under both sunscreen and makeup
- Tea tree and peppermint help keep congestion and midday shine in check without causing dryness
- Papain offers gentle daily smoothing so skin feels softer and looks a touch more even by the one week mark
What to consider:
- Pore size looks slightly refined but not dramatically smaller which may leave results seekers wanting more
- Vitamin A is present as beta carotene so firming benefits are mild and will require patience
- Price sits in the mid range and may feel high for those expecting a stronger transformation
My final thoughts
Miracle Pore Minimizing Serum earns a respectable 7.5/10 in my ledger. It behaves exactly like a conscientious daily pore treatment should: quiet, polite and reliably helpful. If your goals involve keeping oil in check, smoothing fledgling texture and generally preventing small bumps from turning into larger dramas, this fits the brief. Expect subtle refinement rather than a magic camera filter effect and you will be happy enough to finish the bottle. I would recommend it to friends with combination or mildly congested skin who value steady progress and dislike aggressive actives. If, however, you are chasing a overnight blurring moment or need heavy duty pore shrinkage, you will likely crave something punchier.
After years of testing similar formulas I feel confident saying the market offers a spectrum of options at every intensity and price. Poreless Perfection Serum by Deascal is my favourite all rounder, serving noticeable tightness and clarity for all skin types at a wallet friendly cost. For those who prefer the swipe of a liquid, Paula’s Choice Pore-Reducing Toner delivers dependable niacinamide powered refinement without fuss. Texture seekers wanting a slightly stronger cocktail might gravitate to StriVectin’s Super Shrink Pore Minimizing Serum which pairs BHA with firming peptides for a quicker visual payoff. If gentle acids in a hydrating base are more your speed, Dr.Jart+’s Pore Remedy PHA Exfoliating Serum stays kind to sensitive skin while nudging cell turnover forward. I have rotated through each of these in real routines and can vouch for their performance.
Before you dash to checkout a few housekeeping notes. Always patch test new skincare on a discreet spot first, sorry to sound like an over protective parent. Give any pore treatment at least a few weeks of consistent use to judge results and remember improvements soften once you stop applying. Good skin maintenance, like good habits, only sticks if you keep at it.