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Egg White Face Masks: 10 DIY Recipes and Uses

DIY egg white mask for face

For different types of skin people can use egg whites as an ingredient in face masks. Though there is no scientific evidence to support the clear benefits of egg whites for the skin, eggs are a common staple of DIY skin care.

Protein is the main nutritional component of egg white. One large egg contains 3.7 grams of protein.

For treating non-threatening skin conditions like acne and blackheads home remedies are an option. The natural products are much safer than chemicals. Egg whites are a healthy way to add nutrients to our skin, and help dry and exfoliate the area on which we have blackheads. Egg white has also been shown to help reduce skin discoloration resulting from acne.

By using of egg white face masks believe that this protein has skin-tightening effects and have ability to absorb excess oil from the skin.

Some people also believe that egg whites contain vitamins and minerals that can helpful for the skin’s overall appearance. However, egg whites contain few more nutrients other than protein.

It is important to note that the skin acts as a wall to protect the rest of our body. egg whites could limit the many small particles, such as vitamins and minerals that the body absorbs when a person applies egg whites to the outer layer of skin.

Benefits of Egg White Face Mask

Skin Tightening

Soon after you’ve applied an egg white face mask on your face feel your skin start to tighten. Usually this effect lasts for about an hour after you’ve rinsed the mask off, giving your face a healthy glow and diminishing the look of fine lines. Some people consider its effects are similar to a short-term facelift. Eggs whites are helpful in tighten pores and, once rinsed, remove dead skin cells.

Oil-Blotting

Egg whites can draw oil from the pores and tighten the skin. Face mask of oatmeal, honey and egg white to cleanse, exfoliate and firm the skin.

Whitehead Remover

Whiteheads are pores that are blocked with oil and other wreckage. Egg white face masks with some drops of lemon will help remove whiteheads, while the protein in the egg whites helps to heal and nourish skin.

Why Egg White So Good for Skin?

Egg white is great source for tightening and toning skin. It works surprise for greasy skin by decrease large pores on the skin surface, thereby reducing excess sebum

Eggs are not the only edible ingredient that we can add to face masks to improve our skin. There are some foods that people may use in an egg white face mask include:

  • olive oil
  • honey
  • coconut oil
  • plain yogurt
  • aloe Vera

Here are some egg white face masks that are useful to you.

Homemade Egg White Face Mask DIY Recipes, Uses and Benefits

diy egg white mask for face

1. Egg white face mask for oily skin

This mask is supposedly ideal for oily skin. Lemon juice in this mask can have antibacterial properties

Preparation

  • Add one egg white
  • Juice of half a lemon

Method

Mix the mixture together thoroughly until the mixture becomes foamy.

Apply

  • Wash face with warm water.
  • Mix together and apply a thin layer on the skin Avoid the eye area
  • Leave on for 10-12 minutes.
  • Rinse off with warm water.
  • Repeat twice in a week

2. Tightening egg white mask for anti aging

This face mask  is useful in nourish the skin while also helpful for tightening the pores, ideal for combination skin.

Preparation

  • Add one egg white
  • 1 teaspoon (tsp) of lemon juice
  • 1 tsp of honey

Method

  • Beat an egg white until the mixture becomes foamy, and then mix lemon juice and honey.
  • Wash face with warm water.

Apply

  • Apply the mask on face by using a fan brush or cotton pad.
  • Leave on the skin for 12-15 minutes.
  • Rinse the skin with warm water.

Anyone who experiences any irritation after applying a mask containing lemon juice should remove the mask immediately.

3. Egg white nourishing face mask

This face mask is useful for those with very dry skin.

Preparation

  • One egg white
  • Six to seven grapes

Method

Place egg white and grapes in a blender and blend until the mixture become smooth.

Apply

  • Wash face with warm water.
  • Apply the mask on face by using a fan brush or cotton pad.
  • Leave on the skin for 12-15 minutes.
  • Rinse the skin with warm water.

For this mask, it may be best to use grapes with seeds, as crushing these seeds can release potentially beneficial grape-seed oil. The mixture should take on a frothy appearance.

4. Skin-lightening egg white face mask

This face mask is helpful in discolorations and dark spots caused by acne!

Preparation

  • 1 teaspoon orange juice
  • 1 egg white
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder

Method

Place the egg white and orange juice in a small mixing bowl and whisk until it becomes creamy.

Add in turmeric powder and mix carefully. Make sure the mixture is not too soft.

Apply

  • Apply the mixture to your face and massage in a circular motion, allowing it to go under deep into your skin
  • Keep it on for 15-20 minutes wash you face and apply moisturizer
  • Olive oil is a perfect natural moisturizer apply 3-4 drops of it

5. Soothing egg white & chamomile mask

Preparation

  • 1 egg white
  • 1 teaspoon aloe vera gel
  • 1 teaspoon chamomile tea

Method

Mix ingredients in a small bowl and whisk well.

Apply

  • Apply the paste on face
  • Let it dry naturally.
  • Rinse off with plain water.

The aloe vera gel and chamomile tea calm inflammation and redness.

Note: Do not use this face mask on sunburned skin. Only use it on slight irritation or heat-induced inflammation.

6. Egg white Anti-aging eye mask

Preparation

  • 1 egg white
  • 1 tablespoon finely shredded carrot
  • 1 teaspoon aloe vera gel

Method

  • Combine egg white, carrot and aloe Vera gel in a small bowl
  • Beat mixture together and whisk well

Apply

  • Apply the mask on face by using a fan brush or cotton pad.
  • Leave on the skin for 12-15 minutes.
  • Rinse the skin with plain water.

7. Egg white de-puff eye mask

Preparation

  • 1 egg white
  • 2 teaspoons coffee grounds

Method

  • Combine the coffee and egg white in a small bowl
  • Mix ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.

Apply

  • Apply mask with the help of the brush, on face, around and under the eyes. Avoid the eyelids because you don’t want to get it in your eyes.
  • Leave on the skin for 10-12 minutes.
  • Use wet towel to gently clean off the mask. Apply moisturizer.

8. Exfoliating egg white mask for oily skin

Preparation

  • 1 egg white
  • 1 teaspoon raw honey
  • Ground oats or flour

Method

  • Beat egg white and whisk well
  • Mix ground oats or flour until you have a paste.

Apply

  • Apply on face (avoid the eyes) and massage paste gently into skin.
  • Leave mask for 10-12 minutes
  • Wash with warm water.

9. Pore cleansing egg white mask

Preparation

  • 1 egg white
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch

Method

Mix ingredients in a bowl together

Apply

  • Apply to face.
  • Leave mask for 15 to 20 minutes, then peel off the mask slowly.
  • Rinse with warm water.
  • Apply aloe Vera gel to any sensitive areas.

10. Anti-aging egg white face mask

Preparation

  • 1 egg white
  • 1 tsp plain organic yogurt
  • 1 tsp raw organic honey

Method

  • Beat egg white and whisk well
  • Mix organic yogurt and the raw honey well.

Apply

  • Apply to face.
  • Leave mask for 15 to 20 minutes when you feel your skin tightening up
  • Rinse the mask with plain water. Apply moisturizer.

This is a excellent mask to do before applying makeup as it smooth’s out the “canvas” of your face.

Tips for using an egg white face mask

Although there are many different types of egg white face mask, these mask should only ever apply on freshly cleansed skin. You should also ensure that wash your hands carefully before and after handling the egg whites.

While it is possible that these at-home products may enhance the skin, it is important to remember that there is a lack of reliable scientific evidence to support their effectiveness and safety.

An allergic reaction

It goes without saying that people shouldn’t eat eggs if they have a known allergy to egg whites, but they shouldn’t apply them topically either. Depending on the severity of their allergy, they could experience symptoms such as severe itchiness, rash, irritation, and breathing difficulties from using egg whites on their face.