Egg face mask for blackheads

Acne or acne is a cosmetic defect that brings a person a lot of unpleasant sensations, spoils the appearance and gives rise to many complexes. In severe cases, treatment by a dermatologist cannot be avoided, but in case of minor skin lesions, you can turn to home cosmetology methods that will relieve unpleasant symptoms with products found in every kitchen. One of the methods for treating acne is an egg face mask for blackheads.

The best recipes for masks against blackheads are described in a separate article. And the rating of ways to get rid of them is here.

Types of acne

Acne affects areas of the body with an increased number of sebaceous glands - face, chest, back. When hair follicles are blocked, either inflammatory elements (ulcers, nodules) or non-inflammatory elements develop - comedones (blackheads) and milia (whiteheads). Such rashes do not cause any unpleasant sensations (there is no itching or purulent contents), but the aesthetics of the appearance leaves much to be desired. Traditional medicine offers an excellent remedy for the skin - an ordinary chicken egg.

Cosmetic "benefits" in the composition

The tandem of yolk and white, when added to homemade masks, turns into an endless source of benefits.

Vitamin A. This is the first element in the fight against acne. It gives healing, smoothes aging skin, completely eliminating fine wrinkles.
Vitamin B2. Responsible for the unity of the texture of the epidermis.
Vitamin B5. Participates in protein, fat and carbohydrate metabolism of cells. Dr. Roger Williams, who first synthesized pantothenic acid, claimed that it could prolong life.
Vitamin B12. Eliminates dullness of the face. Once on the skin, this vitamin helps retain moisture in it, thus protecting it from premature fading.
Vitamin D. Increases the elasticity of the skin, stimulates cells to produce collagen, which resists wrinkles. Moreover, this element suppresses inflammatory processes associated with acne.
Vitamin N. Protects against harmful environmental influences. Fights dermatitis and inhibits the formation of excessive dry skin.
Vitamin RR. Keeps the face smooth, even, increasing blood circulation. It is an active participant in the synthesis of collagen and elastin.
Iron. Provides body tissues with oxygen.
Iodine. Increases blood flow, relieves rashes on the face, heals, promotes cell regeneration.
Selenium. Removes excess free radicals, which only bring old age to the skin, so this microelement is the keeper of youth.

Benefits of egg ingredients for skin

The egg has good bactericidal and anti-inflammatory agents, contains useful vitamins and minerals, thanks to which the regenerating properties of the epidermis are improved, and dead particles of the epithelium are actively exfoliated.

The versatility and accessibility of the product allows you to prepare an egg face mask that improves skin quality with:

light whitening;
smoothing shallow wrinkles;
narrowing enlarged pores;
rejuvenating effect;
cleansing pores.

Contraindications and possible harm

The only contraindication to the use of eggs for cosmetic purposes is individual intolerance. However, it is worth considering that an allergy to the composition may occur when other ingredients are added to it (for example, essential oils).

Under no circumstances should masks be washed off with hot water: boiling water changes the structure of the protein and it coagulates. A liquid with a temperature of 18–20 °C is suitable for washing.

For very dry facial skin, using products with protein is not recommended.

Benefits of egg ingredients for acne treatment

Both time-tested alternative medicine and modern specialists - dermatologists and cosmetologists for the treatment of acne often offer patients egg masks, which have truly wonderful properties due to the chemical composition of the egg.

Component of egg white	Effect on the body
Conalbumin	Bactericidal properties
Lysozyme	Natural antibiotic that stops inflammation
Amino acids	Promotes regeneration of epidermal cells
Complete set of B vitamins	Increase blood circulation, prevent acne
Zinc, sulfur	Regulate hormones, strengthen immunity

A mask with egg white will relieve inflammation and remove excess sebum. Due to the tightening effect, the protein will “draw out” comedones and help narrow the pores, preventing exfoliated epithelial scales from getting into them.

How do egg masks work?

The egg contains many vitamins and microelements. Protein contains:

Vitamin B – soothes inflammation and irritated skin;
lysozyme – pore cleaner.

Egg white owes its bactericidal properties to albumin. Due to the content of vitamins A, PP, K, unsaturated fatty acids, beta-carotene, amino acids, enzymes, it fights excess sebum.

The yolk contains:

retinol – saturates with moisture;
lecithin – activates the immune system;
vitamin D – slows down aging;
sodium, iron and calcium.

Yolk is more suitable for dry skin.

Basic mask – base against blackheads

There are many recipes for medicinal masks using whipped egg whites with fruits, nuts, and herbal supplements. The accompanying therapeutic result - whitening, drying, cleansing - depends on the set of components. Most acne face mask recipes use one protein base.

Method of preparation and use:

Carefully separate the egg whites into a non-metallic bowl.
Beat into a stable, non-falling foam.
Remove makeup, apply whipped egg white, dry for 2 minutes.
Consistently apply 3 layers of the mixture, leave for a therapeutic effect for 15 minutes.
Remove the mixture with water at room temperature.

A protein mask for blackheads can be used daily until the inflammation and oiliness of the skin decreases. Then continue the procedures once every 10 days.

Recommendations for using funds

Cosmetologists recommend using egg white masks 1-2 times a week, but it is recommended to adhere to the following tips:

To have a positive effect from using such products, you must first cleanse your face.
It is recommended to apply the mixture with specially designed cosmetic brushes or clean fingertips.
It is better to wash off masks with warm water using a cotton pad, gauze, or cosmetic wipes.
After completing 10 procedures, you need to take a break, as the sebaceous glands may disrupt their work.

If you follow these simple rules, a positive result will become noticeable after using several masks.

Therapeutic face masks made from eggs

To remove comedones and get a bonus - an additional positive result, you need to add other components to the protein base. You can find the rating of home and store-bought remedies for blackheads here.

Egg mask for blackheads with sugar

Recommended for inflamed skin with excessive sebum production. Beat egg white with 1 tbsp. l. sugar, with light pats, apply the mixture in 2 steps: the first layer until completely dry, the second until the fingertips stop sticking to the face. After 15 minutes, remove the mixture and use a low-fat cream.

Whitening egg mask for acne

To prepare a composition that will help eliminate excessive pigmentation (freckles, residual acne spots), add 1 tsp to the base protein base. lemon juice and beat again. Apply to cleansed skin, after 15 minutes wash and apply cream. You can use the composition every other day until the color of age spots evens out.

Purifying protein face mask

The composition has good cleansing and drying properties. To obtain a medicinal mixture, add 1 tbsp to the base protein base. l. any flour (preferably rice, potato, oatmeal), apply to a pre-steamed face. After a quarter of an hour, remove the mixture with mineral water and use a low-fat cream.

Film masks against blackheads

Film masks differ from regular ones in that they do not require washing - they should be removed or rolled up from bottom to top. They are characterized by a particularly noticeable result, since when removing the mask, dirt is “pulled out” from the pores. The effect of film masks is visible after the first procedure. When applying film masks, the following rules must be observed:

After applying the film compositions, you should not talk or laugh, so as not to strain your facial muscles. The product should harden on a relaxed face.
Before applying, you need to steam your face to open the pores.
The consistency of the mask should be dense so that it can be removed in one piece and not in pieces.
Do not apply the medication to the orbital area of the eyes.

Film mask for blackheads made from protein with gelatin

1 tsp. gelatin pour 1 tbsp. l. hot water, let swell for 5 minutes. After swelling, pour the gelatin into the prepared protein base. Apply to face, let dry, then carefully remove film.

Miracle face mask for blackheads

1 tsp. gelatin pour 1 tbsp. l. hot water, add 1 tsp. liquid honey. Add the resulting mixture to the base protein mask. Apply to face, after 20 minutes carefully remove the film. This composition not only cleanses pores, but also disinfects and nourishes the skin. A mask with added honey is not recommended for people with allergies to bee products.

Protein for blackheads with aloe juice

Beat 1 egg white with 1 tbsp. l. aloe juice into a strong foam. 1 tsp. dissolve gelatin in 1 tbsp. l. hot water, add to the whipped egg white. Apply to the face for 15 minutes, then carefully roll the film from bottom to top.

Contraindications to the use of egg white masks

Cosmetic mixtures, the main component of which are eggs, cannot be used if:

the skin is prone to irritation and hypersensitivity;
there is a predisposition to peeling;
there are inflammations, pustular formations, tumors on the face;
I have egg intolerance.

The effectiveness of homemade cosmetics will directly depend on the regularity and correct use of masks.

Features of using protein masks

Despite the simplicity of the composition, there are cases when therapeutic masks with egg whites require compliance with simple rules. Egg masks for blackheads (regular or film) require a certain course of treatment:

The mask is applied only to oily areas of the skin.
Action time: no more than 20 minutes.
The course of treatment is 10 procedures. You can resume treatment after a 10-day break.
When treating blackheads, you should not use homemade protein-based scrubs.

Basic tips for making masks

To maximize the effect, it is recommended to follow a few cooking tips:

Do not use store-bought products, but homemade ones. It has many more useful substances and components.
To make it easier to separate eggs into whites and yolks, use special funnels.
To ensure a uniform consistency of the egg white, beat it for 4-5 minutes with a mixer or blender.
Take all products fresh.

You cannot prepare masks in advance and store them in the refrigerator. An egg is a good nutrient medium for microorganisms, so if you use it in a stale form, you can provoke the occurrence of inflammatory processes on the skin.

Use of quail eggs

Quail eggs are great for fighting blackheads. They contain many useful substances that have a positive effect on the human body. Quail eggs are even superior to chicken eggs in the amount of vitamins, which is why they are often used to treat acne and comedones. To prepare medicinal products with quail eggs, beat the white and yolk together.

Mask “Clean Skin”

Compound:

Quail egg – 1 pc.;
1 tsp. pomegranate juice;
5 g marigolds (calendula).

Chop the marigold flower, beat with egg and freshly squeezed ripe pomegranate juice. Apply to the skin in layers, without touching the orbital area of the eyes, each time waiting for the previous layer to dry. After 20 minutes, remove the mixture with warm water, then wash with cold water to reduce pores.

Any disease is easier to prevent than to treat. To prevent the appearance of acne, you need careful daily facial care, the use of high-quality cosmetics, and a healthy lifestyle. You should not use oil-containing cosmetics, which contribute to clogging of pores and the formation of comedones. Smoking and alcohol spoil the complexion and provoke skin problems. Fast food adds extra pounds and acne from excessively fatty foods.

At the slightest sign of acne and comedones, you should not try to squeeze them out - this will lead to a deterioration in the condition of your facial skin. To begin with, you can use traditional medicine recipes, one of which is the use of a mask against blackheads with an egg - after all, our grandmothers and great-grandmothers were treated this way. And if the recipes have survived to this day, that means they work!

Why do blackheads appear on the face?

Very often, blackheads are confused with blackheads or pimples. But this is not true, in medicine this formation has its own name - open comedones (see reference book). As a rule, they form on the nose, forehead and chin, causing many problems. If bacteria penetrate the comedones, an inflammatory process begins, and then they turn into purulent pimples.

This problem occurs not only in women, but also in men. There are several reasons for the formation of blackheads:

improper facial skin care;
unbalanced diet;
increased hormone levels.

The main reason is still inadequate care. It is necessary to carefully select skin care products and use them regularly. Don't think that it's too expensive; home methods are very effective in this case. They can be used not only to combat blackheads, but also for prevention.

Poor nutrition also leaves its mark. Eating fatty, fried foods increases cholesterol levels in the body and enhances the functioning of the sebaceous glands. You should saturate your diet with all kinds of vitamins, give up flour and sweets in favor of plant foods.

An experienced endocrinologist will help you adjust your hormone levels. To do this, it is necessary to undergo tests, based on the results of which therapy will be prescribed.

There are several reasons for the appearance of blackheads; of course, they need to be dealt with. There are several effective home methods to combat this problem.

Provoking factors of blackheads

When the skin produces sebaceous secretion in excess, bacteria begin to actively multiply in places where it accumulates. The sebum itself oxidizes under the influence of oxygen, taking on a dark color. As a result of this process, not only spots appear, but also inflammatory processes often occur, leading to the formation of acne.

The active functioning of the sebaceous glands is affected by the following external and internal factors:

unhealthy food;
taking hormonal medications;
hormonal surges;
endocrine disorders.

In most cases, the hormonal system is to blame for the malfunction of the glands, causing malfunctions. However, alcohol, smoking and all foods considered harmful also provoke excess sebum production. This mainly applies to spicy and fatty foods.

Reviews

Alina: “I used all the masks listed. The resulting net effect lasted only a couple of weeks, after which I had to start over. I changed my tactics: I thoroughly wash off my makeup with cold water and eat only the right foods. And I don’t need any masks anymore.”
Tamara: “Clay is a very effective remedy in itself, and in combination with protein it generally works wonders. I tried it only once, and for a month now I haven’t seen any dots. Cheap, effective and fast."
Irina: “Egg masks are my passion. I love experimenting with them, because the effect from them is always quite high. I am constantly adding to my collection of recipes and experimenting. I recently tried the original recipe with yolk, cottage cheese and glycerin. Mixed everything and applied. The mask turned out soft and tender. After washing it off, my skin became not only clean, but also velvety to the touch.”
Ksyusha: “My beloved always scolds me because of blackheads. They even had a fight with him. Frustrated, I went online. And here there were so many simple and interesting recipes. And I thought that dots could be removed only after a cosmetic procedure... All in all. I tried the simplest recipe using protein and milk. The face has already changed! And how happy the beloved is! Today we’re going to a restaurant.”

A gelatin mask with charcoal for blackheads is also popular. If spots have already appeared, don’t worry - just make a couple of simple masks from natural products - and you’re done: your face will make you happy again. In order to prevent the appearance of blackheads on the face, it is necessary to carefully and promptly remove makeup from the face. If the procedure is performed quickly, cosmetic residues can clog the pores, forming comedones. You may also want information on how to get rid of closed comedones. You can also try a pimple and blackhead cream. Treatment of closed comedones is described here.