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There are dozens (pun intended) of egg-white and egg-yolk-infused recipes for your hair and skin on Pinterest.
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Heres why eggs are so damn good for your hair and skin.
Plus, I tested a few DIY beauty recipes and egg-centric product picks to hop on the trend.
Whereas the yolk has hydrating properties, the white is all about keeping your skin clear.
It can also be used to brighten and tighten skin, according to King.
Its often used in skin products for its instant firming effects.
It also provides a gloss to both skin and hair, she says.
Eggshells are great sources of minerals, particularly calcium, King tells SELF.
And calcium is important in skin moisturization.
“[It] has the ability to draw oil out from pores, Sobel tells SELF.
But hygiene, a bit questionable.
You must use up the egg right awayonce its opened, youre looking at potential bacteria growth.
Indulge immediately, King tells SELF.
So think about your space before you DIYand if your partner would be into eggshells strewn everywhere.
I wanted to ensure I used a face mask that was easy to make.
The combination promised brighter skin and tighter pores.
This stuff drips easily.
Plus, its made of hypoallergenic microfiber, so it feels really nice on your face.
But the caveat, of course, is the big mess I caused in my kitchen.
Its mix of proteins is derived from egg yolk, so it has that same sheen-inducing effect.
Its a little pricey, but a little bottle goes alongway.
Its too much for me.
However, Id recommend Tony Molys Egg Pore Blackhead Steam Balm ($18,sephora.com).
The potent, affordable formula is as effectiveif not more so than my DIY egg white mask attempt.
Oh, and the packaging is so freaking adorable.
I was not about to apply one of those membranes to a PMS-related zitI have myacne stickersfor that.
However, this is an area that beauty companies are starting to experiment with.
I tested the pricey anti-aging treatment myself, and its freaking amazing.
