Is it really effective to clean blackheads with boiled eggs?

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Blackheads on the face are an obsession for many people. Among many methods to remove acne, there is one method that does not cause damage to the skin that many women whisper to each other, which is "the method of cleaning blackheads with hard-boiled eggs". So is this method really effective in treating blackheads?

1. Why can eggs treat blackheads?

Blackheads are characterized by small, slightly raised bumps from the surface of the skin and are dark in color. Although not causing pain or inflammation, swelling, redness like other types of acne, blackheads that are not cleaned properly can still become inflamed and progress to cysts or pustules.
Therefore, many people look to different methods to treat blackheads and one of them is to clean blackheads with boiled eggs with the advantage of painless and limited damage to skin cells.
According to research by scientists, the inside of chicken eggs contains a lot of Protein, Collagen, Vitamin A, Vitamin B... has the effect of maintaining skin moisture, anti-oxidant, reducing wrinkles and slowing down the aging process. natural skin aging process. Besides, chicken eggs also contain lysozyme enzymes, which have the ability to kill acne-causing bacteria, remove sebum to help clear acne and skin pores.
So cleaning blackheads with boiled eggs or treating blackheads with egg whites is applied by many women to bring back shiny, smooth white skin. However, the effect from the treatment of blackheads from chicken eggs is only temporary and the level of success depends on the location of each person.

2. Method to clean blackheads with boiled eggs

Treating blackheads in the nose with boiled eggs is an extremely simple method to help remove acne kernels, shrink pores and reduce inflammation effectively.
This method you can apply every day without worrying about skin irritation. Besides the treatment effect, boiled eggs are also effective in preventing blackheads from coming back.

Method to clean blackheads with hard-boiled eggs:
After boiled eggs, peel off the shell while the eggs are still hot; Then wrap the shelled egg in a clean thin towel and roll it over the acne-prone skin; Proceed to roll on the acne skin until the egg cools completely. In addition to the method of cleaning blackheads with boiled eggs, the nutrients in fresh eggs can be applied directly to the skin, thereby providing nutrients to help the skin recover and heal the scars left by acne.
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3. Some other methods of treating blackheads with eggs

3.1. The method of treating blackheads with egg whites This method is relatively simple, but the results are also very surprising. First, beat an egg white to a cotton ball, then proceed to apply it directly to the blackhead affected area or the entire face. Maintain this egg white mask for about 15-20 minutes or until it dries, then wash your face with warm water.
3.2. The method of treating blackheads with egg whites and lemon juice Lemon is considered an effective acne treatment because it contains many natural acids, especially when combined with egg whites, it will increase acne. Effectively remove blackheads, shrink pores, erase dark spots on the skin. After only a short time of application, the skin will become smooth, clear of blackheads.
How to do it: Take the egg white and mix it with the juice of 1⁄4 lemons. Then proceed to apply this mixture on the face, combine with massage for about 15-20 minutes and then rinse with clean water.
3.3. The method of treating blackheads with egg whites and honey Honey has always been effective in treating acne, so treating blackheads with egg white when combined with honey will bring great results. additive results.
Honey contains many antibacterial and anti-inflammatory substances, so it is very suitable for taking care of acne-prone skin, and at the same time stimulating skin regeneration and recovery after acne is gone.
How to do: Take the egg whites into a clean bowl, add 2 tablespoons of honey and mix well. The next step is to wash your face clean, dry and apply the mixture on the skin, maintain for about 20 minutes and then rinse with warm water.

4. Some ways to take care of skin with blackheads

To take care of the skin and prevent blackheads at the root, the first and most necessary thing is to remove the cause of acne, the pores are always clear, clean and limit the effects of damage on the skin. The following skin care ways are very helpful in the treatment and prevention of blackheads:
Wash your face regularly: we should wash our face twice a day in the morning after waking up and at night before going to bed. with suitable cleansers. This remedy helps to remove excess sebum and dirt accumulated on the skin. Note that when washing your face, do not rub your hands too hard, just massage gently to stimulate blood vessels to circulate, avoid clogging pores. Use the right cosmetics: Oily cosmetics can increase the risk of clogging pores, leading to blackheads. Therefore, choose appropriate cosmetics (makeup, makeup remover, sunscreen) that do not contain oily ingredients to avoid making blackheads worse. Scientific lifestyle: limit drinks containing a lot of sugar, alcohol, beer or coffee because they both damage the liver and stimulate the sebaceous glands to increase activity. To prevent blackheads, we should maintain a healthy diet, add fresh vegetables and fruits, drink enough 2-2.5 liters of water/day. Besides, it is necessary to arrange a reasonable rest time to avoid excessive stress and anxiety. In fact, the effect from the treatment of blackheads from chicken eggs is only temporary, and the level of success depends on the location of each person. Therefore, if this treatment does not work, you can replace it with another way or consult a dermatologist.
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