Active ingredient
Albumen Extract
Extract or concentrated protein fraction derived from egg white (albumen). The primary proteins are ovalbumin (~54%), ovotransferrin (~13%), ovomucoid (~11%), and lysozyme (~3.5%). In skincare, the film-forming proteins create a temporary tightening and pore-minimizing effect as they dry on skin. Skinfood's signature ingredient in their Egg White product line. Distinct from 'Egg Extract' (whole egg) and 'Egg Yolk Extract' (lipid-rich fraction).
Also known as: egg white extract, ovum extract
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Benefits
- ✓Egg white proteins (ovalbumin, ovotransferrin, lysozyme) temporarily tighten and smooth skin on application — the classic pore-minimizing effect
- ✓Rich source of amino acids and proteins that condition skin and support surface repair
- ✓Lysozyme component provides mild antimicrobial activity, making it suitable for blemish-prone skin masks
Watch for
- ⚠Egg-derived — individuals with egg allergies should avoid products containing this ingredient
Compatibility
✓ Works well with
+ Kaolin+ Glycolic Acid+ Niacinamide