Experts warn that raw egg face masks expose you to a risk of harmful insects through food

Experts have slammed beauty bloggers who claim to have the solution to treat wrinkles – by applying on their faces raw egg whites.

The DIY hack, they say, is not only totally wrong, but it could also spread harmful bacteria.

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Cosmetic surgeon Christopher Inglefield is concerned that raw egg-based masks will cause serious food poisoning by the British due to contamination by non-refrigerated foods.

Inglefield, founder of the London Bridge Plastic Surgery Clinic, warned: "Not only is this practice ineffective, but it could also spread harmful bacteria, such as Campylobacter and even salmonella, if you're really unlucky.

"You should always wash your hands after handling raw eggs.

"If it's on your face all day, you risk contaminating everything and touching everyone you touch, just think about the risks."

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For about a year, they've been trying to persuade us on YouTube that raw egg can make a real difference in sagging skin, especially around the eyes.

Bloggers like Beauty Vixxen, aka Lizbeth Eguia, have posted tutorial videos showing how egg-based masks are "like a facelift".

"The botox can be very expensive, so it will be a hack that costs nothing in dollars if you already have eggs at home.

"And I know you're going to worry that you're feeling the egg, but you will not do it because it's a minimal amount."

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However, raw eggs carry a number of risks, including those caused by salmonella.

The NHS advises: "There may be bacteria on the shell and inside the egg, which can spread very easily to other foods, as well as to the hands, utensils and work plans. "

They also ask, "Keep the eggs away from other foods – both when they are in the shell and after you have cracked them.

"Be careful not to splash egg on other foods, worktops or dishes.

"Always wash your hands thoroughly with warm water and soap, then dry them after touching or working with eggs.

"Thoroughly clean surfaces, dishes and utensils with hot, soapy water after handling eggs.

"Do not use eggs whose shells are damaged because dirt or bacteria could have got into them."

Candice Brown, a skin esthetician, has also warned beauty lovers to be wary of raw egg face masks.

Candice, also badociated with London Bridge Plastic Surgery, added, "Of course, the risk of raw eggs is not limited to the white eyelid.

"The warning also concerns raw egg face masks, which have gained increasing popularity in recent years, as they are reputed to fight pimples and blackheads.

"These DIY home treatments" are clearly attractive because they are cheap and seemingly "natural".

"But you must always be aware of the pitfalls. You would not stain the raw chicken on your face, but it's the same principle here. "

Dr. Adil Sheraz, consultant dermatologist and spokesperson for the British Skin Foundation, told The Sun: "As far as I know, no attempt has been made on the benefits of raw egg white. on the skin to reduce wrinkles.

"As doctors and dermatologists, we always enjoy using scientifically proven and dermatologist-recommended drug therapies that have been the subject of a rigorous research process and are known to be safe.

"The same can not be said about raw eggs, not only are we not sure of the real benefits, but they are also (albeit minimal) to get infections like salmonella and this risk in immunocompromised people, children and pregnant women.

"There are many inexpensive and expensive topical products that are known to be safe and have been thoroughly tested and that can be used on the skin to reduce both tugging and wrinkling."
In fact, Dr. Sarah Jarvis told the Sun that "people have absolutely nothing to gain from this fad".

"The egg white is largely a protein called albumin.Every cook will tell you that it becomes sticky when it dries.It could leave your eyelids open, but that's the only way that it will affect your appearance.

"It could irritate your eyelids, cause redness and pain, and it's also difficult to erase, so you risk rubbing your delicate eyelids.

"Although most British eggs come from hens immunized against Salmonella, this only applies to eggs marked with the Lion brand.

"In addition, eggs (including shells) may be contaminated by other germs.We recommend that you wash your hands after handling raw eggs, and one of the easiest ways to To catch germs in your system is to go through your eyes.

"Do not do it!"

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