Eggshell membrane: how they get it and how it works

In nature, it protects the embryo from UV rays, bacteria and viruses, allowing 10 billion cells to form in 21 days without external nutrition. Scientists hydrolyze it — break it down into molecules to penetrate the skin.

How to get a membrane

The process begins with chicken eggs. The shell is separated from the protein and yolk mechanically. The film is removed by ultrasound or enzymes, then purified and hydrolyzed with acids or enzymes. 

A powder with collagen, elastin, hyaluronic acid and 18 amino acids is obtained. The amino acid profile is close to human skin: cystine is 5 times higher than normal, which enhances the synthesis of L-cysteine. 

Japanese laboratories bring purity to 99%, maintaining activity through vacuum drying. This is not a raw shell, but a laboratory product without odor and allergens.

What is the difference from homemade masks?

In homemade masks, the shells are ground into powder or boiled with vinegar. It turns out to be a coarse mixture with calcium and proteins, which scratches the skin and is poorly absorbed. There is no hydrolysis — the molecules are large and settle on the surface. 

The risk of infection is high: eggs are not sterile. The effect is minimal — hydration for a day, without affecting the dermis.

The hydrolyzed membrane penetrates into the basal layer. It wakes up fibroblasts: they produce type III collagen ("baby" — elastic, as in 20 years), elastin and hyaluronic acid. 

The skin is gaining density from the inside. Cystine blocks melanin, reducing pigmentation. Antioxidants neutralize free radicals 1,000 times more effectively than vitamin E.

Example: after 7 days of regular use, wrinkles on the forehead decrease by 20-30% (data from clinical tests of Japanese brands). Homemade masks provide +5% moisture, the membrane provides +40% elasticity.

How to search in the composition

Look for "Hydrolyzed Eggshell Membrane" or Hydrolyzed Eggshell Membrane (0.5–8%). Suitable for:


- Wrinkles 30+: smoothes facial and static wrinkles due to collagen III.


- Loss of density: tightens the oval, strengthens the turgor.


- Dullness and pigmentation: brightens the tone, suppresses melanin.


- Dryness after stress or sun: restores the barrier without irritation.


- For sensitive skin: soft lifting instead of retinol.

Avoid if you are allergic to eggs — a wrist test is required.

Examples of products with a membrane

In a rejuvenating emulsion with stem cells, the membrane is combined with fullerene and peptides. Fullerene (an antioxidant 250 times stronger than vitamin C) removes toxins, exosomes deliver assets to the dermis. 

Apply 2-4 doses after washing: a second layer for "hungry" skin. After 7-10 days, wrinkles are smoothed out, the face tightens. Almond and macadamia oils protect the lipid barrier. Ideal for 35+ in the evening.

Massage oil for body contours with minerals (platinum, tourmaline) and a membrane reduces volume. Minerals improve blood flow, passion fruit extract burns fat. The aromas of citrus or rose relax through the sense of smell. Spread it over the body with a massage — the skin is elastic, velvety. 

Collagen and hyaluronic acid enhance the effect.

Lifting cream with placenta and membrane gives an instant lift. Lactolore (an algae enzyme with resveratrol) tones, tourmaline balances the biotopes. Apply to the face and neck after the lotion: the pores narrow, the swelling subsides. For 40+ — transformation in 4 weeks.

A professional cream with 8% membrane and MUNAPSYS peptide relaxes muscles without botox. Sirtalice from marine microorganisms gives a V-lift in 30 minutes. Smoothes the forehead and nasolabial folds, restores "baby collagen". Apply morning/evening as a mask to the wrinkle areas.

The essence with niacinamide and stem cells enhances regeneration. Fullerenes quench radicals, polyglutamic acid retains moisture. 2-3 drops by tapping: the tone evens out, the skin springs. For 30+ without aggressive acids.

Japanese quality is reflected in precise formulas: vacuum preserves freshness, nanotechnology ensures penetration. Such products are delivered at no extra charge — originals from Japan.

Examples of products with a membrane

In the anti-aging peptide emulsion ELIXCELL Revita Emulsion with stem cells, the membrane is combined with fullerene and peptides. Fullerene (an antioxidant 250 times stronger than vitamin C) removes toxins, exosomes deliver assets to the dermis. Apply 2-4 drops after washing, If the skin is very dry, you can apply a second layer after a while. After 7-10 days, wrinkles are smoothed out, the face tightens. Almond and macadamia oils protect the lipid barrier. Ideal for 35+ as an evening grooming treatment. 

McCoy NONF Mineral Balance Body Massage Oil  improves body contours and also contains minerals (platinum, tourmaline) and membrane, which reduces volumes even better. Minerals improve blood flow, passion fruit extract burns fat. The aromas of citrus or rose relax through the sense of smell. Spread it over the body with a massage — the skin is elastic, velvety. Collagen and hyaluronic acid enhance the effect.

The McCELLRIE TIGHTENING CREAM with placenta and membrane provides an instant lift. Lactolore (an algae enzyme with resveratrol) tones, tourmaline balances the biotopes. Apply to the face and neck after the lotion: the pores narrow, the swelling subsides. For 40+ — transformation in 4 weeks.

ENZYM AEM8 Cream Regenerating anti-aging cream with eggshell membrane 8% membrane and MUNAPSYS peptide relaxes muscles without botox. Sirtalice from marine microorganisms gives a V-lift in 30 minutes. Smoothes the forehead and nasolabial folds, restores "baby collagen". Apply morning/evening as a mask to the wrinkle areas.

ENZYM IUGE SC with niacinamide and stem cells enhances regeneration. Fullerenes quench radicals, polyglutamic acid retains moisture. 2-3 drops by tapping: the tone evens out, the skin springs. For 30+ without aggressive acids.

Japanese quality is reflected in precise formulas: vacuum preserves freshness, nanotechnology ensures penetration. Such products are delivered at no extra charge — originals from Japan.