Albumen is another word for cytoplasm of an egg, commonly referred to as the white of an egg. Albumen contains many nutrients. A large portion of albumen is water, in which are dissolved proteins. Albumen is comprised of unique proteins made from 18 biologically available amino acids, which are absolutely essential to healthy growth and maintenance.

These protein found in albumen provide extra nutrition to the embryo contained in the egg, and shelter the yolk, providing added protection. The amino acids found in albumen reveal an extraordinary ability to smooth and tighten the skin, making wrinkles and expression lines less visible.