For those who believe in the power of natural ingredients, Cucumber comes as a boon. Packed with bevy of vitamins, minerals and nutrients, this amazing cooling veggie not only add zing to our everyday meals but also create effective and easy remedies for most common skin problems. Cucumber has always been an integral part of skin and beauty care rituals since many generations.
Here’s how you can use cucumbers for a variety of your skin troubles :
1. Make a Cucumber toner
A homemade cucumber face toner takes care of your beauty needs in an effective and an inexpensive way. It is very mild and works well for all skin types. If pollution is impacting the natural sheen on your face, this toner can infuse life in your dull and lifeless skin, and rejuvenate it from within.
How to make :
- Just take a fresh cucumber and wash it thoroughly. Chop it into small pieces.
- Put chopped cucumber in a blender or food processor. Add 2 tablespoons of water and blend until smooth.
- Filter the juice using a fine mesh strainer. Pour the juice in a clean spray bottle.
- Storing this toner in the refrigerator will serve for around 4 days.
How to use :
Cleanse your face first. Then Spray the chilled toner on your face. Your skin will instantly feel fresh and rejuvenated, especially if you use it during hot summer days. You can apply the toner directly with a clean cotton ball or a cotton pad instead of using a spray bottle.
2. Cucumber & Yogurt Face Mask
The hydrating and anti inflammatory properties of cucumber makes it an excellent natural ingredient to ward off Wrinkles and fine lines. Since its a natural moisturizer, it makes your skin soft, smooth and supple. Cucumber combined with yogurt makes it a great facial mask that helps you achieve clear smooth skin. This mask is absolutely amazing for combination skin.
How to make :
- Take 1/2 Cucumber & Chop it into small pieces.
- Put chopped cucumber in a blender to make a paste.
- Mix 2 teaspoons of Cucumber paste & 1 teaspoon of Yogurt.
How to use :
Apply this mask on your face and neck. Let it sit for about 15 minutes before washing off with a cool water. Pat dry your face and feel the soft skin immediately.
3. Make Cucumber Gel
The most common use of cucumber is to improve your skin texture and rejuvenate your skin. An amazing combination of cucumber and aloe vera gel works best to heal sunburn and brings instant relief.
How to make :
- Take 2 teaspoons of Cucumber juice and add 2 teaspoons of Aloe vera gel.
- Mix both the ingredients well.
- Store it in the refrigerator to increase the shelf life.
How to use :
Apply this gel on your face and neck. Leave it overnight. Next morning wash off with cool water. Using it daily will make your skin soft and clear. This gel also helps to tighten your skin.
4. Cucumber ice cubes
When it comes to beauty hacks, cucumber ice cubes tops the list. It’s easy to make, extremely versatile and the effects of using them on your face are amazing. Cucumber ice cubes soothe pimples, sunburn, reduces redness and swelling. A face massage with cucumber ice cube can exfoliate your skin and brighten your complexion by boosting circulation. It helps to shrink large pores and is equally beneficial to treat puffy eyes.
How to make :
- Just take a fresh cucumber and wash it thoroughly. Chop it into small pieces.
- Put chopped cucumber in a blender or food processor. Add 2 tablespoons of water and blend until smooth.
- Pour the mixture in an ice cube tray and freeze it.
- You can also mix few drops of lemon juice to the mixture.
How to use :
Use 1 cucumber ice cube daily. Rub it in all over your face and let it dry for 10 minutes. Rinse your face with cool water later and apply hydrating cream.
5. Rub cucumber Slice on your Skin
The most common and simple way to use cucumber is to rub a raw cucumber slice on your face. This helps in revitalizing the skin and help even skin tone giving you a youthful and glowing skin.
Cucumber can provide an instant relief to your puffy eyes. Just put 2 cucumber slices on your eyes and let it stay for 15 minutes. It helps bring down the water retention and diminishes the swelling and puffiness around the eyes.
Cucumber can also helps banish cellulite. Put some grounded coffee and raw honey on a cucumber slice and rub it gently on the affected area.
6. Make Cucumber Smoothie
Drinking cucumber juice daily not only keep your skin flawless and glowing from with but it also promotes weight loss. It keeps your body hydrated. Staying hydrated helps your body to flush out toxins and maintain a healthy skin.
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