On 07/04/2016,

Why go looking for overpriced creams that are sometimes stuffed with chemicals for what nature can offer you?

Very hydrating, antioxidant and refreshing, cucumber definitely has its place in natural cosmetics!

A brief overview of the benefits of cucumber for the skin.

1 / It reduces dark circles and puffiness

This is the most well-known beauty use for cucumber. Place a cool slice on each eye for a few minutes to reduce puffiness and dark circles.

2 / It illuminates the complexion

Consisting of 95% water, cucumber hydrates the driest skin and restores radiance to dull complexions.

For an anti-dull complexion mask, add a cucumber mixed in natural yogurt, apply to your face then leave on for about twenty minutes.

You can also make a freshness and radiance tonic. To do this, pour a grated cucumber in boiling water, cook for 5 minutes then filter the water. Place the water in the fridge and use it within 3 days.

3 / It tightens the pores

Cucumber is very useful for tightening pores and purifying oily skin.

Mix the cucumber juice with a little salt then apply on the face and let sit for a few minutes.

You can also mix a cucumber, powdered milk and an egg white to obtain a smooth and homogeneous paste that you will apply to the face and neck. Leave the mask on for 30 minutes then wash off with cold water.

4 / It relieves sunburn

To relieve your sunburns, apply a cucumber mixed with fresh natural yogurt to your skin. Cucumber and yogurt will hydrate burnt skin and provide a pleasant feeling of freshness.

5 / It reduces cellulite

To reduce the orange peel appearance, mix cucumber juice and ground coffee and then exfoliate your skin where you have cellulite. Repeat the operation regularly.

And in vegetable oil?

You can also use cucumber seed oil which improves skin elasticity and restores the skin’s hydrolipidic film.

To learn all about the properties of cucumber, see our cucumber and pickles fact sheet.

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