Cucumbers are 90% water, making them a very hydrating and refreshing vegetable. Apart from adding them to your salads, you can also gain the beauty benefits of cucumber by incorporating it into your beauty routine.
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Here are some great ways in which you can make the most of cucumbers and their amazing properties.
1. Summer Body Scrub Recipe Using Cucumbers
This is the perfect body scrub for summer. It is refreshing enough to wake you up in the morning but is light enough that it does not overwhelm you with strong scents. All you need is four key ingredients to make this super easy yet super effective body scrub.
Ingredients:
- ½ cucumber
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup coconut oil
Method: Blend the cucumber and mint leaves until smooth. Add in the sugar and coconut oil and blend for a couple of seconds to mix them all. Store in a clean jar in the refrigerator. Use within two weeks. You will be surprised with the results as cucumber benefits the skin tremediously.
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2. Toner Recipe Using Cucumbers
If you have large pores and are constantly on the lookout for a good cleanser to help keep your pores nice and tight, then look no further. All you need is this simple toner recipe to make your own toner. It will not dry out your skin like many of the commercially available toners do.
Ingredients:
- ½ cucumber
- 2 teaspoon organic honey
Method: Blend the cucumber till it becomes a puree. Use a strainer to filter the cucumber pulp and extract the water. Add the honey to this water and mix well. Store in a clean glass jar or bottle and keep in the refrigerator. Use it daily before going to bed and see how your pores tighten and your skin feels soft and fresh.
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Continue reading for how to use cucumbers in different ways.
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3. Foot Mask Recipe Using Cucumbers
Why leave out your feet from all the fun? It is a fact that our feet tend to face most of the brunt when it comes to wear and tear. We are constantly on our feet, forcing them into heels and ignoring them when it comes to skincare. So do use this foot mask to have your feet feeling refreshed and soothed.
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We can’t help but fall in love with this wonderful vegetable. Go ahead and try these different ways of using cucumber on your skin and you will also fall in love, just like us.
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