According to studies, cucumber is 95% water, which is a vital source of human life. By the way, a person also in a percentage ratio is more composed of liquid. This is probably why cucumber is used in all countries and in various interpretations: in cooking, in cosmetology, in traditional medicine, etc.
Today we suggest considering a cucumber as a component of a face mask in various variations. From the proposed article you will learn: what is this procedure for, useful properties and how to prepare it (recipes and reviews).
Homemade cucumber mask
Based on this vegetable, accessible to everyone (especially in summer), at home, you can create unique formulations to achieve various goals: moisturizing, nourishing, refreshing, rejuvenating, whitening, eliminating wrinkles and acne, etc.
The secret of this popularity is associated not only with the water base of this unique vegetable, in addition it contains many natural ingredients that have a beneficial effect on the skin: vitamins, minerals and organic acids. That is why cucumbers are so in demand in cosmetology. It can be used at home both in its pure form (in the form of slurry or whole slices), and with the addition of auxiliary components.
Anti-wrinkle Cucumber Facial Mask
Anti-aging facial mask at home for wrinkles from cucumbers:
• cucumber - 2 tablespoons (use gruel);
• milk - 1 tbsp. (it is better to use homemade or purchased, but bold);
• cottage cheese - 1 tbsp;
• parsley - 1 tablespoon (grind);
• oil - 2 tsp (it is better to use olive and necessarily warm).
You can use the recipe at home with the addition of kaolin (white cosmetic clay), it also helps get rid of wrinkles and in a short time, acts on the basis of the lifting effect (the option is suitable for dry skin type, it will nourish and moisturize well).
For sensitive areas around the eyes from wrinkles and puffiness (bags under the eyes) at home, it is better to use the option with raw potatoes (mix both crushed products in equal proportions). The secret to cooking is choosing new potatoes.
Acne Recipes
Facial mask of cucumber for acne at home, the composition depends on the degree of damage and the type of acne:
• to get rid of black spots (deep acne), just use pure cucumber in its pure form (pulp);
• for inflammation, mix cucumber juice (fresh) with an equal amount of cottage cheese;
• from acne (youthful acne, for example) removes the composition of honey, cucumber and parsley infusion (in equal amounts).
Cucumber-based whitening mask based on sour cream
The whitening procedure will help get rid of various spots and redness (pigment spot, freckle, small mole, etc.) at home:
• sour cream - 2 tbsp;
• cucumber - 1 tablespoon;
• lemon - 1 tsp
In this recipe, the last two components are used as fresh juice. With dry / sensitive skin, it is better to exclude lemon juice from the recipe; after the procedure, the skin should be well moisturized. In addition, you can supplement the composition with oatmeal (flakes), this will add the effect of scrub (this exfoliating procedure is suitable for oily, problem skin and acne).
How to make a mask for dry skin
Cucumber face mask for dry skin has several variations:
• sour cream is mixed in equal parts with the main component;
• honey, egg white (whipped into light foam);
• glycerin in equal proportions with the base.
It is important to follow the rules of the procedure: before the procedure, the skin must be well cleaned with lotion, the mask is used in a slightly warmed form, after the procedure it is necessary to use a nourishing or moisturizing cream. The treatment time is 10-20 minutes. You should not make face masks more often 2-3 times a week.
Face mask cucumber reviews
Summarizing user reviews on various resources and forums about the mask of cucumber, the conclusion suggests itself that cucumber procedures are one of the most beloved cosmetics of modern beauties. They really help get rid of wrinkles and acne, restrain the natural aging process, etc., which is confirmed by positive reviews.
The only drawback is the short duration of the action (if we talk about the lifting effect), which also left user reviews. It is also noted that youth can only be preserved if the various compounds are regularly used (moisturize, rejuvenate, etc.).
Cleansing mask face film cucumber and tea tree Avon reviews
Avon products are quite in demand and popular because of their accessibility, however, users themselves leave less enthusiastic reviews about the cucumber-based facial product and tea tree oil. In most cases, reviews indicate the low effectiveness of this skin care product; other users, on the contrary, consider it very good and effective, indicating that the main secret is to rub on the face. Some resources have corresponding videos and photos on the topic of using this tool.
