One of the factors that maintains high self-esteem is showing off youthful and radiant skin, feeling full and healthy. Over the years the human body deteriorates and is mainly reflected in the skin. Wrinkles, spots, stiffness are a consequence of the aging of the tissue.
Cucumber is an ideal natural element to revitalize damaged skin by moisturizing it and generating a noticeable change both visually and sensorially. Cucumber-based masks successfully reverse the damage caused by age, ultraviolet rays, among others.
1. Cucumber, honey and lemon mask
There is damage to the skin that can be severe. The astringent properties of cucumber combined with the cleansing components of lemon and the rejuvenating power of honey are effective in fighting acne.
Ingredients:
4 tablespoons of honey (pure).
1 large cucumber.
2 tablespoons of lemon juice.
Preparation:
Blend the cucumber or crush it, to be able to obtain a paste.
Mix evenly with the lemon and honey, until the paste is homogeneous.
Refrigerate for 20 minutes, so that the properties of the ingredients adhere better.
Apply it on your face, previously cleaned with circular movements and leave it on for 20 minutes, then remove with plenty of cold water.
Apply at least 3 times a week to achieve a quick and effective result.
2. Cucumber and oatmeal mask
The exfoliating properties of oats help regenerate dead cells and provide softness to the tissue. The sensation of softness and freshness that it generates can be appreciated immediately.
Ingredients:
1 large fresh cucumber.
2 tablespoons of lemon juice.
2 tablespoons oatmeal flakes (brand of your choice).
Preparation:
Cut two slices of the cucumber to cool them and place them on the eyes, after the mask is prepared.
Peel the rest of the cucumber and carefully cut it into small pieces, blend or grind it to prepare the cream.
Add the oatmeal and the lemon, mix until you create a slightly viscous paste. Yo can mix all the ingredients in our Face Mask Maker
Wash your face and apply it using circular movements, then leave it to act for 20 minutes.
Remove with plenty of warm water and remove the cucumber slices.
Recommended repeat the process 3 times a week.
3. Cucumber and egg mask
Cucumber and egg components prevent and reverse sagging tissue and premature wrinkles. This mask is ideal to generate freshness in the skin.
Ingredients:
1 egg white.
1 cucumber.
Preparation:
Peel the cucumber and crush it until you make a puree with it.
Place the egg white in the blender and apply the purée so that both ingredients mix very well.
Blend until creating a whitish and homogeneous mixture.
Wash your face with neutral soap and plenty of warm water.
Apply the mask and let it act for 10 to 20 minutes.
Remove it with plenty of water and repeat the process preferably 3 times a week.
