The cucumbers They are the protagonists of numerous movie scenes in which the protagonist has them over her eyes because she has put on a face mask or are undergoing any treatment. And there are many people who have appeared on networks making a selfie with a couple of slices on his eyelids because they are so photogenic.
However, is it true that the cucumber has skin benefits? Is it any use to wear cucumbers in the eyes? We are looking for the answer to check if it is worth adding this ritual to our beauty routine.
Cucumber properties
Let’s start by knowing a little more about the qualities of the popular cucumber. From the family of cucurbits It has been used since ancient times in traditional medicines like India to take advantage of its benefits, since it has soothing and antioxidant propertiesas well as antiseptics and bactericides. As a result, cucumber can reduce inflammation and serve as moisturizerdue to its high water content.
In addition to including it in our diet for all the nutrients it provides us, cucumber is also healthy for our skin. It is not surprising that there are many cosmetics such as creams and masks that include it in their composition, especially due to the amount of vitamin E that it contains. This is one of the things that helps us maintain radiant skin. Likewise, cucumber reduces the risk of acne and facilitates collagen production.
Cucumber over the eyes
Taking into account its properties, wear some cucumber slices on the eyes gives the skin similar results as if you placed cold compresses to reduce swelling and the bags. But in addition to this, we cannot forget that this vegetable contains vitamin C and ascorbic acidwhich is known to act as an agent that delays aging by recovering the skin elasticity.
This has been proven in studies such as Cucumis sativus fruit-potential antioxidant, anti-hyaluronidase, and anti-elastase agentpublished in Arch Dermatol Resin May 2011, and in Phytochemical and therapeutic potential of cucumberappeared in Phototherapy in January 2013.
Reduction of dark circles
Just as cucumber is considered to reduce swelling and decongest the eye bagsthe effect it has on dark circles is not so clear. There are still no studies that support that its use causes them to disappear. However, those who defend this idea and recommend this use remember that cucumbers have a high content of vitamin K and this may reduce the marked dark circles, since it increases the cooling effect and decongestant on the skin.
However, before using cucumber directly on the skin, it is always advisable to consult your family doctor or dermatologist in case you may suffer from any allergies or if there is a possibility that it may cause a reaction if you do so. If you are sure that you do not have any dermatological problem, you can try putting a couple of slices on your eyes.
How to apply cucumber on the eyes
If you like apply cucumber on your eyelids and get reduce puffy eyesreduce bags and feel your skin fresher and more elastic, you have to follow a series of very simple steps. First you must wash the cucumbercut off one end and then cut two one-centimeter-thick slices, one for each eye. It is also possible to remove the skin, in case you want to make sure that no agricultural product that may have been used in its cultivation comes into contact with the skin.
Wash your face very well, so that it is completely clean. Next, lie on the bed or recline on the sofa in a position where you feel comfortable and relaxed, then close your eyes and finally place a slice of cucumber over each eye. If you wish, before this, you can also apply a mask to your face, so that the facial treatment homemade is total. Enjoy a few moments of relaxation while taking care of your skin.
Application time
After a few minutes of having it on your eyes, you may feel the cucumber start to heat up. In this case, you can turn the slices over. Keep in mind that, to take advantage of its effects, it is best to leave the cucumber on your eyes for a maximum of 15 minutes. When the cucumber is completely hot on both sides, it is definitely time to remove it.
Remember that, after removing the cucumber slices, it is the perfect time to apply a good eye contour cream. Your skin, fresher and more relaxed, will absorb it perfectly, and you will feel a rejuvenating smoothness.
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