Cucumbers are over 90% water and antioxidant substances. For this reason, cucumbers have a freshening, rejuvenating effect when applied to skin which is beneficial for skin health, as stated in a study published by the American Journal of Biotechnology. It is also believed that it acts as a natural restorative agent, suitable for toning saggy and damaged skin, although this has not been backed by scientific studies.
Ingredients:
½ fresh cucumber
1 tablespoon sour cream (10 ml)
How to prepare it:
Grind half a fresh cucumber and squeeze out the juice with a strainer.
Add the tablespoon of sour cream and mix it until a thick paste is formed.
How to apply it:
- Rub it on your face and, if you wish, also on your neck and cleavage.
- Let it sit on your skin for 15 minutes and then rinse with lukewarm water.
- Repeat this 2 or 3 times a week.