Kitchen Secrets For Great Skin: More to CUCUMBERS Than Just Being A Fruit!

Hello Gorgeous,

We all think we know a lot about cucumbers, but in actual fact, we haven't even begun to understand half of the wonders cucumbers can do.

*Puts on Geek glasses*
Cucumbers contain most of the vitamins we need every day!!!
Just one cucumber contains Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin  B5, Vitamin B6, Folic Acid, Vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus,  Potassium and Zinc.
*Whew* I'm sure you didn't know that huh?! 
Who would have known that so much can be gotten from such a tiny fruit?

So here we go!

Cucumber for Eyes

Cucumbers are a great remedy for puffy eyes.
You know the after effect of a long night working or partying *wink*
Well I'm here to tell you that I think Cucumbers should be your best-friend.
Why??
Firstly cucumbers can help prevent the morning after hangover,
How?
Just munch on a cucumber before bed, wakeup feeling awesome and headache free!
Magic? nope, Science!
Cucumbers contain enough sugar,Vitamin B and electrolytes to replenish essential  nutrients the body lost, keeping everything in equilibrium, avoiding both a hangover and headache!

Puffy Eyes gone the Cucumber way
Cut 2 thin slices of cucumber, preferably cold from the fridge and place it on your eyes for about 15 minutes
*Tadaaa! less puffy eyes.
How?
Well cucumbers contain ascorbic acid and this prevents retention of water which helps out with the puffiness.

I get so tired of spending large amounts of cash on serums for dark circles and tired eyes
Don't you?!!!!
Cucumbers have helped me, they can help you too!
The anti-oxidants and silica in cucumbers help in lightening dark circles over time, and helps to rejuvenate dull and tired eyes.

Cucumber for  Skin Problems

The cooling properties of cucumbers help to soothe inflammations and treat rashes
What to do?
Place thinly cut slices on affected areas or wash your face with cucumber water.
mild enough to be repeated daily.

Our skin and cucumbers:-)

Works wonders on pimples and blackheads overtime
Nature's magic.....
Apply cucumber juice to face and let it dry.
wash off with lukewarm water
what's the Science behind the magic?
Astringent properties in cucumber reduces pimples and acne gradually and leaves the skin smooth and soft.

Sunburn Problems?
No Problem☺
Cucumbers help reduce pain and heal damaged skin
They work as an excellent coolant.
Apply cucumber juice or slices to affected area,
It Gently heals....

Cucumbers and Wrinkles

Cucumbers are great for helping keep your skin soft and subtle. The water contained in the cucumber helps hydrate the skin and reduce lines, and wrinkles.

Do It Yourself - Making Your Own Cucumber Water☺

To get the best out of your cucumbers, soak the cucumber slices in water overnight. This allows enough time for the cucumbers flavour and nutrients to steep into the water.
Making sure you get the maximum value not just for cash spent, but all the nutrients possible from the cucumber.

Cucumber SPF (Sun Protection Factor)
They can help protect your skin from sun-damage
How?
They are packed with anti-oxidants, vitamin C.
Vitamin C increases collagen and elastin production.
Hence a younger look.

Cucumber water as a Facial wash
Washing your face with cucumber water regularly refreshes skin, closes pores and helps reduce the degree of oiliness

DO IT YOURSELF- Cucumber Recipes

Cucumber Cooling Face Pack
Mix cucumber juice
2 tablespoons of powdered milk
1 egg white
Blend ingredients, 
Apply to face and neck.
Rinse after 30 minutes.

Cucumber-Pear Facial Mask
1/2 chopped cucumber
1/2 chopped pear
1 egg white
2 tablespoons of milk
Blend ingredients
It can be used immediately or stored in the fridge for about 30 minutes
Massage paste on face and leave for 20-30 minutes.

Moisturising Banana-Cucumber Mask
Works for Normal-Dry Skin
1/2 of the Cucumber sliced and skinned
1/2 banana
1 tablespoon of Honey
1 tablespoon of Lemon Juice
Blend or Mix ingredients
Apply to Face
The Banana, honey and the cucumber refresh and moisturise the skin

Cucumber-Oats Mask for Acne Prone Skin
1//2 cucumber
2 tablespoons of Oats
1/2 Juice of Lemon
1 Tablespoon of Honey
Apply Mixture to Face for 15 minutes

Tips & Tricks
Cucumbers are a good source of vitamin B, so put down your drinks and coffee and eat a cucumber! It will  do wonders for your skin.

Cucumber juice mixed with coconut water is a great skin whitening beauty treatment. This helps to fade all types of blemishes from the face too over time.

Due to its low calorie and high water content, cucumber is an ideal diet for people who are looking for weight loss.


Never again should we refer to cucumbers as just a fruit, without using "wonderful" or  "effective" or "awesome" in the same sentence, neither should we walk by a fruit stand on the way home or at a supermarket and not stop to stock up on our ever so faithful and dependable friend.