These days the beauty industry is looking to more natural ingredients for added benefits. Let’s talk about the goodness of cucumbers!
Cucumber Extract – Primarily composed of water, cucumbers also contain ascorbic acid and caffeic acid, which have an astringent effect on the skin – preventing water retention, helping to soothe skin irritations and reduce swelling.
You can incorporate products with cucumber extract in a variety of ways, it’s the perfect addition to your Summer beauty routine!
In the shower: Leave skin feeling soft and supple with the Green Tea and Cucumber Purifying Shower Gel from June Jacobs, a preservative-free, botanical shower gel also packed with vitamins and anti-oxidants. JuneJacobs.com, $36.00
In a facial cleanser: Get t-zone shine control with the added benefit of soothing cucumber when using the Mario Badescu Cucumber Cleansing Lotion. MarioBadescu.com, $15.00
In a facial mask: The Que Bella Cucumber Peel-Off Mask is enriched with natural cucumber and witch hazel extracts to remove dead cells and tone your face for a deep, soothing clean. Target.com, $2.05
In a body moisturizer: Keep your skin extra hydrated and refreshed with the Hempz Cucumber and Jasmine Herbal Moisturizer also enriched with 100% pure organic hemp seed oil to renew and nourish skin. Ulta.com, $23.00
As a pick-me-up: Tired eyes? Instantly cool and reduce puffiness in the under-eye area with the Kind to Eyes Revitalizing Roll-On from Simple. Walgreens.com, $12.99
Have you added any cucumber products to your routine this Summer?
Thanks for publishing this valuable post..We definitely need more natural ingredients in beauty and makeup products do to the trans dermal nature of the skin
I’m really glad to read this. I wondered why cucumber was in so many products and what the benefit was. I tend to shy away from it because I don’t care a lot for the smell of cucumbers, but I’m going to start incorporating some into my routine.
You should definitely go for the Hempz Body Lotion, I know for sure it has a very nice and fresh scent!