Fresh cucumber pulp is an ideal base for making homemade masks.
The unique composition of the traditional vegetable easily gives the skin softness, freshness, and purity.
By combining cucumber with other ingredients, you can solve various skin problems.
Benefits of cucumber pulp masks for the face
The composition of cucumber can actually be called unique in terms of its benefits for women's skin. The simple vegetable contains a lot of vitamins and minerals, organic acids and enzymes. At the same time, the effect of cucumber juice is not aggressive, so cucumber masks can be applied to any skin, including allergic or inflamed skin.
The benefits of cucumber face masks are explained by the effect that each of the substances contained in cucumber juice and pulp gives:
Thiamine (vitamin B1) rejuvenates;
Folic acid (vitamin B9) cleanses problematic skin from pimples and acne;
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) ensures cellular respiration;
Pyridoxine (vitamin B6) normalizes cellular metabolic processes;
Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) smoothes skin wrinkles, erasing wrinkles from the face;
Retinol (vitamin A) moisturizes dry and evens out flaky skin;
Tocopherol (vitamin E) instantly renews dermal cells;
Biotin (vitamin H) ensures regeneration;
Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) makes the skin glow and restores its elasticity;
Phylloquinone (vitamin K) relieves skin from redness, swelling, whitens;
Niacin (vitamin PP) has a refreshing effect.
Is it any wonder that cucumber face masks are like a magical breath of health, youth and beauty. They can be used to care for problematic, sagging, young skin. The effects of masks are varied:
Moisturizing and toning;
Whitening;
Smoothing out wrinkles;
Nutrition;
Relieving swelling;
Treatment of acne and blackheads;
Tightening of loose skin.
Moreover, of all homemade cosmetics, it is cucumber pulp or juice that can be safely and effectively used to care for thin skin around the eyes that is prone to the early formation of wrinkles.
How to use cucumber face masks
To make facial care with a cucumber mask more effective, you need to follow some rules:
Use only fresh, firm vegetables;
Prepare cucumber puree without seeds or peel.
To obtain a soft base, the cucumber can be pureed on a grater, in a meat grinder or blender. Keep the mask on your face for at least 20 minutes, in some cases longer, up to half an hour. It is advisable to lie down and completely relax during the procedure. You cannot talk or actively use facial expressions if one of the components of the mask is clay or gelatin.
It is better to make cucumber masks at home in courses. A full course includes ten procedures performed 2-3 times every ten days. In the future, the skin can be maintained in tone by making a mask once every seven to ten days.
Cucumber juice often becomes one of the components of a refreshing and tonic mask. If you get a lot of juice, you can always put the leftovers in the freezer and pour them into molds. A wonderful revitalizing and awakening lotion will come out.
Universal cucumber masks for any skin type
The simplest mask you can imagine consists entirely of cucumber flesh. You need to cut the fruit into thin circles, apply them to cleansed skin and hold for 20 minutes. There is no need to wash your face after the procedure. After removing the cucumbers, you can immediately see changes: the skin will become more elastic, fresh, and soft. The delicate mask works well even on problematic, inflamed skin.
The classic mono-mask recipe also exists in another form. Grate the cucumber on a fine or medium grater and apply the resulting pulp to the skin. It can be spread over the face just like that or wrapped in a gauze napkin. Of course, after removing the mask you will have to wash your face.
To achieve greater effect, you can add other ingredients to the cucumber base, such as lemon, parsley and honey.
Cucumber and lemon
Normal skin needs moisturizing and toning. If you additionally want to get a whitening effect, there is nothing better than a combination of cucumber and lemon juice.
Grate the cucumber and squeeze the juice through a gauze cloth. Squeeze juice from fresh lemon. Mix two tablespoons of cucumber and lemon juice, soak a cotton swab and apply to your face. Exposure time – 15 minutes. As the mask dries, it must be renewed.
You can simply moisten a gauze or cotton napkin with juice and apply it to your face.
Cucumber and parsley
One of the most effective cucumber masks for the face and area around the eyes. Perfectly refreshes, whitens, tones.
A medium cucumber should be grated on a fine grater. Finely chop a few sprigs of garden parsley. Mix two generous spoons of cucumber puree with a dessert spoon of parsley. Apply to entire face, including eyelids.
Cucumber masks for problem skin
It is very difficult to choose adequate care for problem skin. Inflamed areas, subcutaneous acne, pimples and acne limit the possibilities of additional care. Meanwhile, problem skin needs hydration, nutrition, and protection. Cucumber is an ideal base for creating homemade masks suitable for this skin type because it does not harm it in any way. Moreover, thanks to the miraculous cucumber juice, the skin is quickly cleared of inflammatory elements. The effect can be enhanced by adding other components to the masks.
Cucumber and cottage cheese
A popular cucumber mask, thanks to which the face is refreshed and gradually gets rid of imperfections. A tablespoon of cucumber puree should be combined with an equal amount of low-fat cottage cheese (2-8 percent fat content). Wash, wipe the skin with tonic or lotion for problem skin.
Cucumber and soda
An effective mask that, thanks to its drying and antiseptic effect, instantly improves skin condition. Grate the cucumber on a fine grater or chop with a blender. Separate two tablespoons of puree and pour half a cup of boiling water over them.
After the liquid has cooled, add half a teaspoon of soda, mix well and distribute the soda mixture over the skin. Rinse off with clean cool (not cold) water and pat your face dry with a soft cloth.
Cucumber, clay and lemon
If you do this mask once a week, then within a month the condition of your problem skin will become consistently good. You will need pharmaceutical blue or white clay. Mask composition: 2 tbsp. l. clay and cucumber puree, 1 tsp. lemon juice.
Apply the mixture very carefully, without touching the eyelids and delicate skin around the eyes. The exposure time is shorter than usual: 10 minutes is enough for the composition to be absorbed and work sufficiently. You will have to wash off the set clay carefully, finally rinsing your face with clean water.
Cucumber and rolled oats
Perfectly eliminates oily shine, soothes the sebaceous glands, and nourishes. 3 tbsp. l. Grind rolled oats in a coffee grinder. Combine with three tablespoons of cucumber puree. Mix the ingredients until you get a sour cream consistency, use as a regular cosmetic mask.
Cucumber masks for oily skin
Oily skin also needs careful care. Many girls make a big mistake when they stop moisturizing. As a result, the face begins to shine even more, and is more likely to become clogged and inflamed. In this case, cucumber plays an important role: it moisturizes the skin and at the same time reduces the activity of the sebaceous glands.
Cucumber and egg white
The mask tightens pores well, soothes inflamed skin, and dries it out. Squeeze the juice (2 tbsp) from the cucumber puree and beat it with a fork along with the egg white. Apply to clean face. After rinsing, be sure to apply a moisturizing day cream or nourishing night cream.
Cucumber and apple
Grate the cucumber along with the skin (you need to cut it off only if the vegetable is old and overripe). Grate half an apple. Mix the components in equal proportions, spread over the face and leave for half an hour.
Cucumber and rye bread
An original way to cleanse oily skin is a gentle cucumber-based peeling grater. From half a medium vegetable, pureed in a blender, you need to squeeze the juice. Take a piece of black rye bread, select the crumb and soak it in cucumber juice. Clean your face with a damp piece, moving along the massage lines. When the bread begins to slide over the skin unhindered, finish cleansing. Be sure to wash your face and apply cream according to your skin type.
Cucumber and salt
Another great recipe for a cleansing peeling mask. For a tablespoon of fine or medium-ground salt, take a dessert spoon of grated cucumber mixture. Distribute evenly over the face, let the mask work and wash with cool water.
Cucumber masks for sagging skin
Mature skin needs delicate, but at the same time active care. Cucumber juice must be combined with other active ingredients to tighten sagging dermis, give it tone and elasticity.
Cucumber and honey
Another excellent homemade cosmetics product is a cucumber-honey mask. Tones, moisturizes, nourishes, lightens age spots, delicately relieves skin redness.
Honey must be preheated over steam or in the microwave. Mix two generous spoons of cucumber puree with a teaspoon of liquid bee honey. Apply the mixture to your face, do not use cosmetics after rinsing off.
Cucumber, milk, cottage cheese, parsley, olive oil
Such a rich composition provides a comprehensive effect on the skin. The face will get rid of puffiness, will look younger, the tone and structure of the skin will be evened out. At 2 tbsp. l. of grated cucumber mass you need to take one tablespoon of any milk, low-fat cottage cheese, finely chopped garden parsley. Pour in a dessert spoon of olive oil, stir and use as usual. Wash off the cucumber mask first with warm water, then with a cosmetic product (foam, milk).
Cucumber and potatoes
The cucumber-potato mask gives the skin a wonderful brightening and refreshing effect. The potato tuber must be raw. At 2 tbsp. l. cucumber puree, take an equal amount of grated raw potatoes. Tightening, tone, radiance - this is the result of a course of using a cucumber mask at home.
Cucumber, gelatin and milk
Gelatin masks give excellent results on aging skin. To prepare a homemade cosmetic product you need one medium-sized cucumber, two tablespoons. spoons of gelatin powder, six tablespoons of milk.
Pour milk over gelatin and dissolve over heat after swelling. Puree the cucumber and squeeze the juice through cheesecloth. Mix cucumber juice and warm gelatin and apply the mixture to your face. Exposure time is from 30 to 40 minutes.
Your face will be pleased with its freshness and instant visual lift. The mask relieves swelling, whitens, tones. To achieve a lasting effect, use twice a week.
Cucumber masks for dry skin
Cucumber also works great on dry skin. Cucumber masks at home can be made with sour cream, yolk, cream, carrots, oatmeal, rose water.
Cucumber and sour cream
Mix the main components of the mask in equal proportions, place in the refrigerator for 10 minutes, and apply to the face. Additional cooling will enhance the tonic effect of cucumber juice.
Cucumber, yolk and butter
Fatty egg yolk perfectly nourishes dry sensitive skin. It needs to be mixed with 2 tbsp. l. cucumber puree, 1 tsp. cosmetic (wheat germ, almond, peach) or olive mass and apply to the face.
Cucumber, cream, sour cream, parsley, olive oil
The rich composition of this homemade cucumber mask will perfectly moisturize and nourish dry skin. After the procedure, wrinkles will become less noticeable, the face will lighten slightly and acquire a uniform color.
The ingredients, including parsley, must be mixed in a blender in approximately equal proportions. Apply a homogeneous mixture to your face, after 20 minutes wash with warm water. Rinse skin quickly with cold water.
Cucumber, cream and rose water
Beat three tbsp. l. cucumber juice with an equal volume of cream and rose water. Apply the mixture all over your face. After washing off the mask, treat the skin with a cotton pad soaked in rose water.
Cucumber, carrots, rolled oats
A mask based on cucumber pulp mixed with ground rolled oats and fresh grated carrots perfectly whitens, moisturizes and nourishes. You will need three spoons of pureed vegetables, one spoon of ground oatmeal. If the mixture seems thick, it can be diluted with milk or cream.
Cucumber masks are inexpensive, but allow you to get a quick visual effect. They wonderfully heal the skin, giving it a radiance of beauty and freshness.
Dear ladies, do you want to maintain moisturized, tightened, smoothed, velvety and fresh facial skin without age spots for as long as possible? “I don’t have the time and money to visit beauty salons and undergo anti-aging facial procedures,” you say.
However, you can significantly improve the condition of your skin at home almost “for free”, and a simple face mask made from fresh cucumber will help with this. It is cucumbers - full of nourishing moisture and vitamins - that can transform tired, dehydrated, porous and dull skin, as well as save you from such troubles as age spots.
Just imagine the light, fresh, tonic aroma of cucumber pulp: such aromatherapy helps to cheer you up and restore a good mood even on gray days.
Have you already imagined that fresh, light aroma that a cut vegetable exudes?
What are the benefits of a homemade cucumber mask?
Cucumber is a vegetable that is rich in vitamins necessary for the skin such as B1, B6, B9, A, C, PP. And its rich mineral composition, which includes iodine, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, etc., complements the positive properties of the miracle product.
Cucumber masks moisturize, saturate with vitamins and refresh the skin, and also smooth out premature wrinkles.
In addition, cucumber contains substances that promote a slight whitening effect and even out the complexion. Therefore, you don’t have to go far for beauty - except perhaps to the nearest store for cucumbers.
How to make a mask from cucumbers: the secret of home cosmetology
Despite the fact that cucumbers are now displayed on display all year round, it is advisable to buy them during the natural ripening season (summer): at this time they do not contain nitrates or harmful additives. If you bought cucumbers in a supermarket and are not sure about their environmental friendliness, you need to soak the vegetable in cold water for an hour and a half, wash it thoroughly and remove the peel.
Before using any mask, you need to cleanse your face of makeup and impurities. The effect of the cucumber mask will be enhanced if, before applying the beneficial composition, you steam the skin over a container of hot water (during the steam bath, be careful not to burn your facial skin).
Moisturizing cucumber mask: home recipe
To effectively moisturize your facial skin you will need one small cucumber (if the fruit is large, then half will be enough).
To prepare the mask, just grate a fresh cucumber on a fine grater, enjoying its pleasant, refreshing aroma along the way. Additionally, cut two thin rings to relieve eye fatigue.
Apply a thick layer of the cucumber mask to the skin of the face, and place the cucumber circles on closed eyelids (it is better to lie down during the cosmetic procedure).
This mask is suitable for all skin types.
Nourishing anti-wrinkle mask made from cucumber and sour cream
To prepare the mask, half a medium-sized cucumber and a tablespoon of sour cream are enough.
Grate the fruit on a fine grater and mix the cucumber mixture with a tablespoon of sour cream.
Apply the rejuvenating mask to your face and wait 20 - 30 minutes.
The composition may flow and slide off - prepare a napkin for wiping away smudges.
After half an hour, remove the remaining mask with a napkin and rinse your face with warm water.
The magical effect of such a mask is noticeable from the very first procedure - the face will become more tender, fresh and toned. A mask of sour cream and cucumbers is more suitable for dry and normal skin.
Acne mask made from egg, cucumber and honey
To prepare such a mask for oily skin, use egg white, and for dry skin it is better to make a mask with only egg yolk.
Prepare half a medium cucumber and grate the vegetable on a fine grater.
Add the yolk or white of one egg to the cucumber mixture, depending on your skin type.
Carefully move the mask while lightly whisking the egg-cucumber mixture.
Add a teaspoon of honey to the base for the mask and mix thoroughly again.
- Apply the mask to cleansed and steamed facial skin.
- Keep the cucumber mask with protein for about half an hour - the mask will dry out and tighten the pores. For normal and dry skin, keep the mixture with yolk for about 20 - 30 minutes.
- After this, remove the remaining mask with a napkin and rinse the skin thoroughly with warm water.
As a result of the influence of this composition, oily, porous skin will be transformed: excess sebum will disappear from its surface, pores will tighten, fine wrinkles will even out and complexion will improve.
Dry and normal skin will receive deep hydration, flaking will disappear, complexion will even out, it will become smooth and silky.
Any cucumber mask can be used 3-4 times a week, enjoying its pleasant aroma and refreshing effect.
A face mask made from fresh cucumbers is easy to prepare, instantly produces an effect, relieves tension and is absolutely indispensable for modern women living in eternal time pressure. Simple recipes turn out to be extremely effective. Suitable for oily skin, eliminate excessive dryness, remove signs of fatigue - in general, they are almost universal.
The secret to efficiency
It's all about the composition of this simple vegetable. It consists of 80% water, but the remaining 20% contains a lot of substances useful for the skin. Cucumber pulp is a real treasure trove of elements that transform the skin:
- vitamin A is very important for dry skin - moisturizes, eliminates tightness and flaking;
- riboflavin restores proper skin breathing;
- thiamine rejuvenates, protects the skin from external influences;
- folic acid eliminates acne and pimples;
- pantothenic acid helps smooth out small wrinkles and makes deeper ones almost invisible;
- pyridoxine stimulates cellular metabolism;
- tocopherol promotes cell renewal;
- ascorbic acid restores skin elasticity;
- phylloquinone helps relieve redness, eliminates swelling, and gets rid of age spots;
- biotin accelerates the regeneration of damaged tissues;
- Niacin gives the skin a fresh look.
The incredible effect that a cucumber face mask has is also due to the content of mineral salts, enzymes, and organic acids, which are widely used in cosmetology for skin rejuvenation. Cucumbers contain no irritating components, so products based on them are suitable even for those with a particularly delicate and fine texture.
The benefits of masks
What are the benefits of a cucumber mask? The juice of these aromatic vegetables moisturizes, refreshes, tones, and soothes.
- A whitening mask based on them is considered one of the most effective: regular application of this composition eliminates freckles, evens out the complexion, making areas with increased pigmentation less noticeable.
- Due to the fact that the pH level of cucumbers is equal to the acid-base balance of the skin, products prepared on their basis have a beneficial effect on the skin and do not lead to an allergic reaction.
- A cucumber mask at home is an excellent way to eliminate excessive oiliness, prevent inflammation and tighten pores. The use of a product made from cucumber and protein is especially effective.
- Dark circles under the eyes and bags are a fairly common problem. A very popular way to eliminate them is to apply cucumber slices to the eyes and periocular area. Juicing fresh vegetables can get rid of even minor bruises.
- Will a cucumber mask help with acne? If they are severe, you will have to use medications, but if the problem is minor, it will be quite enough to wipe clean skin with a slice of fresh cucumber.
- For increased dryness, cucumber juice is no less effective than an expensive moisturizing mask.
- At the first signs of wilting, cucumber can be used as a tonic and restores skin elasticity.
- Hyperpigmentation and decreased pigmentation lead to the appearance of unsightly spots. With such a problem, this wonderful vegetable will be the first assistant, especially in cases of allergies, when the use of medications is impossible.
- Acne, areas of inflammation, skin irritation - if you have these problems, it is also recommended to use cucumber juice.
Are there any contraindications?
A cucumber face mask at home should be prepared without chemical ingredients and the addition of medications - in this case, its use cannot lead to side effects. Cucumber masks purchased ready-made can cause undesirable effects if they contain aggressive components or allergens.
Proper preparation and use
How to make a cucumber mask to get maximum effect?
To prepare it, it is better to take pre-chilled vegetables. It must be washed, cut into thin slices, and covered with them on the skin of the face. During the procedure, it is recommended to take a horizontal position: relaxed muscles will better absorb nutrients, and the slices will not fall all the time.
If you only need cucumber juice, it can be easily obtained by using a juicer or simply grating cucumbers and squeezing them, placing them in a piece of clean gauze.
Another option: pour the pureed cucumber with plain water and use the resulting solution as a means to wash or wipe your face.
It is also important to know how long to keep the cucumber mask on:
- When applied to the eyes, a quarter of an hour is enough.
- If slices are used, they should be kept longer - 20-25 minutes.
- Cucumber juice should not be washed off - it is perfectly absorbed.
Best Recipes
Recipe 1
Chop or grate a small fresh cucumber, mix with clay (preferably white, about 1/2 spoon), add boiled water. The mass should resemble thick porridge. Cover the skin with an even layer and leave until slightly dry. Rinse off with cool water.
Recipe 2
Refreshing face masks are suitable for tired skin. They perfectly tone, smooth out fine wrinkles, and eliminate sagging. One of the most effective recipes: mix rose water and cucumber juice in equal proportions, add a little cream and whip into a light foam. Cover the skin with the mixture, leave for about a quarter of an hour, then remove with a paper towel. To get a better effect, you can wipe your skin with rose water.
Recipe 3
Cucumber juice even saves you from swelling and eye fatigue. The vegetable must first be placed in the freezer and taken out just before the start of the procedure. After cutting several thin slices, you need to put them on your eyelids. After 15 minutes, swelling will subside, signs of fatigue will become less noticeable, and a fresh skin color will be restored.
Recipe 4
A mask of cucumber and lemon will get rid of bags under the eyes, smooth out crow's feet, and moisturize the skin. To prepare it you will need half a cucumber or one small vegetable, a few drops of lemon juice. Citrus juice is added to the grated cucumber, kept in the cold for several minutes (or in the freezer), after which cotton swabs are soaked in the resulting mixture and applied to the skin under the eyes. After a quarter of an hour, the eye area should be rinsed with cold water.
Recipe 5
A composition based on cucumber and parsley is effective for both the eye area and other areas of the face. It has a whitening, toning, rejuvenating effect. To obtain the mixture, you must first prepare a parsley infusion. To do this, pour boiling water over the chopped greens for half an hour. 50 ml of the strained product is added to the grated cucumber and the entire facial skin is lubricated with the pulp.
Recipe 6
The composition of cucumber and oatmeal moisturizes, soothes, tones, restores skin elasticity and gives it a beautiful healthy look. Finely grated cucumber is mixed with a glass of oatmeal and yogurt. You should get a homogeneous thick mass. After the procedure, you can cleanse the skin with cucumber lotion.
Recipe 7
A mask made from cucumbers and sour cream is suitable for thoroughly moisturizing any skin type. The ingredients must be taken in equal proportions. The best results are obtained by adding a small amount of rose water to the mixture.
Recipe 8
Redness and age spots can be eliminated using a remedy prepared from a mixture of cucumber and honey with parsley infusion.
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Application:
Clean your face of makeup, wash and pat dry. Apply the mask with a cotton swab for 25-30 minutes. Remove the remaining mask with warm water using a cotton pad. Instead of toner, wipe your face with mineral water or sprinkle with thermal water. Do not wipe with a towel. Do not apply cream.
Frequency of use– 1-3 times a week
Cucumber Moisturizer
Ingredients:
Cucumber puree – 4 tbsp
White beeswax – 3 tbsp.
Almond oil – 2 tbsp.
Preparation:
Prepare cucumber puree: grind the cucumber in a blender until smooth. Melt the beeswax in a water bath and cool slightly. In a ceramic or crystal bowl, mix white beeswax, cucumber puree and almond oil. Mix thoroughly and leave in a water bath for 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
Cool, strain and beat into a mousse. Store in a cool, dry place.
Action:
Moisturizes, nourishes, tones, saturates with microelements, improves complexion.
Indications:
For all skin types.
Application:
Apply the prepared cream after cleansing your face or after a mask.
Frequency of use– daily
Whitening mask with cucumber
Ingredients:
Cucumber puree – 2 tbsp
Boiling water – 1 drain.
Preparation:
Prepare cucumber puree: grind the cucumber in a blender, first removing the peel. Place cucumber puree in a fireproof bowl and pour boiling water over it. Let it brew for 4 hours. Decant the water and collect the wet cucumber pulp in a separate bowl.
Action:
Whitens, nourishes, mattifies, improves complexion
Indications:
For normal, dry and combination skin.
Application:
Clean your face of makeup, wash and pat dry. Apply the mask in a thick layer for 15-20 minutes. Remove the remaining mask with warm water. Wipe your face with mineral or thermal water and apply cream.
Frequency of use– 2-3 times a week.
Cucumber, honey and cottage cheese mask
Ingredients:
Cucumber juice – 2 tbsp
Honey – 1 tbsp.
Cottage cheese – 1 tbsp.
Preparation:
Prepare cucumber juice. Melt honey in a water bath and cool to room temperature. Grind the cottage cheese in a blender and beat until it has a light mousse consistency. In a ceramic or crystal bowl to prepare the mask, mix honey and curd mass, add cucumber juice and mix thoroughly.
Action:
Nourishes, tones, saturates with microelements, improves complexion, removes redness, heals
Indications:
For thin and sensitive skin.
Application:
Clean your face of makeup, wash and pat dry. Apply the mask in a thick layer for 10-15 minutes. Remove the remaining mask with cold water using a cotton pad. Instead of toner, wipe your face with mineral water or sprinkle with thermal water. Do not wipe with a towel. Do not apply cream.
Frequency of use– 1-3 times a week
Cucumber mask for oily skin with apple and cream
Ingredients:
Cucumber puree – 2 tbsp
Applesauce – 2 tbsp.
Cream 15% – 1 tsp.
Preparation:
Unpeeled cucumber, grate on a fine grater. Peel the apple, remove the seeds and grate it on a fine grater. In a bowl for preparing the mask, mix apple and cucumber puree, add cold cream and mix thoroughly.
Action:
Nourishes, tones, saturates with microelements, mattifies, tightens pores
Indications:
For oily skin.
Application:
Apply a thick layer to washed and dry skin for 10-15 minutes.
Remove the remaining mask with cold water using a cotton pad. Instead of toner, wipe your face with mineral water or sprinkle with thermal water. Do not wipe with a towel. Apply light cream.
Frequency of use– 1-3 times a week
Cucumber mask for acne with honey and calendula
Ingredients:
Cucumber puree – 3 tbsp
Honey – 1 tbsp.
Calendula tincture – 1 tbsp.
Preparation:
Prepare cucumber puree: grind the cucumber in a blender, first removing the peel. Melt honey in a water bath and cool to room temperature. In a ceramic or crystal bowl, mix honey and cucumber puree, add calendula tincture and mix thoroughly.
Action:
Mattifies, dries, tones, improves complexion, removes redness, heals
Indications:
For oily and problem skin.
Application:
Clean your face of makeup, wash and pat dry. Apply the mask in a thick layer for 10-15 minutes. Remove the remaining mask with cool water using a cotton pad. Instead of toner, wipe your face with mineral water or sprinkle with thermal water. Do not wipe with a towel. Apply a cream that suits your skin type.
Frequency of use– 1-3 times a week
Cucumber mask for sensitive skin with herbs
Ingredients:
Cucumber – 1 piece
Mint leaves – 2 pcs
Basil leaves – 2 pcs.
Chamomile tincture – 2 tbsp.
Preparation:
Pour boiling water over the chamomile and let it brew for about half an hour. Strain through cheesecloth. Peel the cucumber, cut it and put it in a blender. Add mint and basil leaves to it and grind. Place the resulting mixture in a bowl for preparing the mask and add chamomile tincture. Mix thoroughly.
Action:
Moisturizes, tones, improves complexion, nourishes
Indications:
For dry and irritation-prone skin.
Application:
Clean your face of makeup, wash and pat dry. Apply the mask in a thick layer for 15-20 minutes. Remove the remaining mask with warm water using a cotton pad. Instead of toner, wipe your face with mineral water or sprinkle with thermal water. Do not wipe with a towel. Do not apply the cream for two hours.
Frequency of use– 2-3 times a week
Cleansing face mask with cucumber and oatmeal
Ingredients:
Cucumber – 1 piece
Oatmeal – 2-3 tbsp.
Preparation:
Prepare cucumber puree: grind the cucumber in a blender, first removing the peel. Place cucumber puree in a ceramic or crystal bowl (do not drain the juice) and, stirring, add oatmeal until the mixture resembles a thick paste.
Action:
Indications:
Application:
Clean your face of makeup, wash and pat dry. Apply the mask in a thick layer for 15-20 minutes. Remove the remaining mask with warm water using a cotton pad. Instead of toner, wipe your face with mineral water or sprinkle with thermal water. Do not wipe with a towel. Apply a cream that suits your skin type.
Frequency of use– 1-3 times a week
Cucumber mask for oily skin with potatoes
Ingredients:
Cucumber – 1 piece
Potatoes (small) – 1 piece
Preparation:
Prepare cucumber puree: grind the cucumber in a blender, first removing the peel. Also peel and grate the potatoes. Place cucumber puree in a ceramic or crystal bowl (do not drain the juice) and add grated potatoes. Mix thoroughly.
Action:
Nourishes, mattifies, improves complexion, tightens pores
Indications:
For oily and combination skin.
Application:
Clean your face of makeup, wash and pat dry. Apply the mask in a thick layer for 10-15 minutes. Remove the remaining mask with warm water using a cotton pad. Instead of toner, wipe your face with mineral water or sprinkle with thermal water. Do not wipe with a towel. Do not apply cream.
Frequency of use– 2-3 times a week
Whitening mask with cucumber and parsley
Ingredients:
Cucumber – 1 piece
Parsley – 50 gr.
Yogurt without fillers – 4 tbsp.
Preparation:
Sort the parsley and separate the leaves from the large stems. Peel the cucumber, cut it and put it in a blender. Add parsley leaves to it. Grind. Place the resulting mixture in a ceramic or crystal bowl to prepare the mask and add yogurt. Mix thoroughly.
Action:
Moisturizes, tones, improves complexion, whitens, mattifies
Indications:
For skin with pigmentation and freckles.
Application:
Clean your face of makeup, wash and pat dry. Apply the mask in a thick layer for 15-20 minutes. Rinse off with cool boiled or mineral water. Instead of toner, sprinkle your face with thermal water. Do not wipe with a towel. Apply a cream that suits your skin type.
Frequency of use– 1-3 times a week
Mask of cucumbers, honey and brewer's yeast
Ingredients:
Cucumber puree – 3 tbsp
Honey – 1 tsp.
Brewer's yeast – 1 tbsp.
Oats – 1 tbsp.
Sour cream – 2 tbsp.
Preparation:
Mix beer yeast with oats, cover and place in a dark place for 20-25 minutes. Prepare cucumber puree. Melt honey in a water bath and cool to room temperature. In a ceramic or crystal bowl, mix cucumber puree, honey and sour cream, mix well. Then add oats with yeast and mix thoroughly again.
Action:
Moisturizes, improves complexion, removes redness, heals, tones.
Indications:
For sensitive and dry skin prone to redness
Application:
Clean your face of makeup, wash and pat dry. Apply the mask in a thick layer for 20 minutes. Rinse off with cool boiled or mineral water. Instead of toner, sprinkle your face with thermal water. Do not wipe with a towel. Apply a cream that suits your skin type.
Frequency of use– 1-3 times a week
Cucumber, oatmeal and mint mask
Ingredients:
Cucumber puree – 3 tbsp
Oatmeal – 3 tbsp.
Yogurt – 1 tsp.
Cream – 2 tsp.
Mint leaves – 4-5 pcs
Lemon juice – ½ tsp.
Preparation:
Prepare cucumber puree. Steam the oatmeal with boiling water, cover with a lid and leave for 5-10 minutes. Then cool. Remove the yogurt and cream from the refrigerator in advance so that they are at room temperature. Chop the mint leaves very finely. In a ceramic or crystal bowl, mix cucumber puree, prepared mint and oatmeal. Grind well and add yoghurt and cream. Stir until smooth and carefully pour in lemon juice. Mix well again.
Action:
Moisturizes, improves complexion, tones, nourishes
Indications:
Suitable for all skin types
Application:
Clean your face of makeup, wash and pat dry. Apply the mask in a thick layer for 20-25 minutes. Rinse off with warm water. Instead of tonic, sprinkle your face with thermal water or wipe with mineral water. Do not wipe with a towel. Apply a cream that suits your skin type.
Frequency of use– 2-3 times a week
Cucumber and lanolin face mask
Ingredients:
Cucumber puree – 3 tbsp.
Lanolin – 1 tsp.
Preparation:
Prepare cucumber puree: grind the cucumber in a blender, first removing the peel. In a ceramic or crystal bowl, mix cucumber puree and lanolin. The result will be a thick and greasy mass. Drain off the excess juice and use the remaining pulp as a mask.
Action:
Lightens pigment spots, whitens, improves complexion
Indications:
For dry skin
Application:
Clean your face of makeup, wash and pat dry. Apply the mask in a thin layer for 10-15 minutes. Rinse off with warm water. Instead of tonic, sprinkle your face with thermal water or wipe with mineral water. Do not wipe with a towel. Do not apply cream.
Frequency of use– 2-3 times a week
Nourishing mask of cucumber, carrots and oatmeal
Ingredients:
Cucumber puree – 3 tbsp.
Carrot puree – 3 tbsp.
Sour milk – 1 tbsp.
Oatmeal – 1 tsp.
Preparation:
Prepare cucumber puree: grind the cucumber in a blender, first removing the peel. Peel the carrots and grate them onto the finest grater. In a ceramic or crystal bowl, mix cucumber and carrot puree, add sour milk and oatmeal. Mix everything very thoroughly.
Action:
Lightens pigment spots, whitens, improves complexion, moisturizes, nourishes
Indications:
For dry, normal and combination skin
Application:
Clean your face of makeup, wash and pat dry. Apply the mask in a thick layer for 15-20 minutes. Rinse off with warm water. Instead of tonic, sprinkle your face with thermal water or wipe with mineral water. Do not wipe with a towel. Apply the lightest cream; if this is not available, it is better not to use the cream.
Frequency of use– 1-2 times a week.
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Hello! From this article you will learn about the beneficial properties of cucumber for our skin and how to prepare simple and very effective facial cosmetics from it at home. In the summer, it is so nice to refresh and moisturize your skin by using cucumber face masks. These inexpensive but natural effective remedies can relieve many skin problems. These homemade masks are suitable for any skin, since the composition of cucumber is neutral.
Composition of cucumber
It's no secret that cucumber pulp consists of 80% water. But the rest is a rich mineral and vitamin complex, in particular:
- groups of vitamins B, A, C, H, K, E, PP and others;
- organic acids;
- antioxidants;
- calcium;
- iron;
- phosphorus;
- magnesium;
- selenium;
- copper and others.
All these substances have a beneficial effect on the skin. The composition does not contain irritating or aggressive substances, which is suitable even for thin skin of the eye sockets.
The benefits and effectiveness of fresh cucumber masks for facial skin
Cucumber masks provide excellent skin care, since the pulp and skin of this vegetable are a real natural treasure. As a result, the epidermis is moisturized, calmed, rejuvenated, and toned.
Useful properties include:
- cucumber face masks at home perfectly eliminates oily shine, tightens pores and regulates sebum production;
- thin circles of cucumbers applied to the eye sockets contribute to the rapid disappearance of dark circles and puffiness under the eyes;
- cucumber compositions have an excellent whitening effect, even out skin tone and restore a healthy appearance;
- a simple cucumber mask will quickly help dry, irritated skin;
- aging skin will become elastic, tightened, fine wrinkles will disappear if you regularly use masks made from cucumber pulp;
- Simply rubbing your face with a slice of fresh cucumber will help get rid of acne;
- vegetable juice can quickly lighten freckles and age spots;
- The pH level of the juice corresponds to the acid-base balance of the skin, so masks rarely cause allergic reactions.
The effect of natural cucumber masks is almost immediate. Results can be seen after the first procedure.
For maximum effect, you need to select the composition of the mask according to your skin type.
Pros and cons of cucumber masks
Let's compare everything for And against in the table below:
| Pros | Cons |
| High effectiveness of masks | To achieve a lasting and visible result, you must undergo a certain course of procedures. |
| Easy preparation | |
| Simple and natural composition | |
| Budget-friendly compared to salon beauty treatments | |
| Versatility: suitable for all skin types and all ages | |
| Can be used warm or cold | |
| Wide selection of recipes with various additional ingredients |
Indications for use
Like any cosmetic products, fresh cucumber masks have their own indications for use:
- very oily or extremely dry skin;
- strong pigmentation and freckles;
- skin;
- first signs of aging;
- impurities on the skin (blackheads);
- enlarged pores;
- irritated, reddened skin;
- if there is a feeling of tightness or dryness on the face;
- deep age wrinkles;
- morning swelling ();
- prevention of the first signs of aging.
How to properly prepare and use a cucumber mask
The easiest way to prepare a cucumber face mask at home is to cut the vegetable into thin slices without removing the peel. Cover your previously cleansed face with them. For convenience and maximum effect, it is better to lie down during the procedure, as relaxed muscles have increased absorption capacity.
Cucumber for cosmetic purposes should be taken chilled, thoroughly washed and dried.
Often, juice is required to prepare a mask. In this case, the vegetable can be passed through a juicer or, after grating it, simply squeeze out the juice.
To achieve the desired result, you must follow the recommended procedure time:
- cucumber juice is perfectly absorbed, so there is no need to rinse it off;
- keep masks on the eyes for no more than 20 minutes;
- The cucumber slices should be kept on the face for up to half an hour.
In the morning it is very useful to wash your face with water with the addition of grated fresh cucumber.
If the mask contains other components besides cucumber, then be sure to do an allergy test before applying it. To do this, you need to apply a little product to the skin of your wrist, wait a little and rinse. If no irritation appears, then the mask can be used for its intended purpose.
Eye area
The skin of the eye sockets is very delicate and is the first to show age by becoming covered with fine wrinkles. Therefore, it requires careful regular care. Cucumbers will moisturize and brighten this area of the face well.
For eye masks, you usually use pure cucumber, placing thin circles of the vegetable on your closed eyes. Also, sometimes they make lotions from cucumber juice or apply a paste of juicy pulp to the skin.
Unlike many homemade cosmetics, cucumbers can and should be used to care for the delicate skin of the eye sockets.
This will help prevent:
- swelling;
- dark;
- relieve fatigue;
- smooth out small "".
Mask recipes
To make yourself a cucumber mask, you don’t need to have any special skills. It is enough to follow the recipe.
It is better to use seasonal cucumbers grown without chemicals. If you take a low-quality product, you can harm your skin.
To enhance the effect, additional ingredients are often introduced into the recipe, which must also be environmentally friendly and fresh.
Anti-aging
Cucumber masks for wrinkles moisturize, nourish the deep layers of the dermis and smooth out the structure well.
With potatoes
- 1 tbsp. l. cucumber gruel;
- 1 tbsp. l. grated potatoes.
Mix the ingredients well and apply to a clean face. After 20 minutes, wash and apply cream.
With honey
- 2 tbsp. l. honey (flower);
- 2 small cucumbers (grated).
Mix the ingredients thoroughly and apply to a clean face. After 20 minutes, wash with cool water and apply cream.
With cream and rose water
- 2 tbsp. l. rose water and cucumber juice;
- 1 tbsp. l. cream 30% fat.
Mix liquids in a ceramic bowl. We begin to beat the mixture with a mixer, gradually adding cream. The result is an airy foam mass, which we distribute over the face and leave for a quarter of an hour. Cleanse your face with cool boiled water. After the procedure, additional moisturizing is not required.
With milk
- 0.5 tbsp. milk;
- ¼ tbsp. cucumber juice.
Mix milk with juice. Apply this aromatic product to your face morning and evening. Before this, we cleanse our face of cosmetics and accumulated dirt using any means.
With oatmeal
- 2 tbsp. l. cucumber (grated);
- 2 tsp. natural honey;
- 0.5 egg yolk (raw);
- 1 tbsp. l. warm oatmeal;
- 2 tbsp. l. milk (warm).
Mix the ingredients until smooth and apply to the face. Remove after 15 minutes. After the procedure, the skin becomes fresh, tightened and elastic.
With parsley
- 1 bunch of chopped parsley;
- 1 grated cucumber.
Pour the chopped greens with a small amount of boiling water and leave for 60 minutes. Then filter and mix with grated cucumber. We regularly wipe our face with the resulting product throughout the week. This is a very effective home remedy with a tonic effect.
With white clay
- 1 part grated cucumber;
- 2 parts cosmetic clay (white);
- warm water.
Mix the ingredients to make a mask with a consistency similar to sour cream. Apply the mixture to the face, neck and décolleté for 20 minutes. Rinse everything thoroughly with clean water.
For pimples and acne
A cucumber face mask for acne will help you quickly get rid of this problem. Inflammations will disappear, the skin will smooth out and the complexion will even out.
With egg white and butter
- 1 small cucumber;
- 1 protein (raw);
- 3-4 drops of olive (almond) oil.
Grate the washed vegetable and beat the protein into a light foam. Combine the prepared ingredients and mix with butter. Distribute the mixture evenly over the cleansed face. Remove with warm water after 20 minutes.
With cottage cheese
- 1 cucumber (juice);
- 2 tbsp. l. low-fat cottage cheese.
Grind cottage cheese with cucumber juice and apply to cleansed face. We wait 15-20 minutes, remove with plain water and apply nourishing cream.
Cucumber
- 1 cucumber (grated).
Three washed fruit on a fine grater. Spread the paste all over your face for a quarter of an hour. Then we wash our face and apply nourishing cream.
With aloe
- 2 tbsp. l. cucumber mass;
- 1 tbsp. l. chilled aloe juice;
- 1 tbsp. l. garlic or potato juice;
- 1 tsp. honey
Mix all the components of the mask thoroughly. We apply it, especially carefully going through problem areas. And after 15 minutes, cleanse your face with cool water.
Whitening products with cucumber
If your face is pigmented or red, the following masks will help lighten it.
With lemon
- 3 medium cucumbers;
- 1 tbsp. l. juice from lemon.
Grate 1 washed cucumber with its peel and mix with lemon juice. Warm up the mixture and apply it warm to a cleansed face. Squeeze the juice out of the remaining cucumbers and soak a piece of gauze in it. Apply it on top of the mask for a quarter of an hour. Remove with warm water and apply nourishing cream.
With yogurt and parsley
- 1 peeled cucumber;
- 4 tbsp. l. natural yoghurt (no sugar);
- 50 gr. parsley leaves.
Place the parsley and randomly chopped cucumber in a bowl and puree with a blender. Mix the resulting mass with yogurt and apply it in a thick ball onto your cleansed face. After 20 minutes, rinse off the product with mineral water and treat the skin with an appropriate cream.
Mask for oily skin with avocado and protein
- 0.5 medium cucumber;
- 1 egg white (raw);
- 0.5 pcs. ripe soft avocado;
- 2 tsp. powdered milk.
Peel and rub the washed avocados with cucumber. Add protein and milk powder to the green puree, mix until smooth. Place the mixture in the refrigerator for half an hour. Then we apply it for half an hour, and then remove it with cool water.
Mask for dry skin with sour cream
- 2 tbsp. l. bold ;
- 1 small cucumber.
Grate the cucumber, squeeze out the excess juice, mix with sour cream. Apply the product to cleansed facial skin for a quarter of an hour. After the procedure, wash everything off with warm water. To maintain a permanent effect, the mask is done 2-3 times a week.
Moisturizing mint-basil
- 1 tbsp. l. grated cucumber;
- 1 tsp each chopped basil and mint leaves.
Combine grated cucumber with finely chopped herbs. Grind a little so that the leaves release more juice. Apply to the face, and after 15-20 minutes rinse with cool water.
Eye mask for dark circles and puffiness
- 2 thin mugs of fresh cucumber;
- 1-2 tbsp. l. green tea or fresh milk.
We clean the eyelids and skin around the eyes of cosmetics. Place cucumber circles under the eyes. Soak cotton pads in cold green tea (milk) and place on top. Remove the mask after 20 minutes. No need to wash.
Useful properties of a cucumber mask.
