Benefits of cucumber on the skin

Cucumbers have been connected to skincare for millennia. These are the things to layer on eyes, mush on skin, and drink to cleanse. But what are the benefits and what are the best products that contain cucumber?

According to Astridanaturals, there are two main key benefits:

Hydrating and Anti-Inflammatory
Cucumber contains polysaccharides that are also found in aloe vera and are responsible for the hydrating and anti-inflammatory benefits of cucumbers. Polysaccharides create a gel-like layer on your skin that acts as a barrier to attract and keep moisture in.

Cooling and Astringent
Cucumbers are naturally cooling and astringent. Use fresh cucumber slices under your eyes to tighten and sooth the delicate skin there. The cooling effects of cucumber are great for calming sensitive skin types. Astringent properties help to balance oily skin and improve the appearance of large pores and acne.

Dr. Spiller Biomimetic Skin Care Cleansing Milk with Cucumber Extract is a gentle non-greasy cleanser formulated with Cucumber Extracts to purify and revitalize, removing excess oils, impurities and make-up to help prevent future skin problems.

With its water base, this product is ideal for oily, combination skin with enlarged pores and impure skin prone to acne.

A refreshing cleansing milk with Cucumber Extract as an astringent to purify the skin and reduce inflammations by removing excess oils and impurities. Skin pH is balanced and acne breakouts are reduced. Use morning and evening by applying a generous amount to the face, neck and décolleté. Massage in with circular movements using the fingertips, let act and remove by rinsing thoroughly with warm water. Follow with appropriate toner.

Active ingredients:

• Cucumber Extract
• Arginine