Cucumbers have a very high water content of around 96% and are excellent body rehydrators. It contains ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) and caffeic acid, fiber, along with minerals like silica, potassium and magnesium. One should eat lots of it, especially in summer. A widely cultivated vegetable in India, it has a cooling and refreshing effect on the body. This nature’s cool customer is also a beauty enhancer.
CUCUMBER FOR BEAUTY & HEALTH
Cucumber for preventing pimples & blackheads
Grated cucumber, applied over the face and neck for 15 to 20 minutes, works as an excellent tonic. Regular usage prevents pimples, blackheads and dryness of face.
Cucumber to enliven a dull complexion
Add a dash of lime juice and rose water to cucumber juice and apply it over the facial skin to brighten a dull & greasy complexion.
Cucumber for a glowing skin
A lotion of equal quantities of cucumber juice and milk with a few drops of rose water, applied on the face for 15 to 20 minutes, will keep sensitive skin soft and glowing. This lotion also has a mild bleaching effect.
Cucumber to remove dark circles
Add 1 tsp cucumber juice to 1 tsp potato juice. Apply this to the skin around your eyes very gently, taking care not to pull or stretch it. Then relax for 15 minutes. This is quite effective in removing the dark circles under the eyes.
Cucumber as a toner
Mix the juice extracted from cucumber, lemon, and orange with equal volumes of rosewater, glycerin and honey. This could them be applied to the skin to tone it and to promote its youthfulness and health.
Cucumber for hair growth
Drinking a mixture of cucumber juice and that of carrot regularly stimulates hair growth. The high content of silicon and sulphur in cucumber juice nourishes the hair, nails and skin.
Cucumber to minimize hair damage caused by swimming
Swimming in a pool with chlorinated water can cause much damage to your hair also. Try this treatment to keep chlorine damage to the minimum. Blend together 1 egg, 3-4 tbsp worth of olive oil and 1 quarter peeled cucumber. Spread evenly through your hair, leave on for 10 minutes, and then thoroughly rinse.
Cucumber to cure blemishes
Intake of cucumber juice as well as applying a mixture of equal quantities of cucumber juice, rosewater and 70% alcohol is effective in curing disfiguring black spots and blemishes, especially caused by mosquito & other insect bites.
Cucmber yoghurt face mask
Refer the post Cucumber and yoghurt face pack
Cucumber for sore throats
Gargling with fresh cucumber juice several times daily serves as a soothing, cooling and healing remedy for painful sore throats.
Cucumber as a laxative
Cucumber juice exhibits mild laxative and diuretic activities, also a valuable food medicine for hyperacidity of the stomach. It clears the bowels and increases the flow of urine.
Cucumber for puffy, tired eyes
When the eyes are subjected to overstrain, like being exposed to strong fumes or dusty atmosphere, very bright light & prolonged use of contact lenses - the eyes often become swollen, itchy and painful. Applying a simple eye pad using slices of cucumber over the eyelids and lying down in quiet and preferably dark room will bring a quick & healing relief.
Cucumber for weight loss
Cucumber being very high in minerals and low in calorific value, it is highly valued for weight reduction. So those who wish to reduce weight can bite into a juicy cucumber, whenever they feel a pang of hunger, instead of munching any other junk food. A liberal intake of the juice is particularly helpful to diabetic patients who are overweight.
Cucumber in dieting
A mono-dieting consisting exclusively of cucumber or an occasional fasting using cucumber juice will ensure the cleanliness of the internal system - which is absolutely essential for good health.
Cucumber to increase your fiber intake
Adding a cool cucumber to your salads is a good way to increase your fiber intake, as it is loaded with fiber and lots of extra fluid needed while consuming more fiber.
Cucumber for rheumatics
Cucumber juice is also beneficial in the treatment of rheumatic conditions.
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Category: Cosmetic value of vegetables, fruits, herbs etc.
See also: Know your skin type / Simple ways of acquiring a clear & blemish free skin / Lemon as a beauty aid / Milk for health & beauty / Buttermilk for beauty / Aloe vera, the wonder herb / Hand and Nail Care / Beauty Masks for a glowing complexion
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Sounds like something I might try.
Thanks!
but for health?? :( body? calories
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Hummm I know that when you lay cucumber slices on your eyes it reduces puffiness.
cucumber is supposed to be a natural stress reliever. I love them on my eyes! They not only smell really good, they offer a cooling sensation, too!
Yes! It's hydrating! If you grate it and mix it with some avocado and green tea, you can make an awesome hydrating face mask.
I love to eat cucumbers. I also put it when I got eyebags coz it gives a refreshing feeling and after that I'll eat it hehehehe.
Nice blog.Ya cucumber is a very useful fruit.It will be a good habit if we take it daily with our lunch.Thanks for the other tips.
Cucumber is excellent for your skin and wrinkles, as well as sunburns. You probably saw a picture of a lady having two cucumber slices over her eyes. That’s because it is a nature’s perfect moisturizer that rivals to many expensive creams you buy at a department store
Cucumber & Cucumber Extract - A natural source for antioxidants, calcium, potassium, vitamin B1 and Vitamin C, all of which are wonderful in treating skin eruptions, eczema, pimples, black heads, wrinkles, dryness of face etc. Cucumber is also known to soften, soothe and tone the skin. Great for facial care
Cucumber is one of the most effective ingredients to cleanse and exfoliate the face. Cucumber is great for the skin because it's a light, natural vegetable with rejuvenating vitamins.
Cucumber - Known for its astringent and soothing properties it is an ingredient often found in facial creams, lotions, and cleansers. It can also be used as an anti-inflammatory agent (slices placed over puffy eyes can reduce swelling).
Cucumber juice - A juice with moisture binding, soothing and tightening properties.
Grate or blend a cucumber. Apply this over the face, eyes and neck for 15 to 20 minutes. It is a great tonic for the facial skin. Regular use of cucumber prevents pimples, blackheads, wrinkles, and dryness of the face.
Mix one tablespoon each of cucumber juice and milk and a few drops of rose water. Apply on the face and neck. Remove after 15 minutes. Makes excellent whitener for delicate skins.
Grate a potato with its peel and apply on your closed eyelids for about 20 minutes and relax completely. You may even take a nap.
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