Applying cucumber mask regularly can help improve skin, brighten, whiten and reduce acne or dark spots.
Cucumber mask can be used simply with cucumber or combined with other ingredients such as honey, yogurt, tomato, carrot or fresh milk. Below are 3 cucumber mask recipes you can apply at home:
1. Cucumber mask combined with honey
A cucumber and honey face mask is one of the simplest yet effective natural skin care recipes. Cucumber helps hydrate, cool, and cleanse the skin, while honey has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and soothing properties.
When you combine these two ingredients, you will have a natural skin care mask that helps soften, brighten, and reduce acne.
To make a cucumber mask, you need to prepare 1/2 fresh cucumber and 1 tablespoon of honey. First, wash the cucumber, peel and puree.
Mix well with honey in a 1:1 ratio. Apply on face and leave for about 15 minutes then rinse. Rinse face with warm water and dry with a clean or soft towel.
2. Cucumber mask for dark circles
Cucumber mask is an effective natural remedy to reduce dark circles and soothe the sensitive skin around the eyes. Cucumber contains water and nutrients that help reduce swelling and moisturize the skin, while also helping to improve the condition of dark circles and replenish the skin around the eyes.
To make a cucumber mask to treat dark circles under the eyes, you need to prepare a slice of fresh cucumber and a cotton pad. Then, wash your face with warm water and cleanser to remove dirt and excess oil on the skin. Sit or lie down comfortably, apply the cucumber slice on the dark circles under the eyes. After 15 minutes, use a cotton pad to gently wipe off the cucumber layer on the eye skin.
3. Cucumber and turmeric mask
A cucumber and turmeric mask is an effective natural remedy to lighten the skin, reduce inflammation and treat acne. Cucumber hydrates the skin, while turmeric has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that help reduce acne and redness and heal the skin.
To make a cucumber and turmeric mask, you need to prepare 2 tablespoons of fresh cucumber juice and 1 tablespoon of fresh turmeric powder (you can buy fresh turmeric powder or make it yourself from turmeric). Mix cucumber juice with turmeric powder in a 2:1 ratio to get a thick mixture. Apply on face for 15-20 minutes and rinse with warm water.
In conclusion, using cucumber mask is a safe and effective way to take care of your skin. However, you need to be patient and test your skin reaction before using it.