Cucumber face pack – Benefits of applying cucumber on face

Benefits of a Cucumber Face Pack and How to Make One

Everyone desires to have a glowing face. To achieve this, the most widely used cucumber is used as a face mask in salads. The nutrients present in it are considered helpful in rejuvenating the skin. That is why in this we are telling the benefits of applying cucumber on the face and  types of cucumber face pack. You can use cucumber face pack according to your skin type and its need.

Table of Content

• 1. Types of Cucumber face pack
• 2.Benefits of cucumber face pack
• 3.Some more tips for applying cucumber face pack 
• 4.Frequently asked Questions(FAQ)

Cucumber face pack

Here we will give information about the benefits of applying cucumber on the face as well as the home ingredients used to make cucumber face pack. Just note that all face packs are prone to allergies for those with sensitive skin. In such a situation, before using cucumber face pack, do a patch test on your skin once.

1. Aloe Vera and Cucumber Face Pack

material:

• One tablespoon aloe Vera gel or juice
• one quarter grated cucumber

How to use

• Add aloe Vera gel or juice to the grated cucumber and mix it well.
• Now apply this mixture on your face and neck.
• Wash off this pack with warm water after about 15 minutes.

How profitable:

Cucumber is considered very useful for the face. Cucumber shows a soothing and moisturizing effect on the skin due to the vitamins A, C and other antioxidants present in it. Also it can contribute to skin rejuvenation. Apart from this, it can also reduce the production of melanin i.e. dark skin tone. Due to these properties, cucumber is used in various skincare products, such as toners, lotions and creams for the skin.

Cucumber can also be helpful in removing the toxins present in the skin by reducing the pain of sunburn. In addition, aloe Vera has anti-aging and moisturizing properties, which can make the skin youthful while retaining moisture. Not only this, cucumber is also known to protect against the harmful rays of the sun. The benefits of aloe Vera have also been seen in reducing acne and fine lines. Aloe sin compound present in aloe Vera can act as a skin lightening agent.

2. Almond and Cucumber Face Pack

material:

• 1 tbsp almond butter/powder/oil
• a quarter cucumber

How to use:

• Peel the cucumber and cut it into small pieces.
• Now add almond butter, oil or powder to it and mix it well.
• When the mixture is ready, apply it on the face and wash it after 10 minutes.

How profitable:

Almonds are used on the skin as an exfoliate. It can help in deep cleansing of the face by cleaning the dirt present in the face. Along with this, almonds are also known to beautify the face. Massaging the skin with almond oil can improve the skin as well as protect it from the harmful rays of the sun. When the properties of cucumber are combined with it, it becomes packed and effective. We have already mentioned above that problems like sunburn, dark complexion, acne and aging can be reduced by the use of cucumber.

3. Besan (Gram flour )and Cucumber Face Pack

material:

• 2 tsp besan
• 2 to 3 tablespoons cucumber juice

How to use:

• Make a smooth paste by adding cucumber juice to the gram flour.
• Now apply this paste evenly on the face and neck.
• Wash it off with lukewarm water after about 20 minutes or after the face face dries.

How profitable:

Gram flour is often used as a beauty product. Besan is believed to have benefits as a skin tonic, as it has skin cleansing and exfoliating properties. It is also known to reduce skin tanning. It can also act as an anti-pimple by cleansing the oil present on the skin. Apart from this, the fairness agents present in gram flour can also lighten the complexion of the skin. Just do not use it with dry skin or mix it with curd.

4. Yogurt and Cucumber Face Pack

material:

• a quarter cucumber
• 2 tbsp curd/yogurt

How to use:

• Grate the cucumber and take out its pulp.
• Now add curd to the pulp of cucumber and mix it well.
• Apply this paste on your face and wash it with lukewarm water after 15 minutes.
• This cucumber face pack can be useful for getting oily and acne-free skin.

How profitable:

Many types of medicinal properties are found in curd, which can be beneficial for the skin. According to a research, using curd can improve the elasticity of the skin. Apart from this, it is also considered effective in retaining the moisture of the skin. Also, it has been found useful for making the skin glowing. Using curd mixed with cucumber as a face pack can be more beneficial. This face pack is also considered suitable for those with sensitive skin.

5. Carrot and Cucumber Face Pack

material:

• a spoonful of fresh carrot juice
• one spoon cucumber paste
• tsp sour cream

How to use:

• Extract the juice of fresh carrot and add cucumber paste to it.
• After mixing both the ingredients well, add cream and whip it.
• After the mixture is ready, apply it well on the face and neck.
• Wash off this face pack with lukewarm water after about 15 to 20 minutes.

How profitable:

Along with cucumber, the use of carrots for the skin can also be beneficial. Actually, beta-carotene is found in it. Beta-carotene has a photo protective effect, which can protect the skin from the harmful rays of the sun. In addition, the Penelope found in carrots can help protect the skin from sunburn and oxidative damage.

6. Tomato and Cucumber Face Pack

material:

• a quarter cucumber
• half ripe tomato

How to use:

• Peel the cucumber and grate it along with the tomatoes.
• Now apply this paste on your face and neck.
• After that massage the face for about a minute or two.
• Then after 15 minutes wash the face with cold water.

How profitable:

The use of tomatoes can be beneficial for the skin in many ways. Vitamin-A and C are found in it. These elements can protect the skin from infection as well as keep it healthy. Vitamin-C present in it can help to keep the skin youthful and prevent fine lines by reducing the signs of aging. In addition, it can also protect the skin from the harmful rays of the sun. However, NCBI says that there is a need to conduct a large-scale research on this.

7. Potato and Cucumber Face Pack

material:

• 1 tablespoon potato juice
• 1 tsp cucumber juice
• cotton wool

How to use:

• Add cucumber juice to potato juice and mix it well.
• Now with the help of cotton, apply it on the face like a toner.
• Wash it off after about 10 to 15 minutes.

How profitable:

The use of potato can make the skin glow. In fact, it contains vitamin C, whose antioxidant effect stimulates tissue growth, which helps in the quick healing of skin wounds. Vitamin C, B-complex, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus and zinc present in potatoes are considered good for the skin. Along with this, potato is also known to remove the problem of acne and heal the spots. In addition, potatoes can be beneficial in softening and cleansing the skin.

8. Honey and Cucumber Face Pack

material:

• a spoonful of oats
• 1 tablespoon cucumber paste
• half teaspoon honey

How to use:

• Add the oats to the cucumber paste and mix it well.
• Now add honey to this mixture and beat it.
• Apply the paste on your face and wash it off with lukewarm water after 15 minutes.

How profitable:

Honey has anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. These can reduce acne and inflammation caused by bacteria. According to a research present in NCBI, honey is also helpful in cleansing and moisturizing the face. Also, the use of honey can retain the moisture of the skin. The oats present in it have anti-inflammatory and cleansing properties as well as soothing agents, which can give relief to the skin from any kind of pain and irritation.

9. Lemon and Cucumber Face Pack

material:

• three tablespoons cucumber juice
• half to one teaspoon lemon juice
• cotton wool

How to use:

• Prepare a solution by mixing both the juices.
• Now apply it on the face and neck with the help of cotton.
• Wash it off with cold water after about 15 minutes.

How profitable:

This lemon-containing mask can reduce aging caused by oxidative stress. In addition, lemon extract is used in skin brightening creams as a powerful bleaching agent, which can be helpful in brightening the skin and removing blemishes. Also, lemon juice and cucumber can be used on the skin at night to smoother the facial skin and treat acne.

10. Egg and Cucumber Face Pack

material:

• half a cucumber
• one egg (white part)

How to use:

• Grate the cucumber and mix the egg white in it and beat it well.
• Now apply it evenly on the face and neck.
• After about 20 minutes wash the face with lukewarm water.

How profitable:

According to research, the use of eggs with sheer can make the skin soft and relieve the problem of acne. Actually, eggs contain protein. According to a research conducted by NCBI, protein can reduce skin hyper pigmentation along with making the skin healthy and beautiful. The white colored membrane present in the egg can be helpful in removing the damage caused by the harmful rays of the sun as well as preventing wrinkles.

11. Orange and Cucumber Face Pack

material:

• half a cucumber
• One to two teaspoons orange juice or orange peel powder

How to use:

• Blend the cucumber and add orange juice or powder to it.
• Now apply this mixture on the face.
• Wash it off after about 15 minutes.
• This face mask can be used for glowing skin and cleansing.

How profitable:

The use of orange is also considered beneficial for the skin. The antioxidant and anti-enzymatic properties present in it can act as anti-aging by reducing the signs of aging visible in the skin. Vitamin C present in oranges can protect the skin from damage caused by the ultraviolet rays of the sun. The amount of vitamin-C can also prevent scarring on the skin.

12. Coconut Oil and Cucumber Face Pack

material:

• half a cucumber
• one teaspoon coconut oil

How to use:

• Grate the cucumber and add coconut oil to it.
• Then apply this paste well on the face.
• After about 15 minutes wash the skin with lukewarm water.

How profitable:

The moisturizing properties present in coconut oil can retain the moisture of the skin. This property can also prove to be helpful in curing skin diseases such as rash, inflammation ie eczema. It is believed that massaging the face with coconut oil can also get rid of tan. Apart from this, the use of coconut oil can also protect against the harmful rays of the sun.

13. Cucumber and Milk Face Mask

material:

• 2 tbsp cucumber paste
• a spoonful of milk

How to use:

• Make a paste by mixing all the ingredients.
• Now apply this mixture on your skin.
• After about 20 minutes wash the face with lukewarm water.

How profitable:

Those who want clear and glowing skin can start using milk. The antibacterial properties present in milk can eliminate acne bacteria. For this, apart from drinking milk, it can also be applied on the face. According to one information, daily use of milk brings glow to the skin, makes the skin look young, prevents sun tan and can reduce facial blemishes. Along with this, milk powder is also considered beneficial in hydrating the skin and clearing blackheads and whiteheads.

14. Cucumber and Baking Soda Face Mask

material:

• 1 teaspoon fresh cucumber juice
• one teaspoon baking soda

How to use:

• Grate the cucumber and extract fresh juice from it.
• Now add baking soda to this juice and mix it well.
• Wash off after 5 to 10 minutes of applying this mask on the face.

How profitable:

Using baking soda can be good for the face. Actually, it can reduce itching in the face. Along with this, baking soda is also considered beneficial in cleaning the oil present in the skin and removing acne due to the antibacterial properties present in it.

15. Cucumber and Turmeric Face Mask

material:

• half a cucumber
• a pinch of turmeric
• one teaspoon lemon juice

How to use:

• Make a paste by mashing the cucumber.
• Now add turmeric and lemon juice to it and mix it well.
• Apply this mixture on the face and wash it off with lukewarm water after 15 minutes.

How profitable:

The use of turmeric can also be beneficial for the skin. The cur cumin compound present in it is rich in anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and antioxidant properties. This property can prove to be helpful in clearing the skin as well as getting rid of acne. In addition, turmeric can protect the skin from damage caused by the harmful rays of the sun, along with providing relief from infections and skin related problems like psoriasis.

16. Avocado and Cucumber Face Mask

material:

• cup avocado pulp
• two tablespoons cucumber juice

How to use:

• Make a paste by mixing avocado pulp and cucumber juice.
• Now apply the paste on the face and leave it for 15 to 20 minutes.
• Then wash the face with water and moisturize it.

How profitable:

The use of avocado can also be beneficial for the skin in many ways. Actually, the essential fatty acids present in it reduce the signs of aging on the skin. According to a study, the consumption of avocado oil promotes collagen (a type of protein) in the skin, which can make the skin youthful. Not only this, the use of avocado oil is beneficial for treating wrinkles and healing wounds.

17. Apple and Cucumber Face Mask

material:

• half a cucumber
• half an apple
• one tablespoon oats

How to use:

• Cut cucumber and apple and mash them.
• Now add oats to it and blend it to make a soft paste.
• Apply the prepared paste on your face and neck.
• Wash the face with water after 20 minutes.

How profitable:

The benefits of apples can also be seen for the skin. According to a research, apples have antioxidant properties, which show anti-aging effects on the skin. This can prevent problems like wrinkles. Along with antioxidants, apples are also rich in vitamin C, which can prevent signs of aging and wrinkles as well as brighten the skin.

18. Watermelon and Cucumber Face Pack

material:

• one tablespoon watermelon pulp
• 1 tablespoon cucumber pulp

How to use:

• Mix both the ingredients well.
• Now apply this mixture on the face and neck.
• Leave it on the skin for 15 minutes.
• After that wash the skin with cold water.

How profitable:

One of the benefits of using watermelon for the skin is to reduce some of the signs of aging. The Penelope present in it is considered beneficial for the skin. This Penelope is an effective antioxidant, which can protect the body from free radicals and slow down the aging process.

19. Multani Mitti and Cucumber Face Pack

material:

• two tablespoons cucumber juice
• one tablespoon rose water
• One or two tablespoons Multani Mitti

How to use:

• Make a fine paste by mixing rose water and multani mitti in cucumber juice.
• Now apply this paste on your face.
• Leave it to dry for 15 minutes.
• After that wash the face with normal water.

How profitable:

We have already told about the properties of cucumber, how it can be beneficial for the skin. If used with multani mitti, it can be more beneficial for the skin. Actually, multani mitti is traditionally used in skin care cosmetics. It can be beneficial in removing blackheads and relieving oily skin. In addition, it can also be used to improve the complexion of the skin.

Benefits of cucumber face pack

1-Cucumber is known for its cooling effects. It is extremely beneficial for refreshing the skin. It provides relief in the problems of skin infections and itching. Also reduces the puffiness of the face.

2- Cucumber and almond face pack is considered very beneficial for the skin. Because by applying this face pack, the dirt of the skin is cleaned and the skin glows. To make this face pack, grate a cucumber and mix almond powder in it, then apply it on the face.

3- In the summer season, people often complain of tanning. But if you apply a face pack of cucumber and aloe vera, then the complaint of tanning goes away. To make this face pack, aloe vera gel should be mixed with cucumber juice, then applied on the face for 10 minutes.

4- The problem of pimples is being seen in most people nowadays, but if you apply a face pack of gram flour and cucumber, then it removes the complaint of pimples. To make this face pack, cucumber juice should be mixed in a spoonful of gram flour, then it should be applied on the face for 10-15 minutes.

5- To remove the complaint of stains, face pack of potato and cucumber is considered very beneficial. To make this face pack, mix cucumber juice with potato juice and apply it on the face with the help of cotton. Then after 10 minutes the face should be washed.

Some more tips for applying cucumber face pack 

The benefits of applying cucumber on the face can be had only if some precautions are taken during and before using cucumber face pack. While applying cucumber face pack, keep the following things in mind.

• Before applying any face pack, do a patch test once. For this, leave a little face pack on your hands. If there is irritation etc., do not use that face pack.
• After applying the face pack, if you are massaging the skin, then do it slowly with light hands.
• While using turmeric, take care not to apply it in excess. By doing this, yellow spots of turmeric may remain in the skin.
• If there is any substance present in the face pack, which is allergic, then do not use that face pack.
• Do not forget to moisturize the skin after applying the cucumber face pack, because various face packs also contain many such substances, which clean the skin oil. Because of this the skin can become dry.
• When applying the face mask, use a clean brush or light hands only. Do not put any pressure on the skin.
• Face masks containing coconut oil should not be used on all skin types. Especially, if the skin is very oily, avoid using this face mask.
• If there is any kind of cut or wound in the skin, then do not use tomato. This can make the wound deeper.
• Do not apply face pack containing gram flour to dry skin.
• You already know how cucumber face pack can be used on the skin. Now you can choose the face mask according to your understanding and skin needs. If you are allergic to any of the ingredients, avoid using that face pack. Keep in mind that in order to get healthy and glowing skin, along with face mask, it is also necessary to consume essential foods for the face.

Frequently asked Questions(FAQ)

1.Can cucumber lighten skin tone?

Yes, the skin lightening effect present in cucumber can be helpful in lightening the skin complexion.

2.Can I apply cucumber on my face overnight?

Yes, cucumber juice can be kept overnight.

3.Can cucumber remove dark spots?

Yes, cucumber has a skin lightening effect, which can be helpful in removing dark spots.

4.Is cucumber face mask good?

Yes, a cucumber face mask with different ingredients like aloe vera can help keep the skin moisturized and youthful.