Cucumber is a potent natural ingredient that can be used very effectively for skin-care. Cucumbers are rich in anti-oxidants and silica which can rejuvenate tired looking skin. The high water content in cucumber helps soothe the skin gently.

Cucumber is known for its anti-inflammatory properties and can be effectively used to treat minor skin irritations, puffiness, and sun-burn. Cucumber also restores the skin’s natural moisture balance and acts as a gentle natural astringent. Cucumber is especially beneficial for those with sensitive skin.

A cucumber facial mask gently cleanses and rejuvenates your skin and gives it a glowing texture. Cucumber also acts as a soothing anti-ageing agent which prevents the appearance of wrinkles and age spots.

This article tells you the recipe to make a soothing cucumber face pack at home. This facial mask uses other natural ingredients which have a cooling effect on the skin.

Ingredients To Make the Cucumber Facial Mask

To make this cucumber facial mask you will need the following ingredients:
1 fresh cucumber peeled
2 spoons fresh plain yoghurt
1 spoon fresh milk cream
1 spoon organic honey
1 spoon pure rosewater

Besides cucumber the other ingredients used in this face mask will soothe your skin and leave it soft, supple and glowing. This facial mask is particularly effective after you have spent time in the hot sun.

The natural ingredients in this face mask will heal sun-burn gently and will also prevent tan. This facial mask is also effective for those with sensitive skin. The natural ingredients used in this face pack will not only refresh and soothe skin, but also moisturize and nourish it.

Plain yoghurt has effective cooling properties which make it an ideal ingredient to be used in a soothing facial mask. Yoghurt also lightens skin tone and makes complexion appear brighter and radiant. The beneficial bacteria in yoghurt nourish skin and also prevent the appearance of pimples and blemishes.

Milk cream has been used since ancient times to soothe and nourish the skin. Fresh milk cream will help make the skin soft and supple.

Honey is an intense moisturizing agent which nourishes and hydrates the skin. Honey heals minor skin irritations and hence is a potent ingredient in a soothing facial mask.

Pure rosewater has effective cooling properties that refresh the skin. Rosewater is also an effective natural astringent that tones the skin and maintains its pH balance. Adding pure rosewater to this face mask gives it a great cooling effect and also imparts a lovely natural fragrance to it.

Steps To Make The Cucumber Face Mask

To make this cucumber facial mask, take peeled cucumber in a blender and add the yoghurt, fresh milk cream, honey and rose water. Blend till you obtain a smooth homogenous mix. This facial mask cannot be stored for long and must be made fresh.

Variations To The Cucumber Face Mask

You can add your own natural ingredients to make this face mask as per your preference. Natural herbs such as mint or parsley can be added to this face mask. Natural herbs are rich in anti-oxidants which can benefit the skin greatly. Natural herbs also have a cooling effect on the skin and make for ideal ingredients in a soothing mask.