I don’t know about you guys, but I absolutely love cucumber. Whether it is dipped in mayonnaise, part of a fresh salad, inside a yummy sandwich, or cooling my precious eyes, I just cannot get enough of the stuff!
However, the best thing about my addiction to the green fruit is that it is so good for me, that I don’t even feel guilty about my slightly obsessive consumption. Therefore, as you can imagine, I am a very happy teddy!
What is it that makes cucumber so good for our eyes?
What’s in a Cucumber?
The goodness in cucumber is actually located in its seeds, which contain very beneficial oil. Cucumber Seed Oil is extracted from the cucumber via a steaming process that takes place once the cucumber seeds have been dried out. The yellow oil is then filtered, producing a gorgeous cucumber scent.
This is down to it being a natural anti-inflammatory, meaning that it will soothe and heal my skin, without being harsh to an area that needs to be treated nicely. It will also work at helping to eradicate dark circles – brilliant!
Cucumber Seed Oil works even better against sun burn and redness, due to its anti-inflammatory properties, that works hard to soothe discomfort, caused by sun, where the skin desperately needs moisture.
The oil also contains Phytosterols, which are known to stimulate the skin/scalp, encouraging the regeneration of cells and tissue, keeping your skin healthy, and not dull.
Cucumber Oil isn’t a miracle worker, but it can still help to minimise age spots and blotches that can put a dent on your confidence.
Pimples and blackheads are kept at bay by the cucumber seed oil, whilst at the same time ensuring that your skin does not dry up. And dark under eye circles are proclaimed to be eradicated.
Luscious Locks
Cucumber Oil actually contains a natural source of Silica, which protects your precious naturally curly hair against unwanted hair loss and breakage, thanks to its ability to strengthen natural hair, and encourage natural hair growth.
Moreover, if all of that wasn’t good enough for you (although I guess that it really is), Cucumber Seed Oil is also rich in important nutrients, such as Sodium, Fluorine, Chlorine, Potassium and Magnesium.
All in all, cucumbers really are the perfect fruit!
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