{"id":517,"date":"2008-04-04T16:22:04","date_gmt":"2008-04-04T14:22:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dev.radioislam.org.za\/wordpress\/2008\/04\/04\/cucumbers-for-your-beauty\/"},"modified":"2008-04-04T16:22:04","modified_gmt":"2008-04-04T14:22:04","slug":"cucumbers-for-your-beauty","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/radioislam.org.za\/a\/cucumbers-for-your-beauty\/","title":{"rendered":"Cucumbers for your beauty"},"content":{"rendered":"
THE PROPHET MUHAMMED SAW ALWAYS LIKED CUCUMBER. NARRATEED BY AYESHA, MUSLIM,
BUKHARIE, IBN MAJA, AND NISAI.<\/p>\n

 
Cucumber is a surprising beauty secret for the skin, with its hydrating, nourishing and astringent  properties. Cucumbers have the same pH as the skin so they help to restore the skin's protective  and natural acid mantle. You could cut them and put cucumber coins straight onto your skin to  sooth and soften, or combine them as here with other kitchen-cupboard ingredients to provide  lovely toning. The end result is soothed, smoothed, and cooled, happier skin!<\/p>\n

Cucumber when juiced is a rich source for silicon. Silicon in it natural form can help improves the  complexion and the state of health of a person's skin. Cucumber also has a hydrating effect on  skin and this make the skin glow.<\/p>\n

The silica in cucumber is an essential component of healthy connective tissue, which includes  muscles, tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and bone. Cucumber juice is often recommended as a  source of silica to improve the complexion and health of the skin, plus cucumber's high water  content makes it naturally hydrating—a must for glowing skin. Cucumbers are also used topically  for various types of skin problems, including swelling under the eyes and sunburn.<\/p>\n

Two compounds in cucumbers, ascorbic acid and caffeic acid, prevent water retention, which may explain why cucumbers applied topically are often helpful for swollen eyes, burns and dermatitis.<\/p>\n

With its high concentration of Vitamin C (5 times higher than that of a Watermelon), cucumber is  great for skin whitening. Cucumber also can help to tighten pores and reduce eye puffiness as well.<\/p>\n

 
Below are some common skin problems and the remedies using cucumbers?<\/p>\n

Reduction of fine lines – cucumber slices, add lemon juice, add flour and mix, and apply onto face for 20 minutes.<\/p>\n

Reduce dark circles under eyes – Apply grated cucumber with an equal measure of carrot juice to  area beneath eyes for 20 minutes, then rinse with cool water.<\/p>\n

Radiant Face Treatment for dull and oily skin – Add 1 teaspoon of cucumber into 20 ml of  rosewater, apply to face for 20 minutes, and then rinse with warm water.<\/p>\n

Sunburn, Swelling skin – grind the cucumber down to a paste and apply onto the skin.<\/p>\n

Here's how to make this healing, refreshing treat for your skin:<\/p>\n

INGREDIENTS
5 fresh mint leaves
1\/4 medium cucumber
1 large egg white
Bottled or spring water<\/p>\n

1. Place the mint in a food processor or blender and give it one short burst to chop. Peel and seed the cucumber. Add it to the    
    mint in the processor or blender and puree. Beat the egg white separately until it stands in stiff peaks.  Fold it very gently in to
    the  pureed cucumber mixture.
2. Apply evenly to the face and neck and leave on for 20 minutes. Rinse with bottled or spring  water and pat dry.<\/p>\n

Yogurt Cucumber Parsley Facial Mask<\/p>\n

Homemade Spa recipe for a creamy facial mask that leaves your skin soft and refreshed.<\/p>\n

Ingredients
1 Tbsp. plain yogurt
1 Tbsp. cucumber
1 Tbsp. parsley  <\/p>\n

Directions
Puree the cucumber and parsley finely and mix with the yogurt until smooth. Clean your face with a gentle Cleanser. Cover your face with this creamy mask. This will rejuvenate your skin as it  moistens. Leave the mask on for approximately 15-20 minutes for best results. Rinse with water.  Follow with your favourite Moisturizer.<\/p>\n

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