Surely you have seen a photo or a movie of a woman in the middle of a moment of relaxation with a towel on her head and slices of cucumber over her eyes? Have you wondered why they have their sights set on them?
Cucumbers have been cultivated in India since ancient times for clinical purposes and as a food source, and are also regularly used in traditional Indian medicine. Their use has spread throughout the world and gained a reputation as a useful vegetable.
But have you ever wondered if this vegetable really benefits the eyes and the area around them? According to dermatologists, it is the answer is yes.
Although there are thousands of eye care products on the market today, sometimes the old tricks are the best.
Complete care. Photo: PixabayIn fact, cucumber has antioxidant and cleansing properties that help remove toxins from the skin.
It is full of water and contributes to deep hydration and soothing of the epidermis. In addition, cucumber also contains vitamin C, folic acid and vitamin K, which together help reduce dark circles and redness.
Cucumber. Photo: Markus Winkle / UnsplashA trick for a fresh and relaxed look
Put the cucumber in the freezer overnight. You apply it to your eyes in the morning. The cold will cause narrowing of the surface capillaries and will actively affect the swelling around the eyes - dark circles.
