Cucumber Skin Toner by Diannia
Summer is officially here, bringing sunshine, improved mood and of course an increase in
body temperature, this raises the likelihood that the skin feels warm and needs to be cooled
and refreshed. Staying hydrated, and feeding the skin the important minerals it needs will
nourish the skin and improve skin functioning. Vitamin K and magnesium are vital minerals
found in cucumbers, helping to keep blood capillaries strong and accelerating cell renewal,
which increases skin radiance.
Here is a simple, quick and inexpensive recipe, suitable for all skin types, that feeds
the skin from the outside in, and will help you feel cool and refreshed.
Ingredients needed:
• ½ a cucumber
• 1 green tea, tea-bag
• 250 mls of water
Method
• Slice the cumber into 4mm slices, put into a food processor or squash through a sieve.
• Remove seeds and set aside
• Pour hot water over the green tea-bag and leave in a container to thoroughly cool.
• Remove the tea-bag and add the cucumber to the container, stir
• Use by applying to a cotton wool pad and wiping over the skin
• Enjoy!