Cucumber for Skin


What Is Cucumber Extract?

Cucumber extract is a mineral and vitamin rich plant extract which is non sensitising to skin. It is proven to have a high concentration of water (above 95%) and is beneficial in skincare due to its antioxidant, skin conditioning and anti-inflammatory soothing effect.

Cucumber Extract contains vitamins C, E & K, antioxidant caffeic acid, fatty acids, amino acids and polysaccharides. A study in 2011 has also revealed cucumber as a good ingredient for anti-wrinkle treatments due to its rich concentration of vitamin C.

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Skin Benefits Of Cucumber

Hydrating
Cucumber effectively conditions skin because of its rich composition of polysaccharides. Cucumber is an excellent base when combined with powerful moisturising ingredients.

Anti-inflammatory
Cucumber has a soothing and cooling effect that helps to reduce redness and irritation. It is also widely used for treating sunburn and insect bites as it helps take the sting out of the affected area.

Antioxidant
Cucumber provides protective benefits as it will help fight off free radicals which damage and age the skin.

Reduces dark circles
Rich in vitamin K, cucumber is known to improve the healing of bruises and due to its high concentration of vitamin C, it will also help brighten the skin.


Why We Use Cucumber Extract

Cucumber is widely recognised and proven in clinical studies to have positive benefits on skin health. When combined with active ingredients. cucumber provides protection, soothing and hydrating effects, and acts as an all round multifunctional ingredient.

“When selecting cucumber extract we were thinking of people who suffer with skin sensitivities, especially around the eye area. We knew it would soothe irritated skin and provide a refreshing feeling but, most importantly, it would protect delicate skin. Benefits of cucumber for skin are widely documented and trusted.” - Shelley Martin, Co-Founder & New Product Development Lead

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Who Cucumber Is Best For

We often get asked:
Is cucumber good for oily skin? 
Is cucumber good for sensitive skin? 
The answer is yes! It's a great all-rounder.

Cucumber in skincare is ideal for all skin types, including sensitive skin. It is particularly beneficial for those with sensitive eyes, dark circles, active acne, sunburn, hormonal breakouts, blemishes and dry skin. Cucumber extract is suitable for everyday use.

Things To Consider Before Using Cucumber

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) expert panel has found cucumber as safe in topical cosmetics. It is not a known allergen and is classified as non-sensitizing to skin which means it provides a natural fragrance to enhance skincare products.


Before And After Using Cucumber

Take a look at some of our real before and afters taken by customers who used our Soothing Eye Makeup Remover and Revitalising Toner which is formulated with cucumber

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