By Aishwarya Sahasrabudhe
August 11, 2023
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How many times has it happened that you watch someone on-screen resting with cucumber slices on their eyes and you are tempted to imitate that? Here are some ways in which a cucumber can have a positive effect on eye health.
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Cucumber is rich in water content and when it rests on tired and fatigued eyes, it becomes a potent coolant that takes away excess heat.
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Loaded with vitamin C and folic acid, applying cucumbers to eyes rids them of antioxidants and stimulates new cell growth to give eyes a lasting freshness.
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Cucumbers are rich in vitamin K which helps to get rid of dark circles and has a hydrating effect on eyes and surrounding eye tissues.
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Cucumber juice acts as a natural moisturiser that reduces the tendency of the skin to develop wrinkles and helps to restore skin elasticity.
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Applying cucumber slices on eye lids can slow down the blood flow and work towards reducing swelling which in turn gets rid of puffy, tired-looking eyes.
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Prolonged screen-time or too much exposure to UV rays can cause irritation. At such times, the cooling properties of the cucumber help to soothe tired eyes.
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Some studies have indicated that applying cucumber juice or scrub to the skin under the eyes can extract toxins and waste materials, cleansing and rejuvenating the area.
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Cucumbers contain nutrients which help to inhibit an over production of melanin leading to a skin-brightening effect that makes eyes appear fresh and healthy.
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