No, you can’t do without frozen cucumber on your face…

We are starting to get used to “challenges” on social networks: often not very intelligent, these challenges (unfortunately very popular) can even prove to be dangerous for health.

Precisely: on TikTok, the new beauty trend is to pass a frozen cucumber on the face… Popularized by an American influencer, this “miracle trick” would make it possible to fade dark circles and redness almost instantly, and even to “revitalize” the skin.

The risk ? Cold burn (even frostbite)

First thing to know: yes, the cold can be good for the skin. By stimulating blood (micro)circulation, it accelerates cell renewal, eliminates toxins accumulated in the tissues and evens out the complexion. Cucumber, meanwhile, is also a good ally for the skin: composed mainly of water, it is known to soothe redness and hydrate the epidermis.

Yes, but here it is: rubbing the skin of his face with a frozen cucumber is a bad idea. The risk is cold burns: very thin and very fragile, the skin of the face can start to form blisters a few hours after application… There is also a real risk of frostbite.

Want to do some good for your skin? Instead, try our “radiance boost” mask made with cucumber, honey and fresh cream. Mix 5 slices of peeled cucumber, 1 c. c. of honey and 1 tbsp. at s. fresh cream: apply the mixture to the face and neck, then leave on for 5 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water. An anti-inflammatory, healing, moisturizing and nourishing mask.

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