Active ingredient # 2 – Cucumis sativus extract

Active ingredient # 2 – Cucumis sativus extract

Cucumis sativus extract, a.k.a cucumber extract, is known to have high concentration of water and contain a huge range of beneficial nutrients, such as vitamins, minerals , amino acids, phytosterols, phenolic acids, fatty acids, and cucurbitacins. A 2011 study shown that the ascorbic acid found in cucumber extract can fully removed significant free radical and has high potential in reducing wrinkle for skin.

MAIN BENEFITS

1. Soothing and emollient properties

2. Contains amino acids and organic acids that’s helpful for the skin’s acid mantle

3. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory agent and skin-conditioning agent

4. Effectively hydrates and conditions the skin due to its rich composition of polysaccharides and Vitamin K, this improves skin elasticity

5. Repairs dry and damaged skin 

6. pH-value is identical with the human skin 

7. Lubricate the skin and gives the skin a soft and smooth appearance 

SUITABLE SKIN TYPES 

All skin types including sensitive skin

 

Source: https://thedermreview.com/cucumis-sativus-cucumber-fruit-extract/ 

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