Cucumber

Botanical Name: Cucumis sativus

Botanical Description: Cucumber is a creeping vine belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family, cultivated for its edible fruits.

Cosmetic Benefits: Cucumber extract is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, such as vitamin C and caffeic acid. It has hydrating, soothing, and anti-inflammatory properties, making it beneficial for calming irritated or sunburned skin. Cucumber also helps reduce puffiness and dark circles around the eyes, promoting a refreshed and revitalized appearance.

Scientific Overview: Cucumbers are known for their high water content and refreshing taste, making them popular in culinary dishes and skincare products.

Cultivation and Harvest: Cucumbers are cultivated in many regions worldwide for both fresh consumption and industrial use. They are harvested when fully grown but still firm, typically in the summer months.

Plant Morphology: Cucumber plants have trailing stems with tendrils and large, lobed leaves. The fruits are elongated and cylindrical, with smooth skin and crisp flesh.