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No, seriously: the hashtag#frozencucumberhackhas accumulated more than 25 million views.
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But is that really doing anything of worth, or does it just feel nice?
The short answer is promising.
Ever gone in for a facial and ended up getting a neck massage courtesy ice rollers?
That’s basically the same thought behind the frozen cucumber trend.
“Warmthexpands your pores, and cold closes them,” says Chelsea Blackburn, a New York-based aesthetician.
Or, yes, a frozen cucumber.
“If you notice the skin getting pink or slightly numb, you should stop, Blackburn adds.
But it’s not just about de-puffing.
The crunchy crudite can also give skin a major hydration boost, too.
Larson adds that they can provide “immensely beneficial hydration to the eye area”.
But wait there’s more!
Seems like sleep-deprived spa-goers are actually onto something.
So next time you practice #SelfCareSunday, consider adding cucumbers to the mix.
We promise you’ll emerge with a brighter,dewier eye region.
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