Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) is a widely cultivated plant in the gourd family, Cucurbitaceae. It is a creeping vine that bears cucumiform fruits that are used as vegetables. Cucumber contains minerals and mucins it can be used in emulsions on tired or stressed skin or in skin refreshing tonics for sunburnt skin. It also is high in minerals, potassium, and sulfur which help soften and hydrate the skin.
