Aloe Vera and Cucumber Hand Mask

An aloe vera and cucumber hand mask is made by mixing 1/4 cup (60 ml) aloe vera gel with 1/4 cucumber, peeled and grated, leaving it on your hands for 15 to 20 minutes and rinsing with cool water. Aloe vera and cucumber are traditionally used for their cooling, soothing feel on the skin.

Benefits:

• Hydrates and nourishes hands

• Soothes and calms the skin

• Traditionally used to calm inflamed skin

• Brightens the skin

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup (60ml) aloe vera gel

• 1/4 cucumber, peeled and grated

Instructions:

1. Combine the aloe vera gel and grated cucumber in a bowl.

2. Apply the mask to your hands.

3. Leave on for 15-20 minutes.

4. Rinse off with cool water.

This DIY hand mask is a quick and easy way to pamper your hands. It's a great way to soothe and hydrate your skin, especially after a long day.

This Recipe was originally published in 28 Simple Recipes