I'm 37 but get mistaken for being 19 after using 69p frozen item every day & it gets rid of dark eye circles too

The Irish Sun

2 days ago

help curb the appearance of dark circles
The hack will also ' help curb the appearance of dark circles '
YOU GLOW GIRL I'm 37 but get mistaken for being 19 after using 69p frozen item every day & it gets rid of dark eye circles too
WHEN it comes to maintaining a youthful complexion, many typically think of pricey Botox treatments.
But according to one thrifty beauty buff, the answer can be found in your fridge - and it's a fan favourite in salads.
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To kickstart her morning skincare, Amal likes to use a frozen cucumber slashed in half that's been sitting in the freezer overnight
Credit: tiktok/@amalkzad
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help curb the appearance of dark circles, she said in a video
Credit: tiktok/@amalkzad
Amal K., from San Francisco, may be almost 40 - but at 37 she looks so radiant and wrinkle-free that many mistaken her for a teenager.
The dark-haired beauty regularly shares her top tips for skincare, such as eating sardines - however, Amal recently stunned with an easy hack that costs less than £1.
As well as eating a nutrient-dense diet, the TikToker likes to ensure her skincare routine is top tip - and there's one key step that might surprise you.
To kickstart her morning skincare, Amal likes to use a frozen cucumber slashed in half that's been sitting in the freezer overnight.
In the now-viral-video, the savvy beauty buff explained she used it as ''a natural Gua Sha''.
This traditional Chinese medicine technique involves scraping the skin with a smooth-edged tool to relieve hypertension and improve circulation.
The method has become a hit on social media ever since it took off - and even Kendal Jenner swears by this ancient technique.
Meanwhile, using a frozen cucumber on your face can offer temporary de-puffing and soothing effects due to its cold temperature - ideal for that morning puffiness.
''I am 37 years old, and I have never had Botox or fillers. One thing I do daily is an ice facial - but today, we are going to use a frozen cucumber'' she said in another clip.
''Before you start, make sure your face is nice and clean.
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''Cucumber contains vitamin K, so it is just going to help curb the appearance of dark circles, help the lymphatic around your eyes and reduce the appearance of puffiness.
''We all love that, right? It also helps blood circulation, brightens your skin, minimises pores.''
After you are done, she said, don't throw the whole cucumber - simply cut the top little piece off and throw the remaining cucumber back in the freezer for use again.
''It's good up to 3 weeks,'' she said in the comments.
Why is turmeric good for anti-ageing?
A study published in the Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggests that turmeric and curcumin may help prevent DNA damage and aid in DNA repair.
This is promising news for disease prevention and slowing the ageing process. It also:
Boosts Collagen Production: Collagen is a protein that maintains the skin's elasticity and firmness. As we age, collagen production decreases, leading to wrinkles and sagging skin. Turmeric helps stimulate collagen synthesis, thereby promoting firmer and more youthful skin.
Improves Skin Health: Turmeric has been shown to improve various skin conditions, such as acne, psoriasis, and eczema. Its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties help soothe the skin, reduce redness, and promote a clearer complexion.
Next, let the cucumber water sit on your face for a few minutes, before splashing your face with cold water - and continue with the rest of the routine.
If you've run out of cucumber, you can snap up this salad - and skincare - staple for a mere 69p from Aldi and other supermarkets.
The clip, posted under the username @amalkzad has taken the internet by storm, winning the stunner a whopping 2.1million views.
As 152k users gave it a like, close to 800 people flooded to comments, where many refused to believe her age.
''She don't look 30, she don't look so, she looks 19,'' wrote one person.
A fellow beauty buff was clearly so impressed by the results they were keen to give the hack a go themselves.
''Running to the store to get cucumbers.''
''Girl you look 19,'' someone else wrote.