Cucumber Benefits: How Does It Help Your Hair and Scalp

Shaivy Choubey

Medically Reviewed By Dr. Aarti Nehra

Cucumber is another versatile vegetable with many medicinal benefits that are good for your hair and the scalp. They have a wealth of nutritional content that fosters good hair growth. Although cucumbers are often applied topically to ease discomfort, you may also get the advantages of cucumbers by including them in your diet. Keep reading to learn more about cucumber benefits for hair and scalp health.

Cucumber Benefits for Hair and Scalp

First, let’s answer the basic question: what is cucumber? Cucumber is a type of edible plant that belongs to the gourd family. It is widely cultivated and makes a nutritious addition to any diet. Though cucumber is usually considered a vegetable, however as it grows from flowers and contains seeds, it’s botanically a fruit. Cucumber is great for your hair and scalp as it contains vital vitamins such as vitamin C and K, phosphorus, magnesium, riboflavin, folate, B-6, pantothenic acid, silica, iron, calcium and zinc. Let’s take a look at some of the benefits:

  • Cucumbers can help fight baldness and may stimulate hair growth when applied topically. 
  • Cucumbers can aid in the restoration of damaged hair follicles. Consuming cucumbers can help keep your skin hydrated and prevent hair fall. 
  • Regularly rinsing your hair with cucumber juice can lead to silky and shiny hair.
  • The abundance of vitamin K in cucumber supports a healthy scalp, creating a favorable environment for new hair growth.
  • It also assists in regulating the production of sebum, the natural oil on your scalp, to maintain your hair’s moisture. 

How to Use Cucumber Topically for Hair and Scalp?

There are plenty of cucumber uses which can improve your hair and scalp health. One of the simplest ways of enjoying cucumber benefits for hair and scalp is by including this vegetable in your daily diet. Apart from oral consumption, you can also apply it directly to your hair and scalp in a variety of ways, such as:

  1. Cucumber Hair Oil

This is an oil extracted from the seed of cucumber, and it can be used to lightly massage your head and moisturize your hair from the root to the tip. Twice a week, applying this oil can ensure hair growth as well as control skin problems such as Psoriasis and Eczema.

  1. Cucumber Shampoo

Cucumber provides high moisture content, hence the best ingredient of your shampoo, especially when one has dry hair. You can also use cucumber on hair after shampooing your hair, for this, you need only cucumber and lemon juice. Rub it onto your hair and scalp immediately after washing your hair. Rinse your head with water after every treatment.

  1. Cucumber Hair mask

To make a cucumber hair mask, mix a small amount of cucumber, one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, one teaspoon of olive oil and 5-6 tablespoons of yoghurt. You will need to apply this creamy mixture to your scalp and onto your hair, leaving it there to soak for approximately 20 to 30 minutes and wash it softly using a mild shampoo.

  1. Cucumber Conditioner

You can also make a wholesome conditioner by juicing a cucumber and mixing one egg and four tablespoons of olive oil. Spread the mixture on your hair after washing it with a shampoo. Allow it to remain for thirty minutes, then flush it away using water.

Expert Advice: To fully harness their nutritional value, consuming cucumbers without peeling them is advisable. The fibre content and several vital vitamins and minerals may be lost when peeling.

Conclusion

Cucumber has many health benefits on your hair and scalp. Whether you apply it directly to your scalp and hair or incorporate it into your regular diet, it can prove to be a great addition to any hair care routine. To summarize,  cucumber benefits include promoting hair growth, minimizing hair loss and making hair soft, silky and lustrous. 

About Shaivy Choubey is a full time content writer with over 7 years of experience, specialising in medical and healthcare forte. She has an extensive knowledge and understanding in crafting, editing, and proofreading the content of infertility treatments (IVF, ICSI, IMSI, Surrogacy, etc.), surgical procedures, sexual well-being issues and their treatments (ED, PE, Low Libido, PCOS, PMS, and more), weight management, diabetic care, skincare, hair care, nutrition and general lifestyle; moreover she has an in-depth knowledge in cosmeceuticals, pharmaceuticals too. Her career started in 2018 holding a designation of a web content writer in one of the fertility clinics in Delhi, the very previous organisation she was into - she holds the esteemed position of senior content writer, continuing her journey in nutraceuticals, wellness, and fitness. Currently she is working at HealthKart as an Assistant Content Manager, where she proofreads, edits, strategizes the content, scrutinises articles/ blogs/ PDPs available in the website, and publishes the high-quality content incorporating the standard SEO practice. When not working, she loves to sing, read, do yoga and zumba. Expertise Infertility, Health and Wellness, Fitness, Sexual Well-being, Pharmaceuticals, Skincare, Haircare, General Lifestyle, Nutrition, Medical, Nutraceutical Education English Honors from Delhi University Masters in Literature from IGNOU Certifications PGDT (Post Graduation Diploma in English Translation) DCE (Diploma in Creative Writing) Diploma in web designing and graphics Microsoft office specialist

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