Lemon and Cucumber Water Recipe
June 25th 2010 10:28
My first encounter with this water was at the Spa on the Plaza in Monterey, CA. The spa personnel did a great job making sure we were always well hydrated when we came in for a treatment. The locker room and the sitting both had plenty of available water with little cups next to it. We were encouraged to drink our fill.
Every now and then they would have water that had both cucumber slices and lemon slices inside. I found the combination to be slightly tart and a little cooling. Perfect for a hot summer day! I have a batch of my own in the fridge as I sit here and write this.
Lemon and Cucumber Water - The Method
Slice 1/2 to 1 whole lemon. I use organic lemons because pesticides are concentrated on the skins and I find that icky. Add it to a big pitcher. Slice 1/4 of a large English cucumber (the ones that you take the plastic off). Place that in the pitcher. Fill pitcher with water, cover, and let it sit in the refrigerator until well chilled - at least one hour but the more the better.
Uses for your Lemon and Cucumber Water
Drink it. My favorite use for this is to drink it. We all know that staying hydrated is the very important for healthy skin and a healthy body. Plain water can get a little drab. This recipe adds flavor without calories.
Spritz it. Nothing helps beat a hot day better than spritzing your face with water. It helps keep your skin moist and hydrated and feels cool as it evaporates. The cucumber is very cooling and the lemon gives off a refreshing scent. You can spritz it on your too but even though the lemon content is minimal, you may notice that it lightens your hair slightly.
As a toner. This also makes a great facial toner. Apply to your skin after cleansing using a cotton ball. Follow up with moisturizer. You can add a little rose water, witch hazel, or aloe vera gel to give it a little something extra. With this recipe, I think aloe vera might be the best fit but it's up to you.
Every now and then they would have water that had both cucumber slices and lemon slices inside. I found the combination to be slightly tart and a little cooling. Perfect for a hot summer day! I have a batch of my own in the fridge as I sit here and write this.
Lemon and Cucumber Water - The Method
Slice 1/2 to 1 whole lemon. I use organic lemons because pesticides are concentrated on the skins and I find that icky. Add it to a big pitcher. Slice 1/4 of a large English cucumber (the ones that you take the plastic off). Place that in the pitcher. Fill pitcher with water, cover, and let it sit in the refrigerator until well chilled - at least one hour but the more the better.
Uses for your Lemon and Cucumber Water
Drink it. My favorite use for this is to drink it. We all know that staying hydrated is the very important for healthy skin and a healthy body. Plain water can get a little drab. This recipe adds flavor without calories.
Spritz it. Nothing helps beat a hot day better than spritzing your face with water. It helps keep your skin moist and hydrated and feels cool as it evaporates. The cucumber is very cooling and the lemon gives off a refreshing scent. You can spritz it on your too but even though the lemon content is minimal, you may notice that it lightens your hair slightly.
As a toner. This also makes a great facial toner. Apply to your skin after cleansing using a cotton ball. Follow up with moisturizer. You can add a little rose water, witch hazel, or aloe vera gel to give it a little something extra. With this recipe, I think aloe vera might be the best fit but it's up to you.
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