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Jennifer Aniston may be a social media newbie, but she’s already acquainted herself with the hottest new TikTok beauty trend: the frozen cucumber hack.
In a recent interview with Allure Magazine, the actress gave her thoughts on a few skincare hacks that have gone viral on social media, including the use of cucumbers for de-puffing skin.
"Oh, my goodness," said Aniston while watching a clip of a TikTok user massaging a chilled cucumber all over their face. "Oh, she basically put a cucumber in the freezer, cut it in half, and rubs it all over her face. A frozen cucumber. That's genius."
Wanna try this beauty hack for yourself? Here’s everything you should know about the TikTok frozen cucumber hack — and all the benefits!
What is the Frozen Cucumber Hack?
TikToker users have created a modern twist on the age-old cucumber trick by freezing whole cucumbers before cutting them open and rubbing them all over their faces. Some rub in circles while others use broad upward strokes for around 10 minutes, all for the sake of de-puffing their skin.
There’s no one set way to do it. Some users chill cucumber slices before applying them over their face like a face mask, while others freeze whole cucumbers before cutting them open and massaging them over the face.
Regardless of how you do it, applying frozen cucumber to your face feels so refreshing and it’s a highly effective technique for alleviating puffiness.
It’s not just Jennifer Aniston who thinks this hack is “genius.” Plenty of people are loving this skincare trick as videos with the hashtag #frozencucumber have over 37.5 million views on TikTok at present.
Beauty lover Mireya Rios tried the hack, with her first video on the practice gaining more than nine million views. Now it’s part of her daily skincare routine, as she insists the frozen cucumber hack helps with everything from puffiness to breakouts and dullness.
The Skincare Benefits
Does the frozen cucumber skincare hack really work? Or is it merely a fad destined to fade away fast? The short answer is yes, it really does work and there are many skin benefits of trying it for yourself.
"Cucumbers are known to be rich in vitamin C and also help reduce swelling," says New York City-based board-certified dermatologist Dhaval G. Bhanusali, MD. They also boast anti-inflammatory properties, which can help de-puff skin.
Alongside this, the cooling effect of a frozen cucumber applied topically acts as a blood vessel constrictor, further helping to combat puffiness, as well as redness, dark circles, and blemishes. Combined with a facial massage, you’re getting your circulation moving, leading to a brighter, healthier complexion.
Whether you’ve got sensitive skin, dry skin, or acne-prone skin, all skin types can benefit from chilling their skin with frozen cucumber.
Is it Safe?
Generally speaking, TikTok’s frozen cucumber skin hack is a fairly safe technique that shouldn’t cause any uncomfortable side effects. That said, if you have severely sensitive skin or painful breakouts, the derms recommend going easy on your skin.
"I feel a chilled, not frozen, cucumber would be far safer and more effective for decreasing puffiness and inflammation," says Michele Koo M.D., board-certified plastic surgeon and founder of Dr. Koo Private Practice. "The frozen cucumber held for more than a few seconds at a time can actually burn the skin, similar to a frostbite, which could cause significant skin damage and irritation."
You’ll also want to be careful if you’re dealing with inflamed blemishes, as the skin will be too delicate to apply a frozen cucumber, and may even be damaging.
Skincare Products to Pair With
To get the most out of the frozen cucumber hack, try adding these skincare products into your daily regimen.
Hydrate Serum
A cooling, deeply moisturizing serum of hyaluronic acid and vitamin B5. Hydrate Serum seals in moisture while plumping out fine lines and quelling redness. To boost its effects, try massaging it in with your hands or a facial roller after using your daily cleanser.
Tighten Serum
Chock full of AHAs and antioxidant-rich red microalgae, this anti-aging serum softens fine lines and reverses sagging skin for your most youthful complexion. It also contains aloe and jojoba oil, which work in tandem to hydrate skin for day-long dewiness.
Clear Pimple Patches
Treat those stubborn breakouts as you sleep by patching them up with one of these cloud-shaped acne patched. Specked with salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide, they cut grease and kill bacteria, clearing away painful red breakouts and preventing future ones from forming. They also act as a barrier against picking fingers, warding off acne scarring and discoloration.
Glow Mask
Brighten your skin with this glow-enhancing gel mask, infused with exfoliating glycolic acid and cell regenerating bakuchiol. This power couple works in harmony to buff away dead skin cells, promoting fresher, glowier, more even skin without dark spots and hyperpigmentation.
Our Verdict
While you might not notice long-term benefits from applying a chilled cucumber to your face, this TikTok hack may offer short-term relief from puffy, irritated skin. It’s also a cheaper alternative to techniques with similar benefits, like gua sha.
Even Jennifer Aniston thinks this beauty hack is “genius.” So do we! You don’t need any fancy serums or creams to de-puff your skin as long as you have a cucumber in your fridge. It’s a super quick and easy way to alleviate puffiness, redness, and irritation — and it feels deliciously refreshing!
We definitely recommend giving it a try, unless you have severely sensitive skin or painful red pimples. If you have any concerns, speak to your dermatologist first.