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Rice water for beauty
Rice is one of the main dishes in many countries in the world, especially Asian, and as people have introduced it into their diet, it has also been included in cosmetic regimes , and it is surprising that rice water that is usually discarded has many aesthetic benefits. Because it contains vitamin B, vitamin C, vitamin E, many minerals, and eight essential amino acids. [1]
Benefits of rice water for the skin
The benefits of rice water are invaluable even though it is an inexpensive material, and even better than a commercial whitening serum. Because it lightens the skin, makes it bright, smooth, and has a flawless color, it also removes sun spots and other spots, in addition to removing wrinkles and age lines, and rice water contains antioxidants that cure acne and reduce its appearance. It removes impurities from the skin, reduces the size of the pores, and below you can learn more about the benefits of rice water for the skin : [2]
- Skin toner : Rice water is one of the best skin toners. Because it tightens, softens, and makes it radiant with freshness, by immersing a cotton ball in a bowl of rice water, and massaging the facial skin with it, and within a week the results will be noticed.
- Acne treatment : by applying rice water to the affected area, using a cotton ball, which reduces redness and the appearance of acne .
- Skin lightening : Rice water is more effective in lightening the skin than commercial products dedicated to this, and with time the skin will be lightened and nourished, by massaging the skin with it using the fingertips for several minutes, then leaving it to dry in the air.
Methods for preparing rice water
There are two ways to prepare rice water, and they are: [1]
- How to prepare boiled rice water
- Wash a cup of rice with clean water.
- Pour three cups of water over the rice, and cook it in a saucepan without covering it.
- After the rice is cooked , the water is filtered out of it in a clean bowl.
- When it cools, it is placed in an airtight container, placed in the refrigerator, and can be kept for a week.
- When needed, take one or two tablespoons of it, dilute it in a cup of water, and stir well.
- How to prepare rice water without boiling it
- Wash one cup of rice, then add two cups of water.
- Soak the rice in water for 15-30 minutes.
- After the time has elapsed, the rice is stirred, then the water is drained into another bowl.
- Transfer the rice water to a bowl, and keep it in the refrigerator. It can be kept for 3-4 days, and shake well before use.
Rice water recipes for the skin
Rice water to irritate the skin :
The starch in rice water treats many skin lesions, such as eczema, and atopic dermatitis, and it is recommended to add a few cups of rice water to the bath water. This is to repair the damaged skin barrier, irritation and inflammation of the skin, and the body is soaked in it for a period of 15-20 minutes, twice a day. As for skin irritation and inflammation, it can be calmed topically by soaking a cotton ball in a volume of rice water, applying it to the affected area, and repeating the treatment several times a day. [3]
Rice water to tighten skin pores :
Rice water helps tighten pores , and rebalances the pH level in the skin, but before knowing how to tighten skin pores, it is necessary to know the types of problems caused by open and large pores, which are represented by acne and blackheads, which are common problems in oily skin , and the method This recipe is: [4]
- Dilute rice water with an equal amount of water.
- Soak a cotton ball in the solution, then apply it to the face.
- Leave the solution on the skin for 15-20 minutes, then rinse with water.
- And to get the best results, use this treatment every night , after cleansing the face.
Rice water to improve skin :
Rice water improves skin, through the clearance of toxins, improve their flexibility and prevents stains progress in age , dark spots, and reduces skin infections, and method are: [4]
- Soak a piece of cotton in diluted rice water, then apply it to a clean face, similar to the method of applying toner.
- Leave the rice water on the skin for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Massage the skin in circular motions for several minutes.
- Rinse the face with lukewarm water.
- Repeat the treatment at least once a day.
Rice water for smooth skin :
Rice water contains antioxidants that reduce the damage of free radicals and sun rays, in addition to it contains protein that prevents the skin from losing water, which maintains its hydration, softness , and its method is: [4]
- Dilute rice water with cold water in a ratio of 1: 2.
- Soak a towel in the solution.
- Place the towel on the clean face , and leave it for 15 minutes or more.
- The face is gently washed with the remaining rice water, thus obtaining a supple and smooth skin.
- Rinse the face with plain water.
- Repeat this treatment once daily.
How to make home toner with rice water
Rice water deeply illuminates the skin, cleanses it, tightens its pores, corrects unevenness in its color, in addition to reducing pigmentation, especially when used on a daily basis. Here comes the method of making a home toner using rice: [5]
- Put half a cup of rice in a bowl, then pour an appropriate amount of water on it, until it is completely covered.
- Soak the rice in water for 20 minutes, or until the water becomes cloudy, then separates the rice from the water.
- Then transfer the rice water into a spray bottle, then add half a cup of rose water to it.
- Shake the spray bottle, and the toner is ready to use.
References
- ^ A b "How To To the Use of Rice Water For Beautiful Skin And Hair" , Www.top10homeremedies.com , Retrieved 2017-12-30. Edited.
- ↑ Naomi (2017-12-7), "Is Rice Water Beneficial For Your Skin?" , Www.stylecraze.com , Retrieved 2017-12-30. Edited.
- ↑ "How to Use Rice Water for Beautiful Skin and Hair" , www.top10homeremedies.com , Retrieved 2017-12-30. Edited.
- ^ A b t "How To To the Use of Rice Water For Beautiful Skin And Hair" , Www.top10homeremedies.com , Retrieved 2017-12-30. Edited.
- ↑ "41 Homemade natural face toner recipes" , vkool.com , Retrieved 2017-12-30. Edited.
