Rice Water Benefits For Hair And Skin

Rice Water Benefits For Hair and Skin is one of the latest things that is trending on social media. So I tried it, not just for the sake of trying it, but it actually looked logical and promising to me. Fermented rice water is rich in nutrients so it is highly beneficial for skin and hair. I too have been using it for a month now. I am ready to share my true experience with you so that you too can decide if this trend is worth following or not. Stay tuned.

Fermented Rice Water Benefits For Hair And Skin

Ancient Japanese and Chinese women used to use rice water is used to get beautiful hair. Leftover water after boiling rice was used to rinse hair to keep them healthy. Now, the beauty gurus are going one step further and they are trying to use the full power of rice water letting it Fermented beforehand. Fermented rice water is a power full potion for not only your hair but also for your skin. Rice water is rich in amino acids and fatty acids.

Types Of Rice Water

Any kind of rice water you use, make sure to thoroughly wash the rice before boiling or soaking it.

• Boiled Rice Water: Whenever you boil rice, add some extra water. Once the rice is done, strain the extra water and keep it in an airtight jar to be used on skin and hair.
• Soaked Rice Water: In case you do not want to boil rice, you can simply soak some rice in a bowl for 2-3 hours. The cloudy water you get is rich in nutrients.
• Fermented Rice Water: Going a step ahead when you leave rice soaked in water for about 24 hours, you get fermented rice water. The kind of rice water I love to use. It does smell a bit funny but is really nice for skin and hair.

How To Prepare Fermented Rice Water For Hair & Skin?

I use fermented rice water form y hair and skin. And it’s way too easy to prepare it. Instead of boiling rice, I let them soak in water for a day.

You just need two ingredients and 24 hours. Depending upon your hair length and usage, you need to figure out how much rice water you want to prepare in one go.

Soak a handful of rice in 2 cups of distilled water. Let it sit for at least 24 hours before use.  24 hours is the maximum time to let the rice ferment. I happen to use rice water along with the soaked rice also. So there is no wastage.

How To Use Rice Water For Hair And Skin

• • Toner: Rice water is rich in minerals and vitamins, and you can use it as a toner to soak these nutrients into your skin. Dip a cotton ball in the rice water and swipe across your face gently. Do not wash it away. You can also massage it for optimal benefits. Use it twice every day and you will notice brighter and clearer skin complexion. You can also add rice water to your DIY face pack.
  • Anti Aging Night Cream: Blend the cooked rice with some water into a fine paste. You can add your favorite essential oils to it. Use it at night.
  • Stay In Conditioner: Add a few drops of Vitamin E to rice water and give a final rinse to your hair post shampoo. Let the rice water stay on your hair for a few minutes, before rinsing it away with plain cold water. In case you don’t mind, you can leave it without rinse.
  • Body Scrub: You can grind the soaked rice and mix in rice water. This gives you a workable texture to scrub your face/ body. Apply this scrub on your body before shower. You can add your favorite essential oil or rose water to make it smell great. Also if you like, you can add some raw milk or curd to increase its efficiency. This scrub will help you get rid of dead skin cells, taking away tan or discoloration, Please use it twice a week for 2-3 weeks to see results.
  • Hair Tonic: If you are facing excessive hair fall, use rice water to massage your scalp. In no time it will make your scalp healthy and your hair fall would reduce significantly. Using rice water as hair tonic has found to keep scalp healthy and nourished. It reduces dandruff and infections.
  • Hair Mask: Cook the leftover rice in little water. It will take just a few minutes since they have been soaked for 24 hours already. Now make a fine paste of these cooked rice using a blender. Add Olive oil, Argan oil, Lavender oil, or whatever you have to mask the funny smell and add more moisture to the paste. Section your hair and apply this paste to your hair from root to tip, covering the scalp. Keep it for 1-2 hours before washing it away with plain water. You can also use mild shampoo in case you want to. Your hair will feel softer, nourished, and shinier.

The Fermented Rice Water Smells Bad? Is This Normal?

It is absolutely normal for the fermented rice water to smell a little bad. I add a few drops of Lavender oil/ Tea Tree oil and the bad smell goes away. Essential oils have their own beauty benefits, so adding a few drops of your favorite EO will be an added advantage.

Adding essential oil to rice water is absolutely optional.

Pick an essential oil based on your skin/hair type.

Essential oils have their own beauty and health benefits, so you can leverage those benefits by adding a few drops to your solution. So it is essential to pick your EO on the basis of your scalp/skin condition. Lavender Oil works for hair and skin, so does Tea Tree oil. Apart from these oils, you can choose from Citronella, Peppermint Oil, Rosehip Oil, Lemon Oil, etc.

What to do with the leftover soaked rice? Can you eat them?

It is not a good idea to eat the soaked rice. You can either prepare a hair mask or body scrub out of those leftover already soaked rice. Scroll Up. I have already discussed the process in detail.

What short term and long term results can you expect?

On My Skin: After using rice water, my skin feels matte and tight. After using it as a toner for 2-3 days, I realized a few old blackheads had dropped (literally, came out of my skin by itself and dropped). So for oily skin, it is a boon.

On My Hair: If I use it as a final rinse for my hair, my hair looks more healthy, shine-y, and more manageable. That’s an immediate effect.

Within a week, I would not say I noticed any remarkable difference in my hair length. I think to see hair growth one must wait at least a week.

What I noticed after using Rice Water For My Skin & Hair

The Rice water benefits for hair and skin are definitely quite obvious for me in the long term also.

I have noticed my hair fall stopped. The rice water made my hair grow faster, not crazy faster, but yeah there was a nice growth within a month. I feel they are about 2 inches longer within a month. I wish I had taken a photograph before. But now I am keeping track, so I will update you soon.

It did not change my hair texture, nether it made them straighter, but it improved hair health for sure. I can say the same about my skin. The rice water does help you with pores, keeping them clean and skin taut.

Can I leave rice water in my hair overnight?

I do. I leave rice water in my hair overnight for optimum results. The very first time, I started using rice water, I applied it on my scalp and sprayed on my hair and slept continuously for one week. My hair started feeling drier.

It was all protein build up. Now I do it twice to thrice a week, and my hair feel better.

Why did Hair feel Brittle After Rice Water Treatment?

It means you are using it the wrong way. Rice Water is loaded with protein. Excess rice water treatment could coat your hair with protein and make the feel rough and brittle.

In case you have dry hair and scalp. Use it once or twice a week at max. Use a deep conditioning mask along with the treatment.

Also, do not ferment rice for more than 24 hours and use the water straight away. I would not recommend storing it in the refrigerator and use it for weeks. Every time you must use rice water rinse, prepare it fresh.

Any Side Effects Of Rice Water Treatment?

Sometimes, your hair might feel bit brittle, it means they need a break from the rice water treatment. Also if you have dry hair type, I would advise keeping them moisturized to prevent them

 

Rice Water is loaded with Vitamin B, E,  and minerals which are highly beneficial for hair ans skin. Home made fermented rice water is the best. It is cheap, 100%, organic, natural and effective. It keeps skin taut, bright and healthy. Rice water boosts hair growth and regrowth many folds. Hair becomes stringer and shinier with every use. Just prepare and use it the right way.

Do try this rice water treatment for your hair and skin. You will be amazed by the results. IF you have already tried this magical potion, do let me know. Also in case you have any queries or questions regarding Rice Water treatment, uses, etc. reach out to me at highongloss@gmail.com . I would be happy to help. I will be back soon.

Take Care.

 

Nisha Malik ❤

Facebook | Instagram