Fermented rice water is quite a popular remedy for hair fall and skin care and I have tried and tested it and it really does wonders! I love using this wonderful ingredient for hair and skin both and I have talked about its hair care uses HERE. It is really nourishing for the skin and it helps balance skin pH and also adds a beautiful glow. If you are in lookout for how to use this miracle fermented water for skin care, I have posted rice cream on this blog already (its HERE) but today we will see some more different ways to use fermented rice water for skincare –
FERMENTED RICE WATER RECIPE HERE >>>>
WAYS TO USE FERMENTED RICE WATER FOR SKIN CARE:
Toner
To make toner for clear and glowing skin, all you need to do is mix together 1/3 cup of prepared fermented rice water with a teaspoon of jojoba oil and few drops of lavender essential oil. Transfer it to a spray bottle and shake it really well. Soak a cotton pad with this and pat it on your facial skin.
Face Mask
To make this face mask, simply add fermented rice water to enough rice flour to make a spreadable paste. Apply this on your facial skin and neck and let it sit for 15 to 20 minutes. Massage or facial skin with wet fingers and rinse it off.
Serum
To make this serum for face, all you need to do is mix together 3 tablespoons of commercial aloe vera gel, 2 tablespoons of rose water and 2 tablespoons of rice water. Mix it until it well emulsifies and add in few drops of your favorite essential oil. Transfer to an and easy to use dropper bottle and use it as a facial serum in the morning and before bedtime.
Facial Mist
To make facial mist for skin glow, simply mix equal quantities of rice water and rose water. Transfer it to an easy to use spray bottle and use it as a facial mist throughout the day.
Sheet Mask
If you have sheet mask capsules or just plain paper towel, you can make your very own sheet mask at home. In a bowl, add 2 tablespoons of rice water and few drops of your favorite essential oil. Mix it well and soak a sheet mask capsule or paper towel in the solution.
Pigmentation Cream
To make pigmentation cream for uneven skin tone and dark spots or darkness around mouth, you need 2 tablespoons of fermented rice water and 3 tablespoons of aloe vera gel. Mix it well and add a pinch of turmeric and saffron. Mix it well and transfer it to an easy to use jar. Use it as a facial cream.
Face Wash
You can use this miracle water to make face wash. All you need to do is mix together half cup of this rice infused water and one cup of liquid castile soap. Add and few drops of lavender essential oil and stir gently. Transfer to an easy to use pump bottle and use it as a face wash.
Face & Body Scrub
To make face scrub, you need half cup of rolled oats, 3 tablespoons of yogurt and enough rice infused water to make a spreadable mixture. Use this to scrub your face and body both.
NOTE-
- Always patch test beforehand to make sure you are not allergic to any of the ingredients used.
- You need to stick to a routine for a longer period to see any effect.
- Use these DIYs within a week and store it in the refrigerator.