Author: Namratha Gopal
Ever wondered why people in Korea have flawless and glowing glass-like skin? Koreans include rice in their skincare regimen as we all know. What if we prepare Korean DIYs at our home? It’s super easy and does wonders on the skin. I assure you guys enjoy making this DIY at home i.e., Korean inspired facewash. Let’s see how we can prepare this super exciting and stress-buster DIY within short period of time. By now, I think you all are thinking why to prepare Korean DIY when we have many Korean skincare products out there. Agreed!! But we don’t lose anything by giving a try that’s worth right? And of course those Korean skincare products are super expensive and are quite not affordable. Let’s begin with this natural recipe for Korean inspired face wash –
Benefits of Korean Inspired face wash DIY
- Evens out the skin tone
- Adds glow
- Soothes sensitive skin
- Is an anti-aging solution
- Reduces spots and pigmentation
- Moisturizes the skin
- Doesn’t dry out your skin easily
- Removes dead skin cells
- Leaves your skin soft and supple
- Overall a effective skin cleanser
Recipe for Korean Inspired face wash DIY
Things you need:
- 3 tbsps of rice
- 6 tbsps of water
- Dove Soap (1 bar)
- 2 tbsps of rosehip oil
- 4 capsules of vitamin E oil
Directions:
Take a small cup and add 3 tbsps of rice and wash it. Now add 6 tbsps of water and grind it to a fine paste. Strain it to squeeze in some rice milk. Take a vessel and add this rice milk and keep it on a low flame to cook for 2 to 3 mins. Now add 1/4th of grated dove soap to it. Cook it for 5 mins now and turn off the flame. Once the mixture comes down to room temperature, add 2 tbsps of rosehip oil and 4 capsules of vitamin E oil. Give it a good mix and add the mixture to pump bottle and use it as a facewash. Can store this upto 15 days in a refrigerator. We all know how dove soap is super beneficial and are an effective cleanser that doesn’t dry out much by locking the moisture inside.
Benefits of the ingredients used in this DIY
Rice
The high content of vitamin B, vitamin C, vitamin E and some water- soluble minerals like inositol and ferulic acid in rice greatly contributes to the skin repair, keeps your skin soft and supple. Also has some natural sunscreen properties and helps preventing wrinkles as it boosts collagen. It has anti-aging effects for the skin due to its rich anti-oxidant properties.
Rosehip oil
Rosehip oil has deep moisturizing and nourishing properties. It has high concentration of essential fatty acids which are extremely beneficial for skin. Is rich in vitamin C and helps fading of scars, hyper pigmented skin, and skin damage. It is an effective antioxidant thus helps in reducing fine lines and wrinkles and is great for early signs of ageing, thanks to its anti-aging effects.
Vitamin E capsules
Vitamin E is known to moisturize and refresh your skin with its skin hydrating property and anti-oxidants. It also has anti-inflammatory and photo protective effects on the skin. This renews the skin’s healthy glow and diminishes wrinkles. It serves as overnight anti-aging treatment.
Note: You can add any essential oil of your choice. Be it for aroma or for skin benefits.
Disclaimer:
- Patch test is mandatory before you use this facewash.
- Discard the usage if it doesn’t suit you.
- Avoid using any other soap. Use Dove soap for better results. You can also use liquid Castile soap or bar Castile soap.
- Follow the right measurements as mentioned above.
