DIY Rice toner is secret behind clear complexion

 

Rice water has been used from centuries especially in Asian remedies and today the popularity of using rice as base for glowing and shinning skin is main element that is all because of Korean’s skin care formula. Well reason behind rice water is so good for our skin is that it is rich in a lot of nutrients. For starters, around 16 percent of its composition consists of proteins which are the building blocks of skin cells. It is also enriched with triglycerides, lipids and starch, which are all responsible for enhancing skin health in different ways. Carbohydrates, inositol, phytic acid and inorganic substances make up the rest of the composition, making rice water an ideal DIY ingredient for making rice toner.

 

Why is rice water is  beneficial for skin

Along witth your hair, rice water has huge benefits for your skin as well.

Have a look how rice water can be used for your skin:

1)Works excellent as Anti-aging -

Rich in antioxidants, rice water has shown to inhibit the action of elastase, a compound that causes damage to elastin in your skin and leads to premature aging. That is why rice water can safely be used to delay and reduce the appearance of aging signs on the skin.

2) Protect skin from sun damage -

Devoid of harsh chemicals and when used raw, rice water can have a cooling effect on mild sun damage like redness, sunburn, inflammation and itching.

3) Boosts skin barrier health -

Some studies have found that rice starch can be beneficial in repairing and maintaining the natural barrier of the skin. This can be helpful to prepare your skin to fight eternal aggressors and prevent issues like atopic dermatitis and protect against pollution damage.

4) Skin brightening agent :

The skin brightening enzymes present in rice water make it a key ingredient in Japanese and Korean beauty rituals. It is known to fade dark spots, blemishes and brighten up the complexion for a clear and smooth texture.

 

 How to make rice water for skin is as same we use to make for hair and I have already share so check how to make rice water

There are three ways to prepare rice water for the skin:

1) Soak -

The easiest and quickest way of preparing rice water for the skin is the soaking method. Run uncooked rice grains under a faucet until the water runs clear. Soak the clean rice in a bowl with water for about 30 minutes, while gently mixing and pressing down with your fingers. Strain the water and store it in a tight-lid spray bottle; you can refrigerate it up to a week, after which you need to prepare a new batch.

2) Ferment  -

Fermented rice water is a more potent form of treatment that has added benefits of smoothening and conditioning. Rinse the rice properly with water first. Then, place the rice into a glass bowl filled with water and soak for two days. This will trigger the natural fermentation process of rice. After two days, strain the rice and store it in a glass bottle in the refrigerator.

3) Boil -

Cook rice like you usually would for eating purposes. Then, strain the starchy water and transfer to a glass bottle with the lid open. Let it cool down completely before putting the lid back on and refrigerating it.

 

  How to use rice water for face

Depending on how you have prepared the rice water, there are two options of using it for your face:

1) If you’ve soaked or boiled it -

Soaked or boiled rice water stored in a spray bottle can be directly used on your skin. Whenever you decide to spritz a toner or mist, keep it on for 30 minutes and wash with warm water after. You can use a cotton ball or pad to apply it wherever needed.
 

2) If you’ve fermented it -             

As mentioned before, fermented rice water is more potent than the soaked or boiled variations. When using fermented rice water, dilute a couple of tablespoons with normal water and apply with a cotton ball or pad. Leave it on for a half-hour and then wash as usual.

 

You can store the toner in refrigerator and can easily last for 7 days. So give a try and share your review with me.