Rice water for hair: a beauty ally you did not know
In China, Japan and South East Asia, women used and still use rice water for both washing and rinsing their hair. Being extremely delicate, it does not irritate the scalp, cleanses thoroughly and the hair benefits from it, growing even thicker, healthier and shinier. Before learning more about this technique, here is a video for you to understand when to cut hair according to the phases of the moon.
Rice water: what is it?
If until today, when you decided to cook the rice, you then threw away the cooking water, after reading our article you will never fall into this error again! The cooking water in which we cook the rice is in fact a excellent elixir to use as a beauty treatment. It has many benefits for both hair and scalp, which we know well is often prone to problems such as skin irritation, eczema, acne on the face or body, sunburn, etc.)
Rice water can be a valid help to pamper our hair, because from the first application it can show the promised results. Which? More beautiful, healthy and strong hair!
It is a 100% natural solution, known to be rich in starch, is able to bring shine to the entire hair, making the hair shiny and shiny. At the same time, the rice water is rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, precious substances which serve to revive the hair fiber from the inside.
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Properties and benefits of rice water for skin and hair
For rice water to be highly effective, it must be left to ferment. It is an acidic liquid rich in minerals, antioxidants and vitamins of group B and E, but it also contains pitera, a substance known as a true anti-aging elixir as it is able to stimulate cell renewal.
Rice water for hair
- The B vitamins present in rice water help in the production of black pigments typical of the hair fiber coloring.
- Rice water is able to increase the elasticity of the hair, protecting it from damage due to heat and the brush and repairing it from the inside.
- Fermented rice water is acidic, which is why it will be so effective for acidic rinsing of the hair, sealing the cuticles and making hair appear smooth, shiny and healthy.
- 100% natural solution but much more effective than many products on the market.
Rice water for the skin
- Cleansing the face with rice water makes the skin very soft and smooth
- Improves the appearance of the complexion
- It can be used instead of the tonic
- Shrinks the pores
- Chopped rice grains can be used as a scrub to remove dead skin cells
How to use rice water for acid rinse
Rice water can be used as a kind of conditioner or rinse water, so instead of finishing your hair care routine with a "classic" conditioner, you can try using rice water. Once or twice a week, when you wash your hair, enjoy the benefits of this magical potion. Massage the scalp with your usual shampoo, rinse the product with the shower water, then pour the equivalent of a glass of rice water on your hair. Leave on for 5 to 10 minutes, as if it were a mask, then rinse again with clean water. At this point squeeze the hair from excess water, dry it and admire the result. The hair will be shinier and softer, at the same time the frizz effect will be incredibly reduced.
Rice water as a scalp treatment
Applied on our hair, rice water is an excellent ally, but did you know that it is also possible to use it directly on the scalp? Apply the rice water with a measuring cup all over your head, taking care to reach each point and gradually separating the strands of hair. Leave this natural lotion on for 30 minutes, but if you have time you can go up to 1 hour. Now rinse your hair and wash it with your usual shampoo. Use this treatment once a week for best results. Rice water is also known for its ability to grow hair faster, reduce dandruff and get rid of lice.
How to prepare rice water for hair at home?
The method of making your own hair rice water at home is quite quick and really very simple. All you have to do is cook some rice (previously rinsed and drained) in plenty of water and after draining it, keep the cooking water, let it cool and filter it. Let's see everything in detail.
Initial steps
- Put the rice in a container and cover it with the water
- Leave to soak for 60 minutes
- Shake it lightly so that the vitamins and other valuable substances can be released into the water.
- Boil the rice without salt and once ready, drain it, keeping the water in a container.
Fermentation
- Leave the rice water to rest for 48 hours at room temperature, in a covered container.
- After this time, put the rice water in the refrigerator where you can keep it for a week.
- The fermentation process is recommended but not mandatory, but it serves to make the product even more effective.
- If after fermentation you cannot bear the unpleasant smell that the rice water has taken on, you can add a few drops of essential oil to the mixture.
Rice water recipes: masks and beauty treatments
Rice and clay mask for oily hair
Ingrediants
- 4 tablespoons of rice water
- 2 tablespoons of clay
- 3 drops of rosemary essential oil
Method
- Dissolve the clay in the rice water and continue stirring until all lumps are eliminated.
- Add the essential oil of rosemary.
- Massage the mixture into your scalp only.
- Leave for 30 minutes.
- Wash your hair and rinse with apple cider vinegar to close the cuticles.
Damaged hair mask: rice water and castor oil
Ingrediants
- 3 tablespoons of rice water
- 1 teaspoon of castor oil
- 3 drops of essential oil of your choice
Method
- Mix all the ingredients and once you have the mixture apply it to damp hair from roots to ends.
- Leave on for 40 minutes, covering your head with a cap or towel.
- Wash your hair with your usual shampoo.
Rice water products: here's where to buy them!
Rice Starch Saddle for Bath - at a special price on Amazon
Rice Flakes Hair and Body Cleanser - available on Amazon
Amidomio Euphidra Shampoo Conditioner - special offer on Amazon
Rice Water Hair Shampoo - for sale on Amazon
Mask with Brandy and Rice Oil to stimulate hair growth
Ingrediants
- 3 tablespoons of rice water
- 1 tablespoon of Brandy
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon of honey
Method
- Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and apply the mixture to the scalp.
- Distribute the mask well to the ends of the hair and leave it on for 40 minutes, covering the head with a towel.
- Wash your hair with your usual shampoo
