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How to Make Rice Water for Hair and Face?

Published in Rice Water Preparation 3 mins read

Making rice water for hair and face is a simple process that involves soaking rice in water. Here's how to do it, incorporating insights from a video on YouTube:

Steps to Prepare Rice Water

Here's a breakdown of the process for making rice water:

  1. Gather Your Supplies:

    • ½ cup of uncooked rice (any kind will work)
    • 2-3 cups of water
    • A clean bowl or jar
    • A strainer
    • Optional: a container with a lid for storage

  2. Rinse the Rice: Place the rice in a strainer and rinse it thoroughly with water to remove any impurities or debris. This will ensure you're only using the essence of the rice.

  3. Soak the Rice: Place the rinsed rice in your clean bowl or jar. Add the 2-3 cups of water. Ensure the water covers all the rice grains.

  4. Soaking Time:

  • Quick Method: According to the video, if you're short on time, soaking for just 30 minutes is enough to get some benefits from the rice water.
  • Fermentation Method: For a more potent result, allow the rice to soak for several hours to allow it to ferment.

  1. Strain the Rice: After soaking, strain the rice water into a separate container using a strainer. This separates the rice grains from the liquid. The strained liquid is your rice water.

  2. Storage: If you're not using the rice water right away, you can store it in a clean, sealed container in the refrigerator. Fermented rice water is potent, but may have a slight sour smell that is normal.

How to Use Rice Water

Rice water can be used in several ways:

  • For Hair:

    • After shampooing, pour rice water over your hair.
    • Massage it into your scalp and hair, paying attention to the ends.
    • Let it sit for 5-20 minutes, and then rinse your hair thoroughly with clean water.
    • Use 1-2 times per week.

  • For Face:

    • Apply rice water to a cotton pad and gently pat it onto your face as a toner.
    • You can also wash your face with rice water.
    • Leave it on for 10-30 minutes or simply allow your skin to air dry.
    • Use it 1-2 times daily as tolerated.

Key Takeaways

Aspect Details
Rice Any type of uncooked rice works.
Soaking Time 30 minutes for quick use; Several hours for fermentation.
Water 2-3 cups of water per ½ cup of rice.
Application Hair, face: rinse, massage and let it sit.
Frequency 1-2 times a week (hair), 1-2 times a day (face) as tolerated.

By following these steps, you can easily make your own rice water at home for hair and face care.

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