Historically, one thing that people in China used to whiten skin was rice water.
Rice Water for Skin Whitening
Using rice water to enhance skin complexion is an ancient practice rooted in East Asian cultures. The referenced material specifically mentions China as one of the countries where this method was employed.
- Historical Context: In China, as well as Korea and Japan, washing the face with rice water was a common practice.
- Belief: People believed that rice water had natural skin-whitening properties.
While the effectiveness of rice water for skin whitening may vary and is not definitively proven by modern science, its historical use in China for this purpose is well-documented.
