Rice

Rice, a staple food in many cultures around the world, is not only beneficial for our diet. It also offers numerous advantages for the skin and hair thanks to its nourishing and revitalizing properties. Rice water, in particular, is a true natural elixir, rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, which helps tone, hydrate, and protect the skin while adding shine and flexibility to the hair. Discover how to recover and use this simple yet effective resource to pamper your body naturally.

Recipe 1: Toning Rice Water for the Skin

1. Rinse your rice well before cooking (preferably organic rice).

2. Cook the rice in a large pot of water.

3. Strain and collect the rice water.

4. Wait for it to cool before applying.

To apply to the skin:

• Soak a cotton pad in the cooled rice water.

• Apply it directly to your cleansed face.

• Let it sit for 10 to 20 minutes.

• Rinse with clear water.

Recipe 2: Rice Water Face Mask

1. Save a little of the cooked rice.

2. Mash it to form a paste.

3. Add a bit of rice water and a teaspoon of honey.

4. Apply this mask to your face and leave it on for 10 minutes.

Recipe 3: Rice Water for Hair

1. After shampooing, use rice water as a rinse.

2. Rinse your hair with the rice water, then rinse again with clear water. This acts like a conditioner, strengthening, adding shine, and making hair easier to style.

Recipe 4: Rice Water Hair Mask

1. Apply rice water generously to your hair.

2. Let it sit for at least 20 minutes.

3. Rinse with clear water.
   (For added effectiveness, you can ferment the rice water for 2 days before applying it.)