Rice water / water for the face. Rice masks

Due to its high content of nutrients, rice is often used in cosmetology in the form of a decoction. Before using, you should familiarize yourself with how to properly prepare and use it in facial care.

The benefits of rice water for the skin

Rice broth for the face, due to the content of a large amount of nutrients, has a number of beneficial properties:

• moisturizes and nourishes the skin;
• relieves irritation and inflammation thanks to the content allantoin;
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• restores and accelerates the regeneration process (you can lubricate wounds and other skin lesions several times a day);
• softens the skin;
• narrows enlarged pores;
• improves complexion;
• increases tone;
• eliminates pigmentation (including age-related);
• smoothes wrinkles and prevents premature aging of cells;
• protects against UV rays and other aggressive environmental factors;
• removes accumulated toxins and other harmful substances from the skin;
• has a mild disinfectant effect;
• relaxes muscles;
• regulates and accelerates the process of collagen synthesis;
• has antioxidant protection due to the content of ferulic acid.

You can use the broth at any time of the year. So, in the summer, it helps to restore the skin's hydrobalance and has a softening effect. In winter, the product protects against the effects of cold and soothes irritation.

To increase the beneficial properties of the broth, it is recommended to combine it with other ingredients, depending on the type of skin:

• sensitive skin - fermented milk products are suitable;
• dry skin - oils;
• oily skin type - fresh fruits.

The greatest benefit, according to cosmetologists, is brown or brown rice in unpolished form. It contains a large amount of vitamins C and B. Also, the cereal contains iodine, iron, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, copper, sodium and 8 important amino acids.

Are there any contraindications for use?

Rice broth has practically no contraindications. It has a pronounced drying effect, so if the skin is dry, the product must be used with caution. To soften the effect of rice water, you can add 5 drops of essential oil to it (chosen according to personal preference).

In rare cases, the use of the product may cause an allergic reaction. Therefore, a sensitivity test should be performed before use. To do this, apply a small amount of rice water to the bend of the elbow or wrist and leave for 20-30 minutes. If, after the specified time, no changes have occurred on the skin and the state of health has not worsened, the product can be used on an ongoing basis.

Types of rice-based home remedies and cooking methods

Rice decoction for the face at home can be prepared in several ways. Each of them retains the beneficial properties of rice and has a beneficial effect. Any kind of rice can be used for cooking.

Infusion

The infusion according to this recipe saves time, since it is prepared in just 20 minutes.

To prepare it you need:

1. Take 0.5 tbsp. rice and pour over 2 tbsp. clean water.
2. Insist the resulting mixture for 20 minutes.
3. After the specified time, strain the infusion.

It is not recommended to store the prepared infusion in the refrigerator and use it immediately after preparation.

Decoction

Rice decoction for the face is prepared as follows:

1. Rinse rice (1 cup needed) with running water.
2. Next, pour the rice with cold filtered water (you need 4 cups) and put on low heat.
3. Cook the rice for about 20 minutes.
4. Pour the cooked rice into a colander, and collect the broth from it in a suitable bowl.

The resulting broth should be diluted with clean water before use (the ratio should be 1: 1 if the skin is dry or sensitive). For normal and oily skin types, the decoction is applied undiluted.

The broth must be stored in a well-sealed container for 7 days in a cool place.

Fermented rice water

The rice water that comes from the fermentation process is considered to be the healthiest. During fermentation, it is enriched with minerals, enzymes, antioxidants and a special ingredient called Pietra. It has a pronounced anti-aging effect and starts the process of cell renewal.

Preparing fermented water involves the following steps:

1. Rinse the rice thoroughly and pour into a container that closes tightly.
2. Pour cold and clean water over rice - 4 parts of liquid are taken for 1 part of rice.

Close the resulting mixture tightly with a lid and leave to infuse in a warm place for 4 days. It may take more or less time to infuse it, so the readiness of the water can be determined by the formation of small bubbles on the surface and the sour smell of the liquid.

1. After the specified time, strain the prepared rice water.
2. Then boil the water for 3 minutes.

There is another option for preparing fermented water:

1. Rice in an amount of 200 g, rinse thoroughly and soak in 1 liter of purified water. All this time, the cereal is periodically stirred.
2. Strain the rice and pour the resulting water into a jar.
3. Place the jar of water in a warm place for fermentation for 1-2 days.
4. Strain the prepared water before use.

Instructions for use

Rice water is a multifunctional remedy. Therefore, it must be applied correctly in order to obtain the desired effect.

Skin cleansing process

To effectively cleanse the skin of impurities and make-up, rice water instead of water. The product must be washed in the morning and in the evening. This is especially beneficial for oily skin, as the rice water shrinks pores and mattifies the skin.

Toning

The broth can also replace the usual tonic, which helps to normalize the pH level of the skin and has a slight lifting effect. For its preparation, fermented rice water (you need 3 tbsp. l.) is mixed with 200 ml of purified cold water.

This tool is used as follows:

1. Wipe the previously cleansed, dry skin of the face and décolleté with a cotton swab moistened with rice water.
2. Leave the broth on the skin until it dries completely.
3. After the product dries, apply a caring cream without rinsing the broth from the face.

To give the tonic a pleasant aroma, you can add rose oil or lavender, geranium oil to it. It should be noted that the shelf life of such a tonic should not exceed 7 days. It is stored in a cool place and tightly closed.

Applying a sedative

Rice water helps with skin irritation due to various factors:

• For burns. Chilled rice water is used to wipe the burns or spray it onto the skin with a spray bottle. The product accelerates the regeneration of skin cells, eliminates redness and burning sensation.
• Inflammatory processes, irritation. Rice ice can be used. It just needs to be poured into an ice mold and frozen. With the resulting cubes, wipe cleansed skin.
• Allergic reactions and irritation caused by exposure to surfactants. For this, the skin is recommended to be treated with 2 p. a day with rice water after cleansing.

The rice broth also contains components that protect the skin from the harmful effects of solar radiation. The agent is most effective in combination with raspberry seed oil.

Rice water and decoction masks

Rice decoction for the face is often added to homemade beauty masks. They are highly effective when used regularly and correctly. It is worth noting that in Japan, the most popular are cloth masks. To prepare them, you should purchase dry masks made of cellulose in advance. They are moistened in a decoction and applied to the face for 15 minutes. After the procedure, you do not need to rinse the broth - you should only wait for it to dry completely, and then apply the cream. There is a more simplified version of such masks.

This requires:

1. Divide the cotton pads into 2 parts - they should be as thin as possible.
2. Soak the discs in rice water and place on the face.
3. After 15-20 minutes, remove the discs and wait until the skin is completely dry.

Such masks are recommended to be done twice a week.

Skin regeneration and wrinkle smoothing

The effect of the mask is aimed at eliminating wrinkles and increasing skin elasticity. The ingredients for its preparation are indicated in the table.

Ingredients	Quantity
Ginger (root)	5-7 g
Honey (liquid)	1 hour l.
Sea salt	0.5 tsp l.
Olive oil and white clay	0.5 tsp. l.
Rice decoction	3 tbsp. l.

The preparation and application of the mask consists of the following steps:

1. Grate ginger.
2. Add all the ingredients except the clay to the ginger and mix.
3. In the resulting mixture, include clay, stir.
4. The prepared mask is applied to clean skin.
5. After 20 minutes, remove the product with water.

This mask must be done 1-2 p. a week for at least 2 months.

Also, a mask based on rice broth and fruit juice has good regenerating properties. Additionally, it fills the skin with energy and radiance. To prepare the mask in a suitable container, mix the rice broth with orange and apple juice in equal proportions. The resulting liquid should be moistened with a soft cloth and applied to the face. The exposure time of the mask is 15 minutes. This procedure is not recommended to be done more often than 2 rubles. in Week.

Lifting mask and skin firming

This mask is suitable for all skin types.

To prepare it, you should:

1. Fermented rice water in the amount of 2 tbsp. l. boil.
2. Next, pour this water over 2 tbsp. l. tea leaves (green).
3. Insist the resulting mixture for several minutes.
4. Spread the cooked broth warm over the skin, décolleté and neck.
5. After half an hour, rinse off the remnants of the product with water.

Express mask for edema and fatigue

The mask allows you to effectively and quickly eliminate swelling and signs of fatigue. It is recommended to do it in the morning after waking up. This will give the face an extra healthy appearance.

To prepare the mask, you should:

1. Grind the walnut into powder.
2. Add a small amount of banana, rice flour, 1 tsp to the nut. l. oatmeal and convert to a homogeneous mass.
3. Then add the rice water. Its amount is regulated visually - you should get a mushy consistency.
4. Apply the mask to the face for 20 minutes.

You can restore damaged skin and bags under the eyes with the help of a fruit mask. The acids additionally contained in fruits have a bactericidal effect. In addition to rice water in the amount of 3 tbsp. l. you will need a small piece of fresh apple, orange and banana. The fruit is ground into a gruel and mixed with water. The resulting mixture is applied to the face (must be cleansed) and left to act for 10 minutes.

In the case when the mask is too liquid, it is better to apply it with a clean cloth. These fruits can be replaced with any others, based on their beneficial properties. For example, even berries can be used in season. For oily skin, such a mask should be done twice a week, and for dry skin it is better to limit it to once.

Moisturizing and smoothing mask

A moisturizing mask can be prepared from the rice remaining after cooking. It needs to be converted into gruel, add 1 tsp to it. l. lemon juice and olive oil. Spread this mixture evenly over a clean face and leave to act for 10 minutes. Remains of the product can be removed by washing with cool water. A mask based on rice decoction, glycerin and egg white has a pronounced moisturizing effect.

She prepares like this:

1. ¼ Art. rice, pour 1 tbsp. water and cook for half an hour or until the rice is completely softened.
2. Then drain the broth from the rice and cool.
3. Add protein to the resulting broth and mix well.
4. Next, pour glycerin into the mixture and stir.

The prepared mask is applied only to previously cleansed skin. After the product has dried, a crust has formed, it is removed with warm water. This mask is recommended for women over 35 years old. It additionally tightens and refreshes the skin and gives the skin a healthy appearance.

Whitening & Cleansing

The mask effectively fights acne, whitens and tightens pores, and removes the stratum corneum.

Prepare a caring agent as follows:

1. ¼ part of the banana, blur into the puree.
2. Add 1 tsp to the puree. l. olive oil and 2 tsp. l. pearl powder.
3. Pour rice broth in the amount of 5 tbsp into the resulting mixture. l. and mix thoroughly.

The prepared mask is applied to clean skin for 15 minutes, and then washed off with water.

Nourishing anti-wrinkle mask

This mask not only nourishes the skin and smoothes wrinkles, but also relieves inflammation, whitens, and improves blood circulation.

Its preparation consists of the following steps:

1. Rice (3 tbsp. l.) Boil in 2 tbsp. water for 20 minutes.
2. Strain the cooked rice and drain the broth into a separate bowl.
3. Mix boiled rice with 1 tbsp. l. milk and cool.
4. Next, add 1 tbsp to the resulting mixture. l. honey and stir.
5. Spread the prepared mask on the skin and décolleté area.
6. After 20-30 minutes, wash off the mask using the previously prepared rice water.

Refreshing rice and potato mask

Vitamin C in potatoes refreshes the skin and stimulates collagen production. And the addition of honey promotes deep nourishment of the skin.

Prepare and apply the mask as follows:

1. Remove the skin from the potatoes and grate them.
2. Take 1 tbsp. l. the resulting potato pulp and add 1 s to it. l. rice flour.
3. Then add a small amount of honey and mix.
4. Apply the resulting mixture to the neck and face with massage movements.
5. After complete drying, wash off the mask with water.

You need to apply the care product twice a week to see noticeable improvements.

Against acne and comedones

With these skin problems, the use of rice water helps to accelerate the process of cell regeneration, relieve inflammation and has a calming effect. Also, a natural remedy helps to eliminate the marks that remain after acne. To do this, rice broth should be daily in the morning and wipe problem areas of the skin before going to bed. The product is left on the skin for 10 minutes, and then washed off with water (you can not wash off at night). To enhance the effect, you can add a chamomile decoction.

A purifying mask with rice flour can help prevent the formation of comedones and acne. This ingredient will require 2 tbsp. l. You must add 1 tbsp to the flour. l. aloe juice and liquid honey. Everything is mixed intensively and distributed over clean skin. After 20 minutes, the remnants of the mask are simply washed off with water. With the addition of a small amount of lemon juice, this product can be used to whiten the skin.

With eczema

Rice contains a lot of starch, which gently dries the skin. Additionally, rice water helps to relieve itching and discomfort. The easiest way to use it is to soak a cotton pad or clean soft cloth in rice water. They are applied to problem areas of the skin. Such lotions should be kept for 5-10 minutes and the manipulation should be repeated several times. With profuse skin lesions with eczema, you can use baths with the addition of a concentrated decoction of rice.

Results of using funds

You can notice positive changes from the use of rice water no earlier than after 2 weeks. The main condition for this is the regular use of the product.

The result of caring procedures and the use of rice water will be:

• Healthy glowing skin.
• Improving skin firmness and elasticity.
• Visual reduction of even deep wrinkles.
• An even complexion without oily sheen and enlarged pores.
• Softer skin.

Rice water is an effective skin care product. It is not only affordable but also safe. To obtain good results, you should adhere to the existing recommendations for the preparation of the decoction and its further use.

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