5 Ways To Make A Korean Women's-style Rice Water Mask For Certified Skin

JAKARTA - Rice water is known for its beneficial properties for the skin, which has been a traditional beauty secret in Korean women's skincare routines for centuries.

Equipped with nutrients, this simple but effective DIY recipe can help you get light skin. Here's how to make Korean women's rice water masks for bright skin, reported by the Times of India, Thursday, December 28.

Prepare a small cup of rice. For maximum results, choose organic rice

Then prepare water. You need two glasses of water to soak rice and extract rice water.

Step 1: Disbursement of rice

Take rice and rinse until it is clean with cold water running. This helps eliminate dirt or contaminants on the surface.

Step 2: Soak rice

Put the rice that has been rinsed into the bowl and add about two glasses of water. Let the rice be submerged for 15'30 minutes. During this time, the water will start to look cloudy.

Step 3: Stir and extract rice water

Stir and extract rice water After the rice is soaked, stir gently by gentlyne the grains of rice between your fingers. The goal is to help release beneficial nutrients into the water. Filter the rice water into a clean bowl, separate it from the grains of rice.

Step 4: Fermentation (Opsional)

To increase benefits, you can make fermentation. Let rice water that has been filtered at room temperature for 24'48 hours. Fermentation increases nutritional content and makes the benefits of rice water more effective.

Step 5: Storage

After fermented (if you choose this option), store rice water in a clean and air-proof container in the refrigerator. The cold temperature not only maintains its freshness, but also provides a refreshing sensation when applied to the skin.

Cleansing: Use rice water as a cleaner by applying it to your face using cotton. Swept your face gently to remove dirt and makeup residue. This acts as a gentle natural cleaner that will not remove natural oil on your skin.

Toning: Apply rice water as a toner. Use a cotton ball or cushion to apply soft rice water to your face. Toning properties help balance the skin's pH, make the skin smoother.

Masks: Mix rice water with other natural ingredients such as honey or aloe vera gel to make hydrating face masks. Apply the mixture evenly and leave it for 15-20 minutes before rinsing with warm water.

Bath Rendaman: For pampered skin care routines, add rice water to your bathtub. Nutrients can nourish your entire body, making your skin feel fresh.