Uses of rice water and things to know when using it

Rice water contains many vitamins and minerals that act as skin beautifiers, anti-aging agents, and are good for the digestive system. However, according to dermatologists, we should also be careful when using rice water.

Uses of rice water

Anti aging skin

Rice contains a lot of vitamin B which helps exfoliate dead skin cells, slows down the aging process, stimulates skin cell growth and promotes blood circulation. In particular, the substances in rice help the skin fight the harmful effects of melanin. Therefore, you can use rice water to wash your face or bathe regularly to prevent aging and help your skin become shiny, healthy and beautiful.

Good for the digestive system

Boiled rice water can be drunk to help restore energy to the body because it contains a lot of carbohydrates (starch). In addition, rice water is also used to support the treatment of stomach ulcers, high blood pressure, prevent Alzheimer's disease, reduce body temperature, and is very good for the digestive system.

Treatment of skin diseases

Not only is rice water effective for beauty, it also helps treat skin diseases. According to a study by the University of Brussels, patients with dermatitis that often causes heat and redness had positive progress of up to 20% after bathing in rice water twice a day, each time lasting 20 minutes.

Good for sick people

Rice contains many water-soluble vitamins. These are vitamins that are very good for the body, so rice water is also beneficial for health. Discard the first two rice water, use the third rice water, put it in a pot, put it on the stove and cook until it boils and thickens slightly. Then pour it into a bowl and use it. This water is rich in vitamins, so it is good for children, sick people or after being sick and can be used regularly.

Rice water contains many vitamins and minerals that act as skin beautifiers, anti-aging agents, and are good for the digestive system... Illustrative photo

Rice water for beauty can also cause allergies

Like other cosmetics, rice water and other natural beauty ingredients, we must be very careful.

According to Dr. Doan Thach, Hanoi Dermatology Hospital, rice water contains many natural vitamins that can provide local nutrition, making the skin softer and smoother, but cannot whiten the skin because whether the skin is white or not depends on the skin pigmentation of each person.

In addition, any type of beauty product, whether chemical or natural, when in contact with the skin can cause allergies, skin irritation due to the user's constitution not being suitable for a certain ingredient in the cosmetic. The initial signs of allergic contact dermatitis can be itching, red rash, even swelling, and watery discharge.

Nowadays, rice can be contaminated with pesticides and chemicals during the growing process, and some manufacturers even use preservatives and flavorings during the milling and filtering process to keep the rice longer and give it an attractive aroma. These chemicals are not good for the body and skin.

To use rice water, during the process of filtering the rice water, you need to pay close attention to ensure cleanliness and hygiene, limiting the risk of allergies due to dirt.

When using for bathing, washing face or massage, shampooing can use the second rice washing water, the first washing water should be poured away to avoid dirt and impurities.

When your facial skin is damaged or allergic, you should not use rice water because at this time your facial skin needs the best protection.

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