Achieve surprisingly beautiful skin with rice bran.

In the past, women knew to wash their faces with rice water to whiten their skin. The rice bran in the rice water helped to cleanse and brighten the skin. Today, rice bran is used by many women for skincare.

Rice bran is the thin layer covering the rice grain, and it is very rich in nutrients. Rice bran contains protein, lipids, carbohydrates, vitamins B1, B2, B6, and vitamin E… These have antioxidant properties, protect the skin from the effects of ultraviolet rays, inhibit melanin secretion, and thus prevent freckles and dark spots. At the same time, vitamin E is a miracle ingredient in women's beauty routines because it helps fade dark spots, fight skin aging, and brighten the skin.

Here are some beauty benefits of rice bran:

Wash your face with rice bran.

You can wash your face every night with rice bran. You can add 1-2 drops of olive oil or coconut oil to the rice bran before washing your face. The oil essence helps to moisturize your skin.

It's very simple: just add a sufficient amount of rice bran to warm water and wash your face. While washing, gently massage to remove dirt and dead skin cells, and help nutrients penetrate deep into the skin. After washing your face with rice bran water, rinse thoroughly with cold water several times, then use a cotton pad to dry your face.

Rice bran exfoliating scrub

Simply put, this is a skin whitening method. For the face, mix a handful of rice bran powder with unsweetened fresh milk to form a thick paste. Apply this mask to your face and gently massage in a spiral motion. This exfoliating method is safe for the skin, however, you should only do it 1-2 times per week. The same process applies to the rest of the body.

Rice bran face mask for skin whitening

For dry skin: mix 2 tablespoons of rice bran, 1 egg yolk, and 1 tablespoon of pure honey. For oily skin: mix 2 tablespoons of rice bran, 1 egg white, and 1 tablespoon of pure honey. Apply the mask and leave it on for 15-20 minutes, rinse with warm water, then rinse thoroughly with cold water.

Rice bran mask for oily skin

A rice bran and lemon face mask helps control oil and reduce excess sebum on the face. Mix 2 tablespoons of rice bran, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, glutinous rice flour, and a little warm water to make a paste. Apply the mask and leave it on for 15-20 minutes, then wash your face with warm water and rinse with cold water. Use this mask 2-3 times a week.

Rice bran mask to minimize pores

Rice bran and honey are considered a miracle cure for the skin.

Mix 2 tablespoons of rice bran powder, 1 tablespoon of honey, and plain yogurt until you get a thick paste. Apply the mask to your face and leave it on for about 15-20 minutes. Wash your face with warm water, then rinse thoroughly with cold water. Pat your face dry with a cotton pad. Before going to bed, apply a layer of rose water to tighten pores. Use this rice bran pore-minimizing mask 2-3 times a week.

Some things to keep in mind when using a rice bran face mask:

– It is recommended to buy pure rice bran powder and store it in a dry, cool place to prevent mold.

– Apply a face mask only 2-3 times a week, and exfoliate 1-2 times a week. Don't overuse it because rice powder can thin the skin and cause acne…

– When going outside, take precautions to protect yourself from the harmful effects of dust, smoke, and sunlight.

Thu Phuong (compiled)