The rice mask, in addition to keeping the skin young and healthy, is an excellent natural moisturizer and gives the face a porcelain appearance.
There is a lot of speculation about the beauty of Asian women’s skin and the answer is very simple and can be found in every Brazilian’s kitchen: rice. Yes, the ancient food of Asian origin brings numerous benefits to the health of the skin when used as a rice mask and, furthermore, to the body when consumed on a daily basis.
Among the actions provided by applying the rice mask to the skin is, for example, the elimination of dead cells and dirt. Furthermore, the food has beneficial effects on health, such as relieving muscle pain, regulating intestinal flora, preventing cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and cholesterol.
It is also worth noting that the rice mask, like all Asian masks, is rich in minerals and vitamins B1 and B3, which retain moisture and tone the skin. Therefore it also contributes to the beauty of hair and nails.
Furthermore, check out some homemade rice mask recipes below, how to apply them to the skin and the benefits of each one.
Homemade rice mask benefits and recipes
Rice mask to combat expression lines
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon of rice flour;
- 2 egg whites.
Preparation mode
First, mix the egg whites and rice flour in a bowl until a thick and homogeneous paste is formed. Then, apply it to your face and let it act for 20 minutes. And then rinse with cold water.
Homemade mask to restore and even out skin tone
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon of rice flour;
- 1 tablespoon of oats;
- 20ml of milk;
- 1 tablespoon of honey.
Preparation mode:
Just like the previous recipe, just mix all the ingredients and let it act on your face for 15 to 20 minutes. Finally, rinse.
To remove red spots from the sun
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons of rice flour;
- 2 tablespoons of 80 or 100% cocoa;
- 1/2 cup of milk.
Preparation mode:
First, blend all the ingredients in a blender until you obtain a smooth and homogeneous paste, then apply it to the skin and leave it to act for 15 minutes. Then, rinse.
Rice mask for oiliness and acne
Ingredients:
- 4 drops of castor oil;
- 1 tablespoon of rice flour;
- 10 drops of rose water.
Preparation mode:
First mix all the ingredients and apply to the areas with the most acne and oil on the skin. Leave it to act for 10 minutes and, finally, remove it with cold water.
Rice facial toner
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup of rice;
- 1 cup of water.
Preparation mode:
First, in a bowl, pour the water and rice, let it rest for 30 minutes. Afterwards, strain and apply the liquid to a clean face.
For cleansing and rejuvenation
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons (soup) brown rice;
- 20ml of water;
- 2 tablespoons of mashed avocado;
- 1/2 tablespoon of honey.
Preparation mode:
Firstly, cook the rice so that it contains plenty of water, strain and separate the two. Then, knead the rice and mix with the rest of the ingredients until a homogeneous paste is formed.
Apply the paste to a clean face and let it act for 20 minutes. Finally, wash your face with rice water.
Note: It is recommended that you apply rice masks to your skin at least twice a week.
Where to find Asian face masks?
If you are a lover of facial masks and beauty items, then the Pele de Pêssego store is, without a doubt, the perfect place. There you will find various items for skin, hair and nails, such as masks to remove blackheads and pimples, for lips, eyes, feet and hands.
It is worth mentioning that the majority of the store’s products are Asian and, on Instagram @peledepassegoloja there are several tips on how to apply them and which is ideal for each skin type.
So, what did you think of our article? Take the opportunity to also check out: Rice water for hair – Benefits for hair, skin and how to prepare it.
Sources: Green me, Suzi Gomes, Atmosfera online, Delas.
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