Written By: Kriti Saraswat | Updated: February 18, 2015, 1:31 PM
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Many of us have switched from white rice to brown rice or some have completely shunned this carbohydrate-rich food item for health reasons. But did you know rice also has several beauty benefits hidden for your skin and hair? So the next time you go to the kitchen, don’t just cook rice for lunch, also make these DIY packs using it.
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How rice benefits skin and hair: Rice is a rich source of vitamins such as B6, E, K. It also has protein and pitera which helps revive tired-looking skin. This brings a glow on the face. Rice is also used for conditioning hair and to exfoliate the skin. All these properties make it a wonderful beauty ingredient which should not be missed. Here’s how to use it.
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Rice blackheads removal pack: Blackheads occur when there is a build-up of oil in our skin’s pores which causes dead skin cells to clog them. This gives rise to those tiny black dots we often find on our nose and face. In order to get rid of them, use powdered brown rice. Mix it with rosewater and then apply it on the blackheads in circular motions. For better results, try taking some steam on the nose to open the pores before you apply the pack. Wash off with a cold splash.
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Rice body scrub: Your skin starts to look dull when there is a layer of dead skin cells on it. This can be removed by using a scrub. Rice makes for a natural exfoliating scrub that does not harm the skin but gently removes all dead skin cells from it. In order to make this, powder the rice and then mix it with honey, rub this scrub gently on the face, knees and elbows and then wash off with plain water.
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Rice skin toner: It is important to use a skin toner in order to prevent the occurrence of large, open pores on your face. Rice water comes in handy as it helps revitalise the skin and tightens pores making skin look younger and glowing. Soak rice in plain water for at least 30 minutes. Now dip a cotton ball in this water and rub it on your face. This will help shrink open pores.
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Rice hair conditioner: Want lustrous locks? Use rice as a hair conditioner. You can soak rice in water for 30 minutes and then strain out the liquid in a glass. Shampoo your mane first and then take a rinse of rice water. Leave this on for 10 minutes and then wash off your hair with cold water. This will add a nice shine to it and protect hair from damage.
